Strong graduate outcomes — known for business
University of Puget Sound is a private institution in Tacoma with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1332, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.6K undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
68% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $69,594 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $38,920.
Established
1888
Motto
προs τα ακρα
Mascot
"Grizz" the Logger
Type
Private Liberal arts college
Conference
Pacific Northwest Collegiate Lacrosse League)
Division
Division III
76%Acceptance
1332SAT Avg
1,631Students
10:1Student:Faculty
68%Grad Rate
$69,594Earnings 10yr
$38,920Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate76.3%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1332
Reading & WritingMid: 640
615710
MathMid: 620
570680
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 29
2731
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$59,900
Room & Board$15,040
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$75,509
Average Net Price$38,920
Median Debt at Graduation$25,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$265
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$28,409
$30–48K$29,663
$48–75K$33,336
$75–110K$37,880
$110K+$45,996
Programs (52)
Student Body
Undergrads
1,631
Gender Split
57% / 43%
Women / Men
First Generation
12%
Pell Grant Recipients
17%
Race & Ethnicity
White 67%
Black 3%
Hispanic 10%
Asian 6%
Two+ 9%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate67.9%
Freshman Retention80.5%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$46,802
8 Years$55,567
10 Years$69,594
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$54,200
Men
$66,600
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Seatac Cup
Rankings
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia