Ashford University
San Diego, California 92123
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — major research university
Ashford University is a private institution in San Diego with particular strength in business and health sciences.
A large campus of 23.7K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
9% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $35,404 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $25,321.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
64.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
1.4%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$9,500
Programs (86)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
31%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
179
Peer Average
240
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from CA state average + large city premium