C
Average
Score: 45/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
29/100 · earnings-weighted

Laurus College

4-Year Private For-Profit
📍 San Luis Obispo, California 93401
ℹ️
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 (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 38%
Outcomes
B
67/100
Affordability
C
52/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
F
30/100
Prestige
F
13/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

794
Total Enrollment
38%
Graduation Rate
92%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Laurus College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$30,896
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$33,247
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$32,416
Median debt at graduation
42.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
67.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 105% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 10th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Laurus College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management$40,730$45,838-16%#95 of 117#113$32,416
Health and Medical Administrative Services$35,211$37,839+2%#183 of 286#238$32,416
Business Administration, Management and Operations$24,790$32,490-33%#527 of 547#546$33,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Laurus College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $1,096,478
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,853/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 93445 (3.1% cap, Oceano)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

81%
Receive Any Aid
75%
Receive Pell Grants
46%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

794
Total Students
24%
Women
4%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 14%
Hispanic 19%
Black 11%
Asian 50%
Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

Hybrid (Some Online) 81%
Fully Online 19%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 4%
25-64 (Adult) 94%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Laurus College?
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 Laurus College?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Laurus College?
The graduation rate at Laurus College is 38%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Laurus College a good school?
Laurus College has a Repit College Score of 45/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): 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 Laurus College?
Laurus College has a total enrollment of 794 students.

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