Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger ProgramsPrivate (nonprofit)
University of the People
Acceptance
Open admission
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6-yr Graduation
34%
-34.0pp vs Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
Total enrollment
41,961
peer median 769
Avg net price
No federal aid
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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
$1,400
Out-of-state
$1,400
Academic programs at University of the People
Top program areas ranked by completions.
Distinct CIP programs7
UndergraduateOffered
GraduateOffered
Top program families by completions
7,483 total completions
01Business
4,01053.6%
01Business
4,01053.6%
02Computer Sciences
1,97826.4%
02Computer Sciences
1,97826.4%
03Health Professions
75110.0%
03Health Professions
75110.0%
04Education
7449.9%
04Education
7449.9%
Enrollment trends & demographics
Fall headcount, 12-month unduplicated enrollment, and student body composition.
Fall total
41,961
12-mo unduplicated
66,137
Undergraduate
58,606
Graduate
7,531
Gender split
Men
55%36,540
Women
45%29,597
Race / ethnicity composition
Unknown
87.9%
White
4.7%
Hispanic
2.7%
Black
2.6%
Asian
1.6%
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.
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SubjectUniversity of the People | 34% | Open admission | 41,961 | No federal aid | Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs |
| No freshman cohort | No freshman entry | 5,514 | No federal aid | — | |
| 100% | 92.5% | 981 | No federal aid | — | |
| — | Open admission | 191 | $26,988 | — | |
| — | Open admission | 319 | No federal aid | — | |
| — | Not reported | — | $32,348 | Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions | |
| — | Not reported | — | $34,326 | Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions | |
| — | Not reported | — | $33,884 | Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions | |
| — | Not reported | — | $35,448 | Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions | |
| — | Not reported | — | $33,485 | — | |
| — | Not reported | — | $34,275 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Not reported | — | $34,536 | — | |
| 90% | 20.7% | 1,792 | No federal aid | Baccalaureate | |
| Grad-only | Grad-only | 632 | Grad-only | — | |
| 100% | Open admission | 436 | $28,597 | — | |
| 89% | 3.0% | 669 | No federal aid | — | |
| No freshman cohort | Open admission | 1,077 | No federal aid | — | |
| 70% | Open admission | 2,349 | $10,829 | — | |
| 66% | 83.9% | 413 | No federal aid | Baccalaureate | |
| 74% | 77.4% | 425 | No federal aid | Baccalaureate | |
| 74% | 44.4% | 339 | Not reported | Baccalaureate | |
| No freshman cohort | No freshman entry | 1,963 | No federal aid | — | |
| 0% | Open admission | 741 | $21,340 | Baccalaureate | |
| 0% | Open admission | 796 | $23,896 | — | |
| 0% | Open admission | 252 | $16,943 | — | |
| No freshman cohort | No freshman entry | 974 | No federal aid | — | |
| 35% | 55.9% | 4,298 | No federal aid | — | |
| 21% | 57.7% | 2,850 | No federal aid | — | |
| No freshman cohort | 100.0% | 238 | No federal aid | — | |
| Peer group median | 68% | 57.7% | 769 | $32,348 |
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Grad rate100%Admit rate92.5%Enrollment981Net priceNo federal aidView data - Virginia
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Grad rate—Admit rateOpen admissionEnrollment191Net price$26,988View data - Texas
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Grad rate—Admit rateOpen admissionEnrollment319Net priceNo federal aidView data - Special Focus Two-Year: Health ProfessionsFlorida
Florida Career College-Boynton Beach
Grad rate—Admit rateNot reportedEnrollment—Net price$32,348View data - Special Focus Two-Year: Health ProfessionsFlorida
Florida Career College-Hialeah
Grad rate—Admit rateNot reportedEnrollment—Net price$34,326View data - Special Focus Two-Year: Health ProfessionsTexas
Florida Career College-Houston
Grad rate—Admit rateNot reportedEnrollment—Net price$33,884View data - Special Focus Two-Year: Health ProfessionsFlorida
Florida Career College-Lauderdale Lakes
Grad rate—Admit rateNot reportedEnrollment—Net price$35,448View data - Florida
Florida Career College-Margate
