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John Paul the Great Catholic University

Escondido, CA

Private

4 Year

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Nestled in the heart of Escondido, California, John Paul the Great Catholic University (JPCatholic) provides a unique blend of faith-based education and innovative academic programs. The university fosters a vibrant community where students are encouraged to integrate their Catholic faith with their professional aspirations.
287
Students
79%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
287
Classification
4 Year
Type
Private, Religious
Religious Affiliation
Catholic
At JPCatholic, the curriculum is designed to inspire creativity, promote ethical leadership, and cultivate the entrepreneurial spirit within a deeply Catholic framework. Students engage with experienced faculty who bring real-world expertise to the classroom, bridging the gap between theory and practice. The university’s mission emphasizes not only academic excellence but also personal growth, moral integrity, and a commitment to service. With a focus on arts, business, and media, JPCatholic offers an enriching environment where students can thrive academically while deepening their spiritual and personal development. JPCatholic stands as a beacon of faith-filled innovation, preparing students to make a meaningful impact on the world.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into John Paul the Great Catholic University?

79% acceptance rate
Less Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
1146
Testing
Test Optional
Average High School GPA
Unknown
Application Deadlines
Early Decision
No

The most important factors John Paul the Great Catholic University considers when admitting students are:

  • Academic GPA
  • Application Essay
  • Class Rank

Financials

See what it costs to attend John Paul the Great Catholic University.

$ 44,375
Overall list price
$ 35,175
Average net price
$ 34,747
Merit Price™
Very Generous
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending John Paul the Great Catholic University?

Suburb
Campus Setting
Democrat
State vote for president
Weather
Sunny days
Very Sunny
Average winter temp
58°
Average summer temp
72°

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at John Paul the Great Catholic University.

15:1
Student to faculty ratio
63%
4-year grad rate
64%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at John Paul Catholic are:

  • Communication and Media Studies
  • Communication, General
  • Humanities/Humanistic Studies

Demographics

Who attends John Paul the Great Catholic University?

43
States represented
7
Countries represented
No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
287
Women
45%
Men
55%

Housing

What's it like living at John Paul the Great Catholic University?

$12,173
Room & Board
0.8
Housing units / student
77
%
Students on campus

FAQs

How much does John Paul the Great Catholic University cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $44,375 to attend John Paul Catholic.

How many people attend John Paul the Great Catholic University?

287 people attend John Paul Catholic. 287 are undergraduate students and 0 are graduate students.

Where is John Paul the Great Catholic University located?

John Paul the Great Catholic University is located in Escondido, California. It is in a Suburb environment.

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