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| Location | La Verne, California |
| Online | laverne.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in La Verne, California, approximately 35 miles east of Los Angeles, the University of La Verne occupies a suburban campus featuring a mix of historic Spanish architecture and modern facilities. Founded in 1891 by the Church of the Brethren as Lordsburg College, the private institution transitioned to its current name in 1917 and now operates as a non-sectarian university. The university maintains a moderate selectivity in admissions and is recognized for its business administration, education, and legal studies programs, with the College of Law serving as a distinct campus in Ontario, California. Students can choose from traditional undergraduate housing options in several residence halls, while the university competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Leopards, primarily through the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
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La Verne is rated within the top 39% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of La Verne within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#370 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#270 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#33 in Best Colleges in California
#23 in Best Private Colleges in California
#257 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#22 in Best Value Colleges in California
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 970/1303 |
| ACT | 18/25 |
| GPA | 3.24 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,152 |
| Other Fees | $1,150 |
| Room and Board | $15,180 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,122 |
| Total One Year Cost | $66,454 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 42% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 16% |
| Social Sciences | 10% |
| Work and Family Studies | 8% |
| Psychology | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=117140 IPEDS survey data for University of La Verne.
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Last updated February 24, 2025