
55 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA


Vanguard University of Southern California reports an overall graduation rate of 56%, placing it below the median when compared to other institutions nationally. The rate for male students is slightly lower at 50%, while female students graduate at a rate of 58%. Four-year graduation rates stand at 52%, notably higher in comparison to the overall rate and ranking within the top 35% nationally, indicating a relatively stronger ability for students to complete their degrees within the traditional timeframe. However, six-year graduation rates align closely with total graduation figures at 56%, reflecting modest progress beyond the four-year mark. Retention rates, which measure the percentage of first-year students who continue to their second year, are reported at 74%, also situating the university in the lower half of institutions.
Graduates from Vanguard University of Southern California experience varying earning potentials depending on their field of study. Those who completed degrees in Nursing, particularly Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research, and Clinical Nursing, tend to have the highest earnings, with average salaries reaching approximately $91,857. This indicates strong career prospects and financial rewards in the healthcare sector for Vanguard alumni.
Students with degrees in Psychology, General also see moderate earnings, averaging around $31,534, which suggests opportunities in fields related to mental health and social services. Similarly, graduates in Communication and Media Studies can expect to earn about $30,413 on average, reflecting potential roles in media and communications industries.
The Business Administration, Management, and Operations degree offers an average earning of $37,217, highlighting viable career pathways in the business and management sector for graduates from Vanguard University of Southern California.
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Biological and Biomedical Sciences
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