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Private for-profit, 4-Year
San Jose, CA

University of Silicon Valley

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in CA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$22,480

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

51.3%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

40.5%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$51,017

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of Silicon Valley is a distinguished Private for-profit, 4-Year institution located in San Jose, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $22,480, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 40.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$89,920

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.3 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$21,017

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$120,250

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$330,420

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 40%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of Silicon Valley is $31,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
25.2%
74.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
26.8%
Hispanic
26.3%
Asian
18.0%
Two or more
11.1%
Black
9.0%
Unknown
6.4%
International
1.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.3%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

22

Burglary

3

Theft

19

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$22,480

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$28,028
$30k - $48k$26,638
$48k - $75k$27,593
$75k+$36,361

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$31,000
Pell Grant Recipients47.5%
Using Federal Loans71.8%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment44.2%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$7,068
Pell Grant Recipients46.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

58.3%

Success

40.5%

In-State Cost

$22,480

Age 25+ Students

26.5%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Diverse

Working at 6yr

264 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
San Jose (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
San Jose (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In San Jose

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$2,383

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$2,694

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$3,132

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the San Jose metropolitan area.