Known for health sciences
Pacific University is a private institution in Forest Grove with particular strength in health sciences and biology. With an average SAT of 1123, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.6K undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
65% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $60,583 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $35,350.
Established
1849
Motto
Pro Christo et Regno Ejus
Mascot
Boxer
Type
Private university
Conference
baseball
Division
Division III
92%Acceptance
1123SAT Avg
1,556Students
9:1Student:Faculty
65%Grad Rate
$60,583Earnings 10yr
$35,350Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate91.8%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1123
Reading & WritingMid: 600
500640
MathMid: 600
490600
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 23
1728
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$54,466
Room & Board$15,058
Books & Supplies$1,050
Total Cost of Attendance$69,330
Average Net Price$35,350
Median Debt at Graduation$23,223
Monthly Payment (10yr)$246
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$22,238
$30–48K$25,979
$48–75K$28,427
$75–110K$36,060
$110K+$40,153
Programs (86)
Student Body
Undergrads
1,556
Gender Split
58% / 42%
Women / Men
First Generation
29%
Pell Grant Recipients
27%
Race & Ethnicity
White 44%
Black 2%
Hispanic 19%
Asian 14%
Two+ 13%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate64.8%
Freshman Retention76.3%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$46,936
8 Years$54,158
10 Years$60,583
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$46,000
Men
$60,800
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Source: Wikipedia