School Information

62.6
Total Enrollment 3,714
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 15 : 1

California Lutheran University

http://www.callutheran.edu/
60 W Olsen Rd, Thousand Oaks, California 91360-2787
(805) 492-2411

The Assessment System is an ongoing process in harmony with CLU’s Mission and Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs). The mission of California Lutheran University is to educate leaders for a global society who are strong in character and judgment, confident in their identity and vocation, and committed to service and justice. California Lutheran University is a diverse scholarly community dedicated to excellence in the liberal arts and professional students. Rooted in the Lutheran tradition of Christian faith, the University encourages critical inquiry into matters of both faith and reason. CLU’s Mission Statement is supported by each of the institution-wide Student Learning ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Private not-for-profit
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army, Air Force)
Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Weekend/evening college
Student Services Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Credit for life experiences
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Evangelical Lutheran Church
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered One but less than two years certificate
Bachelor's degree
Postbaccalaureate certificate
Master's degree
Post-master's certificate
Doctor's degree - professional practice
Campus Setting City: Midsize
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At California Lutheran University, 97.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 83.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $13,493), and 55% receive loans ($7,339 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $10,090. Off campus it is around $9,680.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending California Lutheran University is $25,332 per year.

 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 3,665 people applied to California Lutheran University. Of the applicants, 62.0% were admitted (60.0% male & 64.0% female ) and 20.0% accepted (27.0% male and 16.0% female)

Of the 2,352 undergraduate students at California Lutheran University, 10.0% are part-time. A majority (85.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 35.0% of the 1,362 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     71.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     79.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     58.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     63.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     63.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline January 15th
Admissions Office Phone (805) 493-3135
Admissions Office Email admissions@callutheran.edu
Admissions Office Address Office of Admission 60 W. Olsen Road #1350 Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.callutheran.edu/admission/undergraduate/apply/transfers.php
Admissions Website http://www.callutheran.edu/admission/
Application Fee $45

In order to be accepted to California Lutheran University, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • Completed a college prep course
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
California Lutheran University SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 490
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 580
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 510
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 610
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 490
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 590
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 22
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 26
ACT English (25th Percentile) 21
ACT English (75th Percentile) 28
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 20
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 27
 
California Lutheran University Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Biological and biomedical sciences 29
Biochemistry 7
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 22
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 149 186
Accounting 24
Business Administration and Management, General 62 6
Finance, General 69
International Business/Trade/Commerce 20
Management Information Systems, General 1
Management Science, General 45
Marketing, Other 45
Organizational Behavior Studies 18 40
Small Business Administration/Management 5
Communication, journalism, and related programs 72
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric 47
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other 25
Computer and information sciences and support services 17 25
Computer Science 11 12
Information Science/Studies 6 13
Education 100 7
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 56
Curriculum and Instruction 10
Educational Administration and Supervision, Other 17 7
Educational Leadership and Administration, General 4
Special Education and Teaching, General 13
Engineering 3
Agricultural/Biological Engineering and Bioengineering 3
English language and literature/letters 15
English Language and Literature, General 15
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 5
French Language and Literature 2
Spanish Language and Literature 3
Health professions and related clinical sciences 25
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling 25
History 11
History, General 11
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 35
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 35
Mathematics and statistics 8
Mathematics, General 8
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 13
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 13
Natural resources and conservation 5
Environmental Science 5
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 27
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 27
Philosophy and religious studies 6
Philosophy 5
Religion/Religious Studies 1
Physical sciences 8
Chemistry, General 5
Geology/Earth Science, General 1
Physics, General 2
Psychology 32 13
Clinical Psychology 13
Psychology, General 32
Public administration and social service professions 21
Public Administration 21
Security and protective services 15
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 15
Social sciences 36
Economics, General 1
International Relations and Affairs 3
Political Science and Government, General 14
Social Sciences, General 3
Sociology 15
Visual and performing arts 13
Art/Art Studies, General 6
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 4
Music, General 3
 
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