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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
San Dimas, CA

Life Pacific University

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

Annual Tuition

$20,462

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

94.0%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

52.7%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$43,299

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Life Pacific University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in San Dimas, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $20,462, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 52.7% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$81,848

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

6.2 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$13,299

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$51,142

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$184,132

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 Life Pacific University is $22,395.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
55.7%
44.3%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
42.5%
White
35.9%
Black
7.1%
Two or more
5.1%
Asian
4.3%
Unknown
3.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.0%
International
0.5%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.3%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

2

Burglary

0

Theft

1

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

1

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$20,462

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$18,754
$30k - $48k$22,991
$48k - $75k$21,317
$75k+$28,573

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$22,395
Pell Grant Recipients48.6%
Using Federal Loans61.7%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment51.7%

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

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$9,737
Pell Grant Recipients47.0%

* 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

56.1%

Success

52.7%

In-State Cost

$20,462

Age 25+ Students

27.3%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Diverse

Working at 6yr

235 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

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

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