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Pacific Lutheran University

Tacoma, Washington · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$52,212

Acceptance Rate

81%

Graduation Rate

71%

Annual Tuition

$50,964

At a Glance

Total Students

2,350

Retention Rate

79%

Faculty Ratio

12

Financial Aid

44%

Median Debt

$22,578

Campus Setting

Suburban

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

Pacific Lutheran University is a private, non-profit institution with 2,350 students. The university has an acceptance rate of 80.5% and a graduation rate of 71.4%. The retention rate is 79.4%. The in-state tuition is $50,964.

One year after graduation, alumni earn $45,409, increasing to $52,212 after five years, and $66,990 after ten years. The median debt for students is $22,578, and 44% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$45k

1 YEAR

$52k

5 YEARS

$67k

10 YEARS

Top 27% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Pacific Lutheran University alumni earn a median salary of $45,409. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $52,212. Ten years after graduation, alumni earn a median salary of $66,990. The median debt for graduates is $22,578.

Pacific Lutheran University has an 80.5% acceptance rate and a 71.4% graduation rate. The retention rate is 79.4%. The in-state tuition is $50,964, and 44% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Tacoma, Washington

Tacoma, WA 98447-0003

Pacific Lutheran University is located in Tacoma, Washington. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pacific Lutheran University has an acceptance rate of 80.5%.