RAND School of Public Policy
Campus Identity
RAND School of Public Policy is a private nonprofit university in Santa Monica, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 1 mile from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Follow Along
@PardeeRAND
Follow on X (Twitter)
At a Glance
RAND School of Public Policy is a private nonprofit university in Santa Monica, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 1 mile from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
RAND School of Public Policy is a under 1,000, urban school. The campus is 1 miles from Santa Monica Beach, CA and 40 miles from Mt. Waterman Ski Lift, LLC.
School Size & Setting
Under 1,000
Urban setting
Beach Access
1 miles
Santa Monica Beach, CA
Weather
Warm Climate
59°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
RAND School of Public Policy students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Mt. Waterman Ski Lift, LLC, 40 miles away. All are within 53 miles of campus.
California
California
California
Beach Town
Students at RAND School of Public Policy are less than a mile from Santa Monica Beach, CA, putting the coast within easy reach any day of the week.
Santa Monica Beach, CA
Ocean access within 0.7 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Santa Monica, CA
Santa Monica has a mild climate, with winters averaging 56°F in Jan and summers peaking around 66°F in Aug.
Station: SANTA MONICA PIER · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
RAND School of Public Policy in CA earns a composite safety score of 100/100, rated Very Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | Annual Cost |
|---|
Fields of Study
3 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 RAND School of Public Policy located?
RAND School of Public Policy is located in Santa Monica, CA. The main campus address is 1776 Main St, Santa Monica, CA. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.
Is RAND School of Public Policy the right fit for me?
Whether RAND School of Public Policy is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost and financial aid, campus culture in Santa Monica, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh RAND School of Public Policy against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with RAND School of Public Policy directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Private
- Location
- Santa Monica, CA
- Size
- Under 1,000
- Degrees Offered
- Master's, Doctoral
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 59°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 100/100
- Nearest Airport
- Santa Monica, CA (SMO) · 2 mialso LAX (7 mi), HHR (11 mi)
Official Links
Location
Santa Monica, CA