Pacific Lutheran University

Pacific Lutheran University is a private, religious school in a suburban setting in Tacoma, Washington. Pacific Lutheran University was founded in 1890 and now enrolls around 2,907 students a year, including 2,544 undergrads. Pacific Lutheran University offers housing for up to 1,560 students. Most students live in off campus housing, and 75% of students spend their weekends on campus .

There are many ways for students to get involved at Pacific Lutheran University! Love music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of Pacific Lutheran University's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? Pacific Lutheran University students can write for the campus newspaper, host a radio show or be a producer for the student-run television channel.

There are no fraternities or sororities at Pacific Lutheran University, so it might be a good choice if you're not interested in Greek life.

Planning to play sports? Pacific Lutheran University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Pacific Lutheran University on the Student Life page.

Learn more about life at Pacific Lutheran University on the Student Life page.

Mark your calendar! The final application deadline for Fall 2022 is August 15.

2021 Pacific Lutheran University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	4-1-4 (2 long terms separated by a month-long mini-term)
Overall Acceptance Rate	86%
Average GPA	3.7
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	57%
Tuition	$46,816

Is Pacific Lutheran University a Good School?

Different people have different ideas about what makes a "good" school. Admissions difficulty and admitted student statistics can give you a sense of how selective a college is, but they don't tell you how happy or successful students are. There are a few statistics that can give you a good idea of how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its students.

Let's take a closer look at all of these areas to get a clearer sense of what Pacific Lutheran University offers and if it sounds like a good fit for you.

Pacific Lutheran University Acceptance Rate 2021

It is moderately difficult to get into Pacific Lutheran University. Around 86% of applicants get into Pacific Lutheran University each year. Last year, 3,306 students applied to Pacific Lutheran University and 2,853 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Pacific Lutheran University

Retention is the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

About 80% of students who start at Pacific Lutheran University return for their second year of college. Around 71% of students who started at Pacific Lutheran University earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook Pacific Lutheran University Graduates

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

Pacific Lutheran University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students. Pacific Lutheran University's endowment was valued at $100.9 million in 2021, compared to a national average of $905 million. The school spends $10,420 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Pacific Lutheran University

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need. Pacific Lutheran University meets 87.6% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $36,406 a year.

The average student debt for graduates in the class of 2021 was around $25,761 per student, not including those with no debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some financial aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Pacific Lutheran University. Based on this information, how does Pacific Lutheran University sound? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may be a terrible fit for another! So ask yourself: Is Pacific Lutheran University a good school for you?

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Where is Pacific Lutheran University Located?

Pacific Lutheran University is located in the suburban setting of Tacoma, Washington, less than an hour from Seattle.

If you want to see Pacific Lutheran University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 5 to Tacoma, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Seattle-Tacoma International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Pacific Lutheran University and Tacoma are like without leaving home.

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