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Pacifica Graduate Institute

Carpinteria, CA·For-Profit·www.pacifica.edu/
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Campus Identity

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Pacifica Graduate Institute is a private for-profit university in Carpinteria, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 4 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Pacifica Graduate Institute is a private for-profit university in Carpinteria, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 4 miles from the ocean. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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In-State Tuition
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Out-of-State Tuition
$6,970
Room & Board
12 meals/week
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Rural setting

Beach Access

4 miles

Carpinteria, CA

Weather

Warm Climate

61°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

94 mi away
108 mi away
290 skiable acres14 lifts

Beach Town

Carpinteria, CA

Ocean access within 3.8 miles

4 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Carpinteria, CA

57°Jan57°Feb59°Mar61°Apr63°May65°Jun68°Jul69°Aug69°Sep66°Oct61°Nov56°Dec

Station: SANTA BARBARA · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

100/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety100100100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Room & Board
$6,970
Total
$6,970
Meal Plan: 12 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

6 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Clinical, Counseling and Applied PsychologyMaster's
99 grads/yr$51,814
Psychology, OtherMaster's
41 grads/yr
Psychology, OtherDoctoral
30 grads/yr$67,625
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesMaster's
29 grads/yr
Clinical, Counseling and Applied PsychologyDoctoral
15 grads/yr$105,793

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
Doctoral15 grads$105,793
Psychology, Other
Doctoral30 grads$67,625
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
Master's99 grads$51,814
Psychology, Other
Master's41 grads
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Master's29 grads
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Doctoral10 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Pacifica Graduate Institute located?

Pacifica Graduate Institute is located in Carpinteria, CA. The main campus address is 249 Lambert Rd, Carpinteria, CA. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

Is Pacifica Graduate Institute the right fit for me?

Whether Pacifica Graduate Institute is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost and financial aid, campus culture in Carpinteria, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Pacifica Graduate Institute against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Pacifica Graduate Institute directly for the most current information.

Quick Facts

Type
For-Profit
Location
Carpinteria, CA
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Master's, Doctoral
School Year Weather
Warm · 61°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
100/100
Nearest Airport
Santa Barbara, CA (SBA) · 15 mialso OXR (26 mi), NTD (34 mi)

Location

Carpinteria, CA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.