California Lutheran University

California Lutheran University

60 W Olsen Rd - Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Pacific Region
City Campus Setting
Small Size
2,380 Undergrad Enrollment
14:1 Student:Faculty
Doctor's degree Highest Degree
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California Lutheran University
60 W Olsen Rd - Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
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From California Lutheran University

California Lutheran Unviersity is nestled half way between the dynamic rush of Los Angeles and the laid-back vibe of Santa Barbara, Cal Lutheran is surrounded by the perfect blend of city, beach and mountains. Our ambitious students represent diverse backgrounds from many U.S. states, countries and faiths. Simply put, everyone is welcome here, regardless of their faith tradition. We offer over 40 majors across highly in-demand fields, such as:

  • Criminology and Criminal Justice
  • Business Administration
  • Sports Management
  • Exercise Science
  • Biology
  • Psychology
  • Political Science
  • Digital Media and Design 

Your professors will call you by name. Your mentors will ask you hard questions about who you are becoming. Your peers will push you and support you. And through internships and community engagement, you will learn what it means to put your education in service of something larger than yourself.

Neighborhood

California Lutheran University's Thousand Oaks campus sits in a suburban setting with convenient access to shopping, dining, and entertainment along nearby Thousand Oaks Boulevard and the surrounding area. Students enjoy a mix of chain restaurants, local eateries, and retail options within a short drive, along with outdoor recreation opportunities in the nearby hills and parks that define the region. The neighborhood offers a safe, residential atmosphere that balances academic focus with accessible amenities for weekend activities and social gatherings.
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Admissions & Enrollment

2026-27 Application Deadlines Deadline  
Early Action Nov 15, 2026
Regular Decision Jan 15, 2027
Application deadlines are based on information from the college website or publicly available sources. Deadlines can change, so be sure to verify all deadlines with the college before applying.
  REQ Required REC Recommended CON Considered NR Not Required
Highschool GPA
Highschool Rank
Highschool Record
College Preparatory Program
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· REC = Recommended
· CON = Considered
· NR = Not Required
Standardized Tests % Submitted Score Range  
SAT 13 1134 - 1320  
ACT 2 23 - 29  
Freshmen Class Total Men Women Another
Number of applicants 5,290 45 % 54 % -
Number admitted 4,702 45 % 54 % 1 %
Number enrolled 575 49 % 50 % -
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Majors & Degrees

Degree is in the top 10 based on undergradate enrollment.
Degree is in the top 5 based on enrollment at the postgraduate level.
Area of Study Major Bachelor Master Doctor Cert.
Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies
 Ethnic Studies
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
 Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
 Accounting
Business Administration and Management
Organizational Leadership
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance
Financial Planning and Services
Hospitality Administration/Management
Organizational Behavior Studies
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Information Resources Management
Management Science
Marketing/Marketing Management
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
 Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Communication Management and Strategic Communications
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
 Information Technology
Computer Science
Information Science/Studies
Education
 Education
Educational Leadership and Administration
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Hearing Impairments Including Deafness
Special Education and Teaching
College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
English Language and Literature/Letters
 English Language and Literature
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
 German Language and Literature
Spanish Language and Literature
Health Professions and Related Programs
 Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
History
 History
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services
 Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
 Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
 Mathematics
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
 Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
Natural Resources and Conservation
 Environmental Science
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology
 Exercise Science and Kinesiology
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
Philosophy and Religious Studies
 Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
Physical Sciences
 Chemistry
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences
Geology/Earth Science
Physics
Psychology
 Clinical Psychology
Psychology
Public Administration and Social Service Professions
 Public Administration
Public Policy Analysis
Social Sciences
 Criminology
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
Economics
International Relations and Affairs
Political Science and Government
Social Sciences
Sociology
Theology and Religious Vocations
 Divinity/Ministry
Theology/Theological Studies
Visual and Performing Arts
 Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts
Cinematography and Film/Video Production
Art/Art Studies
Intermedia/Multimedia
Music Technology
Music

Athletics

NCAA Division III with football
Sport Men Women
Baseball
Basketball
Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Track and Field, Outdoor
Track and Field, X-Country
Volleyball
Water Polo

Mission Statement

The mission of the university is to educate leaders for a global society who are strong in character and judgment, confident in their identity and vocation, and committed to service and justice.

Informed by Lutheran higher education's deep roots, we recognize the dignity of every person and their unique gifts as essential to the common good. We cultivate an environment where learning is both rooted in tradition and open to change, fostering curiosity, humility and the courage to address societal challenges.

Education at Cal Lutheran is a communal endeavor-one that calls us to give and receive in ways that build an inclusive and equitable society. We acknowledge the limits of our knowledge, yet remain steadfast in our pursuit of wisdom, justice, and the flourishing of all. Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, justice and belonging is an extension of our faith-driven call to love and serve our neighbors. In doing so, we prepare students not just for their careers, but for meaningful lives of advocacy, leadership, and purpose in an ever-changing world.