Stanbridge University has announced plans to move its main Orange County location to Park Place in Irvine, as reported by The Manila Times. The institutional move will begin in phases in December 2026, bringing updated learning spaces and expanded student services to the new site.
The future location sits a short distance from the university's current facilities. The Park Place property provides structured parking garage options, quick freeway access to Interstate 405, and close proximity to John Wayne Airport. On-site facilities for healthcare students will feature outdoor collaboration areas, dining options, coffee shops, fitness spaces, walking and biking routes, and electric vehicle charging stations. Nearby housing options will also be located within steps of the campus setting.
According to Stanbridge University President Yasith Weerasuriya, who spoke to The Manila Times, the move represents a direct investment in the school's student body. Weerasuriya noted that Orange County has served as the foundation for the institution's growth since 1996, expressing gratitude to the local community and confirming the university's commitment to building its future within the city of Irvine.
Educational operations will remain uninterrupted during the multi-stage transition period. The university confirmed that academic classes, clinical training sessions, and student support programs will continue as scheduled while construction and move preparations proceed toward the initial December 2026 phase.
Stanbridge University operates several satellite locations across California, including campuses in Irvine, Alhambra, Riverside, and San Marcos. The institution focuses primarily on healthcare education programs, including nursing and related medical disciplines.
The university has earned several national recognitions in recent rankings. The Carnegie Classifications designated Stanbridge as a 2025 Opportunity College and University. In financial outcome metrics, study data from Georgetown University's Center on Education and the Workforce ranked the school in the top 5% of colleges nationwide for its 10-year return on investment. Educational review platform Niche ranked Stanbridge as the #1 Best College for Nursing in California for 2026. Additionally, the university holds certification as a Great Place to Work in recognition of its internal workplace environment.
Detailed information regarding the prospective move and academic program offerings remains available directly through the university's official website as the institution marks 30 years of operating within Orange County.
