LA SIERRA UNIVERSITY
- 4500 Riverwalk Parkway
- Riverside, CA 92515
- OPEID College Code: 00121500
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- General Phone: (951) 785-2000
- President: Randal Wisbey
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 1,857
- College Mascot: Golden Eagles
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La Sierra University - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered State Approved for Certification
- Religious Affiliation
- Seventh Day Adventists
- Website
- www.lasierra.edu
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
Accreditation
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Masters Colleges and Universities (Smaller Programs)
- Undergraduate Classification Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Single Doctoral (Education)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Higher Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
La Sierra University Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.lasierra.edu
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $30.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $30.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 594 | 850 | 1,444 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 299 (50%) | 460 (54%) | 759 (53%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 151 (51%) | 197 (43%) | 348 (46%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 283 | 81% |
| ACT ® Exam | 91 | 26% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 420 | 560 |
| SAT ® Math | 410 | 560 |
| SAT ® Writing | - | - |
| ACT ® Composite | 17 | 22 |
| ACT ® English | 16 | 23 |
| ACT ® Math | 16 | 23 |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 98%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 57% | 37% | 27% | 98% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,627 | $4,700 | $7,966 | $9,068 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 3.0% | 3.6% | 3.8% |
| Number in Default | 14 | 15 | 24 |
| Number in Repayment | 455 | 410 | 621 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $24,773 | $23,354 | $21,846 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $24,773 | $23,354 | $21,846 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $24,773 | $23,354 | $21,846 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,605 | $1,500 | $1,386 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,990 | $6,708 | $6,330 |
| Other Expenses | $3,085 | $2,970 | $2,934 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,845 | $10,152 | $9,288 |
| Other Expenses | $4,635 | $4,209 | $3,975 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $6,660 | $4,209 | $5,808 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $36,453 | $34,532 | $32,496 |
| In-State | $36,453 | $34,532 | $32,496 |
| Out of State | $36,453 | $34,532 | $32,496 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $41,858 | $39,215 | $36,495 |
| In-State | $41,858 | $39,215 | $36,495 |
| Out of State | $41,858 | $39,215 | $36,495 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $33,038 | $30,788 | $29,040 |
| In-State | $33,038 | $30,788 | $29,040 |
| Out of State | $33,038 | $30,788 | $29,040 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 1,857 Undergraduate: 1,505 Graduate: 352
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 804 Female: 1,053
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 657 Female: 848
- Graduate Gender Male: 147 Female: 205
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,497 Part-Time: 360
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,304 Part-Time: 201
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 193 Part-Time: 159
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 261 | 14% |
| American Indian | 12 | 0.6% |
| Black | 162 | 9% |
| Asian | 403 | 22% |
| Hispanic | 482 | 26% |
| White | 437 | 24% |
| Unknown | 100 | 5% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 73 | 4% |
| Ages 18-19 | 567 | 31% |
| Ages 20-21 | 412 | 22% |
| Ages 22-24 | 352 | 19% |
| Ages 25-29 | 212 | 11% |
| Ages 30-34 | 91 | 5% |
| Ages 35-39 | 41 | 2% |
| Ages 40-49 | 62 | 3% |
| Ages 50-65 | 46 | 2% |
| Age Unknown | 1 | 0.05% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 333 | 304 | 29 |
| Faculty Status | 110 | 105 | 5 |
| Tenured Faculty | 51 | 49 | 2 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 98 | 93 | 5 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 38 | 38 | - |
| Other Professionals | 7 | 7 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 190 | 166 | 24 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 110 | 104 | 6 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 68 | 50 | 18 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $61,786 (93) | $63,850 (53) | $59,052 (40) |
| Professor | $73,840 (31) | $75,656 (21) | $70,028 (10) |
| Associate Professor | $60,672 (32) | $61,333 (16) | $60,011 (16) |
| Assistant Professor | $50,519 (30) | $50,871 (16) | $50,117 (14) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $61,786 (93) | $63,850 (53) | $59,052 (40) |
| Professor | $73,840 (31) | $75,656 (21) | $70,028 (10) |
| Associate Professor | $60,672 (32) | $61,333 (16) | $60,011 (16) |
| Assistant Professor | $50,519 (30) | $50,871 (16) | $50,117 (14) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 123 | 66 | 57 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 123 | 66 | 57 |
| Baseball | 13 | 13 | - |
| Basketball | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Golf | 7 | 7 | - |
| Soccer | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Softball | 12 | - | 12 |
| Tennis | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Volleyball | 9 | - | 9 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $7,550 | $7,550 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Baseball | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Basketball | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Golf | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Soccer | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Softball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Tennis | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 74%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 13%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 32% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 35% |
| Female | 31% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 36% |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 20% |
| Asian | 41% |
| Hispanic | 27% |
| White | 36% |
| Unknown | 33% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 18% |
| 5 Years | 30% |
| 6 Years | 32% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 1 | - |
| Liquor Related | 1 | - |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Burglary | 2 | 5 |
| On Campus | ||
| Aggravated Assault | 3 | 3 |
| Burglary | 13 | 26 |
| Vehicle Theft | 2 | 1 |
| Arson | 1 | - |
La Sierra University Reviews
1 Review Submitted For La Sierra University
- Reviewed on: April 28, 2012
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- The courses at La Sierra varies widely, depending on your major and your teachers. Im in the health programs, which are good, I'm not sure about the others though. Campus is nice, dorms and food are okay.
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
