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Explore 100% online, accredited degree programs at LAPU—where faith, flexibility, and personal support come together. Connect with a Christ-centered community that’s with you every step of the way. Learn Anywhere. Connect with God Everywhere. At Los Angeles Pacific University (LAPU), you can pursue your education from anywhere while deepening your faith. We offer associate’s, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees through our 100% online programs , designed to fit your life and your calling. Why Choose LAPU? Flexible Online Learning: Study on your schedule from wherever you are—home, work, or on the go. Faith-Based Education: Grow spiritually while advancing academically. Our Christ-centered programs integrate faith into every course. Supportive Success Coaches: Our dedicated success coaches don’t just guide you through academics—they pray for you and help you navigate life’s challenges. Affordable Tuition: LAPU offers competitive tuition rates with financial aid options to make education accessible. Accredited and Respected: Join a trusted Christian university with a history of equipping students to impact their communities. Programs Designed for your Purpose. Associate’s Degrees Start your academic journey with flexible two-year programs. Bachelor’s Degrees Deepen your knowledge and prepare for your career. Master’s Degrees Advance your career with graduate programs tailored to your goals. Hear from Our Students “Attending a university that incorporates a Christian worldview into every aspect of education has helped me tremendously to do the same in other aspects of my life.” — Melissa B, B.A. Applied Psychology Take the First Step Today At LAPU, you’ll experience more than an education—you’ll find a community that supports your journey with faith and care. Ready to learn more? Fill out the form below to receive information about programs, financial aid, and how LAPU can help you achieve your goals. Join a University That’s With You Every Step of the Way At LAPU, you don’t have to choose between your education, faith, or personal commitments. You can thrive in all areas of your life.

Humanities Cameron Luft Education: Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Arizona State University Professional Experience: Instructor and Subject Matter Expert, Liberty University. I instruct and design courses in the arts for online environments. Courses Taught ART 110 My Passion: Student success is my top priority as a studio foundation and art appreciation instructor. I consider it a privilege to work with young artists and scholars and I appreciate the responsibility of helping to lay a strong foundation in their academic training in the arts. Hobbies: Visiting art museums, playing guitar, traveling to new cities, making art.

Business / Management Ronda Jantz Education: MS Economics Professional Experience: Instructional Mentor and Economics Instructor, Liberty University Healthcare Economics Instructor, UNCW Evaluator, Quantitative Analysis, WGU Courses Taught ECON 203, STAT 280, BUSN 340 My Passion: I love teaching students! The subjects I teach help us to make better decisions. Hobbies: Home Restoration, Reading, Traveling, Homeschooling

Access essential student resources at LAPU, including academic support, career services, transcripts, and more. Get the tools you need for success. Resources We’re here to help. Find the people and information you need, when you need them. Academic Calendar View the current academic calendar for important dates. Learn More To browse or download a current copy of the academic catalog. Academic Catalog Learn More Resources Academic Support We’re here to support you throughout your entire educational journey. Learn More Faith, Life, & Learning At LAPU, we believe faith, life, and learning are interrelated in a holistic way. Learn More Accessibility Los Angeles Pacific University is committed to providing equal access for individuals with disabilities. Learn More LAPU Cares Mental Wellness and Support Resources. Learn More Bookstore See your customized list of required materials for the courses you are taking. Learn More Military & Veterans Proudly supporting those who serve our nation. Learn More Alumni As an alum of L.A. Pacific, you’ve earned lifelong access to resources that allow you to network, explore opportunities, and stay in touch with the university. Learn More Order your official LAPU transcripts. Request A Transcript Learn More Additional Resources Career Services From resume prep to job searches and interview skills, Career Services is here to help you prepare. Learn More Employment Explore opportunities for those who share our passion for exemplary student service and faith-based higher education. Learn More Commencement Celebrating our graduates! Get details about commencement. Learn More Institutional Research Publicly available reports, student and program assessment data, and institutional demographics. Learn More Consumer Information Information about university policies, student safety, Title IX, and more. Learn More LAPU Store Shirts, stickers, mugs and more! Show off your L.A. Pacific pride with LAPU merchandise. Visit the store. Learn More Apply Today The online application is free and only takes a few minutes. Get Started Get in Touch We’d love to hear from you. We’re here to help. CONTACT US

