Pacific Lutheran University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Pacific Lutheran University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Pacific Lutheran University is a small private university located on a suburban campus in Tacoma, Washington. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,393, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 81%. The university offers 38 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 71%, and a student-faculty ratio of 13:1. Tuition and fees for students are $49,472.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
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 Percentile21-27
SAT 25th-75th Percentile988-1258
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
3k
Students enrolled
8%
Online student enrollment
13:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
39%
Unknown
1%
Black
4%
Hispanic
16%
Two or more races
10%
Non-U.S. Citizen
3%
Asian
10%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
2%
Socio-economic diversity
31% 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
1
Total Online Enrollment
221
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.8% online, 92% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
98% On-campus
2% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's14% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $49,472 | $49,472 |
| Graduate | $32,476 | $32,476 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $762 |
| On-campus room and board | $12,446 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,960 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $12,446 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $1,960 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $1,960 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $64,640 | $64,640 |
| Off-campus without family | $64,640 | $64,640 |
| Off-campus with family | $52,194 | $52,194 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
36%
State Grant Aid
43%
Institution Grant Aid
99%
Pell Grant
31%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$23k
Average student debtafter graduation
$39k
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
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track Field Outdoor
- Track Field Xcountry
- Rowing
- Softball
- 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 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 8 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 9 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 10 | History. | |||
| 11 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 12 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 13 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 14 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 15 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 16 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 17 | Psychology. | |||
| 18 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 19 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 20 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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