George Fox University
George Fox University is a private non-profit college or university in Newberg, OR, with about 79 programs reporting completions in the federal extract used on this page. It reports a completion rate of about 71.96% for the cohort window published by the Education Department—one yardstick, not the whole story of student success.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $42,750
- 2024 Average Net Price: $31,679 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 93.51% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,699 92.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 71.96%
- Average SAT Score: 1197
George Fox University: what the data shows
Common questions about George Fox University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is George Fox University?
George Fox University is located in Newberg, OR (ZIP 97132).
NCES locale classification: Town fringe.
Is George Fox University public or private?
George Fox University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does George Fox University cost?
Published tuition: $42,750.
Average net price after aid: $31,679.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $22,871 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $23,580 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $24,631 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $32,052 |
| $110,001+ | $36,847 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $171,000.
How hard is it to get into George Fox University?
Admission rate: 93.51%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1197 and midpoint ACT 23.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is George Fox University?
Total enrollment: 2,699 students.
About 93% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at George Fox University?
150%-time completion rate: 71.96%.
First-year retention: 83.4%.
What do graduates of George Fox University earn?
Median earnings: $53,568 six years after entry; $59,761 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $24,250.
23.44% of students receive Pell grants.
What is George Fox University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (1,187 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (124 completions)
- Casino Operations and Services (119 completions)
- CIP 520201 (96 completions)
- CIP 422801 (51 completions)
- CIP 390701 (48 completions)
- CIP 512308 (48 completions)
- CIP 422803 (39 completions)
- Elementary Education & Teaching (38 completions)
- General Biological Sciences (36 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is George Fox University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 93.51%; completion rate 71.96%; median earnings $59,761 at 10 years; net price $31,679. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$42,750
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at George Fox University was $42,750.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$31,679
2024 Value
In 2024 George Fox University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $31,679.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$126,716 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$31,679 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$171,000 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for George Fox University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
23.44% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
54.09% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at George Fox University was 0.00%.
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 George Fox 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 | $31,120 | $31,120 | $24,402 |
| 2014 | $31,866 | $31,866 | $24,600 |
| 2015 | $33,142 | $33,142 | $26,298 |
| 2016 | $33,730 | $33,730 | $27,281 |
| 2017 | $35,016 | $35,016 | $28,366 |
| 2018 | $36,020 | $36,020 | $29,119 |
| 2019 | $37,280 | $37,280 | $30,378 |
| 2020 | $38,370 | $38,370 | $30,839 |
| 2021 | $38,520 | $38,520 | $30,927 |
| 2022 | $39,540 | $39,540 | $27,773 |
| 2023 | $40,940 | $40,940 | $29,981 |
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
93.51% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1197
ACT Average: 23
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
92.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at George Fox University in 2024 is 2,699 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
83.4%
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
65.71% 100% Completion Time
71.96% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 65.71% of students graduating from George Fox University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for George Fox University.
Return on Investment
$24,250 Median Student Debt
$59,761 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
40.58% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
371.61% Return on Investment
4.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for George Fox University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 124 completions
Casino Operations and Services: 119 completions
CIP 52.0201: 96 completions
CIP 42.2801: 51 completions
CIP 39.0701: 48 completions
CIP 51.2308: 48 completions
CIP 42.2803: 39 completions
Elementary Education & Teaching: 38 completions
General Biological Sciences: 36 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 1,187 completions
Most popular programs at George Fox University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for George Fox University graduates.
About
George Fox University is a private non-profit institution located in Newberg, OR, offering 79 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 2,699 students. The admission rate is 93.51%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1197. The institution maintains a 71.96% graduation rate. Approximately 23.44% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Newberg, OR 97132
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 79 distinct degree programs, George Fox University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
FAQ
How much does George Fox University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $42,750 and average net price is $31,679 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into George Fox University?
The admission rate is 93.5% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for George Fox University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, George Fox University reports midpoint SAT about 1197 and midpoint ACT about 23.
What do graduates of George Fox University earn?
Median earnings are $53,568 six years after entry and $59,761 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at George Fox University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 72.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do George Fox University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $24,250.
How big is George Fox University?
Total enrollment is about 2,699 students in the latest reporting year.
Is George Fox University public or private?
George Fox University is a private nonprofit institution located in Newberg, OR.
Is George Fox University an HBCU?
No. George Fox University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is George Fox University a tribal college?
No. George Fox University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is George Fox University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, George Fox University does not meet that proxy (reported share 16.3%).
Is George Fox University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for George Fox University: Friends.
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.