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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Fresno, CA

Fresno Pacific University

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

Annual Tuition

$35,558

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

57.5%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

53.0%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$58,896

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Fresno Pacific University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Fresno, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $35,558, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 53.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$142,232

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.9 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$28,896

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$146,728

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$435,688

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 Fresno Pacific University is $23,146.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
71.8%
28.2%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
61.5%
White
20.3%
Black
5.4%
Asian
5.0%
International
3.4%
Unknown
2.1%
Two or more
0.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.9%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.6%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

8

Burglary

2

Theft

5

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

1

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$35,558

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$13,059
$30k - $48k$11,874
$48k - $75k$11,116
$75k+$15,205

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$23,146
Pell Grant Recipients58.7%
Using Federal Loans47.3%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment53.4%

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

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$26,985
Pell Grant Recipients56.0%

* 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

80.5%

Success

53.0%

In-State Cost

$35,558

Age 25+ Students

40.9%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

1,123 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

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

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

Living In Fresno

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,149

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,157

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,443

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Fresno metropolitan area.