Pacific Union College
About Pacific Union College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Pacific Union College is a private university in Angwin, CA. It has a 48.5% acceptance rate and a 46.6% graduation rate, serving approximately 772 students.
Founded
1882
Location
Angwin, California
Students
842
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
47.3%
Selective
Graduation Rate
58.3%
Below national average
Tuition
$37,173
Per year
Avg Net Price
$41,008
After financial aid
SAT Average
1080
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$70,484
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Very Selective
47.3 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Pacific Union College accepts 47.3% of applicants, with admitted students averaging around 1080 on the SAT. If you're near or above that range, you have a strong chance.
SAT Scores
1080/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
58.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
88.6%
4-Year Grad
25%
6-Year Grad
40%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$19.4K
Class Size
Medium
The 25% graduation rate is below average, but 88.6% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$37,173
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,816
Books & Supplies
$1,062
Total Cost of Attendance
$49,404
After Financial Aid
$41,008
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$41,008
Receive Grants
34%
Take Loans
58.2%
The total cost of attendance runs about $49,404/yr, including $9,816 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $41,008.
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 Pacific Union College fund their education.
While in School
34%
Get Grants
Free money
58.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$55,384
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$292/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,500 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $70K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Pacific Union College.
Gender
62.6%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
805
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
37
Graduates
25.7%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
28.4%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 25.7% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
805
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Quarter calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Pacific Union College fields 4 varsity teams with 136 student athletes, about 17% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division II
Conference
California Pacific
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
136
17% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
54% / 46%
74
Men
62
Women
4
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Pacific Union Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$70,484
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$119K
41 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
—
17 grads
Business/Commerce, General
$45K
12 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
7 grads
Social Work
$62K
6 grads
4yr Earnings
Communication and Media Studies
—
5 grads
Earnings grow steadily here: $53K at six years, $52K at eight, and $70K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.