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Providence Christian College

Pasadena, California 91101

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Providence Christian College is a private urban institution in Pasadena, California. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 144 undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

53% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $46,264 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $25,378.

Motto
In Christo Omnia Nova
Mascot
The Sea Beggar
Type
Private liberal arts college

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93%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
144Students
12:1Student:Faculty
53%Grad Rate
$46,264Earnings 10yr
$25,378Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Providence Christian College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate92.5%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

92.5%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$35,147
Room & Board$11,288
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$51,852
Average Net Price$25,378
Median Debt at Graduation$25,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$265

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$22,949
$30–48K$22,549
$48–75K$23,948
$75–110K$24,574
$110K+$28,102

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

37.5%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$14,500

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

0

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

0

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

0

Drug Arrests

0

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

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Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

82%

Mixed
  • •82% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
144
Gender Split
46% / 54%
Women / Men
First Generation
30%
Pell Grant Recipients
34%

Race & Ethnicity

White 48%
Black 3%
Hispanic 35%
Asian 2%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate52.6%
Freshman Retention81.6%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$32,827
10 Years$46,264

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • •Providence Christian College was incorporated in the state of California on November 12, 2002, and held its first board meeting on January 18, 2003.
  • •In August 2010, Providence relocated to Pasadena, California.
  • •In December 2018, the college relocated within the Los Angeles area to a church facility and adjoining offices in Old Town Pasadena, adjacent to Fuller Theological Seminary.
  • •^ History of Providence Archived 2013-02-22 at archive.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

LAX Los Angeles21 mi
SAN San Diego112 mi
LAS Las Vegas215 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA2583 mi · ~74h 37m drive
New York, NY2437 mi · ~70h 24m drive
Hartford, CT2502 mi · ~72h 17m drive
Providence, RI2567 mi · ~74h 9m drive
Albany, NY2445 mi · ~70h 38m drive
Syracuse, NY2323 mi · ~67h 7m drive
Rochester, NY2250 mi · ~65h drive
Buffalo, NY2185 mi · ~63h 7m drive
Philadelphia, PA2380 mi · ~68h 45m drive
Pittsburgh, PA2124 mi · ~61h 22m drive
Harrisburg, PA2288 mi · ~66h 6m drive
Newark, NJ2429 mi · ~70h 10m drive
Washington, DC2286 mi · ~66h 2m drive
Baltimore, MD2307 mi · ~66h 39m drive
Atlanta, GA1926 mi · ~55h 38m drive
Charlotte, NC2108 mi · ~60h 54m drive
Raleigh, NC2224 mi · ~64h 15m drive
Miami, FL2330 mi · ~67h 19m drive
Orlando, FL2192 mi · ~63h 19m drive
Tampa, FL2144 mi · ~61h 56m drive
Nashville, TN1769 mi · ~51h 6m drive
New Orleans, LA1664 mi · ~48h 4m drive
Richmond, VA2274 mi · ~65h 42m drive
Chicago, IL1734 mi · ~50h 6m drive
Detroit, MI1971 mi · ~56h 56m drive
Minneapolis, MN1513 mi · ~43h 43m drive
St. Louis, MO1578 mi · ~45h 35m drive
Kansas City, MO1346 mi · ~38h 53m drive
Indianapolis, IN1798 mi · ~51h 57m drive
Columbus, OH1966 mi · ~56h 48m drive
Cleveland, OH2037 mi · ~58h 51m drive
Milwaukee, WI1733 mi · ~50h 4m drive
Dallas, TX1232 mi · ~35h 35m drive
Houston, TX1366 mi · ~39h 28m drive
Austin, TX1220 mi · ~35h 15m drive
San Antonio, TX1197 mi · ~34h 35m drive
Los Angeles, CA9 mi · ~16 min drive
San Francisco, CA346 mi · ~10h drive
San Diego, CA114 mi · ~3h 18m drive
Seattle, WA955 mi · ~27h 35m drive
Portland, OR821 mi · ~23h 43m drive
Denver, CO821 mi · ~23h 43m drive
Phoenix, AZ352 mi · ~10h 10m drive
Salt Lake City, UT571 mi · ~16h 30m drive
Honolulu, HI2567 mi · ~74h 9m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Los Angeles (LAX)21 miles
Rental car
32 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
42 min$25-42
San Diego (SAN)112 miles
Rental car
168 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
224 min$134-224

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