Azusa Pacific University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Azusa, California with 2,759 undergraduates. It admits 88% of applicants, costs an average of $22,597 a year after grants and graduates 63% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Azusa Pacific University acceptance rate and admissions
Azusa Pacific University admitted 88% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 515 to 615, math 468 to 623). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Azusa Pacific University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $45,340 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $11,176 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $57,174 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $22,597 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $22,597 a year after grants and scholarships, $34,577 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Azusa Pacific University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Azusa Pacific University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 63% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $71,595 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $22,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 31% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Azusa Pacific University majors and what graduates earn
Azusa Pacific University awarded bachelor's degrees in 52 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($118,549).
All 52 majors at Azusa Pacific University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Azusa Pacific University
37 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 37 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, Other | Master's | 205 | $57,384 | $79,159 |
| Nursing | Master's | 198 | $130,441 | $84,736 |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 152 | $62,982 | $38,186 |
| Social work | Master's | 90 | $67,958 | $60,750 |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Professional doctorate | 74 | n/a | n/a |
| Education | Master's | 73 | $70,026 | $47,074 |
| Business administration | Master's | 72 | $75,697 | $43,500 |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 66 | $69,849 | $40,867 |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 48 | $70,335 | $48,657 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 43 | $86,903 | $60,272 |
| Human resources | Master's | 32 | $69,923 | $38,494 |
| Social Sciences, Other | Master's | 30 | $57,392 | $37,000 |
| Psychology | Master's | 26 | $45,282 | $38,975 |
| Divinity and ministry | Master's | 24 | $53,639 | $107,759 |
| Psychology, Other | Professional doctorate | 22 | n/a | n/a |
| Music | Master's | 20 | n/a | n/a |
| Teaching English as a second language | Master's | 18 | n/a | n/a |
| Education | Doctoral | 15 | $138,245 | $70,114 |
| Education leadership | Professional doctorate | 15 | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 15 | n/a | n/a |
| Religious Education | Master's | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | Master's | 12 | $47,273 | n/a |
| Nursing | Professional doctorate | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Public administration | Master's | 10 | $78,640 | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Biotechnology | Master's | 9 | $76,262 | n/a |
| Religious Education | Professional doctorate | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Research and experimental psychology | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Public health | Master's | 6 | $60,005 | n/a |
| Public relations and advertising | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| English | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Statistics | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Doctoral | 3 | $204,707 | n/a |
| Human Computer Interaction | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 0 | $67,875 | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,759 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 68% women, 32% men
- 9 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Azusa Pacific University?
Azusa Pacific University admitted 88% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Azusa Pacific University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $45,340. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $22,597 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Azusa Pacific University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 515 to 615 in reading and writing and 468 to 623 in math, and 25 to 30 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Azusa Pacific University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Azusa Pacific University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Azusa Pacific University?
63% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Azusa Pacific University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $71,595 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.