Overview
Established in 1922, the Seventh-day Adventist denomination established La Sierra University on acreage formerly part of the Rancho La Sierra Mexican land grant. Today the institution provides more than 120 bachelors, masters and doctoral degrees for about 2,300 students. "To Seek, To Know, and To Serve" is the key to the mission that drives La Sierra University, with all areas of campus encouraging students to develop a deeper relationship with God.
Acceptance Rate:
92%
Average Net Price:
$24,891
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
3.5
Average ACT Composite
20
Average SAT Composite
1034
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Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $35,910 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $35,910 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $11,670 |
| Books and Supplies | $1350 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
59%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
46%
Average Aid Per Year
$21,867
46%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,000
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$15,341
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
44%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$7776
51%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,000
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$17,577,184
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$3,545,673
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
62%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,826
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$19,949
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$259
Students receiving federal loans
62%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,311
Average Other Loans Per Year
$20,476
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Seventh Day Adventist
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
1878
Students Applied
42%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
97
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | February 1 | |
| Spring Regular Decision | March 1 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Applications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
2%
Submitting ACT
25%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 20
Average SAT Composite: 1034
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.5
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
1,614
Total Number of Undergrads
1,263
0
100
35%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
57%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
10:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
76
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Major city
US States Represented
35
Countries Represented
28
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
40%
Student Organizations
29
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
25%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
25%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Golden Eagles
School Colors
purple and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NAIA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
81
Total Female Athletes
65
Intramural Sports
5
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Soccer
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball
La Sierra University Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$54,600
Top 5 Cities
Los Angeles
San Francisco
San Diego
Portland
Sacramento
Top 5 Employers
La Sierra University
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda University Medical Center
Kaiser Permanente
Loma Linda University Health
Top 5 Sectors
Education
Business Development
Healthcare Services
Operations
Community and Social Services
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$19,949
Loan Default Rate
3%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$259
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingI learned more at this school then any other I have attended. It is a great small school and I loved it!
Nikki from Perris, CA
La Sierra provides students with plenty of information to get that student to the next step. I believe a student will learn a lot going to this school, because they make sure each student is given the materials and opportunity to learn everything they need to learn in order to continue with their dreams.
SARA from Riverside, CA
They do care about their students and provide all means of following up them in their daily life so as to make sure they are living well loving the atmosphere and feeling well
Belyse
LSU is a small campus so its easy to get around. The teachers and professors are great. Everyone is friendly.
sophomore
La Sierra is a fantastic Christian school. Everyone is connected, friendly, and strives to help you through your college career. The environment is relaxed, but definitely focused and determined, and is always centered around God.
Elizabeth
A well rounded school developed around the church. It has many resources, and keeps students in high regard. The faculty is friendly and helpful.
Kelian from Colton, CA
La Sierra is a small, private, christian university with a diverse student population. It's located in Riverside, California conveniently located about 45 minutes from Los Angeles. Thanks to its privileged location, it's possible to ski, go to the beach and surf all in one day!
Jarrel from Prospect, TN
LSU is an excellent school. Everyone is really friendly. It feels like home.
Vontavia from Compton, CA
La Sierra University is an excellent school that only strives the best for the students that attend. The professors here at La Sierra go above and beyond to meet the needs of the students.
Hannah from Eastvale, CA
La Sierra is a small great Adventist University. Here you will find a warm environment and an everlasting education. Diversity is what makes this school unique, people from all over the world come here and everlasting friendships are made.
Cynthia from Fontana, CA
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