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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Azusa, CA

Azusa Pacific University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in CA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$43,600

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

79.5%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

62.8%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$66,677

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Azusa Pacific University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Azusa, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $43,600, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 62.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing512 – 657
20025th–75th percentile800
Math482 – 657
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite18 – 26
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

79.5%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$174,400

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.8 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$36,677

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$192,370

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$559,140

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Azusa Pacific University is $23,219.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
68.4%
31.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
38.4%
White
26.2%
Asian
14.1%
Black
6.7%
Two or more
5.3%
International
4.2%
Unknown
3.9%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

33

Burglary

23

Theft

3

Assault

2

Robbery

1

Rape

1

Arson

3

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$43,600

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$17,839
$30k - $48k$19,271
$48k - $75k$20,848
$75k+$21,641

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$23,219
Pell Grant Recipients34.6%
Using Federal Loans46.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment64.0%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$27,474
Pell Grant Recipients40.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

83.7%

Success

62.8%

In-State Cost

$43,600

Age 25+ Students

23.8%

Carnegie Class

R2: Doctoral — High Research

Working at 6yr

2,757 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Azusa (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Azusa (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.