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Find Yourself
Happy Here

Undergraduate Freshman
Admission 2021-2022
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An Inclusive Campus
The moment you arrive, you will know that you have found a home.
Nearly half of our students are the first in their families to attend college, and our student body reflects Southern
California’s vibrant cultural diversity. You will find advisors who stick with you and professors who know your
name, all here to make sure you have the support you need to thrive inside and outside of the classroom.

Quick Facts
1891                                       14 to 1                                    16
Year founded                               Student-to-faculty ratio                   NCAA National
                                                                                      Championships
16                                         96%                                        NCAA Division III
Average class size                         Freshmen receive                           Athletics:
                                           financial aid                              Baseball (M)
2482                                                                                  Basketball (M,W)
Traditional undergraduate                  35 miles                                   Cross Country (M,W)
                                                                                      Football (M)
students                                   East of downtown                           Golf (M,W)
                                           Los Angeles                                Soccer (M,W)
55+                                                                                   Softball (W)
Student clubs &
organizations
                                           40+                                        Swimming & Diving (M,W)
                                                                                      Track & Field (M,W)
                                           Majors to choose from                      Volleyball (W)
                                                                                      Water Polo (M,W)
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Leopard
Athletics
       6
  Team National
 Championships

     11
Individual National
  Championships

   256
  All-Americans

     83
     SCIAC
 Championships

       6
 National Coaches
    of the Year

       7
 National Players
   of the Year
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A Top-Tier Education
Whether you already have a career in mind or you are still
figuring it all out, the University of La Verne offers more than
40 undergraduate majors and minors for you to customize an
education that meets your future goals. Small class sizes lead
to a more engaging classroom experience and give faculty
more time to advise students.

Undergraduate Academic Programs
Behavioral Sciences                   Education                                Legal Studies
• Anthropology*                       • Child Development*^                    • American Law (minor only)
• Criminology*                        • Educational Studies*^                  • Legal Studies
• Ethnic Studies (minor only)                                                  • Pre-Law Program
• Forensic Investigation and          Fine Arts
  Identification (minor only)         • Art History*                           Modern Languages
• Psychology*                         • Music*                                 • French*
• Sociology*                          • Photography*                           • Japanese (minor only)
                                      • Studio Art*                            • Spanish*
Business                              • Theatre Arts*
• Accounting                                                                   Kinesiology
• Business Administration*            Humanities                               • Kinesiology*
• Business Management (minor only)    • Creative Writing*
• Economics*                          • English*                               Natural Science
• International Business & Language   • Interfaith Studies (minor only)        • Biology*
• Marketing (minor only)              • Philosophy*                            • Chemistry*
                                      • Religion*                              • Mathematics*
Communications                        • Religion & Philosophy                  • Natural History
• Communications                                                               • Physics*
• Digital Media                       Interdisciplinary Programs               • Pre-Health Programs
• Journalism                          • Black Studies (minor only)
                                      • Gender Studies (minor only)            Social Science
Computer Science/Engineering          • International Studies*                 • History*
• Computer Science                    • Latinx and Latin American              • Political Science*
• E-Commerce                            Studies (minor only)                   • Public History (minor only)
• Information Science (minor only)    • Liberal Arts
• Information Technology              • Rhetoric and Communication Studies*
• Internet Programming (minor only)   • Social Science
• Software (minor only)               • Sustainability (minor only)           *Also available as a minor
                                                                              ^Also offered as a bachelor's degree + credential program
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More Affordable
  Than You May Think
  The University of La Verne offers competitive merit                                                            Tuition & Fees
  scholarships to all qualified undergraduate applicants.                                                        (2021-22)
  There is no separate application process. All applicants                                                       Tuition
  are considered upon review of a completed and timely                                                           $44,700
  submitted application.                                                                                         Health Insurance
                                                                                                                 $830
  Financial Aid                                                                                                  Student Activity Fee
                                                                                                                 $320
  Types of Aid Available                                         Grants: Grants are need-based awards
  Merit scholarships are based on the
                                                                 that do not need to be repaid as long as        Housing & Meal Plan
  student’s GPA at admission, and can be
                                                                 the student maintains eligibility.              $13,790
  enhanced by submission of SAT or ACT                           Federal Work-Study: Work-Study is a
                                                                                                                 Actual cost may
  scores. Need-based aid is determined by                        paid work opportunity for students with
  the Free Application for Federal Student                       financial need, allowing them to earn
                                                                                                                 vary depending on
  Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act;                           money to pay for educational expenses.          room occupancy
  such aid includes institutional need-based                                                                     and meal plan.
                                                                 Loans: Unlike grants and scholarships,
  grants, the Federal Pell Grant, Cal Grant,
                                                                 loans must be repaid.
  Federal Work-Study, and loans.

