School Highlights
Stanbridge University serves 1,901 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 20:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the state average of 95%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 1,901 students
- Acceptance Rate: 10%
- Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
- Minority enrollment: 95%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Stanbridge University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 256 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Stanbridge University
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates--Public Special Use
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
256 staff
294 staff
Number of Programs Offered
9
13
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Stanbridge University has grown by 39% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 has increased from 5:1 over five years.
The Stanbridge University diversity score of 0.78 is more than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,901 students
5,744 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
20:1
# Full-Time Students
1,901 students
813 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
4,931 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
176 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,710 students
813 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
191 students
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
4,962 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
19%
13%
% Asian
4%
6%
% Hispanic
3%
1%
% Black
35%
46%
% White
5%
5%
% Hawaiian
18%
24%
% Two or more races
16%
4%
% Unknown races
1%
1%
Diversity Score
0.78
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years) (Year 2010)
77%
29%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.7642%
0.4884%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$20,002
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
10%
92%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Stanbridge University often compared to?
Stanbridge Universityis often viewed alongside schools like Irvine Valley College by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Stanbridge University?
The acceptance rate of Stanbridge University is 10%, which is lower than the state average of 92%. Stanbridge University's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in California with low acceptance rates.
What is Stanbridge University's ranking?
Stanbridge University ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Lowest acceptance rates and Diversity in US community colleges.
In what neighborhood is Stanbridge University located?
Stanbridge University is located in the Irvine Business Complex neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 1 other community '.college.' located in Irvine Business Complex.
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