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Saybrook University

Pasadena, California 91103

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Private urban college in Pasadena

Saybrook University is a private urban institution in Pasadena, California. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

Established
1971
Type
Private university

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News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Saybrook University 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 Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition—

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

35.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

16

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

4

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

2

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

4

Drug Arrests

3

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (14)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

85%

Mixed
  • •85% 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
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Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • •History Eleanor Camp Criswell, along with Rollo May, Clark Moustakas, and James Bugental, founded the Humanistic Psychology Institute at California State University, Sonoma in 1971.
  • •Later on it was renamed the Saybrook Graduate School and Research Center.
  • •In 2009, the school was renamed Saybrook University.

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

LAX Los Angeles21 mi
SAN San Diego113 mi
LAS Las Vegas216 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA2583 mi · ~74h 37m drive
New York, NY2438 mi · ~70h 26m drive
Hartford, CT2503 mi · ~72h 19m drive
Providence, RI2567 mi · ~74h 9m drive
Albany, NY2445 mi · ~70h 38m drive
Syracuse, NY2324 mi · ~67h 8m drive
Rochester, NY2250 mi · ~65h drive
Buffalo, NY2185 mi · ~63h 7m drive
Philadelphia, PA2381 mi · ~68h 47m drive
Pittsburgh, PA2125 mi · ~61h 23m drive
Harrisburg, PA2289 mi · ~66h 8m drive
Newark, NJ2429 mi · ~70h 10m drive
Washington, DC2287 mi · ~66h 4m drive
Baltimore, MD2307 mi · ~66h 39m drive
Atlanta, GA1926 mi · ~55h 38m drive
Charlotte, NC2108 mi · ~60h 54m drive
Raleigh, NC2225 mi · ~64h 17m drive
Miami, FL2331 mi · ~67h 20m drive
Orlando, FL2192 mi · ~63h 19m drive
Tampa, FL2145 mi · ~61h 58m drive
Nashville, TN1770 mi · ~51h 8m drive
New Orleans, LA1664 mi · ~48h 4m drive
Richmond, VA2275 mi · ~65h 43m drive
Chicago, IL1734 mi · ~50h 6m drive
Detroit, MI1971 mi · ~56h 56m drive
Minneapolis, MN1513 mi · ~43h 43m drive
St. Louis, MO1579 mi · ~45h 37m drive
Kansas City, MO1347 mi · ~38h 55m drive
Indianapolis, IN1798 mi · ~51h 57m drive
Columbus, OH1966 mi · ~56h 48m drive
Cleveland, OH2037 mi · ~58h 51m drive
Milwaukee, WI1733 mi · ~50h 4m drive
Dallas, TX1232 mi · ~35h 35m drive
Houston, TX1366 mi · ~39h 28m drive
Austin, TX1221 mi · ~35h 16m drive
San Antonio, TX1198 mi · ~34h 37m drive
Los Angeles, CA9 mi · ~16 min drive
San Francisco, CA346 mi · ~10h drive
San Diego, CA115 mi · ~3h 19m drive
Seattle, WA954 mi · ~27h 34m drive
Portland, OR821 mi · ~23h 43m drive
Denver, CO822 mi · ~23h 45m drive
Phoenix, AZ352 mi · ~10h 10m drive
Salt Lake City, UT571 mi · ~16h 30m drive
Honolulu, HI2566 mi · ~74h 8m 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

Los Angeles (LAX)21 miles
Rental car
32 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
42 min$25-42
San Diego (SAN)113 miles
Rental car
170 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
226 min$136-226

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