C+
Above Average
Score: 55/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
51/100 · earnings-weighted

The Master's University and Seminary

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Santa Clarita, California 91321
The Master's University and Seminary campus, Santa Clarita, CA
The Master's University and Seminary campus, Santa Clarita, CA. Photo: Lukasinla, CC BY 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B+
78/100
Affordability
F
18/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
A
84/100
Prestige
D
38/100

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

2,799
Total Enrollment
64%
Graduation Rate
85%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
76%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at The Master's University and Seminary, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$57,106
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$41,665
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$20,500
Median debt at graduation
67.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
21.2%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 36% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 37th 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 The Master's University and Seminary

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
Business Administration, Management and Operations$54,397$66,165-3%#528 of 1176#838$19,500
Communication and Media Studies$29,015$57,507+2%#229 of 660#396$22,250
Theological and Ministerial Studies$43,677$47,403+6%#13 of 25#20$21,500
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$18,621$47,263-11%#346 of 476#433$14,636
Music$31,340————$25,334

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.

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  • Avg home value near campus: $697,951
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,523/mo — vs ~$861/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 91350 (3.2% cap, Santa Clarita)

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🏆 Where The Master's University and Seminary Ranks

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

🥈
Lay Ministry
of 8 schools
#6
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
of 15 schools
#17
Theology/Theological Studies
of 57 schools
#19
Divinity/Ministry
of 69 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $35,950 $35,950
Room $7,750
Board $5,950
Total Cost (On-Campus) $54,440 $54,440

Financial Aid

87%
Receive Any Aid
20%
Receive Pell Grants
50%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

2,799
Total Students
37%
Women
76%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 56%
Hispanic 23%
Black 3%
Asian 8%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 71%
Hybrid (Some Online) 1%
Fully Online 28%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 76%
25-64 (Adult) 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at The Master's University and Seminary?
The Master's University and Seminary has an acceptance rate of 76%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend The Master's University and Seminary?
Tuition at The Master's University and Seminary is $35,950 for in-state students and $35,950 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at The Master's University and Seminary?
The graduation rate at The Master's University and Seminary is 64%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is The Master's University and Seminary a good school?
The Master's University and Seminary has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (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 (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend The Master's University and Seminary?
The Master's University and Seminary has a total enrollment of 2,799 students. Most students (76%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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