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Prepare to Succeed in Business and Beyond
Career-Focused Curriculum: Build in-demand skills in management, strategy and leadership to succeed in today’s fast-paced business world.
Values-Driven Leadership: Develop as an ethical leader who integrates integrity, service and faith into every decision.
Flexible Learning Options: Choose from evening, online and cohort-based programs designed for working professionals.
28,000+ Alumni Strong: Network with FPU alumni who are in high demand for their professionalism, leadership and depth and breadth of knowledge in their fields.
Why Choose Fresno Pacific University?
#1 Private University for Social Mobility: FPU is ranked the #1 private university in the nation for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal.
Central Valley’s Only Accredited Christian University: FPU has been uplifting the Central Valley community through education rooted in faith for 80 years.
Affordable and Accessible: We’re committed to making education affordable by providing financial aid to 98% of undergraduates and a four-year graduation guarantee to those who qualify.
#1 Choice for Central Valley Teachers: Our CTC-accredited programs equip aspiring and established educators for serving communities in the Central Valley and beyond (https://www.ctc.ca.gov/).
Hispanic-Serving Institution: FPU is recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) where Hispanic and first-generation students graduate at the same rate as the overall general student population.
Shaping the Heart and Soul of Central California
At Fresno Pacific University, we’re proud to be the Central Valley’s only accredited Christian university. Our deep faith and pride in our community drives us to provide affordable, Christ-centered education that transforms the lives of our students and the communities they serve.
Nulek Sivykeovilay“I would not be in my position today without the cohort programs which allowed me to network with other professionals from different industries. I love the class format, location, and once a week evening class which fit my hectic schedule. Joining FPU was the best decision for my academic career.”
Accreditation and Accolades
- Ranked #1 private university in the U.S. for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal
- Ranked in the Top 20 Best Bang for the Buck in the Western Region by Washington Monthly
- Ranked one of America's Best Colleges by The Wall Street Journal
- Ranked in the Top 50 for Student Experience by The Wall Street Journal
- WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) (https://www.wscuc.org/)
- Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) (https://acbsp.org/)
- California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) (https://www.ctc.ca.gov/)
- Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS) (https://www.ats.edu/)
- Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org/)
- Council on Social Work Education’s Commission on Accreditation (https://www.cswe.org/)