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San Diego Christian College

Santee, California 92071

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Known for business — close-knit campus

San Diego Christian College is a private institution in Santee with particular strength in business and psychology.

A small campus of 91 undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

24% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $49,766 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $7,871.

Established
1970
Mascot
Moe Hawk
Type
Private university
Conference
National Association of
Division
Division I

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63%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
91Students
10:1Student:Faculty
24%Grad Rate
$49,766Earnings 10yr
$7,871Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

San Diego Christian College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate62.8%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

62.8%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$26,300
Room & Board$11,080
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$40,057
Average Net Price$7,871
Median Debt at Graduation$24,941
Monthly Payment (10yr)$264

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$2,310
$30–48K$27,224
$48–75K$30,336

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

83.6%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$13,000

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

0

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

0

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

0

Drug Arrests

0

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (20)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

13%

Negative
  • •13% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
91
Gender Split
49% / 51%
Women / Men
First Generation
41%
Pell Grant Recipients
16%

Race & Ethnicity

White 31%
Black 11%
Hispanic 34%
Asian 2%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate23.5%
Freshman Retention12.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$39,848
10 Years$49,766

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#98
↑2
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Hawks

TennisBasketballBasketball championshipVolleyballBasketball d1

History & Fun Facts

  • •In 1984, it was first accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
  • •In 2005, the college changed its name to San Diego Christian College.
  • •In 2015, it moved to its new location in Santee, California.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

SAN San Diego15 mi
LAX Los Angeles112 mi
LAS Las Vegas247 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA2565 mi · ~74h 6m drive
New York, NY2414 mi · ~69h 44m drive
Hartford, CT2483 mi · ~71h 44m drive
Providence, RI2548 mi · ~73h 37m drive
Albany, NY2428 mi · ~70h 9m drive
Syracuse, NY2308 mi · ~66h 41m drive
Rochester, NY2235 mi · ~64h 34m drive
Buffalo, NY2170 mi · ~62h 41m drive
Philadelphia, PA2354 mi · ~68h drive
Pittsburgh, PA2100 mi · ~60h 40m drive
Harrisburg, PA2263 mi · ~65h 23m drive
Newark, NJ2406 mi · ~69h 30m drive
Washington, DC2257 mi · ~65h 12m drive
Baltimore, MD2279 mi · ~65h 50m drive
Atlanta, GA1875 mi · ~54h 10m drive
Charlotte, NC2064 mi · ~59h 38m drive
Raleigh, NC2184 mi · ~63h 6m drive
Miami, FL2258 mi · ~65h 14m drive
Orlando, FL2126 mi · ~61h 25m drive
Tampa, FL2076 mi · ~59h 58m drive
Nashville, TN1728 mi · ~49h 55m drive
New Orleans, LA1595 mi · ~46h 5m drive
Richmond, VA2240 mi · ~64h 43m drive
Chicago, IL1718 mi · ~49h 38m drive
Detroit, MI1955 mi · ~56h 29m drive
Minneapolis, MN1517 mi · ~43h 49m drive
St. Louis, MO1548 mi · ~44h 43m drive
Kansas City, MO1321 mi · ~38h 10m drive
Indianapolis, IN1772 mi · ~51h 11m drive
Columbus, OH1940 mi · ~56h 3m drive
Cleveland, OH2017 mi · ~58h 16m drive
Milwaukee, WI1722 mi · ~49h 45m drive
Dallas, TX1170 mi · ~33h 48m drive
Houston, TX1291 mi · ~37h 18m drive
Austin, TX1145 mi · ~33h 5m drive
San Antonio, TX1117 mi · ~32h 16m drive
Los Angeles, CA111 mi · ~3h 12m drive
San Francisco, CA458 mi · ~13h 14m drive
San Diego, CA14 mi · ~24 min drive
Seattle, WA1058 mi · ~30h 34m drive
Portland, OR927 mi · ~26h 47m drive
Denver, CO819 mi · ~23h 40m drive
Phoenix, AZ287 mi · ~8h 17m drive
Salt Lake City, UT615 mi · ~17h 46m drive
Honolulu, HI2620 mi · ~75h 41m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

San Diego (SAN)15 miles
Rental car
23 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
30 min$18-30
Los Angeles (LAX)112 miles
Rental car
168 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
224 min$134-224

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