Vanguard University of Southern California
Vanguard University, rooted in Christian tradition, has a remarkable history dating back to 1920 when it was established as the Southern California Bible School. Over the years, it evolved into a leading private, Christian, comprehensive university offering liberal arts, sciences, and professional studies.
Vanguard University has expanded to include over 2,200 students from around the country, 33,000 alumni globally, and a devoted staff with a focus on student achievement and quality. The university's mission is profoundly rooted in its devotion to study, character, faith, and community service, and its goal is to establish it as California's preeminent Christian higher education institution.
Recognized for its academic excellence, social mobility initiatives, and nursing program, Vanguard University stands as a beacon of education that honors its Pentecostal heritage while embracing innovation and expansion for the greater glory of Jesus Christ.
DETAILED INFORMATION:
- Founded: 1920
- Phone: (714) 556-3610
- Cost: $20,427 / year
- Students: 1,777 Undergrads
- Address: 55 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
- Website: https://www.vanguard.edu/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanguardu/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watchvu
Ranking:
- Best College Locations in America: 38 of 1,527
- Best Christian Colleges in America: 44 of 333
- Best Hispanic-Serving Institutions in America: 71 of 405
