Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger ProgramsPrivate nonprofit
University of the People
6-yr Graduation
34%
-34.0pp vs Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
Total enrollment
41,961
peer median 769
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About
The University of the People (UoPeople) is a private distance education university based in Pasadena, California. Founded in 2009 by Shai Reshef, the university is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).
Graduation rate & outcomes
Completion, retention, and the equity gap between Pell and non-Pell students.
Overall completion
34%-34.0pp vs Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
Overall completion
34%-34.0pp vs Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
4-year graduation
17%
4-year graduation
17%
6-year graduation (bachelor’s)
29%
6-year graduation (bachelor’s)
29%
Accreditation status & history
Who accredits the institution, current standing, and any past actions.
AccreditedInstitutional accreditor
WASC Senior College and University Commission
Accredited since 2024Next review Feb 2031
PreaccreditedInstitutional accreditor
WASC Senior College and University Commission
Accredited since 2021Next review Feb 2031
AccreditedInstitutional accreditor
Distance Education Accrediting Commission
Accredited since 2014Next review Jan 2027
Action history · 5
- Dec 2025Loss of Accreditation or Preaccreditation: Voluntary WithdrawalDistance Education Accrediting Commission
- Nov 2025Voluntary Withdrawal ReceivedDistance Education Accrediting Commission
- Jul 2024Initial AccreditationWASC Senior College and University Commission
- Jan 2022Renewal of AccreditationDistance Education Accrediting Commission
- Jan 2017Renewal of AccreditationDistance Education Accrediting Commission
Tuition & cost
What families actually pay, broken down by family income.
Net price by income not reported.
Federal loans
0.0%
In-state tuition
$1,200
Out-of-state
$1,200
Academic programs at University of the People
Top program areas ranked by completions.
Distinct CIP programs7
UndergraduateOffered
GraduateOffered
Top program families by completions
5,671 total completions
01Business
3,25057.3%
01Business
3,25057.3%
02Computer Sciences
1,13119.9%
02Computer Sciences
1,13119.9%
03Education
73613.0%
03Education
73613.0%
04Health Professions
5549.8%
04Health Professions
5549.8%
Enrollment trends & demographics
Fall headcount, 12-month unduplicated enrollment, and student body composition.
Fall total
41,961
12-mo unduplicated
62,952
Undergraduate
53,970
Graduate
8,982
Gender split
Men
55%34,796
Women
45%28,156
Race / ethnicity composition
Unknown
86.4%
White
5.5%
Black
2.9%
Hispanic
2.8%
Asian
1.7%
Two or more
0.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%
Student-faculty ratio
Student-to-faculty ratio and instructional staff counts.
Student-to-faculty
28.0:1
University of the People vs Peer comparison
The peer institutions University of the People selected for federal comparison reporting.
This institutionPeer median
A larger shape on any axis means this institution outperforms its peers on that dimension. For acceptance rate and net price, lower raw values are inverted so "more selective" and "more affordable" appear larger.
| Carnegie | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SubjectUniversity of the People | 34% | — | 41,961 | — | Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs |
| — | — | 5,514 | — | — | |
| 100% | 92.5% | 981 | — | — | |
| — | — | 191 | $26,254 | — | |
| — | — | 319 | — | — | |
| — | — | — | $32,348 | Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions | |
| — | — | — | $34,326 | Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions | |
| — | — | — | $33,884 | Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions | |
| — | — | — | $35,448 | Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions | |
| — | — | — | $33,485 | — | |
| — | — | — | $34,275 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | — | — | $34,536 | — | |
| 90% | 20.7% | 1,792 | — | Baccalaureate | |
| — | — | 632 | — | — | |
| 100% | — | 436 | — | — | |
| 89% | 3.0% | 669 | — | — | |
| — | — | 1,077 | — | — | |
| 70% | — | 2,349 | — | — | |
| 66% | 83.9% | 413 | — | Baccalaureate | |
| 74% | 77.4% | 425 | — | Baccalaureate | |
| 74% | 44.4% | 339 | — | Baccalaureate | |
| — | — | 1,963 | — | — | |
| 0% | — | 741 | — | Baccalaureate | |
| 0% | — | 796 | — | — | |
| 0% | — | 252 | $16,943 | — | |
| — | — | 974 | — | — | |
| 35% | 55.9% | 4,298 | — | — | |
| 21% | 57.7% | 2,850 | — | — | |
| — | 100.0% | 238 | — | — | |
| Peer group median | 68% | 57.7% | 769 | $33,884 |
Institutions like University of the People
Explore the federal data for institutions in University of the People's comparison group.
