University of Silicon Valley is a private for-profit 4-year college in San Jose, California with 455 undergraduates. It admits 51% of applicants, costs an average of $34,100 a year after grants and graduates 53% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
University of Silicon Valley acceptance rate and admissions
University of Silicon Valley admitted 51% of applicants for fall 2024. 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.
University of Silicon Valley tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $22,480 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $20,896 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $44,563 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $34,100 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $34,100 a year after grants and scholarships, $10,463 less than the full cost of attendance.
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 University of Silicon Valley's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
University of Silicon Valley graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 53% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $59,124 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $31,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 52% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
University of Silicon Valley majors and what graduates earn
University of Silicon Valley awarded bachelor's degrees in 6 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer software and media applications ($67,659).
All 6 majors at University of Silicon Valley
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Software and Media Applications | 10 | $36,399 | $67,659 | $31,000 |
| Graphic Communications | 28 | $30,573 | $49,968 | $31,000 |
| Music | 9 | n/a | $48,360 | n/a |
| Graphic and industrial design | 24 | $27,485 | $33,596 | $31,000 |
| Business administration | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer Programming | 5 | 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 University of Silicon Valley
2 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 2 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 455 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 28% women, 72% men
- 13 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Silicon Valley?
University of Silicon Valley admitted 51% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does University of Silicon Valley cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $22,480. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $34,100 a year in 2024-25.
Is University of Silicon Valley test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, University of Silicon Valley reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at University of Silicon Valley?
53% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do University of Silicon Valley graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $59,124 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.