Pacific Lutheran University
Faith-based college · Tacoma, WA · 2,401 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
78%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1040–1260
ACT (middle 50%)
22–28
Average net price
$20,652
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$64,176
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
64%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Pacific Lutheran University?
Pacific Lutheran University accepts about 78 of every 100 applicants (78%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1040 and 1260 on the SAT. A score at or above 1260 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1040, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 22–28.
The latest federal data says Pacific Lutheran University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Pacific Lutheran University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Pacific Lutheran University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $64,176 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $20,652 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $53,096 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$53,096
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$53,096
- Room & board$13,710
- Total cost of attendance$64,176
- Average net price after grants$20,652
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Visual & Performing Arts, Biology, Parks, Recreation & Fitness.
Pacific Lutheran University FAQ
- What is Pacific Lutheran University's acceptance rate?
- 78% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Pacific Lutheran University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1040–1260. Aim for 1260 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Pacific Lutheran University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 22–28.
- Is Pacific Lutheran University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Pacific Lutheran University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Pacific Lutheran University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Pacific Lutheran University cost?
- About $64,176 a year before aid; $20,652 on average after grants.
- What is Pacific Lutheran University's FAFSA school code?
- 003785. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Pacific Lutheran University receives your information.
- What is Pacific Lutheran University's graduation rate?
- 64% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Pacific Lutheran University
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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