University of the People
University of the People (U of the People) is a four-years, private (not-for-profit) school located in Pasadena, CA. Its highest level of offering is Master's degree. University of the People is a completely online college that all degrees can be earned entirely through the distance learning.
The U of the People's 2022 tuition & fees is $1,200. 13% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $917.
The school has a total enrollment of 43,722 and the student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
University of the People is accredited by Distance Education Accrediting Commission.
Directory Information
| Address | 595 E Colorado Blvd Suite 623, Pasadena, CA 91101 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 626-264-8880 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-years, private (not-for-profit) |
| Carnegie Category | |
| Highest Degree Offered | Master's degree |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)
2022 Tuition & Fees and 2023 Estimation
For undergraduate school, the 2022 tuition and fees of University of the People are $1,200.
The estimated 2023 tuition & fees for prospective students is $1,200 based on the tuition changes over the past five years. The estimated 2023 graduate school tuition & fees is $2,400.
| Undergraduate | $1,200 |
|---|
Data source: 2021-2022 tuition - NCES(National Center for Education Statistics (Last update: July 22, 2022)
| Undergraduate | $1,200 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $2,400 |
The estimation for 2022-2023 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Key Stats for Prospective Students
The average graduation rate is 23%. Total 43,722 students are attending the school and it does not possess campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Graduation Rate » | 23% |
|---|---|
| Retention Rate | 61%(full-time), 83% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 5.88% (17 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 43,722 (34,108 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $917 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
At University of the People, all courses can be done through online classes completely (both undergraduate and graduate degrees).The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| Degrees From Online Classes Completely | |
| ROTC | No |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | No |
| Study Abroad | No |
U of the People provides several student services including academic/career counseling services.
| Remedial services | No |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | No |
| Placement services for completers | No |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of U of the People.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | No |
| Dormitory Capacity | No Campus Housing Facilities Provided |
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