Stanbridge University is a private for-profit 4-year college in Irvine, California with 2,643 undergraduates. It admits 10% of applicants, costs an average of $25,124 a year after grants and graduates 51% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Stanbridge University acceptance rate and admissions
Stanbridge University admitted 10% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 10. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Stanbridge University tuition, cost and net price
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $25,124 |
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What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Stanbridge University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Stanbridge University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 51% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $67,293 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $24,315 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 36% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Stanbridge University majors and what graduates earn
Stanbridge University awarded bachelor's degrees in 2 fields recently.
All 2 majors at Stanbridge University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 79 | $110,463 | n/a | $43,084 |
| Health administration | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Stanbridge University
2 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 2 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physical and occupational therapy | Master's | 87 | $83,784 | $111,098 |
| Nursing | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at Stanbridge University
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN and CNA | Associate degree | 161 | n/a | n/a | $21,617 |
| Medical assistant | Associate degree | 102 | $56,464 | $65,946 | $28,331 |
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 97 | $62,846 | $72,468 | $19,999 |
Students and location
- 2,643 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 80% women, 20% men
- 15 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Stanbridge University?
Stanbridge University admitted 10% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Stanbridge University cost?
After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $25,124 a year in 2024-25.
Is Stanbridge University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Stanbridge University reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Stanbridge University?
51% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Stanbridge University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $67,293 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.