Grad rate—Admit rateNot reportedEnrollment—Net price$33,485View data - Special Focus Two-Year: Technical ProfessionsFlorida
Florida Career College-Miami
Grad rate—Admit rateNot reportedEnrollment—Net price$34,275View data - Florida
Florida Career College-West Palm Beach
Grad rate—Admit rateNot reportedEnrollment—Net price$34,536View data - BaccalaureateMichigan
Hillsdale College
Grad rate90%Admit rate20.7%Enrollment1,792Net priceNo federal aidView data - Idaho
Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine
Grad rateGrad-onlyAdmit rateGrad-onlyEnrollment632Net priceGrad-onlyView data - California
Lincoln University
Grad rate100%Admit rateOpen admissionEnrollment436Net price$28,597View data - California
Minerva University
Grad rate89%Admit rate3.0%Enrollment669Net priceNo federal aidView data - Louisiana
NationsUniversity
Grad rateNo freshman cohortAdmit rateOpen admissionEnrollment1,077Net priceNo federal aidView data - Louisiana
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Grad rate70%Admit rateOpen admissionEnrollment2,349Net price$10,829View data - BaccalaureateIdaho
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Grad rate66%Admit rate83.9%Enrollment413Net priceNo federal aidView data - BaccalaureateVirginia
Patrick Henry College
Grad rate74%Admit rate77.4%Enrollment425Net priceNo federal aidView data - BaccalaureateIllinois
Principia College
Grad rate74%Admit rate44.4%Enrollment339Net priceNot reportedView data - Maryland
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Grad rate0%Admit rateOpen admissionEnrollment741Net price$21,340View data - New Jersey
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Grad rate0%Admit rateOpen admissionEnrollment796Net price$23,896View data - West Virginia
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Grad rate21%Admit rate57.7%Enrollment2,850Net priceNo federal aidView data - California
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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 acceptance rate at University of the People?
University of the People does not have a reported acceptance rate. This institution has an open admission policy: it admits all applicants who meet basic requirements, so it does not report a selective admit rate.
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.
What is the average net price at University of the People?
University of the People does not have a reported average net price. This institution does not participate in federal (Title IV) student aid, so no federal net price is calculated.
Where is University of the People located?
University of the People is located in Pasadena, California 91101.
About the data on this page
Every figure comes from an official federal or public source. Here is each one and the release it is currently on.
IPEDSFall 2025–26 release, published July 28, 2026
Enrollment, completions, graduation rates, tuition, financial aid, staffing, and finance for every U.S. institution in federal student aid programs.
College ScorecardJune 10, 2026 release (merged 2025–26 files)
Institution and field-of-study costs, graduate earnings, debt, completion, and admissions outcomes compiled from federal aid records, tax data, and IPEDS.
FVT/GE program performanceProvisional preview, May 18, 2026 release
Program-level debt-to-earnings and earnings-premium measures behind the FVT/GE and STATS accountability frameworks.
DAPIP accreditationContinuously refreshed
Accreditation status for institutions and programs, reported by recognized accrediting agencies.
Federal Pell Grant & loan volumeAY 2025–26 (through Q3), through March 31, 2026
Pell Grant and Direct Loan recipient counts, award amounts, and disbursement volume by institution and award year.
Cohort Default RatesFY 2022 official rates
Institution-level federal student loan default rates, measuring borrowers who default within three years of entering repayment.
Equity in Athletics (EADA)Academic year 2024–25
Athletics participation, coaching, revenues, and expenses by sport and gender for Title IV institutions.
Campus Safety & SecurityData through reporting year 2024
Criminal offenses, arrests, disciplinary actions, VAWA offenses, and fire statistics reported by campus under the Clery Act.
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