Soka University of America
Aliso Viejo, CA • 4-year Private • Acceptance Rate 43%
Soka is a private university in Aliso Viejo, California. Soka was founded in 1987 and enrolls 481 students.
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| Total Enrollment | 481 |
| Campus Setting | suburb |
| Admission rate | 43% |
| Tuition and fees | |
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| In State | $37,450 |
| Out-of-State | $37,450 |
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See The Official 2025-2026 CC Calendar for projected decision dates.
Admissions
For information about applying to SUA, see the school’s admission page and online application.
| Test | 25th percentile score | Median score | 75th percentile score |
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| SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing | 620 | 675 | 720 |
| SAT Math | 713 | 765 | 790 |
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Tuition & Fees
Visit the financial aid office’s website to learn more about the cost of attending SUA.
| Cost Breakdown | In State | Out-of-State |
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| Tuition | $34,382 | $34,382 |
| Fees | $3,068 | $3,068 |
| Room and Board | $13,892 | $13,892 |
| Books | $938 | $938 |
| Total (Before Financial Aid): | $52,280 | $52,280 |
Majors
| Major | Bachelors | Masters | Doctorate |
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| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | 87 | ||
| Educational Leadership and Administration, General | 6 |
Data source: IPEDS as of the January 6, 2026 release