Stanbridge University

Stanbridge University is a private for-profit, four-year institution located in Irvine, California. Situated in a large city setting in Orange County, the university enrolls 3,124 students (IPEDS 2023) and specializes in healthcare and allied health education. Stanbridge is focused on preparing students for clinical and administrative roles across multiple healthcare disciplines.

The university offers programs in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse at both the certificate and associate levels, Occupational Therapist Assistant, Physical Therapy Assistant, and Health/Health Care Administration/Management. This range of offerings allows students to choose from direct patient care pathways, rehabilitation-focused careers, or healthcare management tracks.

Stanbridge University reports a completion rate of 77% and a retention rate of 93% (IPEDS 2023), with an overall quality score of 64.5 out of 100. The high retention rate reflects the university's engagement with its student body. Located in Irvine, students benefit from proximity to a large network of hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and healthcare organizations throughout Southern California.