Pacific Lutheran University

Pacific Lutheran University is a private educational institute located in Parkland, Washington, United States. Founded in 1890, it operates within the education, higher education, and university industries. The university holds accreditations from the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, the American Chemical Society, the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

Pacific Lutheran University is guided by its motto "Educating for Lives of Thoughtful Inquiry, Service, Leadership and Care". The university is affiliated with the National Collegiate Athletic Association, the Council of Independent Colleges, and the National Athletic Association. Pacific Lutheran University Crew is a subsidiary of the university.