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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Burbank, CA

Woodbury University

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

Annual Tuition

$44,886

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

72.9%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

54.8%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$65,668

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Woodbury University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Burbank, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $44,886, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 54.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$179,544

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

5.0 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$35,668

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$177,136

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$533,816

Long-term projected return on your education investment

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 Woodbury University is $26,960.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
54.8%
45.2%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
40.7%
Hispanic
29.3%
Asian
12.6%
Black
4.9%
Unknown
4.5%
International
4.4%
Two or more
2.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%

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

$44,886

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$25,368
$30k - $48k$27,418
$48k - $75k$25,615
$75k+$29,628

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$26,960
Pell Grant Recipients49.0%
Using Federal Loans61.4%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment57.8%

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

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$23,816
Pell Grant Recipients51.0%

* 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

79.7%

Success

54.8%

In-State Cost

$44,886

Age 25+ Students

17.9%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Smaller

Working at 6yr

308 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

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

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