Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
88.88%
SAT Average
1,224
ACT Range
23-29
California Lutheran University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 88.88%. This means approximately 889 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 2,374 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
88.88%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $50,670 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $50,670 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $63,768 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $26,433 | State avg: $19,695. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 30.16% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 77.76% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does California Lutheran University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$50,670
Room and board
$17,734
Books and supplies
$936
Other expenses
$4,046
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$63,768
Average net price
$26,433
Average aid coverage
59%
$37,335 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at California Lutheran University pays approximately $26,433 per year after grants and aid. This is above the California average of $19,695 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is California Lutheran University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to California and national averages.
California Lutheran University net price
$26,433
California average
$19,695
National average
$17,506
California Lutheran University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $50,670 and average net price at $26,433. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$50,670
Current net price
$26,433
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
74.02%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$68,712
Undergraduates
2,374
10-Year Median Earnings - California Lutheran University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
California Lutheran University graduates earn about 1.6x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends California Lutheran University?
Undergraduates
2,374
Completion rate
74.02%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
30.16%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
77.76%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 30.16% of California Lutheran University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 77.76% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at California Lutheran University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use California Lutheran University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
California Lutheran University lists Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Campus and Location
California Lutheran University is listed at 60 W Olsen Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360-2787. Accreditor: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare California Lutheran University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California Lutheran University | 88.88% | $50,670 | $26,433 | $68,712 |
| Samuel Merritt University | Not available | Not available | Not available | $143,238 |
| Harvey Mudd College | 13.06% | $66,255 | $32,492 | $138,687 |
| California Institute of Technology | 3.14% | $63,255 | $18,902 | $128,566 |
| Stanford University | 3.91% | $62,484 | $12,136 | $124,080 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is California Lutheran University's acceptance rate?
California Lutheran University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 88.88%.
How much is California Lutheran University tuition?
California Lutheran University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $50,670.
What is California Lutheran University's average net price?
California Lutheran University's average net price in the local dataset is $26,433.
What does California Lutheran University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $17,414 for California Lutheran University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is California Lutheran University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $68,712 for California Lutheran University.
Is California Lutheran University accredited?
California Lutheran University's accreditor in the local dataset is Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
How many students attend California Lutheran University?
The local dataset lists 2,374 undergraduate students at California Lutheran University.
What percentage of California Lutheran University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for California Lutheran University in the local dataset is 30.16%.
What is the federal loan rate at California Lutheran University?
The federal loan rate for California Lutheran University in the local dataset is 77.76%.
Where should I verify California Lutheran University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with California Lutheran University or the latest official federal education data.