California Lutheran University

California Lutheran University requires at least 124 units to complete a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. California Lutheran University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, California Lutheran University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 74% of students who start college at California Lutheran University complete all the credits required within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	√	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	√	–	–
Summer Classes Available	√	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: California Lutheran University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Do I Have To Take At California Lutheran University?

California Lutheran University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students are required to take a computer class to fufill the graduation requirements for California Lutheran University.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	Yes
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	Yes

Reminder: Check with California Lutheran University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at California Lutheran University

When choosing a major, California Lutheran University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at California Lutheran University.California Lutheran University allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Students are not required to complete a senior project unless it is required for their specific major. California Lutheran University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may mean taking more courses, but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About California Lutheran University

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Does California Lutheran University Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

✅ California Lutheran University offers services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does California Lutheran University Offer Online Classes?

❌ California Lutheran University false or fully-online programs, so students must be able to attend classes on-campus.

Does California Lutheran University Give AP Credit?

✅ California Lutheran University true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does California Lutheran University Have An Honors Program?

🟨 To learn more about any possible honors programs at California Lutheran University, check with the school directly. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at California Lutheran University.

Does California Lutheran University Require Internships?

🟨 California Lutheran University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.

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Additional Information About California Lutheran University

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California Lutheran University Library

The main library on campus is the Pearson Library.

Dual Degree Programs at California Lutheran University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

California Lutheran University offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in business administration

•Public Policy and Administration, Information Technology, Quantitative Economics

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does California Lutheran University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

California Lutheran University has an Army ROTC program and an Air Force ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at California Lutheran University include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•an Air Force ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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