Making Your APU Education Possible: Affordability and Value

Planning for college begins with getting a clear picture of what attending Azusa Pacific University will cost. A number of things contribute to the overall price tag—tuition, room and board, books, fees, and more—but total cost varies by student and by program of study. With financial aid, students rarely pay the full “sticker price,” making APU’s top-tier, Christ-centered education far more accessible than you might think.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average college graduate earns $31,200 more per year than a high school graduate, taking home 56% more in after-tax income. The Public Policy Institute of California also reports that college graduates are more likely to secure jobs that offer health insurance, paid vacation, retirement programs, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for wage growth, and they are less likely to face unemployment.

For the second consecutive year, The Wall Street Journal named Azusa Pacific University the top Christian university in California and the top university among institutions in the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities (CCCU), in its 2026 Best Colleges in the U.S. rankings. Overall, graduates from all of our programs enter the workforce skilled, confident, and prepared for success. 

 

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