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Azusa Pacific University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale Suburb: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Medium
Dormitory capacity 2,467
Religious affiliation Undenominational
Student to faculty ratio 10 to 1
Acceptance rate 94%
Students retention rate 79%
On-time graduation rate 72%

Located in Azusa, California, Azusa Pacific is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 94% indicates that Azusa Pacific is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Azusa Pacific University is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 10-to-1, Azusa Pacific emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Azusa Pacific boasts an impressive student retention rate of 79% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 85% and 74%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

94.1%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$41,510

Cost of attendance at Azusa Pacific University in 2022 for students from California.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $6,749
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$41,510

Cost of attendance at Azusa Pacific University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $20,840
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 99 of freshman students at Azusa Pacific University received on average $27,436 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$27,436
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 203 33% $5,058 $1,026,773
Other Federal Grant 207 33% $6,658 $1,378,156
State Grant/Scholarships 210 34% $7,930 $1,665,303
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 614 98% $22,524 $13,829,976
Total Grant & Scholarships 615 99% $27,436 $16,873,435

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Azusa Pacific University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Azusa Pacific University students is 71.5%. Female students graduated at a rate of 74.9%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 64.5%.

71.5%

  • asian 74.3% 75 students
  • African American 59.6% 34 students
  • white 75.2% 395 students
  • unknown 61.1% 11 students
  • hawaiian 52.6% 10 students
  • hispanic 68.8% 232 students
  • International Students 71.4% 20 students
  • Mixed Race 70.9% 73 students

Sport Conferences

  • Baseball Pacific West Conference
  • Basketball Pacific West Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Pacific West Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Azusa Pacific University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Azusa Pacific University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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