Humanities Ray Crum Education: Master of Science in Engineering (MSE), Stanford University Professional Experience: Spacecraft Manager at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory on the Europa Clipper mission. My entire career has been spent in aerospace engineering and engineering management working on projects like the Hubble Space Telescope, Orion Crew Return Vehicle, and the Europa Clipper. Courses Taught MTH 099, MTH 105, MTH 125 My Passion: I love helping people learn! With mathematics, I love to share the practical, real-world applications of the math I am teaching. One of my biggest thrills is to see the student comprehend the material being taught. Hobbies: Traveling, hiking, baseball, cycling, reading

Celebrate your academic achievements at Los Angeles Pacific University's commencement ceremony. Find essential details on the event schedule, venue, FAQs, and how to prepare for your special day. Commencement We Celebrate Our Graduates We Celebrate our Graduates! Commencement Ceremony: Saturday, December 13, 2025 We look forward to recognizing your achievement and celebrating with you! Master's Degree Hood Guide A quick guide to carrying your Master's Degree Hood during the Commencement ceremony. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE Watch the replay of LAPU’s 2024 Commencement Ceremony. Commencement FAQ's WHEN AND WHERE DOES THE COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY TAKE PLACE? The 2025 commencement ceremony will take place on Saturday, December 13th 2025 at 5:30pm in the Felix Event Center (https://29c21946-f114-4943-8fd2-9d40a0594ae5.usrfiles.com/ugd/29c219_4b3da4c19e16401c9c5d86732c03ffd8.pdf)on APU’s campus. WHEN DO I NEED TO ARRIVE TO CHECK IN ON COMMENCEMENT DAY? Check in begins 1 hour prior to the start of the ceremony. 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. 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. 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). HOW LONG DOES THE CEREMONY USUALLY LAST? Most commencement ceremonies are approximately two hours, depending on the number of graduates. 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(mailto:accessibility@lapu.edu) 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. HOW CAN I ORDER PERSONALIZED GRADUATION ANNOUNCEMENTS? Visit the online store (https://colleges.herffjones.com/college/lapu/)for commencement related items. Click here for pricing.(https://29c21946-f114-4943-8fd2-9d40a0594ae5.usrfiles.com/ugd/29c219_8505688a6cd543c0b01c54e69cdcd9a2.pdf) 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. CAN I WATCH THE COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY ONLINE? A link to the livestream will be available on December 13th, beginning at 5:30pm at lapu.edu/live(https://www.lapu.edu/live/) CAN I PURCHASE OR PRE-ORDER FLOWERS FOR MYSELF OR SOMEONE ELSE FOR COMMENCEMENT? Pre-order leis and flowers (https://www.thecommencementgroup.com/lapu/)here 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. WHEN WILL MY DEGREE POST? Degrees should post within three weeks after final grades and/or transcripts have been received. HOW CAN I ORDER MY TRANSCRIPTS? Complete the online transcript (https://www.lapu.edu/resource/transcripts/)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. ARE JOBS OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE AT LAPU? Yes, many job opportunities exist at LAPU. For a complete list, visit LAPU’s Employment Opportunities (https://www.lapu.edu/resource/employment/)page. 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 (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.(mailto:lapucapandgown@apu.edu)

