School Information

27.6
Total Enrollment 3,198
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 11 : 1

Pacific University

http://www.pacificu.edu
2043 College Way, Forest Grove, Oregon 97116
(877) 722-8648

Pacific is a nationally recognized University devoted to excellence in teaching and learning. A commitment to collaborative scholarly and creative activities promotes a vibrant academic culture. Our campus community is enriched by embracing sustainable practices, by appreciating diverse perspectives, and being dedicated to civic engagement, both locally and globally.

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Private not-for-profit
Special Learning Opportunities Teacher certification
Study abroad
Student Services Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Doctor's degree - professional practice
Campus Setting Suburb: Large
Disability Services Student 4%
 
School Costs

At Pacific University, 99.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 89.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $14,350), and 71% receive loans ($7,349 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $8,118.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Pacific University is $23,816 per year.

 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 1,627 people applied to Pacific University. Of the applicants, 78.0% were admitted (78.0% male & 79.0% female ) and 26.0% accepted (28.0% male and 25.0% female)

Of the 1,474 undergraduate students at Pacific University, 6.0% are part-time. A majority (90.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 12.0% of the 1,724 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     48.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     76.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     55.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     63.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     59.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline October 1st, December 1st
Admissions Office Phone (800) 677-6712
Admissions Office Email admissions@pacificu.edu
Admissions Office Address 2043 College Way, Forest Grove, Oregon 97116
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.pacificu.edu/admissions/undergrad/transfer/index.cfm
Admissions Website http://www.pacificu.edu/admissions/ (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://www.pacificu.edu/admissions/applications/index.cfm
Application Fee $40

In order to be accepted to Pacific University, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 500
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 600
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 510
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 620
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 21
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 27
 
Pacific University Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Biological and biomedical sciences 26
Biochemistry 1
Bioinformatics 1
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 24
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 26
Business Administration and Management, General 26
Communication, journalism, and related programs 27
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric 19
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other 8
Computer and information sciences and support services 4
Computer Science 4
Education 23 244
Education, Other 23 27
Elementary Education and Teaching 55
Secondary Education and Teaching 74
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels 70
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other 18
English language and literature/letters 22 29
Creative Writing 7 29
English Language and Literature, General 15
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 8
French Language and Literature 1
German Language and Literature 1
Japanese Language and Literature 1
Spanish Language and Literature 5
Health professions and related clinical sciences 45 66 208
Dental Services and Allied Professions, Other 28
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 1
Occupational Therapy/Therapist 1 22
Ophthalmic/Optometric Support Svcs and Allied Professions, Other 15
Optometry (OD) 93
Pharmacy (PharmD [USA], PharmD or BS/BPharm [Canada]) 65
Physical Therapy/Therapist 50
Physician Assistant 44
History 9
History, General 9
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 1
Humanities/Humanistic Studies 1
Mathematics and statistics 9
Mathematics, General 9
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 1
Biological and Physical Sciences 1
Natural resources and conservation 11
Environmental Science 4
Environmental Studies 7
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 34
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 34
Philosophy and religious studies 0
Philosophy 0
Physical sciences 6
Chemical Physics 1
Chemistry, General 3
Physics, General 2
Psychology 16 79 31
Clinical Psychology 39 31
Counseling Psychology 40
Psychology, General 16
Public administration and social service professions 6
Social Work 6
Social sciences 26
Economics, General 1
International Relations and Affairs 5
Political Science and Government, General 10
Sociology 10
Visual and performing arts 9
Art/Art Studies, General 7
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 0
Music, General 2
 
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