La Sierra University

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

- 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.