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John Paul the Great Catholic University

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world rank  6656

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Overview

Founded in 2003, the John Paul the Great Catholic University is a non-profit private multidisciplinary higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Escondido (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), California. Officially accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, John Paul the Great Catholic University (JPCatholic) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 250-499 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. John Paul the Great Catholic University (JPCatholic) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 21-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. JPCatholic also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

John Paul the Great Catholic University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

John Paul the Great Catholic University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

John Paul the Great Catholic University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

John Paul the Great Catholic University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym JPCatholic
Founded 2003
Motto Impact Culture for Christ
Colours Red and gold
Mascot Pelican
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University Location

Address 155 W. Grand Avenue
Escondido
92025 California
United States
John Paul the Great Catholic University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
John Paul the Great Catholic University Phone Number +1 (858) 653 6740
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following John Paul the Great Catholic University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify John Paul the Great Catholic University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This John Paul the Great Catholic University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at John Paul the Great Catholic University.

John Paul the Great Catholic University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
25,000-29,999 US$
(22,780-27,340 Euro)
Not reported
International
students
25,000-29,999 US$
(22,780-27,340 Euro)
Not reported

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic John Paul the Great Catholic University's admission information.

John Paul the Great Catholic University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


John Paul the Great Catholic University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has John Paul the Great Catholic University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

John Paul the Great Catholic University's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is neither required nor recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


John Paul the Great Catholic University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


John Paul the Great Catholic University's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for John Paul the Great Catholic University.

John Paul the Great Catholic University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

John Paul the Great Catholic University has an enrollment range of 250-499 students making it a very small-sized institution.


John Paul the Great Catholic University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of under-50 academic employees (Faculty).


John Paul the Great Catholic University's Control Type Control Type

John Paul the Great Catholic University is a private higher education institution.


John Paul the Great Catholic University's Entity Type Entity Type

John Paul the Great Catholic University is a non-profit higher education institution.


John Paul the Great Catholic University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


John Paul the Great Catholic University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Quarters type of academic calendar.


John Paul the Great Catholic University is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

John Paul the Great Catholic University has a Christian-Catholic affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official John Paul the Great Catholic University's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Size & Setting Four-year, very small, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile Exclusively undergraduate four-year
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, inclusive, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions focus, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Other-dominant, with other professional programs

Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of John Paul the Great Catholic University's main facilities:


John Paul the Great Catholic University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit John Paul the Great Catholic University's Library

John Paul the Great Catholic University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 17,924 physical volumes, 270 physical mediaThe library is managed by a total number of 1 full-time employees, including 0 librarians. The library has a total library expenditure lower than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

John Paul the Great Catholic University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the John Paul Great Catholic University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 229 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

John Paul the Great Catholic University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of John Paul the Great Catholic University's main services:


John Paul the Great Catholic University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

John Paul the Great Catholic University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

John Paul the Great Catholic University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.

John Paul the Great Catholic University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

John Paul the Great Catholic University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


John Paul the Great Catholic University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

John Paul the Great Catholic University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: WASC Senior College and University Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2015


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Twitter X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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