Pacific Union College is a private nonprofit 2-year college in Angwin, California with 805 undergraduates. It admits 47% of applicants, costs an average of $25,891 a year after grants and graduates 52% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Pacific Union College acceptance rate and admissions
Pacific Union College admitted 47% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 2.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Pacific Union College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $38,310 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $9,990 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $52,354 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $25,891 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $25,891 a year after grants and scholarships, $26,463 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 Pacific Union College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Pacific Union College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 52% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years (students who started in 2022).
- Former students earned a median of $72,023 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $27,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 37% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Pacific Union College majors and what graduates earn
Pacific Union College awarded bachelor's degrees in 25 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($140,542).
All 25 majors at Pacific Union College
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 55 | $126,952 | $140,542 | $29,584 |
| Public relations and advertising | 3 | n/a | $77,121 | n/a |
| Business | 15 | n/a | $73,035 | n/a |
| Social work | 6 | n/a | $61,514 | n/a |
| Biology | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Film and photography | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biochemistry and molecular biology | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Romance languages | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biotechnology | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Data science | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Bible/Biblical Studies | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Graphic and industrial design | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
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 Pacific Union College
4 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 4 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Education, Other | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Business | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at Pacific Union College
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 805 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 63% women, 37% men
- 12 students for every faculty member
- Setting: rural, near a city
- Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Pacific Union College?
Pacific Union College admitted 47% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Pacific Union College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $38,310. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $25,891 a year in 2024-25.
Is Pacific Union College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Pacific Union College reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Pacific Union College?
52% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years.
How much do Pacific Union College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $72,023 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.