Pacific Oaks College

Pacific Oaks College is a small private non-profit master's university (medium program) located in Pasadena, California, with an undergraduate enrollment of 312. The institution offers master's-level programs across multiple professional and academic fields alongside its undergraduate curriculum, serving students seeking advanced credentials in applied disciplines. As an independently governed, non-profit institution relying on tuition, endowment returns, and philanthropic support, it operates within the broader California postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 34% acceptance rate, admission is moderately selective. Admission is competitive but accessible, with 34% of applicants receiving offers each year. The highest program-level earnings outcomes are in CIP 00 — 10-year median earnings among aid recipients in these fields reach $69,244. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $52,485. Prospective students are encouraged to review net price calculators and complete the FAFSA early, as institutional aid availability varies significantly by family income level.