⚾
Building Your Lineup...
Claude is reading your answers
APU
Azusa, CA
Group 2 — West/SoCal/AZ, match to reach tier

Azusa Pacific University

Azusa, CA (LA suburb, 25mi from downtown) · ~6,000 undergrads · 10:1 faculty ratio
← All Schools · Visit APU →
Thinking about applying here?
Adds school-specific application tasks to your To-Do list
Safety — Your current stats are within this school's typical range. You're likely to get in with a strong application.
★★★★☆
86
Compatibility Score / 100
APU is an excellent fit, Tom: nondenominational evangelical culture like FOR, both ministry and CACREP counseling options, and a medium-sized campus with strong relational academics. The net cost is the lowest on your entire list at $19,800/year, and the school has a reputation for noticing when students need support. The only thing to consider is whether Southern California's cultural vibe feels right to you.

What Aligned ✓

nondenominational evangelical faith culture matching FORboth ministry and CACREP counseling programslowest net cost at $19,800/yearmedium-sized with relational academicsproactive student support

Watch-Outs ✕

cultural adjustment to Southern California context
About This School

Faith Culture

Strong Faith Match — Nondenominational evangelical (Wesleyan roots)
Contemporary campus culture, broadly evangelical. Wesleyan roots but feels nondenominational day-to-day. LA access is a real bonus.

Campus Life

NCAA D-II 18 varsity sports. Close to LA — concerts, beaches, culture nearby. No Greek life. Warm faith-integrated community.

Academic Support

ADR does individualized intake covering academic, social, and emotional impacts. Best faculty ratio on the list at 10:1. TRIO available. Advising is reactive — students need to initiate.

Admissions

Acceptance
88%
Avg GPA
3.1–3.4
SAT Mid-50%
990–1240

Programs

Ministry (Undergrad)

Christian Ministry, Biblical Studies, Worship Arts

Counseling (Undergrad)

Psychology, Human Services, Social Work

CACREP Accredited ✓

Cost

$19,800/yr

Est. net price after financial aid

How to Apply

Apply at apu.edu/admissions. APU accepts the Common App. A pastoral recommendation and faith statement are required. Test-optional. Rolling admission.

FAFSA Code: 001072

Go to Admissions →
What You Can Do This Summer & Senior Year

Still Deciding?

✓
Research what the LA suburb location means practically — concerts, internships, beaches nearby
✓
Look into APU's chapel and faith integration model — Wesleyan roots, contemporary feel
✓
Schedule a campus visit: the physical campus and location are worth seeing before deciding

Steps to Stay on Track

✓
Rolling admission — apply early fall senior year for best aid consideration (FAFSA code: 001072)
✓
No hard deadline but earlier applications receive priority for housing and scholarships
✓
Contact admissions: admissions@apu.edu or 626-812-3016

To Strengthen Your Application

✓
APU accepts 88% — focus on financial aid strategy, not admission odds
✓
Test-optional — only submit SAT if it's 990+ and helps your overall profile
✓
10:1 faculty ratio means professors know you — email a counseling faculty member before applying
Visit APU Official Site → ← Back to All Schools See My Full Lineup