La Sierra University

La Sierra University is all about being open. We’re open to new ideas, your classmates are open to a Christ-centered education, your professors’ doors are open … you name it. Located just an hour’s drive from Los Angeles, you’ll find a diverse, 150-acre campus, where we’re committed to service and fostering religious tolerance, human rights and personal empowerment. Your education will include plenty of real-world experience to help your career take off, as well as numerous activities to help you connect with your friends who share your values. Visit our campus or apply now free!

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Area of Study	Program Name	Degree	Type	Level	On Campus	Online
Business	Accounting	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Education	Administration & Leadership	EdD	Doctorate	Graduate	Yes	No
Education	Administration & Leadership	EdS	Specialist	Graduate	Yes	No
Education	Administration & Leadership	MA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Arts	Animation	BFA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Behavioral Science	Applied Behavioral Analysis	MA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Archaeology	Archaeology	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Arts	Art	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Sciences	Biochemistry	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Sciences	Biochemistry (PharmD Pathway)	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Sciences	Biology: Biological Science	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Sciences	Biology: Biomedical Science	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Education	Biology: STEM Education	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Sciences	Biomathematics	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Sciences	Biophysics	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Business	Business & Society	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Computer & Information Sciences	Business Analytics	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Computer & Information Sciences	Business Analytics	MBA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Education	Certificate - Administrative	Certificate	Certificate	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Theology/Religion	Certificate in Ministry	CMin	Certificate	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Sciences	Chemistry	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Sciences	Chemistry	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Education	Chemistry: STEM Education	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Clinical Laboratory Science (Pre-Health)	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Psychology	Cognitive & Behavioral Neuroscience	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Communication Sciences & Disorders (Pre-Health)	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Communication	Communication: Public Relations	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Communication	Communication: Strategic Communication	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Computer & Information Sciences	Computer Science	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Computer & Information Sciences	Computer Science	MS	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Computer & Information Sciences	Computer Science: Bioinformatics (Career Path)	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Computer & Information Sciences	Computer Science: Computer Engineering & Embedded Systems (Career Path)	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Computer & Information Sciences	Computer Science: Information Systems (Career Path)	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Computer & Information Sciences	Computer Science: Networks & Cyber Security (Career Path)	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Computer & Information Sciences	Computer Science: Preparation for Graduate Study (Career Path)	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Computer & Information Sciences	Computer Science: Software Engineering (Career Path)	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Computer & Information Sciences	Computer Science: Web & Mobile Applications (Career Path)	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Psychology	Counseling	MA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Psychology	Counseling: Behavior Analysis Specialization	MA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Psychology	Counseling: Forensic Mental Health Counseling Specialization	MA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Psychology	Counseling: Marriage & Family Therapy Specialization	MA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Psychology	Counseling: Neuroscience & Education Concentration	MA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Psychology	Counseling: Professional Clinical Counseling Specialization	MA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Psychology	Counseling: School Counseling Specialization	MA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Psychology	Counseling: Sports Counseling & Coaching	MA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Education	Credential - Administrative Services - SDA	Credential	Credential		Yes	No
Education	Credential - California - Multi Subject	Credential	Credential		Yes	No
Education	Credential - California - Single Subject	Credential	Credential		Yes	No
Education	Credential - Elementary Teaching - Administrative Services - SDA	Credential	Credential		Yes	No
Education	Credential - Guidance & Counseling	Credential	Credential		Yes	No
Education	Credential - PPS School Counseling	Credential	Credential		Yes	No
Education	Credential - PPS School Psychology	Credential	Credential		Yes	No
Education	Credential - Secondary Teaching - SDA	Credential	Credential		Yes	No
Law & Legal Studies	Criminal Justice	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Education	Curriculum & Instruction	EdD	Doctorate	Graduate	Yes	No
Education	Curriculum & Instruction	EdS	Specialist	Graduate	Yes	No
Education	Curriculum & Instruction	MA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Education	Curriculum & Instruction (Teaching)	MAT	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Business	Customized Concentration	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Business	Customized Concentration	MBA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Dental Hygiene (Pre-Health)	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Dentistry (Pre-Health)	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Arts	Design: Graphic Design	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Arts	Design: Photography	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Arts	Digital Media & Marketing	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Arts	Digital Media & Visual Effects	BFA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Arts	Digital Media & Web Technology	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Arts	Digital Media in Design & Communication	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Theology/Religion	Divinity	MDiv	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Education	Educational Psychology	EdD	Doctorate	Graduate	Yes	No
Education	Educational Psychology	EdS	Specialist	Graduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Engineering	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
English	English	MA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
English	English as a Second Language	ESL	Non Degree		Yes	No
English	English: Literature & Writing	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
