Costs, Scholarships, & Financial Aid
Planning how to finance your education is an important part of shaping your future, especially as you balance school, work, family, and community commitments. As federal funding rules evolve, this page brings together clear, current information on financial aid, scholarships, and other resources to support you in making informed decisions. Our goal is to provide guidance that respects your lived experience and helps you move forward with clarity and confidence—whether you are learning online, in Pasadena, or in one of our cohort locations.
Federal Legislation Updates
Stay up to date with changes and proposals that may impact federal student aid programs.
Tuition and Fees
Click the Tuition and Fees link for the 2025-2026 Academic Year, beginning with the Fall 2025 semester.
Military and Veteran Tuition Rate
Pacific Oaks is proud to be a yellow ribbon school and it is a privilege for us to provide support for those who serve. That is why we are proud to offer tuition rates for active duty personnel or veterans of the U.S. Military and National Guard and their eligible dependents.
International Student Aid
Learn more about International Student Aid as well as International Scholarship opportunities.
Apply for Federal Financial Aid
We encourage all prospective students to apply for financial aid, regardless of their financial circumstances. Learn more.
Scholarships and Grants
In keeping with our values of equality and inclusion, Pacific Oaks seeks to attract a diverse group of students who will thrive in this learning environment. Through the generosity of numerous donors who believe in the mission of Pacific Oaks College, we are pleased to offer scholarship assistance to support your academic journey and to reward your academic excellence. In addition, the federal and state government provides funds to eligible students. The award amounts of these grants varies based on need and the funds do not need to be paid back. Learn more about scholarship and grant opportunities at Pacific Oaks.
Federal Work Study Programs
The Federal Work Study (FWS) Program provides meaningful work experience for eligible students who demonstrate financial need.
Learn more about FWS programs at Pacific Oaks.
Loans
Advancing your education takes a significant financial commitment. In addition to the scholarships, grants, and reduced rates that are available to help manage this commitment, federal loans are available.
Let Pacific Oaks help you navigate how you fund your education.
Financial Aid Services & Resources
Learn more about additional financial aid services and resources.
Contact Financial Aid
45 Eureka Street
Pasadena, CA 91103
Dial (800) 645-8603
Press “Option 2” for Student Finance
THEN:
For Financial Aid: Option 1
For Student Accounts: Option 2
888-307-1154 (Fax)
General FA E-mail
Student Accounts Email
Office Hours
Monday- Friday 7:00am-6pm PST