Pace University
About Pace University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Pace University is a private university in New York City with campuses in Lower Manhattan and Westchester County. It is known for its strong business, nursing, and criminal justice programs and its location near Wall Street.
Founded
1906
Location
New York, New York
Students
13,261
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
75.9%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
60%
Near national average
Tuition
$53,290
Per year
Avg Net Price
$30,892
After financial aid
SAT Average
1266
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$70,378
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$50
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Feb 15
Pace University accepts the majority of applicants at 75.9%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1266/ 1600
ACT Scores
26/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
60% complete their degree within six years
Retention
75.5%
4-Year Grad
46%
6-Year Grad
59%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$11.7K
Class Size
Medium
While 46% finish in 4 years, 75.5% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$53,290
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$22,553
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$69,550
After Financial Aid
$30,892
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$26,473
Receive Grants
27.3%
Take Loans
44.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $69,550/yr, including $22,553 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $30,892.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Pace University fund their education.
While in School
27.3%
Get Grants
Free money
44.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$55,332
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$23,250
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$246/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $23,250 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Pace University.
Gender
65.4%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
7,665
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
5,596
Graduates
29.4%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
5.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 29.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 5.9% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
7,665
Students
private
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Pace University fields 10 varsity teams with 409 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Northeast 10
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
409
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
237
Men
172
Women
6
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Pace Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$70,378
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$107K
218 grads
1yr Earnings
Communication and Media Studies
$36K
92 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$33K
92 grads
1yr Earnings
Finance and Financial Management Services
$61K
89 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$69K
78 grads
1yr Earnings
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
$21K
77 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $53K at six years, $58K at eight, and $70K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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