California Lutheran University

California Lutheran University is a private non-profit institution located in Thousand Oaks, California, with an enrollment of approximately 2,296 students. The university admits a broad range of applicants — its 75.7% acceptance rate means that roughly three out of four people who apply are offered admission.

Published tuition is $52,560 per year, the same for both in-state and out-of-state students. The average annual net price — the total estimated cost of attendance, including tuition, fees, and living expenses, after grant and scholarship aid is applied — is $30,109. This figure represents what students pay on average once aid is factored in, though individual costs will vary. About 31.1% of students receive Pell Grants, a federal aid program for students with financial need.

Roughly half of students (49.9%) borrow federal student loans. Among students who completed a credential, the median federal loan debt was $21,669. Of borrowers entering repayment, 70.6% were actively reducing their loan balance within three years — a figure that suggests most borrowers are managing their debt, though a meaningful share are not.

California Lutheran University has a graduation rate of 69.6%, meaning roughly seven in ten students who enroll ultimately complete their program. The retention rate of 78.8% reflects the share of first-year students who return for a second year. Median earnings stand at $68,712 per year, measured approximately ten years after enrollment. This figure covers all federally-aided students who enrolled — including those who did not complete a credential — so it is not limited to graduates.

Among the programs offered, California Lutheran University includes Biomedical Engineering, a field relevant to careers in medical device development, healthcare technology, and related industries. Adults researching career-focused programs at this institution should consult the university directly for the most current program offerings and requirements.