Pacific University
Pacific
Forest Grove, Oregon 97116
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences
Pacific University is a private institution in Forest Grove with particular strength in health sciences and biology. With an average SAT of 1123, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.6K undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
65% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $60,583 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $35,350.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History Marsh Hall Tabitha Moffatt Brown immigrated to the Oregon Country over the new Applegate Trail in 1846.
- •Clark started a school and orphanage in Forest Grove in 1847 to care for the orphans of Applegate Trail party.
- •In March 1848, Tualatin Academy was established from the orphanage, with Clark donating 200 acres (80.
- •Tualatin Academy was officially chartered by the territorial legislature on September 29, 1849.
- •Clark was the first president of the board of trustees and later donated an additional 150 acres (60.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1123
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
19.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.8%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$17,036
Programs (86)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
76%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
11
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from OR state average + suburban adjustment