California Lutheran University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Thousand Oaks, CA. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.

The California Lutheran's 2024 tuition & fees is $50,670 for the academic year 2023-2024. 94% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $29,756.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 3,615 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).

California Lutheran's acceptance rate is 89.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 12.00%. The median SAT scores is 1220 and the ACT socre is 26.

California Lutheran ranked 62nd in California Colleges rankings. California Lutheran University is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of California Lutheran University is $50,670. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $22,498.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $53,475 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $24,571.

Undergraduate$50,670
Graduate$22,498
Undergraduate$53,475
Graduate$24,571

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »89.00% Acceptance Rate / 12.00% Yield
Test Scores »1,220 SAT / 26 ACT
Graduation Rate »73%
Transfer-out Rate22%
Retention Rate81%(full-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio7.14% (14 to 1)
Student Population »3,615 (2,513 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$29,756

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

California Lutheran University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at California Lutheran
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

California Lutheran University Directory Information

Address60 W Olsen Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360-2787
Phone805-492-2411
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
Net Price CalculatorNet Price Calculator
Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryMaster's College and University (larger programs)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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