PrivateSuburban

Azusa Pacific University

Azusa, California 91702-7000

Data last updated: May 29, 2026

Campus Vibe

Health sciencesSuburban

Strong graduate outcomes — known for health sciences

Azusa Pacific University is a private institution in Azusa with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1155, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 3K undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

64% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $66,677 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $19,798.

Established

1899

Motto

"God First"

Mascot

Freddy the Cougar

Type

Private research university

Division

Division II

Plan Your Visit

79%Acceptance

1155SAT Avg

2,977Students

10:1Student:Faculty

64%Grad Rate

$66,677Earnings 10yr

$19,798Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate79.5%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1155

Reading & WritingMid: 561

512657

MathMid: 556

482657

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 22

1826

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

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$43,600

Room & Board$9,724

Books & Supplies$938

Total Cost of Attendance$54,735

Average Net Price$19,798

Median Debt at Graduation$23,219

Monthly Payment (10yr)$246

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$17,839

$30–48K$19,271

$48–75K$20,848

$75–110K$21,641

$110K+$23,832

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

54.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

2.9%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$19,710

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

Peer Average

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

Burglary

Aggravated Assault

Robbery

Motor Vehicle Theft

Sex Offenses

Arson

Drug Arrests

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (93)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

84%

Mixed

Student Body

Undergrads

2,977

Gender Split

68% / 32%

Women / Men

First Generation

38%

Pell Grant Recipients

35%

Race & Ethnicity

White 26%

Black 7%

Hispanic 38%

Asian 14%

Two+ 5%

Int'l 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate64.4%

Freshman Retention83.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$56,794

10 Years$66,677

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

Rankings

U.S. News

#266

—

vs 2024

Forbes

#276

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vs 2024

Washington Monthly

#209

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vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Cougars

Swimming divingWater polo

History & Fun Facts

•Under the name Training School for Christian Workers, it was the first Bible college on the West Coast.
•Following mergers with three Southern California colleges, the university relocated in 1946 to the city of Azusa, where it resides today.
•In 1939 the Training School became Pacific Bible College, and four-year degrees were offered.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

146Very High

Estimated from CA state average + suburban adjustment

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 5"Sunny days: 250Rainy days: 75

Nearest Cities

Los Angelespop. 3.9M

21 mi(36 min)

San Diegopop. 1.4M

106 mi(184 min)

Phoenixpop. 1.6M

337 mi(584 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

LAX Los Angeles32 mi

SAN San Diego104 mi

LAS Las Vegas205 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA2570 mi · ~74h 15m drive

New York, NY2425 mi · ~70h 3m drive

Hartford, CT2490 mi · ~71h 56m drive

Providence, RI2554 mi · ~73h 47m drive

Albany, NY2432 mi · ~70h 15m drive

Syracuse, NY2311 mi · ~66h 46m drive

Rochester, NY2238 mi · ~64h 39m drive

Buffalo, NY2173 mi · ~62h 47m drive

Philadelphia, PA2367 mi · ~68h 23m drive

Pittsburgh, PA2111 mi · ~60h 59m drive

Harrisburg, PA2275 mi · ~65h 43m drive

Newark, NJ2416 mi · ~69h 48m drive

Washington, DC2273 mi · ~65h 40m drive

Baltimore, MD2294 mi · ~66h 16m drive

Atlanta, GA1912 mi · ~55h 14m drive

Charlotte, NC2094 mi · ~60h 30m drive

Raleigh, NC2211 mi · ~63h 52m drive

Miami, FL2316 mi · ~66h 54m drive

Orlando, FL2177 mi · ~62h 53m drive

Tampa, FL2129 mi · ~61h 30m drive

Nashville, TN1756 mi · ~50h 44m drive

New Orleans, LA1649 mi · ~47h 38m drive

Richmond, VA2261 mi · ~65h 19m drive

Chicago, IL1722 mi · ~49h 45m drive

Detroit, MI1959 mi · ~56h 36m drive

Minneapolis, MN1502 mi · ~43h 23m drive

St. Louis, MO1565 mi · ~45h 13m drive

Kansas City, MO1333 mi · ~38h 31m drive

Indianapolis, IN1785 mi · ~51h 34m drive

Columbus, OH1953 mi · ~56h 25m drive

Cleveland, OH2024 mi · ~58h 28m drive

Milwaukee, WI1721 mi · ~49h 43m drive

Dallas, TX1217 mi · ~35h 9m drive

Houston, TX1351 mi · ~39h 2m drive

Austin, TX1206 mi · ~34h 50m drive

San Antonio, TX1183 mi · ~34h 11m drive

Los Angeles, CA21 mi · ~36 min drive

San Francisco, CA357 mi · ~10h 19m drive

San Diego, CA106 mi · ~3h 4m drive

Seattle, WA959 mi · ~27h 42m drive

Portland, OR826 mi · ~23h 52m drive

Denver, CO810 mi · ~23h 24m drive

Phoenix, AZ337 mi · ~9h 44m drive

Salt Lake City, UT564 mi · ~16h 18m drive

Honolulu, HI2581 mi · ~74h 34m drive

Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

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