Campus Identity
Ashford University is a private for-profit university in San Diego, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 7 miles from the ocean.
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At a Glance
Ashford University is a private for-profit university in San Diego, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 7 miles from the ocean.
Campus Lifestyle
Ashford University is a 20,000+, urban school. The campus is 7 miles from Pacific Beach, CA and 97 miles from Snow Valley Mountain Resort.
School Size & Setting
20,000+
Urban setting
Beach Access
7 miles
Pacific Beach, CA
Weather
Warm Climate
62°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Ashford University students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Snow Valley Mountain Resort, 97 miles away with 12 lifts and 240 skiable acres. All are within 98 miles of campus.
California
California
California
Beach Town
Students at Ashford University are 7 miles from Pacific Beach, CA, putting the coast within easy reach any day of the week.
Pacific Beach, CA
Ocean access within 6.8 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · San Diego, CA
San Diego has a mild climate, with winters averaging 56°F in Dec and summers peaking around 74°F in Aug.
Station: SAN DIEGO MONTGOMERY FIELD · Source: NOAA NCEI
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $11,960 |
| Fees | $998 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $12,958 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
81 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ashford University located?
Ashford University is located in San Diego, CA. The main campus address is 8620 Spectrum Center Boulevard, San Diego, CA. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.
How much does it cost to attend Ashford University?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Ashford University charges $11,960/year in tuition. Including room and board, the total estimated cost is approximately $14,278/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $31,266/year — what students actually pay. Use Ashford University's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Is Ashford University the right fit for me?
Whether Ashford University is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($31,266/year after aid), campus culture in San Diego, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Ashford University against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Ashford University directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- For-Profit
- Location
- San Diego, CA
- Size
- 20,000+
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 62°F avg
- Nearest Airport
- San Diego, CA (NKX) · 3 mialso SAN (7 mi), NZY (10 mi)
Location
San Diego, CA