Overview
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| Location | Azusa, California |
| Online | apu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Undenominational |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Situated in Azusa, California, approximately 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles, Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian institution established in 1899. The 52-acre suburban campus sits at the foot of the San Gabriel Mountains and operates additional learning centers throughout Southern California. As the state's largest private Christian university, APU offers undergraduate programs across four colleges, with notable strengths in nursing, business, and education, plus graduate programs including doctoral degrees. The university maintains traditional residence halls and apartments for undergraduate students, with first-year students required to live on campus. Competing in NCAA Division II athletics as the Cougars, APU has earned recognition in track and field, while maintaining its historical commitment to integrating faith and scholarship across its academic programs.
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Azusa Pacific University is rated within the top 32% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Azusa Pacific University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#230 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#175 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#23 in Best Colleges in California
#16 in Best Private Colleges in California
#163 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#16 in Best Value Colleges in California
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 994/1314 |
| ACT | 18/26 |
| GPA | 3.74 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jun 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $45 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $938 |
| Other Fees | $700 |
| Room and Board | $9,724 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,530 |
| Total One Year Cost | $57,792 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 21% |
| Health Professions | 21% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 14% |
| Communication | 9% |
| Psychology | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=109785 IPEDS survey data for Azusa Pacific University.
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Last updated February 24, 2025