Los Angeles, CA · Angwin, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Occidental College | Pacific Union College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 39.9% | 42.5% |
| In-State Tuition | $63,446 | $35,214 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $63,446 | $35,214 |
| Average Net Price | $27,178 | $12,567 |
| Graduation Rate | 85.0% | 51.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Occidental College accepts 39.9% of applicants. Pacific Union College accepts 42.5%. Occidental College's tuition is $63,446. Pacific Union College's is $35,214. That's a $28,232 difference per year. Occidental College graduates 85% of students in 6 years. Pacific Union College graduates 51%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Occidental College. It accepts 39.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Pacific Union College has lower published tuition: $35,214 versus $63,446. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Occidental College: 85% of students finish in 6 years. Pacific Union College is at 51%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.