D
Below Average
Score: 42/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
64/100 · earnings-weighted

Newschool of Architecture and Design

4-Year Private For-Profit
📍 San Diego, California 92101
Newschool of Architecture and Design campus, San Diego, CA
Newschool of Architecture and Design campus, San Diego, CA. Photo: Mds08011, CC BY 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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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.
Graduation Rate: 51%
Outcomes
C+
61/100
Affordability
F
16/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
C
51/100
Prestige
F
21/100

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

280
Total Enrollment
51%
Graduation Rate
50%
Retention Rate
6.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
100%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$68,891
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$57,073
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$31,000
Median debt at graduation
61.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
52.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 45% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 73rd percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused 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 Newschool of Architecture and Design

Median pay of bachelor'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
Construction Management—$101,676+7%#12 of 57#37—
Architecture—$74,587+11%#14 of 78#41—
Design and Applied Arts$37,132————$32,000

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 Newschool of Architecture and Design Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $722,224
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,949/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 92101 (3.2% cap, San Diego)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $29,691 $29,691

Financial Aid

91%
Receive Any Aid
18%
Receive Pell Grants
55%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

280
Total Students
41%
Women
53%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 26%
Hispanic 31%
Black 12%
Asian 17%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 59%
Hybrid (Some Online) 27%
Fully Online 14%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 53%
25-64 (Adult) 47%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Newschool of Architecture and Design?
Newschool of Architecture and Design has an acceptance rate of 100%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Newschool of Architecture and Design?
Tuition at Newschool of Architecture and Design is $29,691 for in-state students and $29,691 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Newschool of Architecture and Design?
The graduation rate at Newschool of Architecture and Design is 51%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Newschool of Architecture and Design a good school?
Newschool of Architecture and Design has a Repit College Score of 42/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): 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 Newschool of Architecture and Design?
Newschool of Architecture and Design has a total enrollment of 280 students.

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