School Overview

Vanguard University Of Southern California has a Assemblies of God Church religious affiliation.

The school's main campus is located at the edge of a large city (in Costa Mesa, CA). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Master's degree.

Contacting the School

55 Fair Dr
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Main Phone: (714) 556-3610
Web Site: www.vanguard.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 1,577 (full-time equivalent) students. In Fall 2002, 114 male students and 214 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 34.8% of the student body, while females made up 65.2%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (3)%, Hispanic (14)%, Asian (4)%, and Native American (1)%.

School Selectivity

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 450. One quarter of students scored at least 550.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 400 or higher. One fourth of students scored 550 or higher.

Degree Levels

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Degree Programs

Business And Management

• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Finance
• International Business
• Marketing

• Public Relations
• Radio And Television Broadcasting

• Other Computer Science

• General Education

• General English Language

• Anthropology
• Government And Political Science
• Sociology

• Health And Fitness

• Biology

• Romance Language And Literature

• Mathematics

• Drama And Theater Arts
• Music

• Chemistry

• Clinical Psychology
• General Psychology

• Bible Study
• Misology And Missions
• Pastoral Counseling
• Religious Education
• Theological And Ministerial Studies

School Accreditation

Vanguard University Of Southern California reports that it is nationally accredited.

Vanguard University Of Southern California is accredited regionally by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities (WASCSR). The school is state accredited.

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Vanguard University Of Southern California belongs to the following athletic conferences:

• Golden State Athletic Conference (for basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for basketball, baseball, track & field, other sports, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

• Remedial assistance
• AP credits
• Weekend college
• Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

• Student employment services
• Work-study (Co-op)
• Career counseling
• Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

Admission Requirements

• High-school GPA is required.
• Secondary school record is required.
• Standardized test scores are required.
• Recommendations are required.
• The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

• A college preparatory program is recommended.

• Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended.
• A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is neither required nor recommended.