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University of Puget Sound

Tacoma, WA • private • III | Northwest Conference
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Acceptance
76.3%
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Grad Rate
68%
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Cost
$79,808

Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Urban
Student Population
Undergrad: 1,693 • Total: 2,006
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
1500 N. Warner Street
Tacoma, WA
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Website
www.pugetsound.edu
Region
West
Carnegie Classification
Carnegie Code: 31

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 734 (43.4%) • Female: 959 (56.6%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 110 6.5%
Black/African American 54 3.2%
Hispanic/Latino 178 10.5%
White 1,138 67.2%
Two or More Races 151 8.9%
International 9 0.5%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
76.3%
4,232 admitted from 5,548 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Sometimes Required
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 615-710
Math: 570-680
Total: 1185-1390
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
27-31
Application Types Offered
EA ED I RD
Application Requirements
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Application Fee
$65
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
EA: 11/01/2025
ED I: 11/01/2025
RD: 01/15/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
67.9%
4-Year Graduation Rate
59.9%
Freshman Retention Rate
80.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
8.8:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$79,808
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $62,310
Room & Board
$16,498
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $23,643
$30,001-48,000 $23,133
$48,001-75,000 $31,649
$75,001-110,000 $34,870
$110,001+ $45,456
Students Receiving Pell Grants
98%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$42,301

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
III
Conference
Northwest Conference
Men's Sports (9)
Baseball Basketball Football Golf Rowing Soccer Swimming Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women's Sports (10)
Basketball Golf Lacrosse Rowing Soccer Softball Swimming Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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Common questions about University of Puget Sound

What is University of Puget Sound's acceptance rate?
University of Puget Sound accepts 76% of applicants, from 5,548 applications.
How much does University of Puget Sound cost?
Tuition and fees are $62,310. Families earning under $30,000 pay $23,643 on average after aid.
Does University of Puget Sound require SAT or ACT scores?
University of Puget Sound requires test scores from some applicants.
What ACT score do you need for University of Puget Sound?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 27 and 31 on the ACT.
What is University of Puget Sound's graduation rate?
68% of students graduate within six years.