Life Pacific University is proud to announce its continued rise in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report rankings, a reflection of the university’s dedication to academic excellence, affordability, and transformative education for all students.
In the latest rankings, LPU achieved its highest placement yet, ranking 3rd in Top Performers on Social Mobility among regional colleges in the West. This recognition highlights LPU’s commitment to advancing the success of students from low-income backgrounds, particularly those receiving Pell Grants. The university’s mission to empower students through education helps them not only earn their degrees but also rise into higher socio-economic brackets, providing a clear path toward a brighter future.
Additionally, LPU ranked 8th place among Best Value Schools in the West, reinforcing its reputation as an institution that provides high-quality education at an affordable price. The ranking considers factors such as tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the overall value provided to students. With a majority of full-time undergraduates receiving grants or scholarships, LPU ensures that financial barriers do not stand in the way of students pursuing their academic and spiritual callings.
LPU is also ranked 13th among Regional Colleges in the West, a category that evaluates institutions based on academic quality, student-to-faculty ratio, and graduates’ ability to manage debt. This new ranking reflects the university’s ongoing efforts to provide an intimate, personalized learning environment while preparing students for successful careers and impactful lives of service.
As LPU celebrates these new rankings, the university remains deeply committed to fostering an inclusive, faith-driven community where students can thrive academically, grow spiritually, and become leaders in their fields.
