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University of Silicon Valley

Private for-profit San Jose, CA · Urban · Far West · 93% data reported · Agent Insights
31%
Graduation Rate
$51,017
Earnings (10yr)
$27,815
Net Price
51%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

The University of Silicon Valley has a graduation rate of just 31%. This figure stands out starkly in the landscape of higher education. It raises important questions about student support and completion strategies.

Data from Opportunity Insights highlights that students at the University of Silicon Valley may face challenges in achieving upward mobility. With 50% of the student body receiving Pell Grants, many are likely from low-income backgrounds. Unfortunately, the school does not provide specific mobility metrics, which leaves crucial information about post-graduation outcomes somewhat unclear.

From a financial perspective, the net price for attending this university is $27,815, with a median debt of $31,000 upon graduation. Graduates earn an average of $51,017 after ten years. This suggests that while some students may find success, others may struggle to manage their debt in relation to their earnings. Students pursuing degrees in Visual & Performing Arts, Computer Science & IT, or Business & Marketing may thrive here, though prospective students should weigh the financial implications carefully.

How University Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation31%Earnings 10yr$51KNet Price$28KRetention69%Median Debt$31KPell Grant Rate50%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$24K$0-30K$27K$30-48K$28K$48-75K$34K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$22,480
In-State Tuition
$22,480
Out-of-State
$27,815
Avg Net Price
$31,000
Median Debt
50%
Pell Grant Rate
67%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$24,350
Family Income $0–$30K
$27,140
Family Income $30K–$48K
$28,102
Family Income $48K–$75K
$34,379
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$39,802
6 Years After Entry
$43,709
8 Years
$51,017
10 Years
0.61x
Debt-to-Earnings
59%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$39,802 6yr $43,709 8yr $51,017 10yr

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 51%
Retention Rate 69%
Full-Time Faculty 7%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,964
Diversity Index 0.80
First-Gen Students 28%

Top Programs

Visual & Performing Arts 40%
Computer Science & IT 16%
Business & Marketing 13%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
Region Far West
Accreditor Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission
Predominant Degree Bachelor's

Student Body

Female
34%
White
29%
Hispanic
27%
Black
12%
Asian
17%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

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