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Why La Sierra?
Because we’ll change your world.
At La Sierra University, we believe in curiosity, mentorship, and the discovery of transformative and life-changing opportunities. That’s why nearly 1700 students choose La Sierra every year, where they benefit from small class sizes, caring faculty, a spiritual atmosphere, and an emphasis on undergraduate research. We go beyond the classroom, empowering students to change the lives of others through our nationally recognized service learning and mission outreach programs. We invest in each student’s academic and personal success, whatever their background and whatever their dreams. And above all, we encourage each member of our community to find a life that is personally and spiritually fulfilling.
Life on Campus
Dorm Life
5 reasons to live on campus
- Get more sleep each night
- Close to campus hangouts and events
- Save gas—no commuting!
- Good food available until midnight from the Eagle’s Nest Cafe
- Close to friends and classmates
Dorm Decorating tips From the Blog
Don’t be afraid to ask for help. My mom, aunt, sister, and cousins helped me move in. Walking into an empty dorm room can be very intimidating…
Student Organizations
La Sierra students can engage in over 70 student clubs and cultural groups, ranging from the Hispanic Student Association to the Robotics club. No matter your interests, you can find your own niche of student life.
Athletics
The Golden Eagles compete in the NAIA, Division II, California Pacific Conference. Our nine intercollegiate teams include baseball, softball, basketball, soccer, cross country, and volleyball. Not into serious competition? We also have more than 20 intramural teams to keep you on your toes and having fun.
Spiritual Life
As a Seventh-day Adventist university, spirituality and acceptance are central to our character. We welcome people of all faiths and backgrounds who seek to be part of an inclusive community.
Through Spiritual Life, students have opportunities to worship together on a weekly basis and share their faith with local and global communities.
Where to Worship? From the Blog
Aside from the required weekly chapel attendance, you might be craving more opportunities to worship on campus. Whether you want to serve others or spend some time…
Explore SoCal
Visit, eat, play…
- 50 miles of beaches an hour away
- 52 miles to downtown Los Angeles
- 63 miles to Bear Mountain Ski Resort
- 11,503′ —San Gorgonio Mountain, the highest peak in SoCal
- 3 major theme parks —Disneyland, Six Flags, Universal Studios
- 9 professional sports teams nearby—LA Galaxy, Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Dodgers, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Anaheim Ducks, Los Angeles Chargers, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Kings, Los Angeles Rams
- Top ten local eateries voted by La Sierra students: Cheesecake Factory, Rohey’s Wok & Grill, Gen Korean BBQ, Chipotle, Sushi Asahi, Olive Garden, Yard House, Wing Stop, Buffalo Wild Wings, Panera Bread