Campus Identity
The Wright Institute is a private nonprofit university in Berkeley, CA. The nearest beach is about 16 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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At a Glance
The Wright Institute is a private nonprofit university in Berkeley, CA. The nearest beach is about 16 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
The Wright Institute is a under 1,000, urban school. The campus is 16 miles from Ocean Beach SF, CA and 127 miles from Dodge Ridge Ski Area.
School Size & Setting
Under 1,000
Urban setting
Beach Access
16 miles
Ocean Beach SF, CA
Weather
Warm Climate
57°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
The Wright Institute students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Dodge Ridge Ski Area, 127 miles away with 10 lifts and 862 skiable acres. All are within 131 miles of campus.
California
California
California
Nearest Beach
Students at The Wright Institute are 16 miles from Ocean Beach SF, CA.
Ocean Beach SF, CA
Ocean access within 16.1 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Berkeley, CA
Berkeley has a mild climate, with winters averaging 51°F in Dec and summers peaking around 65°F in Sep.
Station: BERKELEY · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
The Wright Institute 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.
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Fields of Study
2 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 The Wright Institute located?
The Wright Institute is located in Berkeley, CA. The main campus address is 2728 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.
Is The Wright Institute the right fit for me?
Whether The Wright Institute 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 Berkeley, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh The Wright Institute against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with The Wright Institute directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Private
- Location
- Berkeley, CA
- Size
- Under 1,000
- Degrees Offered
- Master's, Doctoral
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 57°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 100/100
- Nearest Airport
- Oakland, CA (OAK) · 10 mialso CCR (14 mi), SFO (18 mi)
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Location
Berkeley, CA