Fresno Pacific University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Fresno Pacific University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Mennonite Brethren Church
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Fresno Pacific University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Fresno, California. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,616, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 58%. The university offers 51 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 56%, and a student-faculty ratio of 8:1. Tuition and fees for students are $34,960.
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- #1 Ranked in The Best Private Nursing Schools in California
- #4 Ranked in Best Online Criminology Programs 2024
- #6 Ranked in Best Online Bachelor's in Healthcare Administration Programs of 2024
- #6 Ranked in Best Online Child Development Programs
- #8 Ranked in Best Online Business Administration Degrees
- #29 Ranked in 50 Best Graduate Nursing Schools in America
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired to be considered for admission
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentNo
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile17-24
SAT 25th-75th Percentile970-1240
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
3k
Students enrolled
92%
Online student enrollment
8:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
24%
Unknown
2%
Black
5%
Hispanic
58%
Two or more races
1%
Non-U.S. Citizen
3%
Asian
6%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
1%
Socio-economic diversity
45% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
15
Total Online Enrollment
2,679
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.92% online, 8% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
81% On-campus
19% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's20% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's22% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $34,960 | $34,960 |
| Graduate | $13,140 | $13,140 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,080 |
| On-campus room and board | $10,148 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,609 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $11,164 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $3,784 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,225 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $48,797 | $48,797 |
| Off-campus without family | $50,988 | $50,988 |
| Off-campus with family | $39,265 | $39,265 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
45%
State Grant Aid
53%
Institution Grant Aid
99%
Pell Grant
45%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$23k
Average student debtafter graduation
$38k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Water Polo
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 7 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 8 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 9 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 10 | History. | |||
| 11 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 12 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 13 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 14 | Library Science. | |||
| 15 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 16 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 17 | Psychology. | |||
| 18 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 19 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 20 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 21 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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