Moraga, CA · Los Angeles, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Saint Mary's College of California | Southern California Institute of Architecture | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 88.6% | 82.7% |
| In-State Tuition | $56,134 | $53,564 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $56,134 | $53,564 |
| Average Net Price | $19,812 | $30,934 |
| Graduation Rate | 69.0% | 70.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Saint Mary's College of California accepts 88.6% of applicants. Southern California Institute of Architecture accepts 82.7%. Saint Mary's College of California's tuition is $56,134. Southern California Institute of Architecture's is $53,564. Southern California Institute of Architecture is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 69% at Saint Mary's College of California, 70% at Southern California Institute of Architecture.
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
Southern California Institute of Architecture. It accepts 82.7% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Southern California Institute of Architecture has lower published tuition: $53,564 versus $56,134. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. Saint Mary's College of California is at 69%; Southern California Institute of Architecture is at 70%.
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.