The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
American University of Health Sciences
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
77 staff
312 staff
Student Body
The student population of American University of Health Sciences has grown by 6% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The American University of Health Sciences diversity score of 0.64 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has declined by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
408 students
7,900 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
21:1
# Full-Time Students
408 students
1,661 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
6,239 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
354 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
323 students
1,646 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
85 students
54 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
6,312 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
n/a
% Asian
57%
13%
% Hispanic
14%
45%
% Black
8%
5%
% White
3%
25%
% Hawaiian
6%
n/a
% Two or more races
5%
4%
% Non Resident races
2%
3%
% Unknown races
2%
5%
Diversity Score
0.64
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years) (Year 2007)
84%
38%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.02%
1.92%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$40,900
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $22,684 is more than the state average of $21,520. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$22,684
$21,520
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
91%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$37,584
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$16,332
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
50%
89%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
AUHS is a Christian-based, Minority-served Private
University and it offers Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Bachelor
of Science in Pharm Sciences, and Master of Science in Clinical
Research in the Long Beach area.
Students can obtain healthcare degrees in the school of nursing,
school of pharmacy or clinical research professions.AUHS is
minority owned and places emphasis on the development of quality
allied health professionals for the local and global community.
From the foundation of training and health sciences degrees
obtained, AUHS graduates are empowered to answer Godβs call to
provide care and service in the healthcare field to the world at
large.
Our mission at AUHS is accomplished through the creation of a
strong and caring academic environment where excellence, diversity,
and the development of the entire personβmind, body and spiritβis
addressed and where teaching/learning, research, service and
scholarship is valued and supported.
www.auhs.edu--(GeneralInformation)
BSNinfo@auhs.edu (for nursing)
BSPSinfo@auhs.edu (for BSPS-PrePharm)
MSCRinfo@auhs.edu (for MSCR)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does American University of Health Sciences cost?
American University of Health Sciences's private state tuition is approximately $22,684.
What is the acceptance rate of American University of Health Sciences?
The acceptance rate of American University of Health Sciences is 50%, which is lower than the state average of 89%. American University of Health Sciences's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in California with low acceptance rates.
What is American University of Health Sciences's ranking?
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Quick Stats (2024)
Enrollment: 408 students
Private-state tuition: $22,684
Acceptance Rate: 50%
Student:teacher ratio: 5:1
Minority enrollment: 97%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Los Angeles County, CA public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,305 per year for in-state students and $8,200 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $24,360 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
