Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001253
- Phone: (559) 442-4600
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
66.08%FINANCIAL AID RATE
98%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
24FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$11,126Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Fresno Pacific University
1101 E. University Ave, Fresno, CA
Fresno Pacific University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Fresno, CA, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Mennonite Brethren Church affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Fresno Pacific University has an annual student enrollment of nearly 3,400.
Areas of study offered at Fresno Pacific University include:
- Education
- Family And Consumer Sciences
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
To be considered for admissions, you may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by the admissions committee. Students may take either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at this school. A score in a range of 1330 to 1640 on the SAT, or 18 to 26 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. 45% of those students that apply are admitted to Fresno Pacific University, of which 86% choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at fresno.edu.
The cost of tuition is close to $27,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. Some students at Fresno Pacific University may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as grants or student loans.
The Fresno Pacific University "Sunbirds" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NAIA. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NAIA Division I)
- Basketball (NAIA Division I)
- Soccer (NAIA Division I)
Students should visit the Fresno Pacific University website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, admissions information, and more.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the candidates Fresno Pacific University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Fresno Pacific University is about 4,300, with undergraduate students making up about 68% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition is estimated to be around $36,000 per year for in-state and nonresident students
- Part time students pay in the range of $1,100 to $1,300 per unit
- The average estimated cost for on campus dorms & meals is listed to be around $11,000, the cost includes eighteen meals each week
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 98% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 97% | $21,151 |
Receiving Student Loans | 63% | $8,536 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Fresno Pacific University may provide services including:- Distance learning
- Weekend and night classes available
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assistance to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2015)
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2015)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Fresno Pacific University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Pacific West Conference)
- Basketball (Pacific West Conference)
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Fresno Pacific University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Exercise Physiology (B)
- Environmental Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
English Language and Literature
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Family and Consumer Sciences
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
- General Studies (M)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Christian Studies (B)
- Philosophy (B)
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- School Psychology (M)
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Criminology (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
Theology and Religious Vocations
Visual and Performing Arts
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001253
- Phone: (559) 442-4600
- School Homepage