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Things to do near Vanguard University of Southern California
Vanguard University of Southern California student guide: campus events and game days, plus places to study, eat and go out near campus in Orange County.
Fast facts about Vanguard University of Southern California
- Founded
- 1920
- Teams
- Vanguard Lions
- Division
- NCAA Division II
More history on Wikipedia. Facts from Wikidata.
What's on at Vanguard University of Southern California
Campus events and game days, updated every day from the college's own calendars.
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By the numbers
Vanguard University of Southern California at a glance
Official figures from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Undergraduates1,933
Admitted62%
Average net price$21,241per year, after aid
Total cost$52,665per year, before aid
Graduation rate57%
Return for year two70%
Median earnings$59,54110 years after starting
Median debt$22,000at graduation
Students per teacher13 to 1
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Most popular majors
- Psychology, GeneralBachelor's Degree · 74 reported graduates$31,534median pay a year after
- Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's Degree · 60 reported graduates$37,217median pay a year after
- Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/FitnessBachelor's Degree · 50 reported graduates
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's Degree · 39 reported graduates$91,857median pay a year after
- Communication and Media StudiesBachelor's Degree · 27 reported graduates$30,413median 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.
FC
2.9 mi from campus
2.9 mi from campusOpen late
Kitchens and bars that stay open into the night.
CD
1.7 mi from campus
1.7 mi from campusCasa de Onda
Mexican restaurant2E
2.0 mi from campus
2.0 mi from campus2145 Eats
Pizza restaurantLC
2.4 mi from campus
2.4 mi from campusLa Cave Restaurant
SteakhousePlaces to eat
Independent restaurants near campus.
CK
2.8 mi from campus
2.8 mi from campusChampagnes Kitchen
DelicatessenGyms, salons and studios
Gyms, studios and salons nearby.
CS
1.3 mi from campus
1.3 mi from campusCrew Salon
Hair salonCC
2.8 mi from campus
2.8 mi from campusCAZ Cycle
Cycling classAA
2.8 mi from campus
2.8 mi from campusAldo Alan & Co.
Hair salonShops
Bookstores, boutiques and local shops.
MM
1.3 mi from campus
1.3 mi from campusMay Martin
Jewelry storeME
1.5 mi from campus
1.5 mi from campusMarVac Electronics
Electronics storeNJ
2.5 mi from campus
2.5 mi from campusNewport Jewelers
Jewelry storeSS
2.6 mi from campus
2.6 mi from campusSheared Sheep
Fabric storeArts and culture
Galleries, venues and museums.
IA
1.4 mi from campus
1.4 mi from campusInspired Art Wine
Art galleryCM
1.9 mi from campus
1.9 mi from campusCosta Mesa Historical Society
History museumStudent voices
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Questions students ask about Vanguard University of Southern California
How much does Vanguard University of Southern California cost?
The average net price after grants and scholarships is $21,241 a year. The total cost of attendance before aid is $52,665 a year. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What is the graduation rate at Vanguard University of Southern California?
57% of full-time students finish within 150% of the normal time, and 70% return for their second year. Source: College Scorecard.
What is the acceptance rate at Vanguard University of Southern California?
62% of applicants are admitted. Source: College Scorecard.
What are the most popular majors at Vanguard University of Southern California?
Psychology, General (bachelor's degree), Business Administration, Management and Operations (bachelor's degree), Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness (bachelor's degree). Source: College Scorecard.
How much do Vanguard University of Southern California students earn after college?
Median earnings ten years after starting are $59,541. Source: College Scorecard.
When was Vanguard University of Southern California founded?
Vanguard University of Southern California was founded in 1920. Source: Wikidata.
Where is Vanguard University of Southern California?
55 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa, CA, in Orange County.
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