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JP

John Paul the Great Catholic University

Escondido, CAPrivate NonprofitSuburb Setting
Less Selective • 80% Acceptance
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80%
Accept Rate
Less Selective
$34,666
Avg Net Cost
After financial aid
286
Students
Small campus body
$34,360
Median Earnings
6 Years Post-Graduation

Overview & Identity

John Paul the Great Catholic University is a private nonprofit institution located in the suburb setting of Escondido, CA. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 286 students and has an admission acceptance rate of 80%.

Quick Facts

Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
286 (Small)
Admissions Selectivity
80% (Less Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
Suburb

Admissions & Academics

Admitted Student Scores

SAT Reading505 - 660
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math470 - 610
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite21 - 28
1typical 50% range36
80%
Acceptance Rate
Less Selective

Top Majors & Programs

Business & Marketing16% of degrees

Programs / Fields of Study

Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Film/Video and Photographic Arts.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $35,917
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $26,925
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Communication and Media Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Film/Video and Photographic Arts.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Theological and Ministerial Studies.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A

Tuition & Cost Portrait

Avg Net Price$34,666
In-State Tuition$30,265
Out-of-State Tuition$30,265
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.

Financial Assistance & Support

33%
Pell Grants
53%
Take Loans
77%
Repayment

Student Outcomes & ROI

Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation

6 Years Post-Entry
$34,360
+66% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$56,930

Completion Signals

64%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
85%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$21,500
Est. Monthly Payment
$232/mo
Based on standard 10yr path

Campus & Demographics

Student Demographics & Community

Diversity Mix

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Gender Balance

56%
Men
44%
Women
The campus gender distribution displays a split of 56% men and 44% women.

Student Vitals

Part-Time Share
5%
Avg Family Income
$95,150
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