gradeB
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?Data Sources
Academics
gradeB minus
Value
gradeB+
Diversity
gradeB
Campus
gradeB minus
Athletics
gradeB
Party Scene
gradeC
Professors
gradeB minus
Location
gradeC
Dorms
gradeB minus
Campus Food
gradeB minus
Student Life
gradeB
Safety
gradeB+
About
About Fresno Pacific...
- Christian
- Common App Accepted
- Hispanic-Serving Institution
- No Application Fee
- Private
- SAT/ACT Optional
- Some Online Degrees
Athletic Division
NCAA Division II (without football)
Athletic Conference
Pacific West Conference
- California
- Fresno
From Fresno Pacific University
At Fresno Pacific University, you’ll join others who are united by a passion for knowledge, fellowship, and faith.
Our campus is in the heart of California’s Central Valley, within a short drive of mountains and beaches. Whether you’re living in our campus dorms or commuting, you’ll never be more than a couple of steps away from the excitement!
With more than 85 areas of study, and numerous study abroad opportunities and internships, you’ll learn from the very best no matter what you choose to study.
Put yourself to the test outside the classroom. Our athletes compete in the NCAA Division II Pacific West Conference and have 17 teams and over 53 national titles. Plus, with our all-new Culture and Arts Center, you’ll be able to pursue your creative passion with our various visual and performing arts programs.
FPU was named as a "Best Bang for the Buck" school by Washington Monthly and was ranked #4 in the country by Wall Street Journal for "Social Mobility".
Fresno Pacific University Rankings
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Admissions
Application Deadline
Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
75%
SAT Range
970-1240
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes
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Will You Get Into FPU?
Test Scores and High School GPA for Fresno Pacific University
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Cost
Net Price
$15,255/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$26,985/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
100%
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Academics
Professors
gradeB minus
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
3:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
90%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.31 responses
81%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.37 responses
57%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.37 responses
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
108 Graduates
Science Teacher Education
99 Graduates
98 Graduates
Elementary Education
86 Graduates
Social Work and Youth Services
81 Graduates
34 Graduates
Criminology
17 Graduates
Healthcare Management
10 Graduates
Accounting
9 Graduates
Communications
9 Graduates
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First-Generation Students
Whether your parents didn’t finish college or if you’re the first in your family to attend, you won’t be alone at FPU -- 59 percent of our students identify as first generation. With help from our Academic Success and Intercultural Learning Centers, you don’t have to navigate college on your own.
Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
Total number of complete undergraduate programs offered online or through distance learning.
2
Offers Online Courses
College offers distance education courses.
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
Total number of certificate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
Online Associates Programs
Total number of associate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
Online Bachelor's Programs
Total number of bachelor's degree programs offered online or through distance education.
2
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How Students Learn
Based on class setting of student enrollment.
Mix of Online and on Campus
35%
On Campus
45%
Online
20%
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
958Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
656
Undergrads Over 25
44%
Pell Grant
53%
Varsity Athletes
33%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on
25 responses
Commited
48%
Working
28%
White
12%
Diversity is too high to names a typical student.
8%
Outgoing
4%
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Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
55%
Poll
74%
of students say they don't have Greek life.38 responses
Poll
43%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.47 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on
23 responses
Close community
52%
Friendly
26%
Fast-paced
13%
Underrated
4%
Union
4%
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After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$43,900/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
50%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
90%
National
83%
91%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.22 responses
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Fresno Pacific University Reviews
Rating 3.94 out of 5 575 reviews
Rating 4 out of 5
Overall I enjoyed going to school at Fresno Pacific. I worked full time during the day and went to class in the evenings. The campus was in a nice area of town. The professors were knowledgeable and my classmates were friendly. Only thing I wish I had more help with was with financial aid. Things were not fully explained and as a first time college student, i feel i was taken advantage of and signed loans for amounts that I didn't need.
- Alum
- 10 days ago
Rating 4 out of 5
Overall my experience with Fresno Pacific has been positive. The professors care about you academically, your spiritual journey, and your personal life. If you ask for help in any of these areas the staff and professors are willing to help. I think there should be more events organized for students and staff.
- Junior
- 2 months ago
Rating 5 out of 5
I enjoyed being a student at Fresno Pacific University because it helped me grow both personally and academically. The environment, courses, and supporting advisors and counselors are very helpful when it comes to student planning, support, financial services and more.
- Senior
- 4 months ago