English	English: Secondary Teaching	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Health Sciences	Exercise Science: Fitness & Coaching	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Health Sciences	Exercise Science: Kinesiology	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Arts	Film	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Communication	Film & Television	MFA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Communication	Film & Television: Production	BFA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Business	Finance	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Business	Finance	MBA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Arts	Fine Art	BFA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Language & International Studies	French: International Studies	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Arts/Sciences	General Studies - Undecided - College of Arts & Sciences	Undecided	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Theology/Religion	General Studies - Undecided - Divinity School	Undecided	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Business	General Studies - Undecided - School of Business	Undecided	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Education	General Studies - Undecided - School of Education	Undecided	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Psychology	Global Contexts of Health	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Community/International Development	Global Studies	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Arts	Graphic Design	BFA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Business	Health Care Management	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Health Sciences	Health Care Management	MBA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Health Information Management (Pre-Health)	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Health Sciences	Health Science	AS	Associates	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Health Sciences	Health Science: Clinical Health Studies	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Health Sciences	Health Science: Health Administration	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Health Sciences	Health Science: Nutrition	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Health Sciences	Health Science: Public Health	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
History	History	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Psychology	Human Development & Thriving	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Business	Human Resource Management	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Business	Human Resource Management	MBA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Business	International Business	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Education	International Education & Leadership	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Language & International Studies	Italian: International Studies	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Law	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Education	Leadership - Educational Administration	PhD	Doctorate	Graduate	Yes	No
Education	Leadership - Educational Psychology	PhD	Doctorate	Graduate	Yes	No
Education	Leadership - Instructional Leadership	PhD	Doctorate	Graduate	Yes	No
Education	Liberal Studies	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Psychology	License - Applied Behavior Analysis	License	License		Yes	No
Psychology	License - Clinical Counseling	License	License		Yes	No
Psychology	License - Marriage & Family Therapy	License	License		Yes	No
Business	Management	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Business	Management	MBA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Business	Management for Health Care Professionals	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Business	Marketing	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Business	Marketing	MBA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Mathematics	Mathematics	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Mathematics	Mathematics: Secondary Teaching	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Medical Radiography (Pre-Health)	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Medicine (Pre-Health)	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Theology/Religion	Ministry	DMin	Doctorate	Graduate	Yes	No
Communication	Modern Media Production	MFA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Music	Music	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Music	Music Composition	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Education	Music Education	MAT	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Music	Music Education	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Music	Music Performance: Instrument	BMus	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Music	Music Performance: Piano	BMus	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Music	Music Performance: Strings	BMus	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Music	Music Performance: Voice	BMus	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Archaeology	Near-Eastern Archaeology	MA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Sciences	Neuroscience	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Sciences	Neuroscience & Education	EdS	Specialist	Graduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Nuclear Medicine (Pre-Health)	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Nursing (Pre-Health)	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Nutrition & Dietetics (Pre-Health)	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Occupational Therapy (Pre-Health)	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Optometry (Pre-Health)	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Orthotics & Prosthetics (Pre-Health)	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Pharmacy (Pre-Health)	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Behavioral Science	Philosophy	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Behavioral Science	Philosophy & Cognitive Science	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Behavioral Science	Philosophy & Cultural Studies	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Behavioral Science	Philosophy & Intellectual History	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Behavioral Science	Philosophy & Religion	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Behavioral Science	Philosophy & Theology	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Behavioral Science	Philosophy, Politics & Economics	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Physical Therapy (Pre-Health)	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Physical Therapy Assistant (Pre-Health)	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Physician Assistant (Pre-Health)	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Sciences	Physics	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Education	Physics: STEM Education	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Business	Political Economy	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Social Sciences	Political Science	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Pre-Diagnostic Medical Sonography	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Psychology	Psychology	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Theology/Religion	Religion	MA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Theology/Religion	Religious Studies	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Respiratory Care (Pre-Health)	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Psychology	School Psychology	EdS	Specialist	Graduate	Yes	No
Psychology	School Psychology & Measurement	EdD	Doctorate	Graduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Seminary	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Social Sciences	Social Ecology	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Social Sciences	Social Science: Secondary Teaching	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Social Work & Family Studies	Social Work	BSW	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Psychology	Sociology	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Language & International Studies	Spanish	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Language & International Studies	Spanish: International Studies	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Language & International Studies	Spanish: Secondary Teaching	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Behavioral Science	Sports & Performance Psychology	MA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Business	Sports Management	MBA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Education	Student Life & Development	MA	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Social Sciences	Sustainability & Society	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Agricultural & Related Sciences	Sustainable Agriculture Entrepreneurship	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Theology/Religion	Theological Studies	MTS	Masters	Graduate	Yes	No
Theology/Religion	Theology	BA	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Agricultural & Related Sciences	Urban Plant Agriculture	BS	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Pre-Professional Programs	Veterinary Medicine (Pre-Health)	PP	Bachelors	Undergraduate	Yes	No
Area of Study	Program Name	Degree	Type	Level	On Campus	Online

