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American University of Health Sciences

Signal Hill, CA·Private for-profit·364 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. median debt is moderately high; earnings barely cover the debt load. a private for-profit school with 364 students.

100%
Accept
364
Students
N/A
Net Price
50%
Grad Rate
$37,800
Earnings
10 yr
$32,484
Debt

About This School

American University of Health Sciences is a private for-profit institution located in Signal Hill, California with approximately 364 undergraduate students enrolled. American University of Health Sciences has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 100%. In-state tuition is $24,575 per year. The graduation rate is 50%, and the typical graduate earns $37,800 within 10 years of enrollment.

American University of Health Sciences is Christian-based private for-profit university in Signal Hill, California, United States. It was established in 1994 and offers bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 50% graduation rate means only half of students who start actually finish, and those who do are earning a median of $37,800 a decade out — modest returns for roughly $32,484 in debt. Worth considering if you're specifically drawn to health sciences and want a small, open-enrollment program in Southern California, but the earnings-to-debt ratio and dropout rate should give you pause before committing.

Founded
1994
Setting
Large suburb

Popular Programs

Health Professions100%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$24,575
Out-of-State Tuition
$24,575
Avg Net Price
N/A
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants46%
Median debt at graduation$32,484

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
50%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$37,800
after enrollment
Median Debt
$32,484
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$32,484
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$54,900
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$37,800
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 1.2x

Worth scrutinizing. Median earnings relative to debt are tight.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White4%
Black11%
Hispanic/Latino31%
Asian45%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (364 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

American University of Health Sciences

1600 East Hill St

Signal Hill, CA 90755-3612

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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