# Pacific Oaks College (pacificoaks.edu) > A non-profit college in Pasadena, CA (plus statewide online), offering degrees and credentials rooted in social justice, early childhood education, human development, and therapy. Founded in 1958 out of Quaker principles, Pacific Oaks offers practitioner-centered bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs, as well as California teaching credentials, preparing students for licensure and leadership. --- ## Priority Programs - [Ed.D. in Early Childhood Education (Online)](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/academic-programs/edd-in-early-childhood-education/)        Doctorate training leaders in early childhood systems, policy, and administration through a primarily online format. - [Online M.A. in Early Childhood Education](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/academic-programs/online-learning/online-ma-early-childhood-education/)        Graduate degree for educators seeking advanced knowledge and career flexibility via an online platform. - [B.A. in Early Childhood Education](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/academic-programs/ba-early-childhood-education/)        Undergraduate program preparing students for work in early childhood settings with a focus on play-based learning and equity. - [California Preliminary Multiple Subject Teaching Credential](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/academic-programs/california-preliminary-multiple-subject-teaching-credential/)        Prepares future K–8 teachers for California state certification through coursework and student teaching. - [M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/academic-programs/ma-marriage-family-therapy/)        Culturally responsive master's program satisfying California MFT licensure requirements. --- ## Degree Levels - [Bachelor's Degrees](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/academic-programs/)        Offers undergraduate majors in early childhood education, human development, and therapy. - [Master's Degrees](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/academic-programs/)        Includes M.A. programs in therapy, education, and human development — all with licensure pathways. - [Doctoral Degrees](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/academic-programs/edd-in-early-childhood-education/)        The Ed.D. in Early Childhood Education is the college's flagship doctoral program. - [Credential & Certificate Programs](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/academic-programs/california-preliminary-multiple-subject-teaching-credential/)        Offers state-authorized teaching credentials and professional certificates. --- ## Accreditation & Licensure - [Institutional Accreditation – WSCUC](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/about/accreditation-affiliation/)        Accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). - [MFT Program Meets CA BBS Requirements](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/academic-programs/ma-marriage-family-therapy/)        Curriculum aligns with California Board of Behavioral Sciences for MFT licensure. - [Teaching Credential Approved by California CCTC](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/academic-programs/california-preliminary-multiple-subject-teaching-credential/)        Program is certified to prepare candidates for California state teaching accreditation. --- ## Campus Locations & Delivery - **Pasadena, CA Campus** — traditional classroom and practicum settings. - **Online Programs** — fully or partially online delivery across CA and beyond. - **Other CA Instructional Sites** — for hybrid offerings in human development and MFT. --- ## Tuition & Financial Aid - [Tuition & Fees](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/tuition-fees/)        Full tuition schedules and fee information for the 2026–2027 academic year. ### Tuition Per Credit Hour (2026–2027) | Degree Type | Tuition Per Credit Hour | |---|---| | Undergraduate Lower Division | $412 | | Undergraduate Upper Division | $917 | | B.A. in Early Childhood Education: Elementary Education & Special Education* | $734 | | Teacher Credential (Undergraduate) | $917 | | M.A. in Early Childhood Education | $1,283 | | M.A. in Education: Special Education | $1,283 | | M.A. in Education: Elementary Education | $1,283 | | Master of Social Work | $1,283 | | Teacher Credential (Graduate) | $1,283 | | M.A. in Human Development | $1,327 | | M.A. in Organizational Leadership & Management | $1,327 | | M.A. in Marriage & Family Therapy | $1,327 | | M.A. in Marriage & Family Therapy, Trauma Studies | $1,327 | | M.A. in Marriage & Family Therapy, African-American Family Studies | $1,327 | | M.A. in Marriage & Family Therapy, Latinx Family Studies | $1,327 | | M.A. in Marriage & Family Therapy, LGBTQIA+ Studies | $1,327 | | Doctoral Program in Early Childhood Education | $1,648 | | Active Duty Military (Undergraduate) | $250 | | Military Families and Veterans (Undergraduate) | $734 | *Students must meet minimum admissions requirements including 46 transferable units and submission of a passing CBEST score to qualify for this tuition rate. ### Selected Fees (2026–2027) | Fee | Amount | |---|---| | Application Fee | $55 | | Tuition Deposit (non-refundable) | $100 | | Institutional Services Fee | $300 per semester | | Student Government Association (SGA) Fee | $10 per semester | | Late Course Registration Fee | $100 | | Late Payment Fee | $50 | | Course Audit Fee | $450 | | Graduation Fee (Undergraduate) | $75 | | Graduation Fee (Graduate) | $100 | | Transcript Fee | $20 | | Duplicate Diploma Fee | $30 | ### Financial Aid Resources - [Financial Aid FAQ](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/admissions/cost-financial-aid/financial-aid-faq/)        Answers to common questions about eligibility, aid types, and the application process. - [Scholarships & Grants](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/admissions/cost-financial-aid/scholarships-and-grants/)        Institutional scholarship and grant opportunities available to eligible students. - [Military & Veteran Tuition Rate](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/admissions/cost-financial-aid/military-veteran-tuition-rate/)        Dedicated tuition rates and resources for active duty military, veterans, and eligible family members. - [International Student Aid](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/admissions/cost-financial-aid/international-student-aid/)        Funding options and guidance for international students enrolling at Pacific Oaks. --- ## Structured Data Examples - [CollegeOrUniversity Schema – Homepage](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/)        Homepage includes `CollegeOrUniversity` JSON-LD structured data defining the institution's name, type, website, and location. - [FAQ Schema – Program Pages](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/academic-programs/)        All program pages include `FAQPage` JSON-LD structured data surfacing common questions and answers about admissions, curriculum, and licensure. - [Article Schema – Blog](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/voices/)        Blog posts include `Article` JSON-LD structured data to support indexing and discovery of education, therapy, and social justice content. --- ## Institutional Context - [About Pacific Oaks](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/about/)        Details on mission, history, values, and social justice foundation. - [Facts & Figures](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/about/facts-and-figures/)        Snapshot of enrollment, campus size, and accreditation reaffirmation. - [State Authorizations](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/state-authorizations/)        Lists states in which the college is authorized to serve students online. --- ## Additional Student Resources - [Admissions](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/admissions/)        Application process, requirements, and admission timelines. - [Academic Catalog](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/academic-catalog/)        Full curriculum, policies, and program requirements. - [Library & Student Resources](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/student-resources/)        Support services, research help, and advising. --- ## Program Exploration & CTAs - [Request Information](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/request-info/)        Form connecting prospective students with admissions advisors. - [Apply Now](https://www.pacificoaks.edu/apply/)        Online application portal for all programs. --- ## Notes This file is optimized to support LLMs and AI agents in accurately understanding Pacific Oaks College's programs, accreditations, and offerings.