Pace University - The Princeton Review College Rankings & Reviews (2024)

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Academics

With an emphasis on student-centered learning and close mentorship, Pace University offers students a liberal arts education in two New York locations. With opportunities in close proximity to the theaters of Broadway, students describe the performing arts department at Pace as "its own entity. Everyone is very creative and talented, [and] passionate about what they do." One student particularly enjoys the firsthand experiences offered at Pace: "I take a lot of studio classes for my major, so while they are three hours long ... I get to have fun learning with hands-on experience." Other programs also earn raves, with one student enthusing: "As a nursing major, we utilize the simulation lab often and when I go there, I am able to practice certain skills ... and gets me excited to eventually become [a nurse]." Professional experiences are a favorite across majors on campus, whether that's "advertising with a real-world client" or "at an on-campus business run by students."

While faculty on campus do "an incredible job setting students up for success and igniting passions within their field," students appreciate that many of them are also "working professionals, [which adds] so much extra knowledge to courses." A second-year student agrees, saying "Our professors all reference their own experience in the field to teach us 'insider information.' This is exceptionally helpful in my health science/public health major, since I get to hear a lot of what these professors had wished they knew going into the field."

Student Body

To describe the diverse, inclusive atmosphere at Pace that they love so much, a third-year student notes "Walking around the campus, you can see everyone...being themselves: dressed in a riot of different colors, styles, personalities coming together in different groups, forming bonds in their differences." Another senior characterizes the atmosphere as "a diverse group of students from all over the world. This makes the community lively, culturally diverse, and exciting." It also makes for an exciting and open place for these "creative, individualistic artists... the talents are limitless." Both Pace campuses are described as "welcoming" environments where students "take care of each other" students appreciate the "growing LGBTQIA+ voice at my campus" and the overall friendliness shown across the school. In essence, Pace offers a "tight-knit atmosphere...Students are willing to connect due to our intimate population. You can't go anywhere without exchanging a hello or a smile with someone you know."

Campus Life

With two relatively close undergraduate campuses-one in Westchester and the other in downtown Manhattan-Pace students can pick between the bucolic university setting and the heart of a thriving city. The 200-acre Westchester campus offers a range of outdoor activities such as hiking and skiing. Students love that "We have lots of different clubs to ensure that there is a chance for everyone to be included," like writing for the school newspaper, singing in the a capella club, or moving with the dance and hip-hop groups. Westchester students particularly enjoy "watching the basketball and football games, and interacting all around campus, especially during spring semester."

Students at the NYC campus enjoy all the city has to offer, including "going to parks, visiting museums, [and] finding new places to eat." Students list drag brunches and food truck days as favorite events, and Greek life and cultural groups such as Hillel are also popular on campus. To the delight of many students, "Pace gives cheap tickets to Broadway shows [and] sports games."

Contact & Visit

Campus Visits Contact

Contact

Andre Cordon
Dean of Admissions

Address

861 Bedford Road
Pleasantville, NY 10570

Phone

914-773-3746

Email

undergradadmission@pace.edu


Experience College Life

Most Popular Places On Campus

Student Union
Fitness Center
Theater
Library
Residence Halls

Most Popular Places Off Campus

All of New York City
Most of Westchester County


Campus Tours

Campus Visiting Center

Monday through Saturday

11 AM to 3 PM Monday through Friday, Saturdays at 11 AM

914-773-3746

Campus Tours

Appointment Required: Yes

Dates: Varies

Times: Varies

Average Length: 2 hours


On Campus Interview

Campus Interviews

Yes

Information Sessions

Available

Times

2 or 3 times during the year on Saturdays


Faculty and Coach Visits

Dates/Times Available

Year-round

Arrangements

Contact Athletic Department

Advance Notice

2 weeks

Contact Email Address for Visit

manthony@pace.edu


Class Visits

Dates/Times Available

Academic Year

Arrangements

Contact Admissions Office


Overnight Dorm Stays

Overnight Dorm Stays

Available

Arrangements

Contact Admissions Office


Transportation

Types of Transportation Available to Campus

Look under "Visit Pace" on www.pace.edu, "Directions to All Locations". The closest airports are JFK and LaGuardia for NYC and White Plains and LaGuardia for Westchester.Newark and Stewart are also available.

Driving Instructions to Campus

Look under "Visit Pace" on www.pace.edu, "Directions to All Locations". There are directions to all campuses for driving as well as public transportation.

Local Accommodations

There are hotels in downtown New York City as well as midtown and in White Plains and Tarrytown for visiting the Westchester Campuses.

