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Pacific Oaks College: Courses, Admission, Cost

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  • Estd. 1945
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Pacific Oaks College highlights

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Year of establishment
1945
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Scholarships granted
423
Scholarship amount granted
INR 1 million
English proficiency test
Optional
Accepted exams
SAT/ACT accepted
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Total faculty
23
Faculty/Student ratio
4
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UG Race

Hispanic

52%

Others

28%

Black

13%

Asian

4%

UG Student residence

In state

100%

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UG Number of Applicant

63
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Q:   What do student reviews say about Pacific Oaks College?

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Students reviews mention that the college has a friendly environment and staff is welcoming. Everyone there is willing to help and assist. The admisson counselors are active to listen student's queries. Students enrolled in online courses say that the process is very easy and well strutured. Students also mention that the college provides practical learning to students.

Some of the negative reviews mention that the job support is not up to the mark and there are some students mentioning that some faculty members are inadequately prepared which gives a mixed review about the learning experience.

Q:   What is Pacific Oaks College known for?

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Pacific Oaks College is known for its commitment to social justice, diversity, and progressive education. The college is accredited by the WASC Senior Colleges and Universities Commission (WSCUC). Some of the popular courses offered by the college are Bachelor's in Human Development, Bachelor's in Early Child Development, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy. The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing has authorized Pacific Oaks College's curriculum for Education Specialists seeking teacher certification.

Pacific Oaks College scholarships

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Q:   What are the top Scholarships for Indian Students at Pacific Oaks College and how to avail them?

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Top scholarships for Indian students at Pacific Oaks College are outlined below:

Diversity scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students with F-1 visas. To get the scholarship yearly, students have to maintain a cumulative 3.0 GPA for the undergraduate programme and a cumulative 3.5 GPA at the graduate level throughout the program. The yearly scholarship award for undergraduate students is $15,990 and $13,380 for graduate students.

Presidential scholarship: The President’s Scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate a commitment to Pacific Oaks College’s mission. To get this scholarship, students have to maintain satisfactory academic scores throughout the semester, and the amount awarded is $1000-$2000.

Educator scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to students who are enrolled in the School of Education seeking a degree in teaching. Qualified students will get $1,500 for the first two semesters, and they have to maintain their academic scores in order to avail themselves of further scholarships. 

Community Involvement Scholarship: Community Involvement Scholarship is offered to students who have provided outstanding service to their community. Students have to submit an 800-1000-word essay that explains their experience and personal commitment to their community. The recipients will get $2,000 that will be divided in the two semesters.

To avail of all the above-mentioned scholarships, students have to fill out the scholarship application and send it to the enrollment counselor via mail, email, or in person.

Pacific Oaks College

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Q:   Is it hard to get into Pacific Oaks College?

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Getting into Pacific Oaks College is considered to be moderately competitive. According to a US News report, it has an acceptance rate of 13%. Some sources mention the acceptance rate as 40%. In either case, it is a selective institute. It has different criteria for admission to bachelor's and master's courses. For a bachelor's course, a student is required to have a GPA of 2.0 or higher, a personal statement mentioning goals and commitments to Pacific Oaks College, and three or more years of significant professional or life experience. Work experience can be volunteering. Students also have to go through an interview with the college officials. 

For admission to the Masters program, all the requirements are the same. Students with university-level courses or degrees completed at an institution outside of the U.S. are required to complete a course-by-course evaluation report by an approved organisation listed as an NACES member. Additionally, international students have to submit English proficiency test scores.

Q:   What are the deadlines for submitting applications for Indian students at Pacific Oaks College?

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Pacific Oaks College takes admissions on a rolling basis i.e., throughout the year. The deadline for transfer students is June 1 for the fall semester. Students applying for campus based programs have three starting dates per year, spring, summer and fall. For online programs there are six starting dates per year which provides flexibility to the applicants.

Q:   What are the documents required in the visa process for Indian students at Pacific Oaks College?

