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Pacific Union College

#778 in Best Colleges in America
  • B
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Angwin, CA
  • 638 reviews
    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B
    2. Value
      B+
    3. Diversity
      A+
    4. Campus
      C+
    5. Athletics
      C
    6. Party Scene
      D+
    7. Professors
      B-
    8. Location
      D
    9. Dorms
      B+
    10. Campus Food
      B+
    11. Student Life
      C+
    12. Safety
      A-
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    Pacific Union is an above-average private, Christian college located in Angwin, California. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 1,077 undergraduate students. Admissions is fairly competitive as the Pacific Union acceptance rate is 50%. Popular majors include Nursing, Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, and Business. Graduating 52% of students, Pacific Union alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $39,300.
    About Pacific Union College...
    Athletic Division
    NAIA Division II
    Athletic Conference
    California Pacific Conference
    Address
    One Angwin Avenue
    Angwin, CA 94508
    Website
    puc.edu

    Pacific Union College Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    50%
    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    SAT Range
    950-1150
    ACT Range
    18-24
    Application Fee
    $30
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
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    Cost

    Net Price
    $22,327/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Net Price by Household Income
    • <$30k
      $16,934/ year
    • $30-48k
      $19,627/ year
    • $49-75k
      $18,071/ year
    • $76-110k
      $20,996/ year
    • $110k+
      $26,323/ year

    Academics

    Professors
    B-
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    13:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
    90%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.30 responses
    87%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.30 responses
    70%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.30 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Nursing
      159 Graduates
    • Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies
      49 Graduates
    • Business
      36 Graduates
    • Communications
      20 Graduates
    • Biology
      18 Graduates
    • Psychology
      14 Graduates
    • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
      13 Graduates
    • Graphic Design
      9 Graduates
    • Spanish Language and Literature
      9 Graduates
    • Theological and Ministerial Studies
      9 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    1,077Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    149
    Undergrads Over 25
    9%
    Pell Grant
    37%
    Varsity Athletes
    8%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 17 responses
    Report
    • Studious
      53%
    • Fun loving
      24%
    • Intelligent
      18%
    • Nosy
      6%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    96%
    Poll
    95%
    of students say they don't have Greek life.43 responses
    Poll
    56%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.68 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 17 responses
    Report
    • Community
      53%
    • Passionate
      35%
    • Family
      12%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $51,700/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    52%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    91%
    National
    83%
    83%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.23 responses
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    Pacific Union College Reviews

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    Enjoyed my time at PUC. Academics are rigorous, if not the most timely (i.e. older textbooks used for several courses). Not much variety in teaching style, AKA lecture-heavy.
    As far as return on investment is concerned, it depends on your major.
    Diversity is a big part of PUC. Very ethnically diverse. Embracing of LGBT+ students.
    The campus is gorgeous and the weather is nice. But no A/C in most buildings because of this. Lots of bugs and cobwebs.
    ADA isn't a thing at PUC.
    Party scene - there isn't one. BUT we are just above Napa Valley!
    Staff professors are great. Caring, intelligent, concerned with student success. Adjuncts, not so much.
    Local area - there's nothing to do in Angwin besides enjoy the outdoors.
    Dorms are clean, if not in the best repair. Fit-and-finish is no bueno. No A/C in all but 2 dorms, lots of bugs.
    Food is okay, but below average for Napa Valley. Coffee shop on campus.
    Student life - there's just not much to do here. But I like it that way.
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    I really enjoyed my first quarter at PUC. It is really easy to connect to the professors and the students. Because of PUC's smaller size and secluded location, there is a strong sense of community which helps develop a healthy atmosphere. Some of the students on campus complain about the cafeteria food but I like it. There is a wide variety of dishes in every meal time so you are bound to like something. I just wish that the dorms were air-conditioned because it can get really hot during the spring quarter. If you are planning on attending PUC, don't forget to pack a fan!
    This college is amazing with their safety and academics. It can be boring if you are really into partying, greek life, and having nearby food and stores. The class sizes are small, which helps you learn better and helps more one-on-one teacher help and time. The campus is beautiful of the Napa scenery. You are close to San Francisco.
    I love how they have a teaching and learning center because you can get tutored for free on subjects that are difficult for you.