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Ashford University Overview

Ashford University is a private school in the small town setting of San Diego, California. Ashford University was founded in 1918 and the school presently has around 25,425 students per year, which includes 25,425 undergrads. Ashford University offers on-campus housing for up to 234 students. The majority of students live on campus, and first year-students are required to live in campus housing. On the weekends, about 60% of students stay on-campus and participate in campus events and social life.

Student Involvement at Ashford University

Love music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of Ashford University's theater groups.

Are you interested in journalism and communications? Ashford University students can write for the campus newspaperor be a producer for the student-run television channel.

There are no fraternities or sororities at Ashford University, so it might be a good choice if you're not interested in Greek life.

Planning to play sports? Ashford University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Ashford University on the Student Life page.

2022 Ashford University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Tuition	$13,280

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Is Ashford University a Good School?

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The definition of a "good school" can mean different things for different people. Admissions difficulty, admitted student statistics, tuition, and financial aid can all provide a sense of how competitive a university is.

Let's take a look at these factors to get a better view of what Ashford University offers and if the college might be a good fit for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Ashford University

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. It gauges how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Approximately 36% of first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Ashford Universitycome back their sophomore year. Ashford University's six-year graduation rate for undergrads is 20%. Compare this to the average six-year graduation rate for colleges and universities in the U.S., which is around 61% for public schools and 67% for private.

Job Outcomes for Ashford University Grads

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school. 91% of graduates from Ashford University recieve at least one full-time job offer within six months of graduating.

Check with Ashford University directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Ashford University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

As of 2021, the total market value of Ashford University's endowment was $1.4 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. The school spends $3,227 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Ashford University

Tuition is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

For information on Ashford University's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some financial aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Ashford University.

Based on this information, how does Ashford University sound? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may not be the right school for another! So ask yourself: Is Ashford University a good school for you?

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Where is Ashford University Located?

Ashford University is located in the small town setting of San Diego, California, less than an hour from Chicago.

If you want to see Ashford University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Highways 30/67 to San Diego, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Quad City International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Ashford University and San Diego are like without leaving home.

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