Pacific University (PU) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Forest Grove, OR. It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification, also known as D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University). You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University) comparison page.

The PU's 2024 tuition & fees is $54,466 for the academic year 2023-2024. 91% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $30,892.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 3,559 and the students to faculty ratio is 9 to 1 (11.11%).

PU's acceptance rate is 92.01% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 15.01%. The median SAT scores is 1110 and the ACT socre is 23.

PU ranked 1st in Oregon Colleges rankings. Pacific University is accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Pacific University is $54,466. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $37,805.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $56,970 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $39,003.

Undergraduate$54,466
Graduate$37,805
Undergraduate$56,970
Graduate$39,003

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »92.01% Acceptance Rate / 15.01% Yield
Test Scores »1,110 SAT / 23 ACT
Graduation Rate »66%
Retention Rate77%(full-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio11.11% (9 to 1)
Student Population »3,559 (1,639 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$30,892

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Pacific University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.

Special Learning Opportunities at PU
Learning Opportunities
ROTCNo
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Pacific University Directory Information

Address2043 College Way, Forest Grove, OR 97116
Phone877-722-8648
WEBSchool's Website
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School Typefour-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryDoctoral / Research University
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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