B
Good
Score: 62/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
63/100 · earnings-weighted

Warner Pacific University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Portland, Oregon 97215
Warner Pacific University campus, Portland, OR
Warner Pacific University campus, Portland, OR. Photo: M.O. Stevens, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (A) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 82%
Outcomes
A
84/100
Affordability
D
38/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
B+
79/100
Prestige
C
46/100

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

350
Total Enrollment
82%
Graduation Rate
77%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
59%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$55,204
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$45,660
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,000
Median debt at graduation
49.2%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
47.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 45% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 51st 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 Warner Pacific 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
Business Administration, Management and Operations$58,899$78,571+15%#163 of 1176#153$31,250
Accounting and Related Services$54,626$77,653+2%#302 of 796#325$33,301
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services$45,523$60,180+24%#8 of 172#6$29,688
Health and Medical Administrative Services$56,031$58,518+-0%#145 of 275#153$32,378
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$31,903—————

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 Warner Pacific University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $655,031
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,709/mo — vs ~$547/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 97266 (3.4% cap, Portland)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $20,050 $20,050
Room $4,920
Board $5,330
Total Cost (On-Campus) $38,268 $38,268

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
64%
Receive Pell Grants
60%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

350
Total Students
64%
Women
66%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 33%
Hispanic 31%
Black 13%
Asian 16%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 69%
Hybrid (Some Online) 31%
Fully Online 1%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 66%
25-64 (Adult) 34%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Warner Pacific University?
Warner Pacific University has an acceptance rate of 59%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Warner Pacific University?
Tuition at Warner Pacific University is $20,050 for in-state students and $20,050 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Warner Pacific University?
The graduation rate at Warner Pacific University is 82%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Warner Pacific University a good school?
Warner Pacific University has a Repit College Score of 62/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Warner Pacific University?
Warner Pacific University has a total enrollment of 350 students.

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