Tacoma, WA · Lacey, WA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Pacific Lutheran University | Saint Martin's University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 80.5% | 75.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $50,964 | $44,210 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $50,964 | $44,210 |
| Average Net Price | $14,892 | $13,234 |
| Graduation Rate | 71.0% | 57.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Pacific Lutheran University accepts 80.5% of applicants. Saint Martin's University accepts 75.9%. Pacific Lutheran University's tuition is $50,964. Saint Martin's University's is $44,210. Saint Martin's University is cheaper. Pacific Lutheran University graduates 71% of students in 6 years. Saint Martin's University graduates 57%.
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
Saint Martin's University. It accepts 75.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Saint Martin's University has lower published tuition: $44,210 versus $50,964. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Pacific Lutheran University: 71% of students finish in 6 years. Saint Martin's University is at 57%.
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.