Overview
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| Location | Fresno, California |
| Online | fresno.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Religious Affiliation | Mennonite Brethren Church |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Fresno Pacific University is a private Mennonite Brethren institution located in southeast Fresno, California, approximately 200 miles north of Los Angeles in the San Joaquin Valley. The 50-acre main campus features Spanish mission-style architecture and modern academic facilities surrounded by tree-lined walkways. Founded in 1944 as Pacific Bible Institute, FPU has evolved into a comprehensive university offering undergraduate and graduate programs, with notable strengths in education, business, and theological studies. The university maintains selective admission standards and operates regional campuses throughout California's Central Valley. Most undergraduate students live in one of five residence halls on the main campus, and the university competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Sunbirds.
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Fresno Pacific University is rated within the top 46% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Fresno Pacific University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#494 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#347 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#37 in Best Colleges in California
#27 in Best Private Colleges in California
#135 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#15 in Best Value Colleges in California
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 970/1240 |
| ACT | 17/24 |
| GPA | 3.54 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,080 |
| Other Fees | $598 |
| Room and Board | $10,148 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,609 |
| Total One Year Cost | $49,395 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 29% |
| Education | 28% |
| Work and Family Studies | 17% |
| Social Sciences | 7% |
| Health Professions | 3% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=114813 IPEDS survey data for Fresno Pacific University.
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Last updated February 24, 2025