Pacific Islands University
Pacific Islands University is a private university in Mangilao, GU, enrolling about 61 students. Published tuition for full-time study is about $7,203 per year before aid—well below typical private-university sticker prices. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $20,902 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $7,203
- 2024 Average Net Price: $9,334 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 100.00% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 61 67.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 66.67%
Pacific Islands University: what the data shows
Common questions about Pacific Islands University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Pacific Islands University?
Pacific Islands University is located in Mangilao, GU (ZIP 96913-5917).
NCES locale classification: Rural distant.
Is Pacific Islands University public or private?
Pacific Islands University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Pacific Islands University cost?
Published tuition: $7,203 in-state, $7,516 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $9,334.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $9,334 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $28,812.
How hard is it to get into Pacific Islands University?
Admission rate: 100.00%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Pacific Islands University?
Total enrollment: 61 students.
About 67% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Pacific Islands University?
150%-time completion rate: 66.67%.
First-year retention: 100.0%.
What do graduates of Pacific Islands University earn?
Median earnings: $20,902 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
100.00% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Pacific Islands University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (10 completions)
- Liberal Arts & Sciences (8 completions)
- CIP 390201 (2 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Pacific Islands University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 100.00%; completion rate 66.67%; median earnings $20,902 at 10 years; net price $9,334. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$7,203
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Pacific Islands University was $7,203.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$9,334
2024 Value
In 2024 Pacific Islands University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $9,334.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$37,336 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$9,334 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$28,812 4-Year In-State Tuition
$30,064 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Pacific Islands University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
100.00% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
0.00% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
Not reported
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Pacific Islands University was not reported in the College Scorecard extract for this institution.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Pacific Islands University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $7,630 | $7,630 | $15,289 |
| 2014 | $7,630 | $7,630 | $11,470 |
| 2015 | $5,128 | $5,128 | $17,631 |
| 2016 | $5,428 | $5,428 | $6,702 |
| 2017 | $5,428 | $5,428 | $9,024 |
| 2018 | $5,428 | $5,428 | $6,379 |
| 2019 | $5,428 | $5,428 | $5,434 |
| 2020 | $6,110 | $6,110 | $5,875 |
| 2021 | $6,482 | $6,482 | $14,392 |
| 2022 | $6,866 | $6,866 | $6,731 |
| 2023 | $7,203 | $7,203 | $6,746 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
100.00% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
67.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Pacific Islands University in 2024 is 61 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
100.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
37.50% 100% Completion Time
66.67% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 37.50% of students graduating from Pacific Islands University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Pacific Islands University.
Return on Investment
$20,902 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
459.84% Return on Investment
Financial value analysis for Pacific Islands University.
Top Programs by Completions
3 Programs Reporting Data
Liberal Arts & Sciences: 8 completions
CIP 39.0201: 2 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 10 completions
Most popular programs at Pacific Islands University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Pacific Islands University graduates.
About
Pacific Islands University is a private non-profit institution located in Mangilao, GU, offering 3 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 61 students. The admission rate is 100.00%. The institution maintains a 66.67% graduation rate. Approximately 100.00% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Mangilao, GU 96913-5917
Region: Outlying Areas
Insights and Analysis
Pacific Islands University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
FAQ
How much does Pacific Islands University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $7,203 and average net price is $9,334 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Pacific Islands University?
The admission rate is 100.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What do graduates of Pacific Islands University earn?
Median earnings are N/A six years after entry and $20,902 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Pacific Islands University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 66.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How big is Pacific Islands University?
Total enrollment is about 61 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Pacific Islands University public or private?
Pacific Islands University is a private nonprofit institution located in Mangilao, GU.
Is Pacific Islands University an HBCU?
No. Pacific Islands University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Pacific Islands University a tribal college?
No. Pacific Islands University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Pacific Islands University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Pacific Islands University does not meet that proxy (reported share 3.3%).
Is Pacific Islands University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Pacific Islands University: Interdenominational.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.