Pacific Lutheran University
Tacoma, WA · private nonprofit · 2,401 undergraduates
Pacific Lutheran University is a private nonprofit university in Tacoma, WA with relatively accessible admissions, admitting about 78% of applicants. Below are the numbers families weigh most — how selective it is, the scores admitted students bring, what it actually costs after aid, and how many students go on to graduate.
Acceptance rate
78%
SAT (middle 50%)
1040–1260
ACT (middle 50%)
22–28
Avg net price
$19,589/yr
sticker $62,459
Graduation rate
69%
within 6 years
Undergraduates
2,401
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What is Pacific Lutheran University's acceptance rate?
Pacific Lutheran University has an acceptance rate of about 78%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data.
What SAT score do you need for Pacific Lutheran University?
The middle 50% of admitted students at Pacific Lutheran University scored between 1040–1260 on the SAT (ACT 22–28).
How much does Pacific Lutheran University cost?
Families pay an average net price of about $19,589 per year at Pacific Lutheran University after financial aid, versus a published cost of $62,459.
What is the graduation rate at Pacific Lutheran University?
About 69% of students at Pacific Lutheran University graduate within six years.
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Figures from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard. Admission chance estimates are advisory, based on published data and your academics, and are not a guarantee of admission.