      A Sample Financial Aid Package at                                                                          Applying for
                                                                                                                 Financial Aid
      University of La Verne*
                                                                                                                 All applicants seeking
      Tuition & Fees Total                                                           $45,850                     need-based financial aid must
                                                                                                                 file the Free Application for
      ULV Scholarships & Grants                                                      - $25,310                   Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
                                                                                                                 at studentaid.gov.
      State Grants (Cal Grants)                                                      - $9,084
      Federal Grants                                                                 - $6,495                    If you are a Dreamer in California,
                                                                                                                 be sure to submit the California
                                                                                                                 Dream Act Application at
      Out of Pocket for
      Tuition & Fees                                                       $4,961**                              dream.csac.ca.gov by March 2.

                                                                                                                 October 1 is the opening day to
      **This student is eligible for federal loans and federal work-study that can help cover the                begin filing the FAFSA – La Verne’s
        remaining balance.
                                                                                                                 FAFSA code: 001216.

                                                                                                                 California residents should
      Housing & Meal Plan Total                                                      $13,790                     also make sure their high school
      Community Engagement Grant***                                                  - $4,000                    submits the GPA Verification Form
                                                                                                                 for them by March 2.

      Out of Pocket for
      Housing & Meal Plan                                                   $9,790
 *Sample package estimate is based on a California high school graduate with a GPA above 3.0 and a 0 Estimated
  Family Contribution.

***Community Engagement Grant is only available to students who live on campus
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Application Checklist
Priority Application                   Application for Admission
Deadlines                                Visit univ.lv/application to apply.
Freshmen
                                       Application Fee
Fall Semester
                                         Submit a $50 application fee. For eligible students, we accept NACAC or College
February 1                               Board fee waivers. Please see your high school counselor for details.
Spring Semester
                                       Personal Statement
December 1
                                         Tell us something about yourself. Make sure to proofread! The word count for
                                         the essay is 250 words minimum.
The University of La Verne is on
rolling admission. Applications        Transcripts
received after the priority deadline
                                         Submit your transcripts to the Office of Admission. We will accept unofficial
will continue to be accepted as          transcripts in PDF for admission consideration, but we will need final official
space permits.                           transcripts directly from your school once you graduate.

                                       Letter of Recommendation
                                         Have a teacher, academic counselor, supervisor, etc. write us a letter about your
                                         work ethic and character. You can upload your letter or send an invitation directly
                                         to your recommender through the application portal.

2020 Admitted Freshman
                                       Official Test Scores (Optional)
Class Averages
                                         The University of La Verne is test optional, which means SAT or ACT scores are

3.57                                     not required for admission. However, you may submit SAT or ACT test scores if
                                         you believe it makes your application stronger.
Average admitted GPA
                                         The La Verne identification code for the SAT is 4381.

1060                                     The La Verne identification code for the ACT is 0295.

Average SAT (test optional)            Please note: Test scores may be submitted as part of the transcript.

21                                     Application Materials
Average ACT score                      Application materials can be uploaded directly through the application portal
(test optional)                        or emailed to admission@laverne.edu.
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         Live and study at the edge of one of the most vibrant
         metropolises in the world. After class, you can explore the
         diverse neighborhoods, natural wonders, cultural landmarks,
         and recreational spaces of greater Los Angeles. It’s all just a
         short car, bus, or train ride away.
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Office of Admission      facebook.com/ulaverne   Want to check out the campus
1-800-876-4858                                   for yourself ?
1-909-448-4026           @ulaverne
admission@laverne.edu                            Log on to univ.lv/visit to sign
                         @ulaverne
univ.lv/undergraduate                            up for campus tour opportunities,
                                                 check out our event schedule, or
1950 Third Street
                                                 register for an appointment with
La Verne, CA 91750 USA
                                                 an admissions counselor.
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