University of Redlands Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Redlands is a private research university in Redlands, California, enrolling about 2,049 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 82.71% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $72,690 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $60,878
- 2024 Average Net Price: $30,031 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 82.71% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,049 93.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 67.27%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 35.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.5% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 18.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 99.6%
- Average SAT Score: 1241
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,093
- Applicants (IPEDS): 3,622
- Room & Board: $18,208 annual estimate
University of Redlands: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Redlands, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Redlands?
University of Redlands is located in Redlands, CA (ZIP 92373-0999).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is University of Redlands public or private?
University of Redlands is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does University of Redlands cost?
Published tuition: $60,878.
Average net price after aid: $30,031.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $28,287 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $25,728 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $26,196 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $25,767 |
| $110,001+ | $38,257 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $243,512.
How hard is it to get into University of Redlands?
Admission rate: 82.71%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1241 and midpoint ACT 29.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Redlands?
Total enrollment: 2,049 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,093 students.
Graduate enrollment: 1,038 students.
About 94% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Redlands?
150%-time completion rate: 67.27%.
First-year retention: 84.0%.
What do graduates of University of Redlands earn?
Median earnings: $61,686 six years after entry; $72,690 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $26,000.
36.45% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Redlands known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (193 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (108 completions)
- Secondary Education and Teaching (89 completions)
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels (83 completions)
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other (73 completions)
- Organizational Leadership (52 completions)
- Psychology, General (46 completions)
- Environmental Science (34 completions)
- Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist (34 completions)
- Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services (25 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Redlands a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 82.71%; completion rate 67.27%; median earnings $72,690 at 10 years; net price $30,031. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$60,878
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Redlands was $60,878.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$30,031
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Redlands had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $30,031.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$120,124 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$30,031 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$243,512 4-Year Tuition
$18,208 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,700 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$80,786 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$323,144 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Redlands.
Financial Aid by Income Level
36.45% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
55.41% 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 University of Redlands 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 University of Redlands 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 | $41,290 | $41,290 | $25,057 |
| 2014 | $43,186 | $43,186 | $27,538 |
| 2015 | $44,900 | $44,900 | $28,859 |
| 2016 | $46,570 | $46,570 | $31,299 |
| 2017 | $48,072 | $48,072 | $29,520 |
| 2018 | $49,504 | $49,504 | $25,727 |
| 2019 | $50,980 | $50,980 | $27,958 |
| 2020 | $52,500 | $52,500 | $26,098 |
| 2021 | $54,066 | $54,066 | $20,152 |
| 2022 | $55,678 | $55,678 | $28,202 |
| 2023 | $57,614 | $57,614 | $22,867 |
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
82.71% Acceptance Rate
3,622 Total Applicants
2,931 Students Admitted
484 First-Time Students Enrolled
16.51% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1241
ACT Average: 29
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of Redlands reported total enrollment of about 2,049 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 44% male and 56% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (45.1%), White (34.5%), and Two or More Races (6.5%). About 36.45% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 35.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
93.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Redlands in 2024 is 2,049 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,093 students. Graduate enrollment is about 1,038 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
84.0%
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 Hispanic or Latino at 45.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
55.62% 100% Completion Time
67.27% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 55.62% of students graduating from University of Redlands completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 62% male / 38% female
- Business/Commerce, General: 46% male / 54% female
- Secondary Education and Teaching: 35% male / 65% 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: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Redlands.
Return on Investment
$26,000 Median Student Debt
$72,690 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
35.77% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
505.12% Return on Investment
3.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Redlands.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 68 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 193 completions
2. Business/Commerce, General: 108 completions
3. Secondary Education and Teaching: 89 completions
4. Teacher Education, Multiple Levels: 83 completions
5. Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other: 73 completions
6. Organizational Leadership: 52 completions
7. Psychology, General: 46 completions
8. Environmental Science: 34 completions
9. Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist: 34 completions
Most popular programs at University of Redlands.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Redlands graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Redlands from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 99.6%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $10,565
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $14,333
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Redlands is a private non-profit institution located in Redlands, CA, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Business/Commerce, General, Secondary Education and Teaching. Enrollment is approximately 2,049 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (45.1%), White (34.5%), Two or More Races (6.5%). The admission rate is 82.71%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1241. The 150%-time completion rate is 67.27%. Approximately 36.45% of students receive Pell Grants. About 35.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
Redlands, CA 92373-0999
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 68 distinct degree programs, University of Redlands provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Redlands located?
University of Redlands is located in Redlands, CA.
What is University of Redlands's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Redlands is 82.7% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 3,622 applicants and 2,931 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Redlands cost?
Reported tuition is $60,878 and average net price is $30,031 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $18,208 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Redlands?
University of Redlands reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,093 students, Hispanic or Latino (45.1%), White (34.5%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Redlands?
About 35.2% of students at University of Redlands are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Redlands?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Redlands reports midpoint SAT about 1241 and midpoint ACT about 29.
What do graduates of University of Redlands earn?
Median earnings are $61,686 six years after entry and $72,690 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Redlands?
The 150%-time completion rate is 67.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Redlands students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $26,000.
Is University of Redlands public or private?
University of Redlands is a private nonprofit institution located in Redlands, CA.
Is University of Redlands an HBCU?
No. University of Redlands is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Redlands a tribal college?
No. University of Redlands is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
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
- 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.