Providence Christian College
Providence Christian College is a private university in Pasadena, California, enrolling about 168 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 100.00% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $46,264 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $36,963
- 2024 Average Net Price: $25,163 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 100.00% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 168 100.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 20.00%
Providence Christian College: what the data shows
Common questions about Providence Christian College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Providence Christian College?
Providence Christian College is located in Pasadena, CA (ZIP 91101).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Providence Christian College public or private?
Providence Christian College is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Providence Christian College cost?
Published tuition: $36,963.
Average net price after aid: $25,163.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $23,481 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $19,669 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $40,748 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $147,852.
How hard is it to get into Providence Christian College?
Admission rate: 100.00%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Providence Christian College?
Total enrollment: 168 students.
About 100% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Providence Christian College?
150%-time completion rate: 20.00%.
First-year retention: 78.6%.
What do graduates of Providence Christian College earn?
Median earnings: $32,827 six years after entry; $46,264 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,000.
31.29% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Providence Christian College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts & Sciences (27 completions)
- Other/Unknown Programs (27 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Providence Christian College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 100.00%; completion rate 20.00%; median earnings $46,264 at 10 years; net price $25,163. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$36,963
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Providence Christian College was $36,963.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$25,163
2024 Value
In 2024 Providence Christian College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $25,163.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$100,652 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$25,163 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$147,852 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Providence Christian College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
31.29% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
53.06% 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 Providence Christian College 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 Providence Christian College 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 | $24,222 | $24,222 | $17,364 |
| 2014 | $25,680 | $25,680 | $19,507 |
| 2015 | $27,173 | $27,173 | $19,141 |
| 2016 | $28,014 | $28,014 | $26,581 |
| 2017 | $29,372 | $29,372 | $21,638 |
| 2018 | $30,370 | $30,370 | $18,283 |
| 2019 | $31,846 | $31,846 | $23,624 |
| 2020 | $33,396 | $33,396 | $26,651 |
| 2021 | $33,396 | $33,396 | $22,004 |
| 2022 | $33,884 | $33,884 | $24,366 |
| 2023 | $35,147 | $35,147 | $25,378 |
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
100.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Providence Christian College in 2024 is 168 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
78.6%
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
12.50% 100% Completion Time
20.00% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 12.50% of students graduating from Providence Christian College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Providence Christian College.
Return on Investment
$25,000 Median Student Debt
$46,264 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
54.04% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
359.64% Return on Investment
5.4 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Providence Christian College.
Top Programs by Completions
2 Programs Reporting Data
Liberal Arts & Sciences: 27 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 27 completions
Most popular programs at Providence Christian College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Providence Christian College graduates.
About
Providence Christian College is a private non-profit institution located in Pasadena, CA, offering 2 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 168 students. The admission rate is 100.00%. The institution maintains a 20.00% graduation rate. Approximately 31.29% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Pasadena, CA 91101
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 20.00% graduation rate at Providence Christian College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
FAQ
How much does Providence Christian College cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $36,963 and average net price is $25,163 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Providence Christian College?
The admission rate is 100.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What do graduates of Providence Christian College earn?
Median earnings are $32,827 six years after entry and $46,264 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Providence Christian College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 20.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Providence Christian College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,000.
How big is Providence Christian College?
Total enrollment is about 168 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Providence Christian College public or private?
Providence Christian College is a private nonprofit institution located in Pasadena, CA.
Is Providence Christian College an HBCU?
No. Providence Christian College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Providence Christian College a tribal college?
No. Providence Christian College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Providence Christian College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Providence Christian College reports 33.9% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Providence Christian College religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Providence Christian College: Undenominational.
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.