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2.3 mi from campus
2.3 mi from campus
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Things to do near Soka University of America
Soka; SUA student guide: campus events and game days, $18,260 average net price, plus places to study, eat and go out near campus in Orange County.
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What's on at Soka; SUA
Campus events and game days, updated every day from the college's own calendars.
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By the numbers
Soka; SUA at a glance
Official figures from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Undergraduates484
Admitted43%
Average net price$18,260per year, after aid
Total cost$55,064per year, before aid
Graduation rate92%
Return for year two91%
Median earnings$55,01710 years after starting
Median debt$15,650at graduation
Students per teacher7 to 1
Average SAT1440
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Most popular majors
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesBachelor's Degree · 98 reported graduates$24,666median pay a year after
Figures describe different reporting cohorts, not the current class. Graduation rates cover first-time, full-time students; earnings cover federally aided students who are working and not enrolled. Net price is an average, not an individual quote.
Source: College Scorecard, data released June 2026. Estimate your own cost with the college's net price calculator.
Coffee and study spots
Cafés and tea rooms close enough to walk between classes.
Open late
Kitchens and bars that stay open into the night.
SK
1.1 mi from campus
1.1 mi from campusSushi Kizuna
Sushi restaurantOL
2.4 mi from campus
2.4 mi from campusOC Local Taproom
BreweryPlaces to eat
Independent restaurants near campus.
TD
1.4 mi from campus
1.4 mi from campusTierra de Fuegos
Argentine restaurantBT
1.5 mi from campus
1.5 mi from campusBeyond Thai Cuisine
Thai restaurantMB
1.7 mi from campus
1.7 mi from campusMangia Bene Cucina
Italian restaurantNY
2.3 mi from campus
2.3 mi from campusNew York Pizzeria
Pizza restaurantSC
2.3 mi from campus
2.3 mi from campusSalt Creek Wine Company
Wine barGyms, salons and studios
Gyms, studios and salons nearby.
AV
1.0 mi from campus
1.0 mi from campusAliso Viejo Ice Palace
Ice skating rinkCF
1.5 mi from campus
1.5 mi from campusCoastal Flow
Fitness trainerOS
1.8 mi from campus
1.8 mi from campusOC Skin Vibes
Skin care and makeupCT
2.4 mi from campus
2.4 mi from campusCity Threading Beauty Salon
Beauty salonDM
2.4 mi from campus
2.4 mi from campusD'Modern Beauty Aesthetics
Beauty salonAG
2.8 mi from campus
2.8 mi from campusAzarian Gymnastics
Gymnastics centerShops
Bookstores, boutiques and local shops.
OC
2.5 mi from campus
2.5 mi from campusO. C. Barbecues Plus
Outdoor storeArts and culture
Galleries, venues and museums.
CS
1.1 mi from campus
1.1 mi from campusThe Center Stage Studio
Performing arts venueStudent voices
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How much does Soka University of America cost?
The average net price after grants and scholarships is $18,260 a year. The total cost of attendance before aid is $55,064 a year. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What is the graduation rate at Soka University of America?
92% of full-time students finish within 150% of the normal time, and 91% return for their second year. Source: College Scorecard.
What is the acceptance rate at Soka University of America?
43% of applicants are admitted; the average SAT score is 1440. Source: College Scorecard.
What are the most popular majors at Soka University of America?
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (bachelor's degree). Source: College Scorecard.
How much do Soka University of America students earn after college?
Median earnings ten years after starting are $55,017. Source: College Scorecard.
When was Soka University of America founded?
Soka University of America was founded in 2001. Source: Wikidata.
Where is Soka University of America?
1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA, in Orange County.
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Distances are straight-line from the campus location in the U.S. Department of Education's IPEDS directory. Campus and athletics schedules come from the college's public calendars.