Palo Alto University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Palo Alto University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Palo Alto University is a small private university located on a rural campus in Palo Alto, California. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 64, and admissions are selective. The university offers 2 bachelor's degrees and has a student-faculty ratio of 12:1. Tuition and fees for students are $17,627.
Admissions Breakdown
Application Considerations
Test scores--
High school transcript--
High school rank--
Letter of recommendation--
High school GPA--
Open admission--
Completion of college prep program--
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)--
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
37%
Online student enrollment
12:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
48%
Unknown
6%
Black
4%
Hispanic
18%
Two or more races
14%
Non-U.S. Citizen
8%
Asian
2%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
%
Socio-economic diversity
% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
5
Total Online Enrollment
421
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.37% online, 63% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
17% On-campus
83% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's100% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's100% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
%
State Grant Aid
%
Institution Grant Aid
%
Pell Grant
%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$21k
Average student debtafter graduation
$0k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
No information available for this school.
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 3 | Psychology. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.