Vanguard University of Southern California: what international applicants need

What are Vanguard University of Southern California's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Vanguard University of Southern California has 3 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on December 1, 2026, Early Action II on January 15, 2027, and Regular Decision on March 2, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Vanguard University of Southern California's acceptance rate?

62.4% for students who started in fall 2024: Vanguard University of Southern California admitted 2,465 of its 3,948 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Vanguard University of Southern California require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Vanguard University of Southern California is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (December 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is November 7, 2026: scores on November 20, 2026, registration by October 23, 2026 (late registration October 27, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (March 2, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

How much is Vanguard University of Southern California's application fee for international students?

Vanguard University of Southern California's application fee is $90 for international applicants: $45 more than the $45 US applicants pay.

Does Vanguard University of Southern California accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

No. Vanguard University of Southern California accepts the Common App fee waiver from US students only.

• If the fee is a real obstacle, write to the admissions office: some universities grant waivers on request.

Which English tests does Vanguard University of Southern California accept?

Vanguard University of Southern California lists the TOEFL iBT and Duolingo English Test as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Vanguard University of Southern California accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Vanguard University of Southern California accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Vanguard University of Southern California require?

Vanguard University of Southern California doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Vanguard University of Southern California require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Vanguard University of Southern California requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Vanguard University of Southern California have?

6 of Vanguard University of Southern California's 1,960 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0.3%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Vanguard University of Southern California cost for international students?

Vanguard University of Southern California's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $41,700, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $13,450. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $60,445 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source