California Miramar University

California Miramar University is a small private non-profit specialized institution located in San Diego, California, with an undergraduate enrollment of 135. The institution offers undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple academic disciplines, serving a student body drawn primarily from the local and regional population. As an independently governed, non-profit institution relying on tuition, endowment returns, and philanthropic support, it operates within the broader California postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 18% acceptance rate, admission is selective. Applicants are evaluated on a competitive basis, with roughly 18 out of every 100 candidates offered admission. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $17,425 per year. Families earning under $30,000 average $9,131/year — substantially lower. The 4-year graduation rate is 45%, near the national average. Prospective students are encouraged to review net price calculators and complete the FAFSA early, as institutional aid availability varies significantly by family income level.