Woodbury University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Woodbury University is a private research university in Burbank, California, enrolling about 779 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 81.65% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $65,668 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $47,056
- 2024 Average Net Price: $33,692 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 81.65% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 779 93.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 60.00%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
- First-Generation Students: 41.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition decrease of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 6.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 810
- Applicants (IPEDS): 1,312
- Room & Board: $14,843 annual estimate
Woodbury University: what the data shows
Common questions about Woodbury University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Woodbury University?
Woodbury University is located in Burbank, CA (ZIP 91504-1052).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Woodbury University public or private?
Woodbury University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Woodbury University cost?
Published tuition: $47,056.
Average net price after aid: $33,692.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $28,815 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $28,368 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $30,748 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $32,773 |
| $110,001+ | $39,808 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $188,224.
How hard is it to get into Woodbury University?
Admission rate: 81.65%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Woodbury University?
Total enrollment: 779 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 810 students.
Graduate enrollment: 63 students.
About 94% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Woodbury University?
150%-time completion rate: 60.00%.
First-year retention: 74.0%.
What do graduates of Woodbury University earn?
Median earnings: $47,665 six years after entry; $65,668 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $26,960.
46.18% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Woodbury University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology (77 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (20 completions)
- Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia (17 completions)
- Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects (12 completions)
- Computer Software and Media Applications, Other (11 completions)
- Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General (9 completions)
- Computer Graphics (8 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (6 completions)
- Political Science and Government, General (5 completions)
- Apparel and Accessories Marketing Operations (5 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Woodbury University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 81.65%; completion rate 60.00%; median earnings $65,668 at 10 years; net price $33,692. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$47,056
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Woodbury University was $47,056.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$33,692
2024 Value
In 2024 Woodbury University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $33,692.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$134,768 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$33,692 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$188,224 4-Year Tuition
$14,843 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,062 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$62,961 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$251,844 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Woodbury University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
46.18% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
58.30% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Woodbury University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Woodbury University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $33,150 | $33,150 | $24,767 |
| 2014 | $35,048 | $35,048 | $24,268 |
| 2015 | $36,408 | $36,408 | $27,920 |
| 2016 | $37,906 | $37,906 | $30,483 |
| 2017 | $38,460 | $38,460 | $27,697 |
| 2018 | $39,790 | $39,790 | $26,581 |
| 2019 | $41,182 | $41,182 | $23,915 |
| 2020 | $42,596 | $42,596 | $29,308 |
| 2021 | $43,418 | $43,418 | $30,117 |
| 2022 | $44,908 | $44,908 | $30,252 |
| 2023 | $44,886 | $44,886 | $28,248 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
81.65% Acceptance Rate
1,312 Total Applicants
956 Students Admitted
107 First-Time Students Enrolled
11.19% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Woodbury University reported total enrollment of about 779 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 46% male and 54% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (38.6%), Hispanic or Latino (27.5%), and Asian (11.9%). About 46.18% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 41.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
93.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Woodbury University in 2024 is 779 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 810 students. Graduate enrollment is about 63 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
74.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 38.6%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
38.33% 100% Completion Time
60.00% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 38.33% of students graduating from Woodbury University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology: 60% male / 40% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 55% male / 45% female
- Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia: 53% male / 47% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Woodbury University.
Return on Investment
$26,960 Median Student Debt
$65,668 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
41.06% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
387.27% Return on Investment
4.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Woodbury University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 24 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology: 77 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 20 completions
3. Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia: 17 completions
4. Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects: 12 completions
5. Computer Software and Media Applications, Other: 11 completions
6. Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General: 9 completions
7. Computer Graphics: 8 completions
8. Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 6 completions
9. Political Science and Government, General: 5 completions
Most popular programs at Woodbury University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Woodbury University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Woodbury University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $18,298
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Woodbury University is a private non-profit institution located in Burbank, CA, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology, Business Administration and Management, General, Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia. Enrollment is approximately 779 students. Student body composition includes White (38.6%), Hispanic or Latino (27.5%), Asian (11.9%). The admission rate is 81.65%. The 150%-time completion rate is 60.00%. Approximately 46.18% of students receive Pell Grants. About 41.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Location
Burbank, CA 91504-1052
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Woodbury University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Woodbury University located?
Woodbury University is located in Burbank, CA.
What is Woodbury University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Woodbury University is 81.7% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 1,312 applicants and 956 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Woodbury University cost?
Reported tuition is $47,056 and average net price is $33,692 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $14,843 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Woodbury University?
Woodbury University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 810 students, White (38.6%), Hispanic or Latino (27.5%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Woodbury University?
About 41.0% of students at Woodbury University are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Woodbury University earn?
Median earnings are $47,665 six years after entry and $65,668 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Woodbury University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 60.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Woodbury University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $26,960.
Is Woodbury University public or private?
Woodbury University is a private nonprofit institution located in Burbank, CA.
Is Woodbury University an HBCU?
No. Woodbury University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Woodbury University a tribal college?
No. Woodbury University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Woodbury University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Woodbury University reports 27.5% Hispanic enrollment share.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- California college costs
- California colleges by ROI
- Burbank, California city profile
- Far West regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in California
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.