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About PLU
Pacific Lutheran University (PLU) — private non-profit christian university. It is located in Tacoma, United States. PLU is working closely with Council of Independent Colleges (CIC). Sport affiliations and memberships: National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
At PLU, you can get a bachelor and master degree in different fields of study.
At PLU, the academic year is arranged according to the 4-1-4 model. It includes two long semesters of approximately 4 months and a short one in between. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees at PLU are equal for locals and foreigners, and start from 25,793 USD per year. With the help of financial support programs, students can partially or fully cover the cost of education. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and available scholarships.
Academic calendar
4-1-4
Financial Aid
Yes
Bachelor
49,459USD/year
Master
25,793USD/year
Additional costs
When choosing an educational institution, it is necessary to take into account additional costs: accommodation, transportation, educational materials, meals and personal expenses.
Before applying to the university, you need to pass an exam for knowledge of the English language. The university accepts the results of IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score is 79. The IELTS score is not lower than 6.5.
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL iBT
79
Master's degree at PLU
The academic performance of a student in an undergraduate program plays an important role in the selection of candidates. In order to enroll at PLU for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 80. IELTS — 6.5 or higher.
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL iBT
80
PLU campus
The suburban campus of PLU combines features of an urban and rural campus. It is located outside the big city, which allows you to focus on your studies. However, it is also not too far, opening up access to more types of recreation, both outdoors and in the city (theaters, museums, restaurants). University students have access to the library. It contains a collection of scientific papers, textbooks and fiction. PLU regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs. For locals, this is a unique opportunity to get in touch with the cultures of other countries, meet representatives of different nationalities and make friends around the world.
After graduation, students are allowed to stay in United States for a year. During this time, graduates can find a job and change their student visa to a work one. You can find other options for immigration in our article.
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