Pacific Lutheran University
Tacoma , Washington , United States
- Founded: 1890
- Establishment: University
- Type: Private
- Total Students: 3100
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Pacific Lutheran University
Pacific Lutheran University was chartered by the State of Washington on December 11, 1890. In naming the university, the Norwegian pioneers who founded it recognized the role that a Lutheran educational institution on the Western frontier could play in the region. They wanted the institution to help immigrants adjust to their new land and find jobs, but they also wanted it to produce graduates who would serve church and community. Education—and educating for service—was a venerated part of the Scandinavian traditions from which these pioneers came.
Classes first began in 1894 with the student body consisting of 30 students. Tuition at the time cost $1 per week. Bjug Harstad was the school's first president. The entire university was housed in one building from 1894 to 1912. This building was formerly known as Old Main but has since been renamed Harstad Hall in honor of the school's founding president.
Important Facts
PLU is the small, private university where caring means more than kindness and consideration — it means a bold commitment to expanding well-being, opportunity, and justice.
This commitment derives from our Lutheran heritage, and it defines our faculty and staff who work to create an environment where learners feel heard, and valued. It characterizes our student body, who aren’t afraid to do things differently to leave the world better than they found it.
Caring motivates us to question paradigms and draw new connections in pursuit of truth, constantly challenging ourselves and the world we love to be better for our neighbors — those down the street, and thousands of miles away. PLU is more than a campus full of individuals pursuing their dreams — we’re a community of seekers, trailblazers, creators, and reformers who know we can accomplish more together than apart.
The students we nurture and inspire become the minds and hearts driving that future. The PLU experience allows their ambition to blossom into purpose, their skills to sharpen into tools, and their caring to become a transformative force.
Ranking / Awards
US Ranking
- #14 in Regional Universities West (tie)
- #5 in Best Colleges for Veterans
- #15 in Best Undergraduate Teaching (tie)
- #3 in Best Value Schools
- #73 in Top Performers on Social Mobility
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- Type of Accommodation: On Campus
Financials
Annual Cost of living
10000 USD /year
Average Annual UG Fee
49472 USD
Average Annual PG Fee
47664 USD
Application Fee
40 USD
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Contact Information
- 12180 Park Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98447, United States
- To know more contact PSA toll free number 18002585772
Programs Offered
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Bachelor of Arts in Art History
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
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- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Biology
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
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- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Chinese Studies
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Communication
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Education
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Engineering (Dual Degree)
- Length 05 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 247360 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in English
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in French & Francophone Studies
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Gender, Sexuality, & Race Studies
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Geosciences
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Hispanic & Latino Studies
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in History
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Individualized
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Music
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Physics
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Religion
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Business Administration
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Fine Arts
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Music Education
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Music in Composition
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Music in Performance
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Musical Arts
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Science - Applied Physics
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Science in Biology
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Education
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Science in Physics
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
- Length 04 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 197888 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Doctor of Nursing Practice in Family Nursing Practitioner (BSN-DNP)
- Length 03 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 92720 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Doctor of Nursing Practice in Family Nursing Practitioner (MSN-DNP)
- Length 03 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 92720 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Doctor of Nursing Practice in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (BSN-DNP)
- Length 03 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 104310 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Doctor of Nursing Practice in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (MSN-DNP)
- Length 03 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 104310 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Master of Arts in Education: 1-Year Teaching Certificate
- Length 01 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 30600 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Master of Arts in Education: Alternative Routes to Certification
- Length 01 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 30600 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Master of Arts in Education: Non-Certification Program
- Length 01 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 30600 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy
- Length 01 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 51600 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Master of Business Administration
- Length 01 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 47664 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Master of Fine Arts: Rainier Writing Workshop
- Length 03 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 41300 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Master of Science in Kinesiology
- Length 01 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 30260 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Master of Science in Marketing Analytics
- Length 01 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 38196 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Master of Science in Nursing
- Length 01 Year , 03 Month
- Total Tuition Fee 33883 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days
Master of Science in Nursing (Entry-Level)
- Length 02 Year
- Total Tuition Fee 77731 USD
- Application Fee N/A
- Average processing time 20 days