University of La Verne
About University of La Verne
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
The University of La Verne is a private university in La Verne, California, east of Los Angeles. It offers programs in business, psychology, education, and criminology, with a focus on community engagement and first-generation student support.
Founded
1891
Location
La Verne, California
Students
5,021
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
71.2%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
63.1%
Near national average
Tuition
$49,470
Per year
Avg Net Price
$20,161
After financial aid
SAT Average
1083
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$65,464
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
71.2 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$50
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
University of La Verne accepts 71.2% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1083/ 1600
ACT Scores
21/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
63.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
64.5%
4-Year Grad
60%
6-Year Grad
69%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
29.7%
$/Student
$9.9K
Class Size
Medium
60% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$49,470
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$15,830
Books & Supplies
$938
Total Cost of Attendance
$62,278
After Financial Aid
$20,161
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$20,151
Receive Grants
51.4%
Take Loans
64.1%
Don't let the $49,470 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $20,161 after financial aid, a 59% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $20,151.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at University of La Verne fund their education.
While in School
51.4%
Get Grants
Free money
64.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$35,393
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$23,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$249/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $23,500 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of La Verne.
Gender
60.1%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,050
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,971
Graduates
50.6%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
23.8%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 50.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
3,050
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of La Verne fields 11 varsity teams with 450 student athletes, about 15% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
SCIAC
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
450
15% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
64% / 36%
290
Men
160
Women
9
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of La Verneearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$65,464
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$57K
260 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$28K
93 grads
1yr Earnings
Education, General
—
80 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
$28K
65 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$23K
63 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminology
$34K
35 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $54K at six years, $49K at eight, and $65K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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