C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
69/100 · earnings-weighted

George Fox University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Newberg, Oregon 97132
George Fox University campus, Newberg, OR
George Fox University campus, Newberg, OR. Photo: M.O. Stevens, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 69%
Outcomes
B+
78/100
Affordability
F
15/100
Resources
C
50/100
Experience
B+
75/100
Prestige
D
35/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

4,531
Total Enrollment
69%
Graduation Rate
77%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
96%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at George Fox University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$59,761
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$53,568
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$24,250
Median debt at graduation
72%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,197
Average SAT
23
Median ACT
23.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 41% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 66th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OR wage index 0.99). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at George Fox University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Computer and Information Sciences$55,340$106,106+15%#89 of 459#86—
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$89,201$93,740+5%#224 of 966#266$27,000
Engineering$67,558$91,427+2%#22 of 57#22$27,000
Accounting and Related Services$59,980$83,423+9%#208 of 796#215—
Business Administration, Management and Operations$63,331$82,212+20%#114 of 1176#106$21,687
Marketing$46,140$67,364-3%#243 of 516#256$21,000
Social Work$27,755$62,201+20%#23 of 420#18$21,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$36,733$56,768+20%#62 of 680#61$22,562
Behavioral Sciences$34,613$56,440+16%#3 of 20#3$19,739
Psychology$32,599$54,568+8%#267 of 1027#234$23,250
Biology$33,523$52,264-9%#616 of 841#634$26,081
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$29,842$50,510-7%#390 of 610#416$26,000
Film/Video and Photographic Arts$29,745$50,003+14%#39 of 144#30$20,840
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies$26,749$48,531-13%#172 of 207#164$27,000
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries—$44,603+4%#15 of 29#15—
Fine and Studio Arts$31,401$42,759+3%#181 of 423#174$25,000
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication$37,012————$21,500

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The George Fox University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $538,222
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,159/mo — vs ~$856/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 97123 (3.6% cap, Hillsboro)

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🏆 Where George Fox University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#11
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
of 15 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $40,220 $40,220
Room $7,700
Board $5,900
Total Cost (On-Campus) $59,740 $59,740

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
24%
Receive Pell Grants
65%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 124 grads/yr Teacher Education, Multiple Levels 119 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 96 grads/yr Clinical Psychology 51 grads/yr Pastoral Studies/Counseling 48 grads/yr Physical Therapy/Therapist 48 grads/yr Counseling Psychology 39 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 38 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 36 grads/yr Social Work 36 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 32 grads/yr Physician Assistant 31 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 30 grads/yr Psychology, General 25 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 24 grads/yr Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other 22 grads/yr Behavioral Sciences 21 grads/yr Business Analytics 19 grads/yr Project Management 15 grads/yr Theology and Religious Vocations, Other 15 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from George Fox University's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr 74,900 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$63k/yr 633,700 jobs
Elementary school teachers, except special education
$62k/yr 1,422,700 jobs
Kindergarten teachers, except special education
$61k/yr 117,200 jobs
Preschool teachers, except special education
$37k/yr 555,100 jobs

Student Demographics

4,531
Total Students
62%
Women
76%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 64%
Hispanic 13%
Black 3%
Asian 6%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 47%
Hybrid (Some Online) 36%
Fully Online 17%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 76%
25-64 (Adult) 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at George Fox University?
George Fox University has an acceptance rate of 96%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend George Fox University?
Tuition at George Fox University is $40,220 for in-state students and $40,220 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at George Fox University?
The graduation rate at George Fox University is 69%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is George Fox University a good school?
George Fox University has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend George Fox University?
George Fox University has a total enrollment of 4,531 students. Most students (76%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology