Overview
Enrollment
| Location | San Diego, California |
| Online | jpcatholic.com |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
John Paul the Great Catholic University, located in Escondido, California, approximately 30 miles north of downtown San Diego, is a private Catholic institution established in 2003. The university occupies a modern urban campus in the city's downtown district, with academic facilities and student residences integrated into the surrounding community. JPCatholic, as it is commonly known, focuses primarily on creative arts, business, and theology programs, with particular emphasis on media production, animation, gaming, and entrepreneurial studies. The university operates on a year-round trimester system, enabling students to complete their undergraduate degrees in three years, with required student housing for undergraduates in nearby apartment complexes. The institution maintains a selective admissions process and emphasizes hands-on experience through its studio project model, where students collaborate on professional creative projects throughout their academic career.
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,905 |
| Other Fees | $1,000 |
| Room and Board | $13,230 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,860 |
| Total One Year Cost | $47,995 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Visual and Performing Arts | 44% |
| Theology and Religious Vvocations | 26% |
| Business | 26% |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | 3% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=462354 IPEDS survey data for John Paul the Great Catholic University.
Current students may use the John Paul the Great Catholic University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024