D
Below Average
Score: 44/100

Golden Gate University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 San Francisco, California 94105
🌐 www.ggu.edu/
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Outcomes
C+
60/100
Affordability
F
24/100
Resources
B
72/100
Experience
F
34/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Quick Stats

2,262
Total Enrollment
N/A
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

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  • Avg home value near campus: $1,127,243
  • Avg rent near campus: $5,758/mo

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🏆 Where Golden Gate University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#4
International Business, Trade, and Tax Law
of 4 schools
#10
Taxation
of 10 schools
#26
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
of 26 schools
#28
Information Technology Project Management
of 29 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $11,088 $11,088

Financial Aid

N/A
Receive Any Aid
N/A
Receive Pell Grants
N/A
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

2,262
Total Students
37%
Women
21%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 20%
Hispanic 10%
Black 10%
Asian 30%
Non-Resident 10%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 1%
Hybrid (Some Online) 21%
Fully Online 78%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 21%
25-64 (Adult) 79%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Golden Gate University?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Golden Gate University?
Tuition at Golden Gate University is $11,088 for in-state students and $11,088 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Golden Gate University?
Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.
Is Golden Gate University a good school?
Golden Gate University has a Repit College Score of 44/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Golden Gate University?
Golden Gate University has a total enrollment of 2,262 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology