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John Paul the Great Catholic University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale Suburb: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Quarter
Student body size Small
Dormitory capacity 229
Religious affiliation Catholic
Student to faculty ratio 20 to 1
Acceptance rate 79%
Students retention rate 71%
On-time graduation rate 62%

Located in Escondido, California, John Paul the Great Catholic University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. John Paul the Great Catholic University operates on a quarter-based calendar system, dividing the academic year into four terms.

The acceptance rate of 79% indicates that John Paul the Great Catholic University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

John Paul the Great Catholic University is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The retention rate of students at John Paul the Great Catholic University is 71% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in California is 85%, while the national average is 74%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at John Paul the Great Catholic University do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

78.9%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$28,000

Cost of attendance at John Paul the Great Catholic University in 2022 for students from California.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $6,749
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$28,000

Cost of attendance at John Paul the Great Catholic University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $20,840
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at John Paul the Great Catholic University received on average $16,736 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$16,736
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 32 48% $4,990 $159,671
Other Federal Grant 32 48% $5,210 $166,721
State Grant/Scholarships 18 27% $6,960 $125,285
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 66 100% $12,312 $812,575
Total Grant & Scholarships 66 100% $16,736 $1,104,581

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of John Paul the Great Catholic University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of John Paul the Great Catholic University students is 61.9%. Female students graduated at a rate of 66.7%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 57.6%.

61.9%

  • asian 100.0% 2 students
  • white 64.5% 20 students
  • unknown 75.0% 6 students
  • hispanic 52.9% 9 students
  • Mixed Race 66.7% 2 students

Service Offerings

John Paul the Great Catholic University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

John Paul the Great Catholic University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families

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