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Pacific Lutheran University

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Overview

Pacific Lutheran University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Tacoma, Washington, United States. Founded in 1890, Pacific Lutheran University (PLU) is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. PLU provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees across several fields of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 136-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 80-89%. It is considered a least selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. PLU also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Pacific Lutheran University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Pacific Lutheran University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Pacific Lutheran University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Pacific Lutheran University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym PLU
Founded 1890
Motto Educating for Lives of Thoughtful Inquiry, Service, Leadership and Care
Colours Black and gold
Mascot Knight

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Location

Address 12180 Park Avenue South
Tacoma
98447-0003 Washington
United States
Pacific Lutheran University's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Pacific Lutheran University Phone Number (253) 535 7411
Pacific Lutheran University Fax Number (253) 536 5136
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Pacific Lutheran University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1936


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Pacific Lutheran University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
  • American Chemical Society
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Pacific Lutheran University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Pacific Lutheran University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Pacific Lutheran University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Pacific Lutheran University's academic range and degree level offering.



Pacific Lutheran University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

Pacific Lutheran University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Pacific Lutheran University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Pacific Lutheran University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Pacific Lutheran University.



Pacific Lutheran University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 45,000-49,999 US$ (41,010-45,570 Euro) 25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro)
International
students		 45,000-49,999 US$ (41,010-45,570 Euro) 25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Pacific Lutheran University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Pacific Lutheran University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Pacific Lutheran University Admission Info


Pacific Lutheran University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Pacific Lutheran University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Pacific Lutheran University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Pacific Lutheran University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Pacific Lutheran University's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is considered but not required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is neither required nor recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Pacific Lutheran University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Pacific Lutheran University's Admission Office Admission Office

12180 Park Street South
Tacoma 98447-0003
(253) 535 7151
800 274 6758

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Pacific Lutheran University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Pacific Lutheran University Size and Profile


Pacific Lutheran University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Pacific Lutheran University has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Pacific Lutheran University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Pacific Lutheran University's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.


Pacific Lutheran University's Control Type Control Type

Pacific Lutheran University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Pacific Lutheran University's Entity Type Entity Type

Pacific Lutheran University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Pacific Lutheran University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Pacific Lutheran University's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Pacific Lutheran University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Pacific Lutheran University adopts a 4-1-4 academic calendar, a scheduling system used where the academic year is divided into three distinct terms: a four-month Fall Term, a one-month Winter Term and a four-month Spring Term


Pacific Lutheran University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Pacific Lutheran University is Christian-Lutheran Religious Affiliation

Christian-Lutheran. Evangelical Lutheran Church In America - www.elca.org



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Facilities and Services

Pacific Lutheran University Facilities


Pacific Lutheran University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Pacific Lutheran University's Library
Pacific Lutheran University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 235,163 physical volumes, 8,082 physical media, 79,194 digital/electronic media and 128 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 16 full-time employees, including 6 librarians. Pacific Lutheran University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Pacific Lutheran University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Pacific Lutheran University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,369 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Pacific Lutheran University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Pacific Lutheran University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Pacific Lutheran University Services


Pacific Lutheran University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Pacific Lutheran University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Pacific Lutheran University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Pacific Lutheran University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Pacific Lutheran University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Pacific Lutheran University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Pacific Lutheran University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Pacific Lutheran University
  • College of Arts and Sciences
  • School of Arts and Communication
  • School of Business
  • School of Education and Movement Studies
  • School of Nursing

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Memberships and Affiliations

Pacific Lutheran University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Pacific Lutheran University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


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Social Media

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pacific Lutheran University public or private?

Pacific Lutheran University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Pacific Lutheran University profit or non-profit?

Pacific Lutheran University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Pacific Lutheran University in terms of enrollment?

Pacific Lutheran University has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Pacific Lutheran University in terms of academic staff?

Pacific Lutheran University's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.

Is Pacific Lutheran University a coeducational institution?

Pacific Lutheran University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Pacific Lutheran University use?

Pacific Lutheran University adopts a 4-1-4 academic calendar, a scheduling system used where the academic year is divided into three distinct terms: a four-month Fall Term, a one-month Winter Term and a four-month Spring Term

What religion is Pacific Lutheran University affiliated with?

Christian-Lutheran. Evangelical Lutheran Church In America - www.elca.org

Does Pacific Lutheran University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Pacific Lutheran University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Pacific Lutheran University's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Pacific Lutheran University PLU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 45,000-49,999 US$ (41,010-45,570 Euro). International students: 45,000-49,999 US$ (41,010-45,570 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Pacific Lutheran University PLU located?

Pacific Lutheran University is located in Tacoma, Washington, United States. Address: 12180 Park Avenue South.

Is Pacific Lutheran University PLU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Pacific Lutheran University is accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (since 1936).

Does Pacific Lutheran University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Pacific Lutheran University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Pacific Lutheran University have a university library?

Yes Pacific Lutheran University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 235,163 physical volumes, 8,082 physical media, 79,194 digital/electronic media and 128 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 16 full-time employees, including 6 librarians. Pacific Lutheran University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Pacific Lutheran University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Pacific Lutheran University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,369 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Pacific Lutheran University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Pacific Lutheran University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Pacific Lutheran University offer career services?

Yes

Does Pacific Lutheran University offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Pacific Lutheran University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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