Pacific University
Private college · Forest Grove, OR · 1,516 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
90%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
900–1240
ACT (middle 50%)
18–29
Average net price
$35,520
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$74,844
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
71%
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 University?
Pacific University accepts about 90 of every 100 applicants (90%), 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 900 and 1240 on the SAT. A score at or above 1240 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 900, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 18–29.
The latest federal data says Pacific 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 University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Pacific University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $74,844 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $35,520 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 $58,348 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$58,348
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$58,348
- Room & board$16,272
- Total cost of attendance$74,844
- Average net price after grants$35,520
Popular majors
Parks, Recreation & Fitness, Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Education, Psychology.
Pacific University FAQ
- What is Pacific University's acceptance rate?
- 90% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Pacific University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 900–1240. Aim for 1240 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Pacific University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 18–29.
- Is Pacific University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Pacific 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 University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Pacific University cost?
- About $74,844 a year before aid; $35,520 on average after grants.
- What is Pacific University's FAFSA school code?
- 003212. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Pacific University receives your information.
- What is Pacific University's graduation rate?
- 71% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Pacific University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of PortlandPortland, OR | 89% | 1160–1370 | $28,803 | 81% |
| Southern Oregon UniversityAshland, OR | 89% | — | $20,998 | 43% |
| University of OregonEugene, OR | 88% | 1130–1360 | $22,547 | 71% |
| Portland State UniversityPortland, OR | 91% | — | $8,337 | 53% |
| George Fox UniversityNewberg, OR | 94% | 1070–1340 | $31,648 | 69% |
| Corban UniversitySalem, OR | 94% | — | $32,913 | 61% |