Lionel University
Lionel University is a private for-profit two-year college in Carpinteria, California, enrolling about 370 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. In-state tuition starts near $15,265 per year before fees and aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $15,265
- 2024 Average Net Price: $29,453 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 370 70.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 67.12%
Lionel University: what the data shows
Common questions about Lionel University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Lionel University?
Lionel University is located in Carpinteria, CA (ZIP 93013-2912).
NCES locale classification: Rural distant.
Is Lionel University public or private?
Lionel University is a Private For-profit institution.
How much does Lionel University cost?
Published tuition: $15,265.
Average net price after aid: $29,453.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $29,817 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $27,635 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $61,060.
How big is Lionel University?
Total enrollment: 370 students.
About 71% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Lionel University?
150%-time completion rate: 67.12%.
First-year retention: 75.0%.
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $12,668.
44.69% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Lionel University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (114 completions)
- CIP 260908 (60 completions)
- CIP 310507 (38 completions)
- Parks, Recreation, & Leisure (9 completions)
- CIP 310505 (7 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Lionel University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 67.12%; net price $29,453. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$15,265
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Lionel University was $15,265.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$29,453
2024 Value
In 2024 Lionel University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $29,453.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$117,812 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$29,453 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$61,060 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Lionel University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
44.69% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
66.37% 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 Lionel 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 Lionel University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2015–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | $8,528 | $8,528 | — |
| 2020 | $10,107 | $10,107 | $17,176 |
| 2021 | $10,107 | $10,107 | $13,213 |
| 2022 | $15,288 | $15,288 | $23,512 |
| 2023 | $15,288 | $15,288 | $29,539 |
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.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
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
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
70.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Lionel University in 2024 is 370 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
75.0%
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.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
5.48% 100% Completion Time
67.12% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 5.48% of students graduating from Lionel University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Lionel University.
Return on Investment
$12,668 Median Student Debt
Financial value analysis for Lionel University.
Top Programs by Completions
5 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 26.0908: 60 completions
CIP 31.0507: 38 completions
Parks, Recreation, & Leisure: 9 completions
CIP 31.0505: 7 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 114 completions
Most popular programs at Lionel University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Lionel University graduates.
About
Lionel University is a private for-profit institution located in Carpinteria, CA, offering 5 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 370 students. The institution maintains a 67.12% graduation rate. Approximately 44.69% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private For-profit
Location
Carpinteria, CA 93013-2912
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Lionel 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.
FAQ
How much does Lionel University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $15,265 and average net price is $29,453 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What is the graduation rate at Lionel University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 67.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Lionel University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $12,668.
How big is Lionel University?
Total enrollment is about 370 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Lionel University public or private?
Lionel University is a private for-profit institution located in Carpinteria, CA.
Is Lionel University an HBCU?
No. Lionel University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Lionel University a tribal college?
No. Lionel University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Lionel University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Lionel University does not meet that proxy (reported share 13.2%).
Is Lionel University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Lionel University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
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
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.