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Woodbury University

Private nonprofit Burbank, CA · Urban · Far West · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
58%
Graduation Rate
$65,668
Earnings (10yr)
$33,692
Net Price
82%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Woodbury University has an acceptance rate of 82%, making it accessible for students seeking a private education in California. With a small enrollment of 779, students can expect a more personalized experience and closer interactions with faculty.

According to Opportunity Insights data, Woodbury University does not have published mobility rates. However, graduates earn a median salary of $65,668 ten years after enrollment, which indicates a solid return on investment for many alumni. The graduation rate stands at 58%, reflecting the challenges some students may face in completing their degrees.

The net price to attend Woodbury University is $33,692, with a median debt of $26,960 for graduates. Students who thrive here often come from diverse backgrounds, as evidenced by the 46% Pell Grant rate. Those interested in business, computer science, and the arts will find strong programs to support their career goals.

Rankings

How Woodbury Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation58%Earnings 10yr$66KNet Price$34KRetention74%Median Debt$27KPell Grant Rate46%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$29K$0-30K$28K$30-48K$31K$48-75K$40K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%1869.1%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%3405.1%MOBILITY636.44%

Cost & Financial Aid

$47,056
In-State Tuition
$47,056
Out-of-State
$33,692
Avg Net Price
$26,960
Median Debt
46%
Pell Grant Rate
58%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$28,815
Family Income $0–$30K
$28,368
Family Income $30K–$48K
$30,748
Family Income $48K–$75K
$39,808
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$47,665
6 Years After Entry
$53,328
8 Years
$65,668
10 Years
0.41x
Debt-to-Earnings
63%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$47,665 6yr $53,328 8yr $65,668 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

636.44%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
3405.1%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1869.1%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$61,900
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.69
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.00
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
3.5%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 82%
Retention Rate 74%
Diversity Index 0.76
First-Gen Students 41%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 13%
Computer Science & IT 11%
Communications 11%
Visual & Performing Arts 4%
Social Sciences 3%
Psychology 2%
English & Literature 2%
Criminal Justice 2%

Quick Facts

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

Student Body

Female
57%
White
39%
Hispanic
27%
Black
5%
Asian
12%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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