B
Good
Score: 64/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
72/100 · earnings-weighted

Stanbridge University

4-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Irvine, California 92612
Outcomes
A
86/100
Affordability
D
40/100
Resources
B+
75/100
Experience
F
34/100
Prestige
B+
72/100

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

2,642
Total Enrollment
77%
Graduation Rate
93%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
11%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$62,144
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$53,729
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$20,000
Median debt at graduation
62.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
61.2%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 32% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 65th 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 Stanbridge University

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
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$90,853$106,807+32%#77 of 962#117$35,329
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$50,198$65,946+56%#16 of 476#41$28,326
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians$41,647$52,651+27%#8 of 124#22$19,500

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

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  • Avg home value near campus: $1,185,230
  • Avg rent near campus: $3,403/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 92707 (2.6% cap, Santa Ana)

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🏆 Where Stanbridge University Ranks

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

🥇
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
of 100 schools
🥇
Occupational Therapist Assistant
of 18 schools
🥈
Physical Therapy Assistant
of 44 schools
#19
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

74%
Receive Any Aid
52%
Receive Pell Grants
73%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

2,642
Total Students
78%
Women
28%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 13%
Hispanic 39%
Black 4%
Asian 22%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

Hybrid (Some Online) 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 28%
25-64 (Adult) 72%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Stanbridge University?
Stanbridge University has an acceptance rate of 11%. This makes it a highly selective institution where admission is very competitive.
How much does it cost to attend Stanbridge University?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Stanbridge University?
The graduation rate at Stanbridge University is 77%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Stanbridge University a good school?
Stanbridge University has a Repit College Score of 64/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (B+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Stanbridge University?
Stanbridge University has a total enrollment of 2,642 students.

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