Where Your Potential Meets Its Place
Nestled against the San Gabriel Mountains in the city of La Verne, our main campus offers the full college experience — but with a difference: at the University of La Verne, you’re not just a number —you’re part of a community that knows your name and believes in your success. From majors to internships, cutting-edge facilities to deep regional roots, our campus is built for students who are serious about both their future and belonging.
Why Choose La Verne
- Rich campus experience, personal scale
Walk the tree-lined pathways, meet with professors over coffee, and take part in vibrant student life … all in a setting where classes mean conversations, not crowds.
- Innovative + Tradition
Founded in 1891, La Verne combines 130+ years of educational legacy with modern investment in labs, innovation spaces, and career-forward programs.
- Strong local & regional network
Located just 30 miles east of Los Angeles, our campus is conveniently close to the metro, accessible by Foothill Transit, and part of a dynamic Southern California workforce region.
- Programs built for tomorrow
Whether you’re exploring human services, STEM, leadership, education, or business, La Verne guides you through applied learning, faculty-mentorship, and internships that connect you directly to jobs and community impact.
- Personalized pathways
With an average class size of 24 and a student-to-faculty ratio of 14:1, you’re supported every step of the way — not just in your first year, but beyond.
- Built for career-ready success
Our students complete real projects, present to local employers, and graduate with the confidence to lead.
Choose Your Pathway
Undergraduate Majors
- Biology
- Business Administration
- Psychological Science
- Child Development
- Communication
- Justice Studies
- Organization Management
Graduate & Professional Programs
- Business Analytics MS
- Educational Leadership MA
- School Psychology MS
- MBA
- Law (JD/LLM)
Location & Campus Life
A walkable campus set in a small-city environment with direct transit access — the perfect balance of focused study and Southern California opportunity. Free campus parking, modern recreation facilities, multiple residence halls, and more than 80 student clubs and organizations keep your experience active and engaging.
Traditional Undergraduate Programs
Our traditional undergraduate programs offer the classic college experience on the La Verne Campus and is ideal for those finishing up high school, international students, and students looking to transfer with some recent college experience.
Campus Accelerated Program For Adults
More than 50 years ago, the University of La Verne was among the first universities in the state to create undergraduate degree programs tailored specifically for working adults. Campus Accelerated Program For Adults offers part- and full-time bachelor’s degree programs in several competitive fields that allow you to transfer existing units and complete your degree on an accelerated track on the La Verne Campus.
Graduate Programs
We designed our graduate programs for individuals looking to take the next step in their profession. The full array of our master’s degrees, doctorates, certificates, and credentials is available at the La Verne Campus, and encourages lifelong learning that suits your stage in life.
La Verne Extended Learning
The Extended Learning Program supports La Verne’s commitment to lifelong learning by offering dynamic, innovative, and stimulating continuing education courses for individuals seeking career advancement or professional growth.
Professional Development Courses
Professional Development Courses at the University of La Verne offers over 250 graduate-level, non-degree semester credit courses for teachers seeking salary advancement, recertification, license renewal, or personal enrichment. Students may also earn certificates related to curricular content, classroom management, and teaching strategies.
Your Future Starts Here
At La Verne, you’ll belong, you’ll learn, and you’ll launch — from day one. Join a community of learners who are challenging, supporting, and inspiring each other to make a difference. Because your education should fit your life — and change the world you’ll live in.