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About Azusa Pacific University

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Azusa Pacific University is a private research university in Azusa, CA, known for its faith-based mission, health sciences focus, and doctoral research university. With an acceptance rate of 87%, APU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 518 students each year. APU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 980–1240, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. APU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $34,189 per year; the sticker price of $55,598 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Azusa Pacific University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

87%
Overall Accept Rate
1110
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 980 – 1240 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Azusa Pacific University

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Essay Strategy
APU is a Christian university where faith is woven into every part of campus life, so be genuine and specific about how your faith shapes your goals, your character, or your sense of community. Avoid vague religious language and instead share a concrete moment or conviction that reflects who you actually are.
Test Score Strategy
Since APU is test optional and your score falls below their 75th percentile, leave it off and let your GPA, activities, and essay carry your application instead. Submitting a lower score at this school is unlikely to help and may create an unnecessary hurdle.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Azusa Pacific University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$56k/yr$15.8k
30k-48k~$56k/yr$20.5k
48k-75k~$56k/yr$23.0k
110k+~$56k/yr$27.2k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

64%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$57k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
3,710
Undergrad Enrollment
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