The FAFSA Isn’t Open Yet… But Here’s How You Can Prep for Financial Aid Season
If you’re in the middle of applying to colleges, chances are you’ve heard about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Filling out the FAFSA is one of the best ways to make sure colleges, including PLU, can put together a financial aid package…
YouTube Short: PLU Parkland Night Market & Taste of Garfield Street
At PLU, student life is dynamic, both on and off campus. During New Student Orientation , Zari explored the Parkland Night Market, where local vendors showcased their unique offerings, and then headed to the Taste of Garfield Street to give a quick rundown of the…
PLU Welcomes the Class of 2028: Trailblazers
As Pacific Lutheran University welcomes the Class of 2028, the university celebrates not just a new academic year but a new generation of students defined by the spirit of innovation, resilience, and transformation. The Admission staff has dubbed this cohort “Trailblazers” due to their distinctive…
How to Visit PLU This Fall
Are you already scheduling some of your fall college visits? If you’re checking out colleges in the Pacific Northwest, PLU should definitely be on your list! Here are some options to put on your calendar: Fall Preview Day – November 11 Our biggest fall event…
5 Things You Should Know About Living On-Campus at PLU
Our new Lutes are officially moved in and ready to start their college journey. To kick things off, here are 5 cool facts about living on campus. 1. Find Your Community At PLU, every residential student is part of a Learning Community (LC), which means…
Major Minute: Communication
Curious about what it’s like to major in Communication at PLU? In this quick video, Professor Amy Young breaks down the essentials of the program, from the dynamic courses you’ll take to the real-world skills you’ll gain. Whether you’re into film studies, media, public relations,…
Understanding College Costs: The Real Price You’ll Pay
A recent Niche.com survey revealed an interesting stat: “76% of juniors consider the total cost when deciding where to apply. Colleges with a sticker price over $40,000 per year are eliminated early by about half of students.” At PLU, the sticker price is over $40,000,…
Unlocking Full-Ride and Full-Tuition Scholarships at PLU
When it comes to securing full-ride scholarships, they are quite rare at most colleges and universities. A full-ride scholarship covers all expenses related to attending school – tuition, student fees, housing, food, and more. The reality is that only a small number of students receive…
Summer Reading Recommendations
Need some good reads for your summer hammock-lounging, sunshine-soaking (wear sunscreen!), finally-you-can-read-something-fun-and-not-for-class time? Check out these books from PLU grads and talented YA authors, Marissa Meyer and Courtney Gould. Meet Marissa Meyer Marissa is the #1 New York Times-bestselling author behind The Lunar Chronicles, Heartless,…
Stuart Gavidia ’24 majored in computer science while interning at Amazon, Cannon, and Pierce County
Stuart Gavidia is a first generation Latino student and spent most of his life in Lakewood and then Spanaway, about 10 minutes from PLU, and he knew he wanted to come here for college, so he could remain close to his family. From an early…
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