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California Lutheran University

Private nonprofit Thousand Oaks, CA · Urban · Far West · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
72%
Graduation Rate
$68,712
Earnings (10yr)
$30,109
Net Price
76%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

California Lutheran University has a graduation rate of 72%, which is significant for a private nonprofit institution. This figure suggests a supportive environment that helps students transition from enrollment to degree completion. The university serves 2,296 students, with a relatively high acceptance rate of 76%, making it accessible to a broad range of applicants.

The Chetty/Opportunity Insights data is not available for California Lutheran University specifically, but the outcomes and mobility of its graduates can be inferred from their median earnings. Graduates earn an impressive average of $68,712 within ten years of completing their degrees. This indicates that students can find solid career opportunities post-graduation, particularly in popular fields like Business & Marketing, Psychology, and Social Sciences.

In terms of financial considerations, the net price for attending California Lutheran University is $30,109, with a median student debt of $21,669. About 31% of students receive Pell Grants, highlighting the university's commitment to supporting low-income students. Those who thrive here are often individuals seeking a community-oriented atmosphere and a strong focus on personal and professional development.

Rankings

How California Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation72%Earnings 10yr$69KNet Price$30KRetention79%Median Debt$22KPell Grant Rate31%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$22K$0-30K$24K$30-48K$24K$48-75K$38K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%321.3%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%3823.8%MOBILITY122.87%

Cost & Financial Aid

$52,560
In-State Tuition
$52,560
Out-of-State
$30,109
Avg Net Price
$21,669
Median Debt
31%
Pell Grant Rate
50%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$22,161
Family Income $0–$30K
$23,668
Family Income $30K–$48K
$24,318
Family Income $48K–$75K
$38,364
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$54,981
6 Years After Entry
$64,258
8 Years
$68,712
10 Years
0.32x
Debt-to-Earnings
68%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$54,981 6yr $64,258 8yr $68,712 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

122.87%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
3823.8%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
321.3%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$110,600
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.85
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
6.2%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 76%
Retention Rate 79%
SAT Average 1266
ACT Midpoint 26
SAT Range 1150–1330
ACT Range 24–31
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $10,794
Diversity Index 0.69
First-Gen Students 35%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 20%
Psychology 13%
Social Sciences 10%
Visual & Performing Arts 10%
Communications 10%
Biology & Biomedical 8%
Computer Science & IT 5%
Humanities 3%