University of the People
Pasadena, CA
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition
$1,200
Out-of-State Tuition
$1,200
Avg On-Campus Living
$18,167
Avg Off-Campus Living
$2,001
Financial Aid & Outcomes
CollegeScorecard · 2024
What will it actually cost?
Most students pay the net price after financial aid, not the sticker price.
Financial access
Pell Grants are federal aid for students from low-income families.
Share of students who borrowed to pay for school.
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Student Outcomes
Graduation Rate
37%
Freshman Retention
79%
Source: CollegeScorecard (2024)
Final aid offers, scholarships, and net price vary per family. Always verify with the school's financial aid office.
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Open-access admissions
Most qualified applicants are admitted.
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Areas of study
Programs (12)
Communications
Natural Sciences
Visual & Performing Arts
Business
Education
Computer Science
Admissions
Acceptance rate
100%
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Pasadena, CA 91101
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About University of the People
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- Where is University of the People located?
- University of the People is located in Pasadena, CA, in the United States.
- What type of institution is University of the People?
- University of the People is a private university based in CA. CampusPin classifies institutions as either four-year universities or two-year community colleges, with control labeled public or private.
- What is the acceptance rate at University of the People?
- The most recently reported acceptance rate at University of the People is approximately 100%. Acceptance rate signals selectivity but does not predict any individual applicant's outcome and is not a measure of school quality. CampusPin reports the federally-published value; verify the current cycle with the institution.
- What is the tuition at University of the People?
- University of the People's published in-state tuition is approximately $1,200 per year. This is the published price before financial aid; the net price most students actually pay is typically lower. Verify the current academic-year tuition with the institution before applying.
- How many students attend University of the People?
- University of the People reports total enrollment of approximately 25,757 students (undergraduate plus graduate). Total enrollment is a useful sizing signal — see the institutional profile for additional breakdowns when available.
- How should I verify final details about University of the People?
- CampusPin compiles institutional data from public datasets like IPEDS and the College Scorecard, plus institutional websites and editorial review. Before applying, paying a deposit, or making a final decision, confirm admissions requirements, current tuition, financial aid, deadlines, and program details directly with University of the People.
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