- Pennsylvania
American College of Financial Services
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment5,514Net price—View data - California
California Northstate University
Grad rate100%Admit rate92.5%Enrollment981Net price—View data - Virginia
Centura College-Chesapeake
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment191Net price$26,254View data - Texas
College of Biomedical Equipment Technology
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment319Net price—View data - Special Focus Two-Year: Health ProfessionsFlorida
Florida Career College-Boynton Beach
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment—Net price$32,348View data - Special Focus Two-Year: Health ProfessionsFlorida
Florida Career College-Hialeah
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment—Net price$34,326View data - Special Focus Two-Year: Health ProfessionsTexas
Florida Career College-Houston
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment—Net price$33,884View data - Special Focus Two-Year: Health ProfessionsFlorida
Florida Career College-Lauderdale Lakes
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment—Net price$35,448View data - Florida
Florida Career College-Margate
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment—Net price$33,485View data - Special Focus Two-Year: Technical ProfessionsFlorida
Florida Career College-Miami
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment—Net price$34,275View data - Florida
Florida Career College-West Palm Beach
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment—Net price$34,536View data - BaccalaureateMichigan
Hillsdale College
Grad rate90%Admit rate20.7%Enrollment1,792Net price—View data - Idaho
Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment632Net price—View data - California
Lincoln University
Grad rate100%Admit rate—Enrollment436Net price—View data - California
Minerva University
Grad rate89%Admit rate3.0%Enrollment669Net price—View data - Louisiana
NationsUniversity
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment1,077Net price—View data - Louisiana
New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
Grad rate70%Admit rate—Enrollment2,349Net price—View data - BaccalaureateIdaho
New Saint Andrews College
Grad rate66%Admit rate83.9%Enrollment413Net price—View data - BaccalaureateVirginia
Patrick Henry College
Grad rate74%Admit rate77.4%Enrollment425Net price—View data - BaccalaureateIllinois
Principia College
Grad rate74%Admit rate44.4%Enrollment339Net price—View data - Maryland
SANS Technology Institute
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment1,963Net price—View data - BaccalaureateArkansas
Strayer University-Arkansas
Grad rate0%Admit rate—Enrollment741Net price—View data - New Jersey
Strayer University-New Jersey
Grad rate0%Admit rate—Enrollment796Net price—View data - West Virginia
Strayer University-West Virginia
Grad rate0%Admit rate—Enrollment252Net price$16,943View data - California
Teachers College of San Joaquin
Grad rate—Admit rate—Enrollment974Net price—View data - Kentucky
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Grad rate35%Admit rate55.9%Enrollment4,298Net price—View data - Texas
The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Grad rate21%Admit rate57.7%Enrollment2,850Net price—View data - California
University of Silicon Andhra
Grad rate—Admit rate100.0%Enrollment238Net price—View data
Reports & documents (2)
Dashboards, factbooks, data dictionaries, and other reference material published by the IR office.
- DFR reportIPEDS Data Feedback Report 20242024nces.ed.gov
- Strategic planUniversity of the People Institutional Three-Year Strategic Plan2021The University of the People Three-Year Strategic Plan for 2022-2024 aims to maintain sustainable growth, enhance academic quality, and improve both student satisfaction and career opportunities. The plan focuses on leveraging technology and data, optimizing marketing strategies, and expanding operations, particularly in strategic locations like India. By setting ambitious growth targets and emphasizing academic excellence, UoPeople intends to support its mission of providing accessible, affordable online education to qualified students worldwide.uopeople.edu
Notable alumni of University of the People (3)
A curated list of alumni recognized for notable achievements across industries.
- Woody R. Clermont
- Khalila Mbowe
- Brandon Whipple
Frequently asked questions about University of the People
Quick answers to the questions most often asked about University of the People.
What is the graduation rate at University of the People?
University of the People reports a 6-year graduation rate of 34% per the latest IPEDS.
How many students attend University of the People?
University of the People reports a total enrollment of 41,961 students per the latest IPEDS.
Where is University of the People located?
University of the People is located in Pasadena, California 91101.
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