Soka University of America
Liberal arts college · Aliso Viejo, CA · 484 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
43%
Selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1333–1510
ACT (middle 50%)
—
Average net price
$16,383
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$58,536
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
88%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Soka University of America?
Soka University of America accepts about 43 of every 100 applicants (43%), which makes it selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1333 and 1510 on the SAT. A score at or above 1510 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1333, your scores are below most.
The latest federal data says Soka University of America is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Soka University of America's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Soka University of America cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $58,536 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $16,383 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $39,536 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$39,536
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$39,536
- Room & board$15,384
- Total cost of attendance$58,536
- Average net price after grants$16,383
Popular majors
Liberal Arts & General Studies.
Soka University of America FAQ
- What is Soka University of America's acceptance rate?
- 43% — selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Soka University of America?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1333–1510. Aim for 1510 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- Is Soka University of America test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Soka University of America is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Soka University of America's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Soka University of America cost?
- About $58,536 a year before aid; $16,383 on average after grants.
- What is Soka University of America's FAFSA school code?
- 038144. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Soka University of America receives your information.
- What is Soka University of America's graduation rate?
- 88% of students finish within six years.
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