Below Average

Score: 42/100

Institute of Buddhist Studies

4-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Berkeley, California 94704

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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

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

44/100

Resources

48/100

Experience

38/100

Prestige

13/100

Quick Stats

Total Enrollment

N/A

Graduation Rate

N/A

Retention Rate

N/A

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

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Avg home value near campus: $1,149,055
Avg rent near campus: $2,973/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 94608 (3.8% cap, Emeryville)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	N/A	N/A

Financial Aid

N/A

Receive Any Aid

N/A

Receive Pell Grants

N/A

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Buddhist Studies 11 grads/yr Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other 9 grads/yr Divinity/Ministry 5 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Institute of Buddhist Studies's top programs commonly pursue.

Philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary

$78k/yr 27,300 jobs

Clergy

$61k/yr 262,000 jobs

Religious workers, all other

$45k/yr 88,400 jobs

Student Demographics

Total Students

30%

Women

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 48%

Hispanic 6%

Black 2%

Asian 26%

Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 22%

Hybrid (Some Online) 10%

Fully Online 68%

📊 Age Distribution

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Institute of Buddhist Studies?

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 Institute of Buddhist Studies?

Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.

What is the graduation rate at Institute of Buddhist Studies?

Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.

Is Institute of Buddhist Studies a good school?

Institute of Buddhist Studies has a Repit College Score of 42/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (D): 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 Institute of Buddhist Studies?

Institute of Buddhist Studies has a total enrollment of 50 students.

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