University of Puget Sound
Tacoma, Washington 98416
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Strong graduate outcomes — known for business
University of Puget Sound is a private institution in Tacoma with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1332, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.6K undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
68% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $69,594 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $38,920.
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Varsity Sports — Seatac Cup
History & Fun Facts
- •History The University of Puget Sound was founded by the Methodist Episcopal Church in 1888 in downtown Tacoma.
- •A charter was drawn up and filed in Olympia on March 17, 1888.
- •In September 1890, Puget Sound opened its doors, taking in 88 students.
- •It moved locations three times in 13 years and, at one time, the school was merged with Portland University (former campus is now the University of Portland).
- •It opened up a year later (1899) back in Tacoma on the 9th and G Street.
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1332
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Deadline Calendar
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
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
57.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$19,250
Programs (52)
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
80%
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 WA state average + city premium