Pacific Lutheran University

Tacoma, Washington
4-year Private university
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Overview

Pacific Lutheran University is a private institution established in 1890 with a suburban setting located in Tacoma. It is ranked 25 in Regional Universities West in the 2024 edition of Best Colleges. Its tuition and fees are $50,964. It practices a 4-1-4-based academic calendar.

#25 in Regional Universities West
Setting
Suburban
Location Tacoma, Washington
Type 4-year Private
Year Founded 1890
Selectivity Unselective
Size Small
2,301 Undergraduates
Website http://www.plu.edu/

Learning

12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Business/Marketing
Most Popular Major

Majors Available

  • Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences
  • Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services
  • Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs
  • Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • English Language And Literature/Letters
  • Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics
  • Health Professions And Related Programs
  • History
  • Mathematics And Statistics
  • Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
  • Natural Resources And Conservation
  • Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies
  • Philosophy And Religious Studies
  • Physical Sciences
  • Psychology
  • Public Administration And Social Service Professions
  • Social Sciences
  • Visual And Performing Arts

Cost

$65,904
Cost of Attendance
$24,797
Average Student Contribution
Instate Tution Fee $50,964
Outstate Tuition Fee $50,964
Room and Board Fees $12,446
$40,550 Median Salary After 2 years of Graduation

Applying

89% (Unselective) Acceptance Rate
Admission Difficulty: Minimally Difficult
$0 Application Fee
3.7 Average High School GPA

Application Requirements

SAT/ACT Required
SAT/ACT Writing (essay) Recommended
SAT Subject Test Not Required
Essay or Personal Statement Required
SAT Score Range
Middle 50% (25% - 75%) scores range
ACT Score Range
Middle 50% (25% - 75%) scores range

How to Apply?

Accepts CommonApp
Apply College's Own Application Portal

For International Students

79 Minimum TOEFL Score
TOEFL Requirement: Required
IELTS, PTE, DET Other English Language Tests Accepted
(in lieu of TOEFL)
TOEFL Waived if

First language is English.

Deadlines for Fall Intake Applications
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Regular Decision Deadline
Rolling Admission
Jul
08
Priority Application Deadline
Transfer Applications
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Transfer Applications Deadline
For Financial Aid
Dec
01
Financial Aid Priority Application Deadline
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Financial Aid Application Deadline

Scholarships and Financial Aid

$48,037 Average Financial Aid

Need-based Aid

$40,131 Average Need-based Aid
Cost of Attendance for out-of-state students: $65,904
73% Students with need received Financial Aid
40.8% Students had their need fully met
Deadline for need-based financial application Priority Deadline: December 1
Forms to be submitted FAFSA

Merit Scholarships

Available
President's Scholarships
Total Worth $34,000 per year
Eligibility All entering freshmen
Minimum Criteria cumulative GPA of 3.8 (weighted) or 1310 or higher on the SAT or scored 28 or higher on the ACT
Requirement for maintenance --
Separate application needed --
Application deadline N/A
Regents' Scholarships
Total Worth Full Tuition
Eligibility Students who have been selected for the President’s Scholarship
Minimum Criteria --
Requirement for maintenance --
Separate application needed No
Application deadline N/A
PLU Academic Scholarships
Total Worth $8,000-$32,000 per year
Eligibility All entering freshmen
Minimum Criteria --
Requirement for maintenance --
Separate application needed No
Application deadline N/A

Other Scholarships

Artistic Achievement Awards
Total Worth $1,000-$7,500 per year
Details Exceptional ability in the fields of art & design, dance, forensics (speech & debate), music, and theatre (acting & technical); must complete applications for scholarships by February 15
Rieke Leadership Award
Total Worth Up to $3,500 per year
Details Students of any ethnic background who demonstrate interest and leadership in promoting racial and ethnic diversity, and social justice
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Students

2,301 Total Undergraduate Enrollment
School Size: Small
83% Freshmen return to Sophomore Year
63% Students graduate within 6 years