Vanguard University of Southern California Admission Requirements

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Vanguard University of Southern California Admission Overview

Vanguard University of Southern California admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Vanguard University of Southern California admitted 62.4% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.31 GPA (B+). Vanguard University of Southern California is test-free. SAT and ACT are not used for admission. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Vanguard University of Southern California Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

62.4%

Admission Standards

Easy

Applicant Competition

Low

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Admission difficulty for Vanguard University of Southern California

Acceptance Rate

The Vanguard University of Southern California acceptance rate is 62.4%. Last year, 2,465 of 3,948 applicants were admitted. That is the 41st lowest acceptance rate in California.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Vanguard University of Southern California and can you get accepted?

Vanguard University of Southern California is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Vanguard University of Southern California typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.31. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 20% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Vanguard University of Southern California GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.31

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.31

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Vanguard University of Southern California typically have around a 3.31 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. Vanguard University of Southern California is test-free, so GPA is the main academic number in the file.

The school ranks #71 in California for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.3 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Vanguard University of Southern California freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 5.27% Good
3.75 to 3.99 16.43% Good
3.50 to 3.74 18.46% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 18.66% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 19.27% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 16.02% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 5.48% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.2% Reach
less than 1.00 0.2% Reach

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Vanguard University of Southern California SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

980-1200

Freshmen who sent SAT

-

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 500
  • Math 480
  • Composite 980
SAT 25th percentile scores for Vanguard University of Southern California

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 610
  • Math 590
  • Composite 1200
SAT 75th percentile scores for Vanguard University of Southern California

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Vanguard University of Southern California typically score around a 1090 SAT (middle 50% 980–1200) out of 1600. These figures are from the last year SAT scores were reported, not a cutoff. SAT is not used for admission, even if you send it. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 57th percentile nationally. Vanguard University of Southern California ranks #48 in the state of California for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 980 to 1200

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

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SAT scores are from the last year they were reported to IPEDS. They are not used for admission.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Vanguard University of Southern California ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

19-25

Freshmen reporting ACT

-

25th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite 19
ACT 25th percentile scores for Vanguard University of Southern California

75th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite 25
ACT 75th percentile scores for Vanguard University of Southern California

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Vanguard University of Southern California typically have around a 22 ACT (mid-50 19–25) on the 36 scale. These numbers come from the last year ACT scores were reported, not a minimum for admission. ACT is not considered, even if you submit it. That average sits near the 63rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Vanguard University of Southern California places #43 among colleges in California for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 19 to 25

1 9 18 27 36

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 22.0 ACT score range.

ACT figures reflect the last year they were reported to IPEDS. They are not used in admission.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

78% of Vanguard University of Southern California freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 44% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Vanguard University of Southern California students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 15%
Top 25% of class 44%
Top 50% of class 78%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Estimate How You Compare

Compare your GPA with last year's enrolled class and this school's acceptance rate. SAT and ACT are not used.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

Vanguard University of Southern California admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 2,759 1,189 3,948
Accepted 1,714 751 2,465
Acceptance Rate 62% 63% 62%
Enrolled 329 156 485
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 19% 21% 20%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Vanguard University of Southern California and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Vanguard University of Southern California application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 1, 2027

Days left to Apply

335

Applicants have 335 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Vanguard University of Southern California is $45.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Vanguard University of Southern California
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Vanguard University of Southern California is test-free for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 62.4% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.31 GPA (about an B+ average). Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=123651.

GPA calculator: Vanguard University of Southern California GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026