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La Sierra University

Riverside, CA

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Private

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University

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La Sierra University, nestled in the vibrant city of Riverside, California, offers an enriching environment for academic and personal growth. This esteemed institution is celebrated for its strong emphasis on holistic education, community engagement, and spiritual development.
1,611
Students
93%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
1,244
Classification
University
Type
Private, Non-Profit
Religious Affiliation
Protestant
Website
lasierra.edu
Students at La Sierra University benefit from a diverse and inclusive community that fosters intellectual curiosity and encourages the exploration of faith. The university boasts an array of undergraduate and graduate programs, each designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in their chosen fields. With a commitment to values-based education, La Sierra provides numerous opportunities for service learning and hands-on experiences that complement classroom instruction. Through dedicated faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and a supportive campus atmosphere, La Sierra University stands as a beacon of excellence in higher education.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into La Sierra University?

93% acceptance rate
Less Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
Unknown
Testing
Unknown
Average High School GPA
3.5
Application Deadlines
Early Decision / Early Action?
No

The most important factors La Sierra University considers when admitting students are:

  • •Academic GPA
  • •Class Rank
  • •Rigor of Secondary School Record

Financials

See what it costs to attend La Sierra University.

$ 51,195
Overall list price
$ 28,076
Average net price
$ 38,972
Merit Price™
Very Generous
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending La Sierra University?

Suburb
Campus Setting
Democrat
State vote for president
Weather
Sunny days
Very Sunny

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at La Sierra University.

35%
4-year grad rate
58%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at La Sierra are:

  • Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
  • Biomedical Sciences, General
  • Business Administration and Management, General

Demographics

Who attends La Sierra University?

35
States represented
28
Countries represented
No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
1,611
Women
56%
Men
44%

Housing

What's it like living at La Sierra University?

$12,135
Room & Board
0.5
Housing units / student
25
%
Students on campus

FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into La Sierra University?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.5.

How much does La Sierra University cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $51,195 to attend La Sierra.

How many people attend La Sierra University?

1,611 people attend La Sierra. 1,244 are undergraduate students and 367 are graduate students.

Where is La Sierra University located?

La Sierra University is located in Riverside, California. It is in a Suburb environment.

Can I get into La Sierra University with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 54% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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