University Attributes

Pacific Lutheran University is a comprehensive university with enrollment of more than 3,600 students. A member of the Associated New American Colleges, PLU is committed to the integration of liberal arts studies and professional preparation. A dynamic academic program features five professional schools and selective graduate programs that maintain a strong liberal arts emphasis at their core. PLU is the only Northwest university to be ranked within the top 15 western region universities in every 'Best Colleges' survey published annually by the U.S. News & World Report. Founded in 1890 by Scandinavian immigrants, PLU has been closely affiliated with the Lutheran church throughout its history and is now a university of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. PLU cherishes its dedication to educating for lives of service, as well as its distinguished and distinctive academic program that emphasizes curricular integration and active learning.

Degrees Available

• Bachelor of Science
• Bachelor of Arts
• Master of Arts

Subject Areas

Experience Required

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Pacific Lutheran University's Mission Statement

At Pacific Lutheran University you will be challenged to achieve at the peak of your ability, given support to meet that challenge and, as a result, find success both in college and in your chosen career.