Transferring Credits
Get the credit you deserve for the work you’ve already done.
Transferring to LAPU
L.A. Pacific is transfer-friendly and makes transferring credits easy. Consider this:
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You can transfer in up to 70 credits from a two-year college, or up to 90 credits from a four-year university.
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LAPU students have transferred credits from 112 of California’s 114 community colleges!
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The average LAPU bachelors-level transfer student transfers in 45 credits.
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LAPU allows for Prior Learning Experience credits for learning that qualifies.
Apply now and start submitting transcripts for a quick evaluation!
Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT)
Students transferring from a California Community College who choose the Associate Degree for Transfer path (either Associate of Arts for Transfer or Associate of Science for Transfer) are:
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Guaranteed admission to L.A. Pacific University.
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Guaranteed transfer of 60 credits from an ADT program into the corresponding LAPU program, if available.
Contact an Enrollment Counselor for more information.
If you completed an ADT with one of these transfer model curricula, you can transfer a full 60 credits into the following LAPU programs:
Business Administration
Transfer into:
Elementary Education
Transfer into:
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B.A. in Liberal Studies
Online Transfer Credit Research
Create an account with Transferology to find out which of your prior courses will transfer to LAPU. Simply enter the courses you’ve taken, and the college where you took them, and Transferology will tell you which courses transfer to LAPU.
Partnerships & Articulation Agreements
Partnerships with Azusa Pacific University (APU)
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Fulfill prerequisites for the Entry-level Master’s (ELM) program at APU’s School of Nursing
LAPU students have the opportunity to fulfill prerequisites for the APU School of Nursing’s Entry-level Master’s program. See the Course Equivalency Guide (PDF) for more information. -
Coursework articulation agreement
LAPU offers a number of courses that are transferable to APU. See the Articulation Agreement (PDF) for more information.
Military
LAPU invites military servicemembers, veterans, and spouses of active or reserve military servicemembers to enroll in our academic programs. Learn more about how your military training and experience can be translated into academic credit.
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WHEN AND WHERE DOES THE COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY TAKE PLACE?The 2025 commencement ceremony will take place on Saturday, December 13th 2025 at 6:00pm in the Felix Event Center on APU’s campus.
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WHEN DO I NEED TO ARRIVE TO CHECK IN ON COMMENCEMENT DAY?Check in begins 1 hour prior to the start of the ceremony.
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WILL MY FAMILY AND GUESTS NEED A TICKET TO ATTEND THE COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY?Each graduate will be allotted a certain number of tickets for friends and family. You will be notified of the ticket limit and how to reserve tickets towards the end of November. Stay tuned.
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CAN I PURCHASE ADDITIONAL TICKETS?No, additional tickets may become available as students return any unused tickets and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Notification of the lottery start time will be contained in the initial email sent regarding tickets to students participating in commencement. Students will be able to claim any additional tickets by accessing the same link they claimed their initial tickets at the start of the lottery. Availability is not guaranteed and may be limited to 2 to 3 tickets.
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WHEN WILL THE VENUE DOORS OPEN FOR FAMILY AND GUESTS AT COMMENCEMENT?Doors open at 5:00 pm (4:45 p.m. for special assistance needs).
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HOW LONG DOES THE CEREMONY USUALLY LAST?Most commencement ceremonies are approximately two hours, depending on the number of graduates.
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I HAVE A GUEST WITH DISABILITY-RELATED NEEDS. ARE ACCOMMODATIONS PROVIDED?On the day of the event, please visit the ADA check-in station for assistance with any disability-related requests. Accessible seating will be available for wheelchair users and other mobility-related seating needs 15 minutes prior to doors opening. Sign language interpretation will be provided upon request only; requests must be made no later than two weeks prior to the date of the event. If you have a question or request regarding a guest who may need other accommodations, please email accessibility@lapu.edu
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CAN I BRING MY DOG OR OTHER PET TO THE COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY?No animals are allowed at the ceremony with the exception of ADA-approved service animals.
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HOW CAN I ORDER PERSONALIZED GRADUATION ANNOUNCEMENTS?Visit the online store for commencement related items. Click here for pricing.
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WILL THERE BE A RECEPTION FOR GRADUATING STUDENTS?There will be a meet and greet starting at 5:00 pm near the check-in area.
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CAN I WATCH THE COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY ONLINE?A link to the livestream will be available on December 14th, beginning at 5:30pm at lapu.edu/live
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CAN I PURCHASE OR PRE-ORDER FLOWERS FOR MYSELF OR SOMEONE ELSE FOR COMMENCEMENT?Pre-order leis and flowers here
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WHEN CAN I EXPECT MY DIPLOMA IN THE MAIL?Diploma cases, including a certificate, will be awarded at the commencement ceremony. The actual diplomas are mailed 8 weeks after degrees are posted. All owing balances to the university must be resolved to receive your diploma.
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WHEN WILL MY DEGREE POST?Degrees should post within three weeks after final grades and/or transcripts have been received.
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HOW CAN I ORDER MY TRANSCRIPTS?Complete the online transcript request form to receive an official transcript. Please note: Be sure to review the transcript fees and policies to allow enough time to order transcripts to meet your needs.
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ARE JOBS OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE AT LAPU?Yes, many job opportunities exist at LAPU. For a complete list, visit LAPU’s Employment Opportunities page.
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HOW CAN I ORDER MY CAP AND GOWN?Caps and gowns are available to order on the Herff Jones website: https://collegegrad.herffjones.com/site/descriptors until November 10, 2024. Receipt of cap and gown does not guarantee clearance to graduate. Orders take 2-3 weeks to ship after the order is processed. If you have questions, email lapucapandgown@apu.edu.
