Admission to Graduate Study

California Lutheran University seeks graduate students who possess qualities of intellect and character which will enable them to benefit from and contribute to a rigorous program of advanced studies. Each applicant is judged on individual merit without regard for race, color, creed, sex, age, religion and national or ethnic origin. An otherwise qualified individual will not be excluded from admission solely by reason of differing physical ability.

California Lutheran University maintains a Graduate and  Adult Programs Office staffed with trained admission counselors who are available to assist students with graduate admission planning. Prospective graduate students, including those seeking advanced credentials in education, should contact the office at (805) 493-3127 for an admission packet and enrollment information.

The decision to admit a student to graduate study is made by the appropriate program director and the graduate admission committee. All persons seeking admission to graduate study will meet with an admission counselor and/or an adviser in the proposed major before a final admission decision is made. Note: Admission decisions are based on the overall consideration of each application. The elective choices, major and relative difficulty of undergraduate work are considered.

Whether you want to advance (or enhance) your career-or because you want to delve deeper and broader-Cal Lutheran's graduate programs meet the needs of aspiring and working professionals. We offer degree and advanced credential programs through the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business and School of Education.

California Lutheran University is committed to ensuring equal opportunity to all persons, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, marital status, veteran’s status, or national or ethnic origin. No qualified individual is excluded from admission, employment or participation in any educational program, activity or facility by reason of disability, providing the individual can properly perform with reasonable accommodation.