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Required documents for visa process are-

  • I-20 form issued by the college
  • College acceptance letter.
  • Valid passport at least six months beyond the intended stay in the U.S.
  • Passport sized photographs
  • DS-160 application form filled and submitted.
  • Visa application fee receipt.
  • Payment receipt of Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) fee.
  • All the necessary academic documents.
  • English proficiency test scores
  • Financial documents demonstrating sufficient funds to cover expenses at Pacific Oak college.

Q:   What is the acceptance rate of Pacific Oaks College?

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The acceptance rate of Pacific Oaks College varies with sources. According to US News and world report, the acceptance rate of Pacific Oaks is 13%. Some sources mention the acceptance rate to be 40%. 

So the acceptance rate at Pacific Oaks College appears to be somewhere between 13 and 40%. This acceptance rate indicates that the college is moderately selective.

Q:   What is the application process at Pacific Oaks College?

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Following are the steps students need to follow to get admission to Pacific Oaks College:

  • First of all, students need to complete an inquiry form available on the college website, and an enrollment counselor will contact the applicant, clearing basic queries of the student.
  • After that, students have to apply on the college portal and sign up to create a username.
  • Applicants need to fill out all the information in the application form and upload the documents required, including a resume, academic transcripts, essays, personal statements, and English proficiency test scores.
  • Pay the application fee of $55.
  • Once the application is accepted, an interview will be scheduled by the admissions committee.
  • Student will get an acceptance letter and I-20 form from the college, which will be required to get an F-1 visa to study in the US.

 

 

 

Pacific Oaks College fees

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
M.A.(3 courses)
INR 15 L - 27 L
Duration18 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above
B.A.(2 courses)
INR 28 L
Duration1 year-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above
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Q:   What is the application fee of Pacific Oaks College?

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Pacific Oaks College charges an application fee of $55 (INR 4,617). Students can pay the application fee using a credit card or by mailing a check or money order. The application fee should be paid throught the application portal on the college website and the application fee receipt needs to be retained for further admission process.

Q:   How expensive is it to live at Pacific Oaks College?

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Studying at Pacific Oaks College is reasonable as compared to other universities.The approximate cost of living at Pacific Oaks College is $40,000. The estimated cost breakdown is as follows:

Tuition$11,482 (INR 9,64,059)
Other Fees$210  (INR 17,632)
Books and Supplies$2,028  (INR 1,70,276)
Estimated Off-Campus Cost of Living$18,536 (INR 15,56,332)
Other Expenses Budget$8,568  (INR 7,19,392)

Q:   What are the English proficiency exams accepted by Pacific Oaks College?

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Indian students have to demonstrate English proficiency through tests. Pacific Oaks College accepts TOEFL with a minimum score of 79 and IELTS with a minimum score of 6.5. Scores must be no more than 2 years old. English proficiency scores are important for students whose native language is not English. 

Q:   How much money is required in Indian rupees to study at Pacific Oaks College?

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The annual tuition cost of studying at Pacific Oaks College is around $11,482 (INR 9,64,059). There are some other fees charged by the college like Institutional Services fees, Library fees, graduation fees, transcript fees etc., which cost approximately $400 (33,585). An application fee of $55 is also charged while filling out the application fee. So the estimated cost is around 10 lakhs. This cost excludes the room and board charges.

Pacific Oaks College placements

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Q:   What are the job opportunities after doing Master of Arts in Human Development from Pacific Oaks College?

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After pursuing a degree in Human Development from Pacific Oaks College students can opt for job roles like HR manager, Social worker, executive coach, organizational consultant, Educator, Program director for NGOs and many more similar roles. Graduates with an MSc in human development typically earn different salaries based on their region, experience level, and job title. Although they can differ significantly depending on expertise and geography, salaries normally range from $50,000 to $80,000 annually.







Pacific Oaks College rankings

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Q:   What is the rank of Pacific Oaks College in the world?

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Data for the global rank of Pacific Oaks College is not available. However, according to EduRank, the college is ranked #1657 of 2,597 colleges in North America and #133 of 249 colleges in California. It is recognised as a Hispanic-Serving Institution by the U.S. Department of Education. The acceptance rate of college is between 13% and 40%, which makes the college slightly selective.

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Pacific Oaks College
55 Eureka St.
Pasadena, CA 91103

Pasadena ( California)

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