Pacific Lutheran University
Founded 1890
President Allan Belton (President)
Fees USD 44,636
Acceptance Rate Moderate (50–75%)
Campus Setting Suburban
Pacific Lutheran University (PLU) is a private ELCA Lutheran liberal arts university founded in 1890 in Tacoma, Washington. Enrolling 3,200 students on a beautiful wooded campus near Mount Rainier, PLU is known for nursing, business, education, and music programs with a strong global mission and Scandinavian heritage.
Schools
- School of Nursing — CCNE-accredited nursing for Tacoma’s healthcare market
- School of Business — AACSB-accredited business programs
- School of Education — Teacher preparation for Pierce County schools
- School of Music — Strong choral tradition and performance programs
How to Apply
- Acceptance Rate: ~75% | Tuition: ~$44,636