Valencia, CA · Oakland, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| California Institute of the Arts | Northeastern University Oakland | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 26.0% | 16.5% |
| In-State Tuition | $56,724 | $63,949 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $56,724 | $63,949 |
| Average Net Price | $40,863 | — |
| Graduation Rate | 64.0% | — |
GradFax Analysis
California Institute of the Arts accepts 26.0% of applicants. Northeastern University Oakland accepts 16.5%. California Institute of the Arts's tuition is $56,724. Northeastern University Oakland's is $63,949. California Institute of the Arts is cheaper.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Northeastern University Oakland. It accepts 16.5% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
California Institute of the Arts has lower published tuition: $56,724 versus $63,949. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.