76%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 2,896 |
|---|---|
| Declined | + 874 |
| Total Received | 3,770 |
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| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Seattle Pacific University | Seattle, WA |
| Gonzaga University | Spokane, WA |
| Seattle University | Seattle, WA |
| Washington State University | Pullman, WA |
| Pacific University Oregon | Forest Grove, OR |
| University of Washington, Seattle | Seattle, WA |
| University of Portland | Portland, OR |
| Eastern Washington University | Cheney, WA |
| Concordia University | Portland, OR |
| Linfield College | McMinnville, OR |
| SAT | 4597 |
|---|---|
| ACT | 4470 |
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Pacific Lutheran University, founded in 1890, is a church-affiliated, private, comprehensive university. Its 156-acre campus is located in Tacoma, Washington.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
|---|---|
| Campus Enrollment | 3,076 |
| Established in | 1890 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Founded Coeducational College |
| Religious affiliation | Lutheran |
| Accredited by |
• AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) • AAMFT (American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy) • CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) • CSAB (Computing Sciences Accreditation Board) • CSWE (Council on Social Work Education) • NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) • NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education) • NWCCU (Northwest Comm. on Colleges and Universities) |
156-acre, suburban campus in Tacoma (population: 211,277), 30 miles from Seattle. Served by bus and train; major airport serves Seattle/Tacoma. Public transportation serves campus.
Pacific Lutheran University
12180 Park Avenue South
Tacoma, WA 98447
| Application fee | $40
(waived if filed online) |
|---|---|
| Common application accepted | yes |
| Application deadline |
February 1 (priority deadline) |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Recommended |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT or ACT Required |
76%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 2,896 |
|---|---|
| Declined | + 874 |
| Total Received | 3,770 |
Essay
Secondary school record
Character/ personal qualities
Extracurricular activities
Particular talent/ability
Recommendations
Standardized test scores
Volunteer Work
Alumni/ae relationship
Class rank
Geographical residence
Interview
Minority affiliation
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
Work Experience
David E. Gunovich
Dean of Enrollment Services
P: 800 274-6758
F: 253 536-5136
admission@plu.edu
| Tuition | $40,352 |
| Room & board | $10,520 |
| Additional fees | $370 |
| Books & supplies | $840 |
| Total | $52,082 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $35,634 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $16,448 |
84%
$35,634
Need-based
| Federal | $4,218,545 |
| State | $4,540,725 |
| Institutional | $36,657,175 |
| Other external | $874,495 |
| Total | $46,290,940 |
|---|
Non-need-based
| Federal | $19,425 |
| State | $41,889 |
| Institutional | $12,655,314 |
| Other external | $1,552,795 |
| Total | $14,269,423 |
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3%
71%
Transfer applicants accepted
30%
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 2.50 |
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| High school transcript | Required of Some |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of Some |
| Interview | Recommended of Some |
| Standardized test scores | Required of Some |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of All |
Maximum transfered
96
Minimum transfers must complete
32
Not Reported
Not Reported
| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 14 |
|---|---|
| Countries most often represented |
China Japan Norway Saudi Arabia South Korea Vietnam |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
ESL program/classes English lab Host family program International student center Other Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
Hiro Kuroiwa-Lewis
Associate Director of International Recruitment
253 535-8177
kuroiwalewis@plu.edu
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