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Private for-profit, Less than 2-Year
Ventura, CA

Lu Ross Academy

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

Annual Tuition

$19,170

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

70.1%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$23,148

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Lu Ross Academy is a distinguished Private for-profit, Less than 2-Year institution located in Ventura, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $19,170, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 70.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$38,340

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

N/A

Earnings below HS baseline

Annual Earnings Boost

-$6,852

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$106,860

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

-$175,380

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Below-Baseline Earnings

Graduates of this institution earn below the national HS diploma median ($30k/yr). Individual outcomes vary significantly by program — check the Career Paths section below for field-specific earnings.

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 Lu Ross Academy is $6,333.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
75.4%
24.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
76.9%
White
15.2%
American Indian / Alaska Native
3.3%
Asian
1.4%
Unknown
1.4%
International
1.1%
Black
0.4%
Two or more
0.4%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$19,170

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$13,900
$30k - $48k$15,604
$48k - $75k$17,619
$75k+Not Reported

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$6,333
Pell Grant Recipients49.5%
Using Federal Loans54.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment47.5%

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

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$4,207
Pell Grant Recipients58.0%

* 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

94.4%

Success

70.1%

In-State Cost

$19,170

Age 25+ Students

36.8%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie -2

Working at 6yr

234 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Ventura (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 Ventura

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,725

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$2,011

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$2,414

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 Ventura metropolitan area.