Intramurals:

Soccer, basketball, softball, volleyball, flag football

La Sierra University Golden Eagles intercollegiate teams (sport, gender, league):

Baseball (M, NAIA)
Basketball (M/F, NAIA)
Soccer (M, NAIA)
Softball (F, NAIA)
Volleyball (F, NAIA)

Gymnastics:

Offered as a class only

Athletic scholarships:

Sports and fitness facility highlights:

Gym
Swimming pool
Beach volleyball court
Walking trail
Running track
Artificial turf soccer/football field
Baseball field
Softball field

Why La Sierra University?
At La Sierra University, you’re not just choosing a college, you’re choosing a place where you’ll grow, discover who you are, and build a future you’re excited about.

And yes… it helps that we’re in sunny Southern California.

We want your ideas, your energy, your questions, and your dreams.
We want you here.

Academics: Bring Your Curiosity
At La Sierra, you don’t just sit in a lecture hall, you engage.
We explore big questions. We debate ideas. We challenge assumptions. And we do it in a supportive, Christian environment where your voice matters.
Our professors encourage thoughtful conversations about faith, science, culture, and the world around us. You won’t be told what to think, you’ll be taught how to think.

Faith in Action
As a Seventh-day Adventist Christian University, faith isn’t just something we talk about, it’s something we live.
You’ll find worship opportunities, prayer groups, and mission trips that can last a few weeks or even a year.
Whether your faith is strong or you’re still figuring things out, this is a place where you can grow spiritually and become a leader.

Small Classes. Real Mentors.
Imagine being in classes where your professors actually know your name.
With an average class size of around 20 students, you’re not just a number. Your professors become mentors, guiding research projects, helping you prepare for grad school, and opening doors to opportunities. Their office doors are open. And they genuinely care about your success.

Education That Opens Doors
You’re here to build a future, and we take that seriously.
Whether you want to jump straight into a career, attend graduate school, or pursue a health profession, La Sierra prepares you to compete and succeed.
Many of our students go on to medical and health-related programs at nearby Loma Linda University. Others launch careers in business, science, education, tech, and the arts.

Financial Aid: We’re Invested in You
College is a big step, and we’re here to help make it possible.
84% of our students receive financial aid. Our goal is simple: qualified students should never miss out because of finances. Our Student Financial Services team walks with you through scholarships, grants, and aid options, step by step.

Competitive Spirit with Purpose
Athletics isn’t just about winning games, it’s about building character, discipline, and lifelong confidence.

Whether you’re competing at the varsity level or cheering from the stands, Golden Eagle pride runs deep.
We have team sports in Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball and Softball.

Campus Life: Room to Breathe
Our 150-acre campus gives you space to think, study, relax, and connect.
Live in one of our residence halls or Honors housing. Build friendships that last a lifetime. Study under palm trees. Watch sunsets over the mountains.
It’s Southern California and did we mention our dorms have their own pools. Bring your sunscreen.

Active Students on Campus
There’s always something happening at La Sierra University.
Join a music ensemble. Perform in a play. Compete in varsity, club, or intramural sports. Work out in our modern fitness center. Join one of our many student clubs, or start your own.
Your schedule can be as full and vibrant as you want it to be.

You’ll Love Southern California Living
Within an hour of campus, you can be:
– Surfing at the beach
– Snowboarding in the mountains

– Hiking up to the Hollywood sign

– Taking selfies with Mickey & Minnie at Disneyland
– Unlock your Coachella energy with loud style and louder music.

Service & Impact
At La Sierra, we believe your education should change the world.
Through service-learning classes, community outreach, and global mission opportunities, you’ll put your skills into action.
You won’t just graduate with knowledge. You’ll graduate with purpose.

A Diverse, Welcoming Community
La Sierra is one of the most diverse universities in the West.
Students from different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives come together here. It’s a place where you’ll feel seen, respected, and challenged to grow.
We are diverse. We are welcoming. We are forward-thinking. And we believe every student belongs.

Award Winning University

US News ranked La Sierra University one of the best value schools in America.

The Wall Street Journal ranked La Sierra University 1st in the nation for diversity.

The faculty love La Sierra University so much, it’s the highest rated Adventist University on Glassdoor.

We want amazing people at La Sierra University.

We want you to find your purpose.

We want you to apply.

Visit La Sierra University! Our campus is open to YOU! We invite you to come and see if La Sierra is right for you. You may stay on campus in the dormitory if you are coming from out of town. To set up your visit, call 800.874.5587 or e-mail [email protected].

High school seniors, click here to start your FREE online application today or visit our web site for more information. →