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Summary
Pacific Lutheran University is a private institution that was founded in 1890. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,267, its setting is suburban, and the campus size is 126 acres. It utilizes a 4-1-4-based academic calendar. Pacific Lutheran University's ranking in the 2012 edition of Best Colleges is Regional Universities (West), 13. Its tuition and fees are $30,950 (2011-12).
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PLU is an exceptional academic community in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. With acclaimed academics and nationally recognized study abroad and international study programs, PLU combines a rigorous academic program with a caring community ensuring challenge and support for every student. Students at PLU enjoy successful internship opportunities in world-class local businesses, a hands-on classroom experience with professors who are experts in their field of study, and a tradition of excellence and service to the world established by PLU alumni. The Tacoma/Seattle area also offers vast outdoor recreation, cultural events, art exhibits and museums, as well as music and theatre performances. |
General Information
| School type | private, coed college |
| Year founded | 1890 |
| Religious affiliation | Lutheran |
| Academic calendar | 4-1-4 |
| Setting | suburban |
| 2010 Endowment | $67,545,428 |
Applying
When applying to Pacific Lutheran University, it's important to note the application deadline is rolling. Scores for either the ACT or SAT test are due August 15. The application fee at Pacific Lutheran University is $40. It is selective, with an acceptance rate of 77.5 percent.
For more information about the tests, essays, interviews, and admissions process, visit the Applying to College knowledge center.
| Selectivity | selective |
| Fall 2010 acceptance rate | 78% |
| Application deadline | rolling |
| SAT/ACT scores must be received by | August 15 |
Academic Life
The student-faculty ratio at Pacific Lutheran University is 14:1, and the school has 48.6 percent of its classes with fewer than 20 students. The most popular majors at Pacific Lutheran University include: Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Social Sciences; Health Professions and Related Programs; Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs; and Education. The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 83.0 percent.
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| 4-year graduation rate | 53% - Medium | ||||||||||
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Student Life
Pacific Lutheran University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,267, with a gender distribution of 37.3 percent male students and 62.7 percent female students. 49.0 percent of the students live in college-owned, -operated, or -affiliated housing and 51.0 percent of students live off campus. Pacific Lutheran University is part of the NCAA III athletic conference.
| Total enrollment | 3,543 |
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| Collegiate athletic association | NCAA III |
Campus Info & Services
Pacific Lutheran University offers a number of student services including nonremedial tutoring, women's center, placement service, health service, and health insurance. Pacific Lutheran University also offers campus safety and security services like 24-hour foot and vehicle patrols, late night transport/escort service, 24-hour emergency telephones, lighted pathways/sidewalks, student patrols, and controlled dormitory access (key, security card, etc). Of the students at Pacific Lutheran University, 56 percent have cars on campus. Alcohol is not permitted for students of legal age at Pacific Lutheran University.
| Students who have cars on campus | 56% - Medium |
| Health insurance offered | Yes |
| Students required to own/lease a computer | No |
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Paying for School
At Pacific Lutheran University, 72.0 percent of full-time undergraduates receive some kind of need-based financial aid and the average need-based scholarship or grant award is $16,843.
Paying for college doesn't have to be difficult or devastating. Go to the Paying for College knowledge center to get advice on raising cash and reducing costs.
| Tuition and fees | $30,950 (2011-12) |
| Room and board | $9,250 (2011-12) - Medium |
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