California Lutheran University

(Thousand Oaks, CA)

California Lutheran University is a selective, comprehensive university rooted in the Lutheran tradition of Christian faith that encourages critical inquiry into matters of both faith and reason. Offering both undergraduate and graduate degrees, CLU is a diverse scholarly community dedicated to excellence in the liberal arts and sciences as well as professional studies. Located in safe and sunny Thousand Oaks, CLU offers all the educational benefits of the Los Angeles metropolitan area and access to renowned Southern California attractions.

Admissions

62.2%
of Applicants Admitted

GPA

Avg GPA of incoming frosh: 3.6

Early Action: November 15, 2011
Regular Decision: February 01, 2011

SAT Required

Test Score Ranges

25th percentile to 75th percentile

1490–1800 SAT Total
490–580 SAT Reading
510–610 SAT Math
490–590 SAT Writing

22–26 ACT Composite
21–28 ACT English
20–27 ACT Math
21–29 ACT Writing

TOEFL Required for intl students

Minimum TOEFL:

Cost

$44,780
Annual tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board

In-State Tuition: $30,230
Out-of-State Tuition: $30,230
Room and Board: $13,100
Books & Supplies: $1,450

Understanding Costs at CLU
CLU endeavors to provide financial assistance to help students and families to make attendance at CLU affordable and fair. Each student and family is different - our commitment at CLU is to evaluate and aid each student fairly and equitably so that we may aid as many families as possible.

Will I Like It

2,469
number of undergraduates

Private Non-Profit
Setting: City
Religious Affiliation: Lutheran
56% Women

Famous Alumni

Hank Bauer - NFL Running Back and Sports Broadcaster
Patrick Byrne - Director of Johns Hopkins Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Jacquelynne Fontaine - 2006 Miss California
Kevin Gross - Major League Baseball All-Star Pitcher
Steven Hall - CEO of CNBC Arabiya
Rich Hill - College Head Baseball Coach
Brian Kelley - NFL Linebacker
Craig Kinzer - Principal at Kinzer Real Estate Services
Rod Marinelli - NFL Head Coach
Karen Olson - CEO of BioMarker Strategies

Areas of Study

Business & Economics

Economics, Entrepreneurship, International Business

Education

Education Administration, Teaching

Engineering

Computer Science, Other Engineering

Health & Medicine

Fitness, Health Administration

Humanities

English Language & Literature, Foreign Languages

Music

General Music & Theory

Performing Arts

Drama & Theatre

Philosophy & Religion

Philosophy, Religion

Politics & Law

Political Science & Government

Public Service

Law Enforcement, Public Administration

Science & Math

Biology, Chemistry, Math, Physics

Social Sciences

International Relations, Other Social Sciences, Psychology, Sociology

Extra Curriculars

Accounting Club, Books, Amnesty International, Chess, Church, Art Club, Comedy, Band, Computers, Drama, College Democrats, College Republicans, Color Guard, Computer Club, Jogging, DECA - Distributive Education Clubs of America, Languages, Marching Band, Ensemble, Entrepreneurship Club, FBLA - Future Business Leaders of America Clubs, Fellowship Christian Athletes, Piano, Poetry, Politics, Foreign Language Club, Sports, French Club, Student Council, German Club, Theatre, Video Games, Glee Club, Gospel Choir, Working Out, HOSA - Health Occupation Students of America, Improv Group, Yoga, Investment Club, Junior Achievement, Math Club, Model United Nations, NAHS - National Art Honors Society, Orchestra, Poetry Society, Science Club, Science Olympiad, Spanish Club, Student Government & Council, Students for a Free Tibet, Thespian Society, Young Democrats

Mailing Address

60 W Olsen Rd
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360-2787

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