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San Diego Christian College

Santee, California Β· Suburb: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#4247
Nationally
#478
In California
63%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$24,500
Annual Tuition
per year
24%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
80
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
30/100
Below Average
#4247 nationally
#478 in California
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes24
πŸ’°Affordability29
🎯Selectivity25
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth33

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

San Diego Christian College is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Santee, California. With 80 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 63%, the institution is considered moderately selective. Annual tuition is $24,500, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $35,393 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution. The six-year graduation rate is 24%, which is below average compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate63%↑ Above avg
National avg: 70%
320
Applied
201
Admitted
9
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$24,500/yr
Room & Board$12,080/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$38,380/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$24,500↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$35,393
$30,001 – $48,000$37,063
$48,001 – $75,000$40,290
$75,001 – $110,000$38,774
Over $110,000$40,290
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate24%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
80
Total Undergrads
48% F / 53% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 28%
Hispanic 38%
Black 10%
Asian 3%
Two or more 6%
International 3%
Native / Other 1%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($24,500/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • βœ“Small campus environment (80 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $35,393/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
  • Β·Graduation rate of 24% is below the national average β€” research completion support services
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationSantee, California
SettingSuburb: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$35,393
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#478
in California out of 7+ colleges
#4247
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.