Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
80.53%
SAT Average
1,152
ACT Range
21-27
Pacific Lutheran University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 80.53%. This means approximately 805 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 2,350 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
80.53%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $50,964 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $50,964 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $62,921 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $21,370 | State avg: $17,377. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 32.77% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 43.98% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Pacific Lutheran University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$50,964
Room and board
$12,446
Books and supplies
$762
Other expenses
$2,665
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$62,921
Average net price
$21,370
Average aid coverage
66%
$41,551 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Pacific Lutheran University pays approximately $21,370 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Washington average of $17,377 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Pacific Lutheran University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Washington and national averages.
Pacific Lutheran University net price
$21,370
Washington average
$17,377
National average
$17,506
Pacific Lutheran University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $50,964 and average net price at $21,370. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$50,964
Current net price
$21,370
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
70.99%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$66,990
Undergraduates
2,350
10-Year Median Earnings - Pacific Lutheran University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Pacific Lutheran University graduates earn about 1.5x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Pacific Lutheran University?
Undergraduates
2,350
Completion rate
70.99%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
32.77%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
43.98%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 32.77% of Pacific Lutheran University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 43.98% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Pacific Lutheran University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Pacific Lutheran University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Pacific Lutheran University lists Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Pacific Lutheran University is listed at 12180 Park Ave South, Tacoma, WA 98447-0003. Accreditor: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Compare Schools
Compare Pacific Lutheran University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Lutheran University | 80.53% | $50,964 | $21,370 | $66,990 |
| Golden Gate University-Seattle | Not available | Not available | Not available | $87,434 |
| DigiPen Institute of Technology | 68.02% | $37,400 | $42,033 | $79,878 |
| Gonzaga University | 75.96% | $53,500 | $36,371 | $78,892 |
| University of Washington-Bothell Campus | 91.77% | $41,913 | $10,898 | $78,466 |
Similar Schools in Tacoma
This local cluster focuses on nearby Tacoma schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Tacoma.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pacific Lutheran University's acceptance rate?
Pacific Lutheran University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 80.53%.
How much is Pacific Lutheran University tuition?
Pacific Lutheran University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $50,964.
What is Pacific Lutheran University's average net price?
Pacific Lutheran University's average net price in the local dataset is $21,370.
What does Pacific Lutheran University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $13,847 for Pacific Lutheran University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Pacific Lutheran University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $66,990 for Pacific Lutheran University.
Is Pacific Lutheran University accredited?
Pacific Lutheran University's accreditor in the local dataset is Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
How many students attend Pacific Lutheran University?
The local dataset lists 2,350 undergraduate students at Pacific Lutheran University.
What percentage of Pacific Lutheran University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Pacific Lutheran University in the local dataset is 32.77%.
What is the federal loan rate at Pacific Lutheran University?
The federal loan rate for Pacific Lutheran University in the local dataset is 43.98%.
Where should I verify Pacific Lutheran University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Pacific Lutheran University or the latest official federal education data.