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La Sierra University
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  • 4 Year
  • RIVERSIDE, CA
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La Sierra University

    Report Card

    grade B minus
    Overall Niche Grade
    1. Academics
      grade B minus
    2. Value
      grade C+
    3. Diversity
      grade A
    4. Campus
      grade C+
    5. Athletics
      grade C+
    6. Party Scene
      grade C
    7. Professors
      grade B minus
    8. Location
      grade B
    9. Dorms
      grade C+
    10. Campus Food
      grade C+
    11. Student Life
      grade C+
    12. Safety
      grade A minus

    About

    4500 RIVERWALK PARKWAY
    RIVERSIDE, CA 92505
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    From La Sierra University

    At La Sierra University, we believe in curiosity, mentorship, and the discovery of transformative and life-changing opportunities. That’s why nearly 2400 students choose La Sierra every year, where they benefit from small class sizes, caring faculty, a spiritual atmosphere, and an emphasis on undergraduate research. We go beyond the classroom, empowering students to change the lives of others through our nationally recognized service learning and mission outreach programs. We invest in each student’s academic and personal success, whatever their background and whatever their dreams. And above all, we encourage each member of our community to find a life that is personally and spiritually fulfilling. Come, #changeyourworld at La Sierra University.

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    Admissions

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Acceptance Rate
    57%
    SAT Range
    940-1170
    ACT Range
    15-23
    Application Fee
    $0
    SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Accepts Common App
    No

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    Cost

    Net Price
    $24,891 / year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $20,894 / year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%

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    Academics

    Professors
    grade B minus
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    11:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
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    Majors

    Bachelors of Science in Marketing

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    The Zapara School of Business offers you an engaging experience in the study of marketing. Students graduating from La Sierra's marketing program are strong candidates for a wide range of well-paying jobs in advertising, marketing, promotions, public relations, just to name a few. Whether you have an interest in research, sales, or brand development, a rewarding career path is waiting for you.

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    1,343 Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    234
    Undergrads Over 25
    9%
    Pell Grant
    52%
    Varsity Athletes
    12%
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    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    37%
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    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $49,500 / year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    52%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    89%
    National
    83%

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