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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Pasadena, CA

Providence Christian College

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

Annual Tuition

$35,147

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

92.5%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

42.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$46,264

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Providence Christian College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Pasadena, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $35,147, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 42.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$140,588

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

8.6 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$16,264

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$22,052

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$184,692

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 42%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

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 Providence Christian College is $25,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
45.8%
54.2%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
47.9%
Hispanic
34.7%
Two or more
6.3%
Black
3.5%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
2.8%
Asian
2.1%
Unknown
2.1%
International
0.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$35,147

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$22,949
$30k - $48k$22,549
$48k - $75k$23,948
$75k+$24,574

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$25,000
Pell Grant Recipients33.8%
Using Federal Loans62.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment54.5%

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

81.6%

Success

42.3%

In-State Cost

$35,147

Age 25+ Students

1.4%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences

Working at 6yr

61 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

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

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