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Fresno Pacific University

Fresno, CA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · City

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About Fresno Pacific University

Fresno Pacific University (FPU) is a private Christian university in Fresno, California, United States. It was founded as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944 by the Pacific District Conference of U.S. Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches. The university awarded its first Bachelor of Arts degree in 1965. The first master's degree program was introduced in 1975.

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64%

Acceptance

$13,630

Net price

1,544

Enrollment

50%

Grad rate

Report Card

C+

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

A-

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

B

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

A-

Affordability

Average net price after aid

C+

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

B

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

64%

Acceptance rate

SAT average

21

ACT midpoint

Cost & Financial Aid

$13,630

Average net price

$36,660

In-state tuition

$36,660

Out-of-state tuition

$10,210

Room & board

$1,062

Books & supplies

$44,249

Total cost of attendance

58%

Students receiving Pell grants

66%

Students with federal loans

$23,146

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$11,133
$30–48K
$11,929
$48–75K
$10,799
$75–110K
$15,744
$110K+
$20,353

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$58,896

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$51,422

Median earnings (6 yrs)

50%

Graduation rate

72%

Retention rate

81%

Earn more than a HS grad

$7,528

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

1,544

Total enrollment

39%

Part-time

28

Avg. age at entry

47%

First-generation

Gender balance

73% women
27% men

Race & ethnicity

Hispanic
62%
White
20%
Asian
5%
Black
4%
Two or more races
1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
1%

Fresno Pacific University FAQ

Is Fresno Pacific University a public or private school?

Fresno Pacific University is a private nonprofit institution located in Fresno, CA.

What is the acceptance rate at Fresno Pacific University?

Fresno Pacific University has an acceptance rate of 64%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does Fresno Pacific University cost?

The average annual net price at Fresno Pacific University is $13,630 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $36,660.

What is the graduation rate at Fresno Pacific University?

About 50% of students at Fresno Pacific University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Fresno Pacific University graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Fresno Pacific University students earn a median of $58,896 per year.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Fresno Pacific University?

Admitted students at Fresno Pacific University have an ACT midpoint of 21. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.

How many students attend Fresno Pacific University?

Fresno Pacific University enrolls about 1,544 students.

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