Vanguard University 55 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, California 92626 714.966.5496 800.722.6279
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a private, Christian University
A Los Angeles International Airport
Go Beyond.
B
John Wayne Airport
C
Disneyland
D
Knott’s Berry Farm
E
Universal Studios
unbeatable academic training, a caring community
F
Angel Stadium
where lifelong friendships are born every day,
G
Dodger Stadium
H
Staples Center/Nokia Theatre
I
Honda Center
beaches and cultural attractions, and a strong
J
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
spiritual foundation that puts Christ at the center of it
At Vanguard, we like to think we’ve come up with the perfect mix —
a beautiful campus near Southern California’s
all. Let us show you how we go beyond scholarship, beyond the classroom, beyond the expected,
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equipping you to lead the story God has for you.
What
you need
30%
of Vanguard undergrads own a Disneyland annual pass.
Academic Excellence Vanguard’s faculty is simply outstanding. Our professors advise U.S.
Those same professors teach every course and mentor their students at
presidents, win national theater awards, pioneer scientific research in
Vanguard. You never get lost in a lecture hall, and graduate students never
China, perform at Carnegie Hall and the Hollywood Bowl, and much
teach our classes. We keep class sizes small — 21 students on average —
more. Seventy-four percent of our professors hold doctorates in their field,
so you can get to know your professors individually. And each member
from some of the most prestigious universities in the world.
of our faculty is a committed Christian who cares for students’ spiritual
1,500 24
63%
wetsuits hang out to dry on VU balcony rails on any given day.
of students live on campus.
VANGUARD’S UNDERGRADUATE COLLEGE OFFERS DEGREES IN THE FOLLOWING MAJORS:
undergraduate students
12%
329
days of sunshine per year in Southern California
of VU students are from out of state.
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development while promoting academic freedom in the classroom.
Authentic Community
Invest in your future
Vanguard’s close-knit community encourages genuine friendships
Our goal is to make a Vanguard education affordable to all students.
between students, faculty and staff. These relationships become a
We want to put the Vanguard experience within reach of every student who
big part of your learning experience and give you the foundation
wants to attend. Vanguard produces students who are intellectually, spiritually
to grow confidently into the person you wish to become.
and practically prepared for life and success in the career of their choice.
VU QUICK
facts
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types of food available on a typical day in the cafeteria
NAIA men’s basketball national champions
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intramural sports teams and campus clubs, from the surf club to Live2Free
BACHELOR OF ARTS
BACHELOR OF MUSIC
Accounting Biological Sciences Business Administration Communication Communication Studies Cinema Arts Cultural Anthropology English Literature and Textual Analysis Writing General Music Music Ministry Applied Music History/Political Science Liberal Studies (Education) Marketing Psychology Religion Biblical Studies Christian Formation and Discipleship Studies General Christian Studies Intercultural Studies Pastoral Leadership Studies Youth Leadership Studies Sociology Theatre Arts Performance/Directing Technical/Design Musical Theatre Worship Studies Art Cinema Art Communication Theatre Worship Leadership
Vocal, Piano, Guitar, Instrumental Performance Composition Music Education Church Music Jazz Studies
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Biochemistry Biology Botany and Ecology Education Neuroscience Pre-Medical Studies Chemistry Kinesiology Exercise and Sport Science Sport Studies Pre-Health Sciences Mathematics Coming Fall 2017 Pre-Nursing* *Pending Board of Registered Nursing approval
TOP
BEST
TOP
REGIONAL COLLEGE IN THE WEST
COLLEGE IN THE WEST
10 PERCENT OF COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES IN THE U.S.
U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT
PRINCETON REVIEW
62%
98%
FIND A JOB WITHIN 6 MONTHS OF GRADUATING
RECEIVED FINANCIAL AID IN THE 2015-16 ACADEMIC YEAR
of alumni
90% of freshmen
RECEIVED AN ACADEMIC AWARD IN THE 2015-16 ACADEMIC YEAR
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FORBES
of students
4
year graduation GUARANTEE