Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA
Fresno, CA
Fresno, CA
Possible happens here.
At Fresno Pacific University, you’ll join others who are united by a passion for knowledge, fellowship, and faith. Here, you’ll gain the confidence and determination to succeed in your career and in your life. Our campus is located in the heart of California’s Central Valley, within a short drive of mountains, beaches, and national parks. Whether you’re living in our campus dorms or commuting, you’ll never be more than a couple steps away from the excitement. Attend a weekend retreat, join a club, grab a frappe at Charlotte’s Coffee Corner, or start a game of Frisbee on the campus green—you’ll always find someone ready to join you..
Spiritual life is woven into the fabric of our community—it’s part of our classes, residence halls, and extracurriculars. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to grow in your faith through various ministry and worship options. The University offers 100+ areas of study with 39 majors and 40 minors, and we provide numerous study abroad opportunities and internships. More than 80% of our professors are experts in their fields and hold a PhD, meaning you’ll learn from the best no matter what you study. Our small class sizes allow professors to get to know you and invest in your life—challenging, mentoring, and pushing you to be your best.
Put yourself to the test not only in the classroom but also on the field, court, track, or in the pool as an FPU Sunbird athlete. We compete in the NCAA Division II Pacific West Conference and have 16 teams, over 53 national titles, and 294 student-athletes.
We’ve awarded more than $29 million annually to our students, 98% of whom receive some form of financial aid. Our financial aid resources include scholarships, grants, and loans that go all the way up to full tuition. And with our Four-Year Graduation Guarantee, you’ll get a head start toward achieving your personal goals.
Set up an appointment with a representative at fpu.edu/visit or check out our virtual tour at fpu.edu/virtualtour and picture yourself as a Sunbird.
Ranked among the top colleges in the nation | Wall Street Journal, 2022 |
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Consistently ranked among the "Best National Universities" | U.S. News & World Report, 2022 |
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Ranked #70 among the "Best Catholic Colleges in America" | Niche.com, 2023 |
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Ranked among the nation's best for undergraduate Nursing, Engineering, and Computer Science | U.S. News & World Report, 2022 |
• Institutional control: Private
• Religious affiliation: Mennonite Brethren
• Mascot: Sunbird
• 1,100 traditional undergraduate students
• 50-acre campus
• 39 majors and 40 minors
• 16 NCAA Division II athletic teams
• 13:1 student-faculty ratio
• 5th-largest city in California
Top majors
• Psychology
• Kinesiology
• Liberal Studies (Education)
• Pre-health Sciences
• Criminology
Distinctive programs
• STEM learning communities
• University Scholars Program
• Intercultural Learning Center
• Career Development & Experiential Learning Center
“Fresno Pacific University has given me the opportunity to engage in classes that not only sparked an interest in me but actually deepened my involvement in academics.”
“Because I came from Fresno Pacific, I stood out in my district compared to other candidates. I was interviewed and hired months before the general public.”
“FPU has changed the way I think of college. At this University, I very much look forward to attending class each day knowing the inspiring environment I get to learn in.”
“The FPU community has made me feel like I belong. First, I was scared to leave home, but when they welcomed me, I felt like I wasn’t alone.”