California Lutheran University
As a student and alumnus of Cal Lutheran, you'll gain inroads to the nation's top employers through our fantastic career services programs. Armed with a killer resume; and the right contacts, you'll compete on a global scale in science, business, communications, the arts and a wide range of industries. We don't just talk the talk; 97% of our students are working or attending graduate school within nine months of graduation. Planning for a successful and fulfilling career is important and an education that prepares you for a changing world is one of the greatest gifts you'll ever receive.
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Academic programs
- Design
- Research
- Science
- Technology
- Liberal Arts
- Business
- Education
- Communication
- Music
- Art & Design
- Economics
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Performing Arts
- Social Science
- Visual Arts
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI)
- Intramural/Club Sports
- LGBTQIA Services
- Military/Veteran Services
- On-Campus Housing
- Religious Affiliation
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
- Veteran Fee Waiver
Application information
First-year
First Year applicants are reviewed largely based on high school GPA in a college-prep curriculum, standardized test scores (if submitted), a personal recommendation, and a personal statement presenting your ability to effectively form and articulate thoughts in writing. We accept both SAT and the ACT scores, and also grant college credit for Advanced Placement test scores.
Transfer
Transfer applicants should have a minimum 2.75 transferable GPA and a preferred completion of 30 transferable units. If you have less than 30 units your final high school transcripts will also be used in the admission decision. Completion of freshman English (college level) with a grade of "C" or better as well as successful completion of intermediate algebra is required.
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Additional information
At Cal Lutheran, all are welcome. This is one of the most deeply held values in the Lutheran educational tradition. And its importance is evident on campus—our students come from more than 49 countries and embody a wide variety of faiths, or none at all.
As a student, we will encourage you to ask hard questions and make your own decisions. To tackle the fundamental issues with courage. To choose for yourself whether the information you encounter meets the tests of knowledge and truth. The perspective you gain will allow you to lead a life filled with meaning far beyond the work you choose to do.
As a student, we will encourage you to ask hard questions and make your own decisions. To tackle the fundamental issues with courage. To choose for yourself whether the information you encounter meets the tests of knowledge and truth. The perspective you gain will allow you to lead a life filled with meaning far beyond the work you choose to do.
Visit us
You're looking for the perfect "fit" at a college, and there's no better way to find it than by seeing it for yourself! You can experience a lot during a campus visit — from meeting a professor to taking a personal tour, eating in the cafeteria, auditioning for a fine arts scholarship, or chatting with a coach. We're here to help you explore Cal Lutheran and figure out what's right for you.
"In choosing Cal Lutheran, you'll definitely get a holistic experience of having balance between being a student, actually getting to explore your identity, and discovering what you're passionate about."