A Great University
The PLU Experience
Founded in 1890 by Scandinavian immigrants, today Pacific Lutheran University is a highly ranked, comprehensive university with an enrollment of approximately 3,500 full-time students. It places a strong value on international education.
It is the only Northwest university to be listed every year within the top 15 Western region universities in the 'Best Colleges' survey, published annually by US News & World Report.
PLU students graduate with a meaningful and enriching experience that prepares them for success.
Pacific Lutheran University offers a choice of over thirty majors, including wide range of natural and social sciences, computer studies, business, education, art, music, theater, and interdisciplinary programs.
There is a strong graduate program, with an AACSB accredited MBA program and Masters in Education.
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The University offers a picturesque 126-acre campus in a beautiful geographical setting which affords students a wide variety of recreational and cultural entertainment options. The grandeur of the University's location in the Pacific Northwest encourages participation in hiking, camping, climbing, skiing, boating and swimming.
Because the American university experience goes beyond merely academic studies, you will have the opportunity to participate in more than 60 clubs, in addition to various sports teams and arts/cultural events during your Transition Program.