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Fresno Pacific University

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world rank  3177

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Overview

Founded in 1944, the Fresno Pacific University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Fresno (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), California. This institution also has branch campuses in Bakersfield, Visalia and Merced. Officially accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, Fresno Pacific University (FPU) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Mennonite religion. Fresno Pacific University (FPU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 81-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. FPU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Fresno Pacific University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Fresno Pacific University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Fresno Pacific University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

Fresno Pacific University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym FPU
Founded 1944
Motto Founded on Christ
Colours Blue and orange
Mascot Sunbird
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University Location

Address 1717 South Chestnut Avenue
Fresno
93702-4709 California
United States
Fresno Pacific University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Fresno Pacific University Phone Number (559) 453 2000
Fresno Pacific University Fax Number (559) 453 2007
Other locations Bakersfield, Visalia and Merced

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Fresno Pacific University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Fresno Pacific University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Fresno Pacific University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Fresno Pacific University.



Fresno Pacific University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro) 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro)
International
students
30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro) 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Fresno Pacific University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Fresno Pacific University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 70-79% making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Hispanic-serving Institution (HSI) and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among the above specific US ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are considered but not required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Fresno Pacific University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Fresno Pacific University's Admission Office Admission Office

1717 S Chestnut Avenue
Fresno 93702
(559) 453 2069
800 660 6089

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Fresno Pacific University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Fresno Pacific University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Fresno Pacific University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Fresno Pacific University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Fresno Pacific University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Fresno Pacific University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Fresno Pacific University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Fresno Pacific University is Christian-Mennonite Religious Affiliation

Christian-Mennonite. Brethren Church - www.usmb.org


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Fresno Pacific University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Fresno Pacific University's Library
Fresno Pacific University's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 139,454 physical volumes, 5,120 physical media, 236,587 digital/electronic media and 48 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 8 full-time employees, including 5 librarians. Fresno Pacific University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Fresno Pacific University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Fresno Pacific University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 574 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Fresno Pacific University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Fresno Pacific University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Fresno Pacific University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Fresno Pacific University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Fresno Pacific University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Fresno Pacific University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Fresno Pacific University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Fresno Pacific University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Fresno Pacific University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: WASC Senior College and University Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1961


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Fresno Pacific University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Fresno Pacific University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU)
  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
  • National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Fresno Pacific University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

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Social Media

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TikTok TikTok

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