La Sierra University
Riverside, California 92505-8247
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences — close-knit campus
La Sierra University is a private institution in Riverside with particular strength in health sciences and business.
A small campus of 1.2K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
68% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $61,824 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $26,217.
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •History 1941 postcard view of Angwin Hall on the campus of La Sierra College Since its founding in 1922 as La Sierra Academy, La Sierra has morphed through a number of stages.
- •In 1923, the school became known as La Sierra Academy and Normal School when it expanded into offering courses for future teachers.
- •In 1927, after course offerings were expanded, it became known as the Southern California Junior College.
- •In 1939, the school was renamed La Sierra College.
- •In 1940, the high school section split to form La Sierra College Preparatory School.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
39.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
2.8%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$18,500
Programs (86)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
82%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
8
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from CA state average + large city premium