SCI-Arc Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 76.60%. Not very selective
Tuition Overview:
- Tuition: $56,162
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at SCI-Arc:
- Total Enrollment: 418
- 237 Undergraduate, 181 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 60.3% men, 39.7% women.
- This is a very small institution, offering an intimate and personalized campus experience.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 71%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 91%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 7 academic programs available.
- Graduate Programs: 6 graduate-level programs offered.
- Degrees Awarded: Bachelor's, Master's.
SCI-Arc Overview
Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Los Angeles, CA. It is classified as special-focus institution by Carnegie Classification
The SCI-Arc's tuition & fees is $56,162 for the academic year 2024-2025. 80% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $25,262.
The school has a total enrollment of 418 and the students to faculty ratio is 9 to 1 (11.11%).
SCI-Arc's acceptance rate is 76.60% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 6.98%.
Southern California Institute of Architecture is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Southern California Institute of Architecture is $56,162. For graduate programs, its 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $56,162.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $58,886 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $58,886.
| Undergraduate | $56,162 |
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| Graduate | $56,162 |
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| Undergraduate | $58,886 |
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| Graduate | $58,886 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Southern California Institute of Architecture does not offer online classes (distance learning opportunities) for any degree program.
Special Learning Opportunities at SCI-Arc
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | No |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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