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Host your next special event at Soka University's beautiful campus in Aliso Viejo, California! The campus offers scenic views of the 4,000-acre Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. The university's Tuscan-style architecture enhances any event. Several unique locations, including the Peace Lake area, are available for parties, receptions, meetings and seminars. Soka's facilities can accommodate 25 - 2,300 people.

Soka University is a private, four-year liberal arts college and graduate school in Aliso Viejo, CA. The university is ranked in the top 25 liberal arts colleges in the nation by US News and World Report's "Best Colleges 2019." Soka University offers an 8:1 student/faculty ratio and study abroad for every undergraduate student. Founded upon the Buddhist principles of peace, human rights and the sanctity of life, SUA is open to top students of all nationalities and beliefs. About 60% of Soka University's students come from the US and 40% have come from more than 45 other countries. Admitted students whose annual family income is $60,000 or less may be eligible for full tuition Soka Opportunity Scholarships. Additional scholarship opportunities are available for higher income levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$3,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$3,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$2,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$2,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Clean Up
Parking

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Banquet Hall
Garden
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception

What event services do you offer?

Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access
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Reviews of Soka University of America

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3.8 out of 5 rating
3.8 out of 5 rating
9 reviews
76% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    3.7 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    3.9 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    3.8 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    3.8 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    3.9 out of 5 rating
Diana
Diana A. Sent on 08/23/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Scott's Wedding :)

5 stars all around. My husband and I recently got married in June 2024. And started planning the wedding a year ago in the summer of 2023. Fae was our event liaison for SOKA and worked with our wedding planner (the venue requires a wedding planner, and once the venue is booked all communication is done through the planner, we found that this was extremely helpful, and Fae is very very timely in her communication, optimistic, and overall a kind and extremely genuine person. She was so encouraging and it was so evident that she wanted to do her best to approve our wedding plans and vision. What a blessing it was to work with her, as my husband and I had a unique vision for the wedding, and she was our hype woman! My planner had nothing but good and sweet things to say about the whole experience, as SOKA does a great job of letting you know EVERYTHING that needs to be prepped and approved. If your planner and the couple is diligent in getting these easy tasks done ahead of time, then this is zero hassle. Do not be scared of all the rules and requirements - do not let some of the reviews freak you out (this is what almost made us not book, however, we quickly realized that it had nothing to do with SOKA, but rather past couples that may have not fully looked into the requirements of the venue), both SOKA and your planner take care of this, and if everyone works as a team your vision will come to life!!:) We have zero regrets about booking SOKA as our venue (we specifically booked The Atheneum Garden and Courtyard for the ceremony and reception). We got to bring Italy home to us in Orange County, and what's even more special, is we have the blessing of being able to revisit the venue, walk around, and remember all the beautiful memories that were made there (you can't usually do this with all-inclusive or traditional wedding venues). We recently did this for an after-the-wedding shoot with our photographer, and I cried happy emotional tears. I will say it again, truly a blessing and an answered prayer that we were able to have our dream wedding at SOKA. Thank you SOKA for sharing your beautiful space with us, The Scotts are forever grateful.
Ann
Ann W. Sent on 01/27/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Soka University was the PERFECT place for a wedding!

We got married at the beginning of 2024 at Soka University. At first, we were going to use the lake for our ceremony, then we switched to the garden and it was PERFECT! The setting was unbelievable. Soka staff were exceptional. Fae worked really well with us - especially when we switched up the plan. We will look back on our wedding with fondness.
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Felicia Sent on 07/26/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Absolutely stunning!! The water and fountains made my wedding look like it cost a million bucks. The landscape was so beautiful and the architecture makes for wonderful photos. We loved that Soka made the fountain area private and peaceful, including blocking off the parking for our guests only. So there were no wandering strangers into our wedding. All my guests commented on how beautiful the location was. The blue of the water makes our photos pop. And added with flowing drapes that we used to provide our guests with shade....the perfect "wow" combination. We couldn't be happier!

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Soka University of America frequently asked questions

Soka University of America includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Clean Up
  • Parking
The space offered by Soka University of America for wedding events is known for:
  • Art Gallery
  • Banquet Hall
  • Garden
  • Waterfront
Soka University of America offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Soka University of America offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
Soka University of America offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Soka University of America is recommended by 76% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 3.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 3.9 in average response time, 3.9 in flexibility, 3.8 in professionalism, 3.8 in value and 3.7 in quality of service.

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