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  • Admissions
  • Academics
  • Student Body
  • Campus Life
  • Careers

Admissions

  • Overview
  • GPA Breakdown
  • Testing Policies
  • Deadlines
  • Other Admission Factors
  • Selectivity Rating

Admissions

Overview

Applicants:28,466

Acceptance Rate:77%

Average HS GPA:3.30


GPA Breakdown

37%

4.0

20%

3.50 - 3.74

13%

3.25 - 3.49

17%

3.00 - 3.24

9%

2.50 - 2.99

4%

2.00 - 2.49

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SAT & ACT Test Scores

SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing

25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)

580 - 668

SAT Math

25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)

550 - 660

SAT Composite Scores

25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)

1150 - 1220

ACT Composite Scores

25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)

24 - 29


Testing Policies

Superscore ACT

Yes

Superscore SAT

Yes

Standardized testing policy for use in admission

Test Optional


Deadlines

Early Decision — November 1

Early Action — November 15

Regular — February 15


Other Admission Factors

Academic

Rigor of Secondary School Record

Application Essay


Selectivity Rating

Admissions selectivity rating

85/99


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Academics

  • Faculty and Class Information
  • Graduation Rates
  • Majors
  • Degrees
  • Career Services
  • Prominent Alumni
  • Academic Rating

Academics

Faculty and Class Information

Student/Faculty

16:1

Total Faculty

1,372

with Terminal Degree

753

784

Women

588

Men

419

Minority

46

International

Most frequent class size

10 - 19

Most frequent lab / sub section size

10 - 19

Professors interesting rating

81/99

Professors accessible rating

84/99


Graduation Rates

Graduate in 4 years

50%

Graduate in 5 years

60%

Graduate in 6 years

61%


Majors

  • AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.

  • American/United States Studies/Civilization.
  • Asian Studies/Civilization.
  • Latin American Studies.
  • Women's Studies.
  • BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.

  • Biochemistry.
  • Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
  • Neuroscience.
  • BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.

  • Accounting.
  • Business Administration and Management, General.
  • Business/Commerce, General.
  • Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies.
  • Finance, General.
  • Hotel/Motel Administration/Management.
  • Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General.
  • International Business/Trade/Commerce.
  • International Marketing.
  • Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other.
  • Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
  • COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.

  • Advertising.
  • Communication and Media Studies, Other.
  • Journalism.
  • Mass Communication/Media Studies.
  • Radio and Television.
  • Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
  • COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.

  • Computer and Information Sciences, General.
  • Computer Science.
  • Information Science/Studies.
  • Information Technology Project Management.
  • EDUCATION.

  • Biology Teacher Education.
  • Chemistry Teacher Education.
  • Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
  • Elementary Education and Teaching.
  • English/Language Arts Teacher Education.
  • Mathematics Teacher Education.
  • Social Studies Teacher Education.
  • Spanish Language Teacher Education.
  • ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES AND ENGINEERING-RELATED FIELDS.

  • Telecommunications Technology/Technician.
  • ENGINEERING.

  • Chemical Engineering.
  • ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.

  • English Language and Literature, General.
  • English Literature (British and Commonwealth).
  • Rhetoric and Composition.
  • FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.

  • Foreign Languages and Literatures, General.
  • Spanish Language and Literature.
  • HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.

  • Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
  • Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
  • Pre-Occupational Therapy Studies.
  • Pre-Optometry Studies.
  • Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
  • HISTORY.

  • History, General.
  • HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.

  • Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration.
  • LEISURE AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES.

  • Theatre/Theater.
  • LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.

  • General Studies.
  • Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
  • MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.

  • Mathematics, General.
  • MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.

  • International/Global Studies.
  • Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
  • Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution.
  • NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.

  • Environmental Science.
  • Environmental Studies.
  • PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.

  • Philosophy and Religious Studies, General.
  • PHYSICAL SCIENCES.

  • Chemistry, General.
  • PSYCHOLOGY.

  • Applied Psychology.
  • Personality Psychology.
  • Physiological Psychology/Psychobiology.
  • Psychology, General.
  • Research and Experimental Psychology, Other.
  • SOCIAL SCIENCES.

  • Econometrics and Quantitative Economics.
  • Political Science and Government, General.
  • Sociology and Anthropology.
  • VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.

  • Acting.
  • Art History, Criticism and Conservation.
  • Art/Art Studies, General.
  • Cinematography and Film/Video Production.
  • Dance, General.
  • Directing and Theatrical Production.
  • Film/Cinema/Video Studies.
  • Musical Theatre.
  • Theatre/Theatre Arts Management.

Degrees

Associate
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral
Doctoral Other
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate


Career Services

On-Campus Job Interviews Available

Yes

Career Services

Alumni Network

Alumni Services

Classes

Interest Inventory

Internships

Regional Alumni

Opportunities at School

Coop

Internship


Notable Faculty


Prominent Alumni

Mr. Joseph Ianniello

Interim CEO, CBS Corporation

Mr. Gunther Bright

Executive VP and General Manager of U.S. Large Markets and Global Client Group at AMEX

