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Pacific University
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Annual Tuition
$54,466
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
91.8%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
65.5%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$60,583
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Pacific University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Forest Grove, OR. With a competitive tuition profile of $54,466, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 65.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
91.8%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$217,864
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
7.1 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$30,583
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$87,966
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$393,796
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 Pacific University is $23,223.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$54,466
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* 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
76.3%
Success
65.5%
In-State Cost
$54,466
Age 25+ Students
8.4%
Carnegie Class
Doctoral/Professional
Working at 6yr
613 students
Local City Insights
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