Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
91.76%
SAT Average
1,123
ACT Range
17-28
Pacific University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 91.76%. This means approximately 918 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,556 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
91.76%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $54,466 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $54,466 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $69,330 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $35,350 | State avg: $18,521. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 26.72% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 80.84% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Pacific University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$54,466
Room and board
$15,058
Books and supplies
$1,050
Other expenses
$1,800
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$69,330
Average net price
$35,350
Average aid coverage
49%
$33,980 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Pacific University pays approximately $35,350 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Oregon average of $18,521 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Pacific University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Oregon and national averages.
Pacific University net price
$35,350
Oregon average
$18,521
National average
$17,506
Pacific University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $54,466 and average net price at $35,350. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$54,466
Current net price
$35,350
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
64.78%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$60,583
Undergraduates
1,556
10-Year Median Earnings - Pacific University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Pacific University graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Pacific University?
Undergraduates
1,556
Completion rate
64.78%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
26.72%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
80.84%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 26.72% of Pacific University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 80.84% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Pacific University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Pacific University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Pacific University lists Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Pacific University is listed at 2043 College Way, Forest Grove, OR 97116. Accreditor: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Compare Schools
Compare Pacific University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific University | 91.76% | $54,466 | $35,350 | $60,583 |
| Oregon Health & Science University | Not available | Not available | Not available | $101,028 |
| University of Portland | 95.39% | $54,900 | $36,371 | $82,804 |
| Linfield University | 87.93% | $49,530 | $27,341 | $78,638 |
| Oregon Institute of Technology | 91.67% | $35,592 | $16,391 | $72,273 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pacific University's acceptance rate?
Pacific University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 91.76%.
How much is Pacific University tuition?
Pacific University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $54,466.
What is Pacific University's average net price?
Pacific University's average net price in the local dataset is $35,350.
What does Pacific University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $22,238 for Pacific University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Pacific University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $60,583 for Pacific University.
Is Pacific University accredited?
Pacific University's accreditor in the local dataset is Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
How many students attend Pacific University?
The local dataset lists 1,556 undergraduate students at Pacific University.
What percentage of Pacific University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Pacific University in the local dataset is 26.72%.
What is the federal loan rate at Pacific University?
The federal loan rate for Pacific University in the local dataset is 80.84%.
Where should I verify Pacific University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Pacific University or the latest official federal education data.