Robert Robotti

President & CIO of Robotti & Company Advisors LLC

Baroness Ariane de Rothschild

Chairwoman of the Group Executive Committee, The Edmonod de Rothschild Group

Ann Dennison

CFO at NASDAQ

Donna Murphy

Global CEO, Havas Health and You

Robert Sands

Non-Executive Chair, Constellation Brands


Academic Rating

Academic rating

75/99

Careers

  • Graduation Rates
  • Career Services

Careers

Graduation Rates

Graduate in 4 years

50%

Graduate in 5 years

60%

Graduate in 6 years

61%


Career Services

On-Campus Job Interviews Available

Yes

Career Services

Alumni Network

Alumni Services

Classes

Interest Inventory

Internships

Regional Alumni

Opportunities at School

Coop

Internship


ROI & Outcomes

Tuition & Aid

  • Dates
  • Required Forms
  • Available Aid
  • Financial Aid Statistics
  • Financial Aid Rating
  • Expenses per Academic Year

Tuition & Aid

Dates

Application Deadlines

Notification Date

Dec 1


Required Forms

FAFSA
State Aid


Financial Aid Statistics

Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid

$36,326

Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid

$33,600

Average Need-Based Loan

$4,218

Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program

64%

Average amount of loan debt per graduate

$38,568

Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package

$35,529

Financial aid provided to international students

Yes


Expenses per Academic Year

Tuition

$51,382

Required Fees

$1,908

Average Cost for Books and Supplies

$1,000

Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study

No

Board for Commuters

Transportation for Commuters

$1,020


Available Aid

Financial Aid Methodology

Federal

Scholarships and Grants


Need-Based

Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds

Need-Based Federal Nursing Scholarships

Need-Based Federal Pell

Need-Based Private Scholarships

Need-Based SEOG

Need-Based State Scholarships


Non-Need-Based

Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available

Federal Direct Student Loan Programs

Direct PLUS Loans

Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans

Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)

Federal Nursing Loans

Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)

Yes

Direct Lender

No


Financial Aid Rating

Financial Aid Rating

85/99

Student Body

  • Student Body Profile
  • Demographics

Student Body

Overall


Student Body Profile

Total Undergraduate Enrollment

8,176

Foreign Countries Represented

60


Demographics

7.74%

Asian

11.26%

Black

23.03%

Hispanic

45.86%

Caucasian

6.20%

International

66% female

34% male

50% are out of state

91% are full time

9% are part time

Campus Life

  • Campus Life
  • Housing Options
  • Sports
  • Student Activities
  • Special Needs Admissions
  • Student Services
  • Sustainability
  • Campus Security Report
  • Other Information

Campus Life

Overview


Campus Life

Undergrads living on campus

43%

Help finding off-campus housing

No

Quality of life rating

82/99

First-Year Students living on campus

67%

Campus Environment

Large Urban

Fire safety rating

92/99


Housing Options

Dorms Coed

International Student

Theme Housing


Special Needs Admissions

Program / Service Name

OASIS

Type of Program

For LD/ADD Only

Director

Elisse Geberth

College Entrance Tests Required

Yes

Interview Required

No

Documentation Required for LD

Determined on a case-by-case basis

Documentation Required for ADHD

An updated and current neuropsychological evaluation is generally recommended for students with ASD. Documentation that is required is determined on a case-by-case basis.


Special Need Services Offered

Calculator allowed in exams

Yes

Dictionary allowed in exams

Yes

Computer allowed in exams

Yes

Spellchecker allowed in exams

Yes

Extended test time

Yes

Scribes

Yes

Proctors

Yes

Oral exams

Yes

Notetakers

Yes

Distraction-free environment

Yes

Accommodation for students with ADHD

Yes

Reading machine

Yes

Other assistive technology

Yes


Student Activities

Registered Student Organizations

165

Number of Honor Societies

7

Number of Social Sororities

11

Number of Religious Organizations

1

4% join a fraternity

4% join a sorority


Sports

Athletic Division

Division II

7% participate in intramural sports

5% participate in intercollegiate sports

Men's Sports (Setters)

6 Sports


Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Lacrosse
Swimming

Women's Sports (Setters)

8 Sports


Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Volleyball


Student Services

Health

LGBT Support Groups

Minority Support Groups: www.pace.edu(look under Life on Campus)

Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Fordham University


Sustainability

Green rating

91/99

School Has Formal Sustainability Committee

Yes

Sustainability-focused degree available

Yes

School employs a sustainability officer

Yes

Public GHG inventory plan

Yes

Available Transportation Alternatives


Bike Share

Yes

Carpool/Vanpool Matching Program

Yes

Condensed Work Week Option For Employees

Yes

Indoor And Secure Bike Storage, Shower Facilities, And Lockers For Bicycle Commuters

Yes

School Developed Bicycle Plan

Yes

School Offers A Telecommute Program For Employees

Yes

Data provided by Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE), STARS®, as of March, 2023.

Campus Security Report

Campus Security Report

The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.

Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety

The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/


Other Information

Campus-wide Internet Network

Yes

% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet

100

Fee for Network Use

Yes

Partnerships with Technology Companies

No

Personal computer included in tuition for each student

No

Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors

Yes

Description

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