C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
77/100 · earnings-weighted

Southern California Institute of Architecture

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Los Angeles, California 90013
Southern California Institute of Architecture campus, Los Angeles, CA
Southern California Institute of Architecture campus, Los Angeles, CA. Photo: Airhead888, CC BY-SA 3.0 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 (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 70%
Outcomes
B+
80/100
Affordability
F
24/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
B
65/100
Prestige
F
29/100

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

457
Total Enrollment
70%
Graduation Rate
82%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
83%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$71,909
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$53,274
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
71.4%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
21.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 79th 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 Southern California Institute of Architecture

Median pay of master'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
Architecture—$78,626+6%#13 of 50#35—

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 Southern California Institute of Architecture Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $602,266
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,803/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 90014 (4.0% cap, Los Angeles)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $51,964 $51,964

Financial Aid

43%
Receive Any Aid
25%
Receive Pell Grants
29%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

457
Total Students
41%
Women
79%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 16%
Hispanic 11%
Black 2%
Asian 11%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 58%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Southern California Institute of Architecture?
Southern California Institute of Architecture has an acceptance rate of 83%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Southern California Institute of Architecture?
Tuition at Southern California Institute of Architecture is $51,964 for in-state students and $51,964 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Southern California Institute of Architecture?
The graduation rate at Southern California Institute of Architecture is 70%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Southern California Institute of Architecture a good school?
Southern California Institute of Architecture has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): 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 Southern California Institute of Architecture?
Southern California Institute of Architecture has a total enrollment of 457 students. Most students (79%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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