Los Angeles Pacific University invites military servicemembers, veterans, and spouses of active or reserve military servicemembers to enroll in our academic programs. Military & Veterans Proudly Supporting those who serve our nation. A Top 10 Military Friendly University Dedicated support for active-duty and veteran service members. Tuition Discount on all programs. See details below. A Yellow Ribbon School and GI Bill® eligible. GI BILL IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA). Life After The Service Watch this message from our veterans on staff. We’re passionate about helping because we’ve been there too. Tuition Discount A 10% tuition discount is available to active duty* and veteran military service members. For the purposes of this tuition discount, active duty includes: U.S. Air Force: active duty, Air National Guard on active duty, Air Force Reserve on active duty U.S. Army: active duty, Army National Guard on active duty, Army Reserve on active duty U.S. Coast Guard: active duty, Coast Guard Reserve on active duty U.S. Marines: active duty, Marine Corps Reserve on active duty U.S. Navy: active duty, Naval Reserve on active duty “Active” is defined as after basic training is complete. View current tuition rates . First: Apply to LAPU Visit Admissions to learn more about deadlines and requirements. Ready to apply? Fill out this simple form and a LAPU Enrollment Counselor will contact you shortly. After Applying to LAPU: VA Benefits (33, 35, 31, 1606, 1607) 1. Apply for VA Benefits & Certificate of Eligibility (COE) https://www.va.gov/education/how-to-apply/ 2. Complete: Military and Veterans Application Form: Complete one time, AFTER being admitted to LAPU. VA Certification Request Form: Complete every semester to let me know you would like to be certified for the courses you registered for. 3. Miscellaneous Forms: Military Tuition Discount Form: Filled out once and applied to future semesters. Tuition Assistance or MyCAA 1. Complete: Military and Veterans Application Form: Complete one time, AFTER being admitted to LAPU. 2. Contact your local ESO and Service Portal Customer Service to help with generating your TA Voucher. Send a copy of your Tuition Assistance or MyCAA tuition approval for the courses in which you will be enrolled for the Semester. 3. Log into the Tuition Assistance website and email your course approval to military@lapu.edu . Air Force Tuition Assistance Army Tuition Assistance Navy Tuition Assistance Marines Tuition Assistance Coast Guard Tuition Assistance MyCAA Net Price Calculator Principles of Excellence Los Angeles Pacific University fully complies with Executive Order 13607 establishing Principles of Excellence for educational institutions serving service members, veterans, spouses, and other family members. Learn More Students using GI Bill® benefits from the VA will not be charged out-of-state tuition and fees. In accordance with Title 38 US Code 3679 subsection (e), this school adopts the following additional provisions for any students using U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Post 9/11 G.I. Bill® (Ch. 33) or Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (Ch. 31) benefits, while payment to the institution is pending from the VA. This school will not: Prevent the student’s enrollment; Assess a late penalty fee to the student; Require the student to secure alternative or additional funding; Deny the student access to any resources (access to classes, libraries, or other institutional facilities) available to other students who have satisfied their tuition and fee bills to the institution. However, to qualify for this provision, such students may be required to: Produce the VA Certificate of Eligibility (COE) by the first day of class; Provide a written request to be certified; Provide additional information needed to properly certify the enrollment as described in other institutional policies Johnny Isakson and David P. Roe, M.D. Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvement Act of 2020 (P.L.116-315) Los Angles Pacific University abides by Provision 1005 and provides in-state tuition to all Marine Gunnery Sergeant John David Fry Scholarship, Ch 30 and CH 33 recipients. Records and Training Transcripts ACE (American Council on Education) explains how your military training and experience can be translated into academic credit. Learn more in the military guide . To earn academic credit for military service and coursework, request your official transcript: Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, and Navy Joint Services Transcript (JST) Air Force (Community College of the Air Force Additional Resources There are a number of resources available to veterans. The VA, AMVETS, and DAV offer many services to veterans and their dependents. Whether it be for your education or disability benefits, these organizations can help with the benefits you have earned. VA (Department of Veterans Affairs) Veterans Crisis Line DAV (Disabled American Veterans) Military OneSource: This is a 24/7 resource for military members, their spouses, and veterans. Visit the Military OneSource website for more information. Transition Assistance Program (TAP): The Transition Assistance Program (TAP) provides information, tools, and training to ensure service members and their spouses are prepared for the next step in civilian life whether pursuing additional education, finding a job in the public or private sector or starting their own business. Visit the TAP website for more information. *Contact a LAPU Enrollment Representative at (855) 527-2768 or contact@lapu.edu for more detailed information about our online degree programs. “GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.” Request Information An Enrollment Counselor will get in touch to answer your questions. Get More Info Apply Today The online application is free and only takes a few minutes. Get Started

Discover LAPU's commitment to accessibility. Learn about accommodations, support services, and resources designed to ensure equal educational opportunities for all students. Accessibility Introduction to Accommodations at LAPU About LAPU’s Accessibility Office Los Angeles Pacific University is committed to promoting a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive educational environment for students and visitors with disabilities. Furthermore, we strive to ensure that all students have equal access to every aspect of their educational experience at LAPU. The Accessibility Office fulfills these commitments by facilitating individualized, reasonable, and timely accommodations for students with disabilities through an interactive process. We also continue to identify and remove barriers to access through a universal design approach to our learning environment. This page serves as a central resource for all disability and accessibility-related information for LAPU students and visitors. Read Mission Statement Emma Cameron Accessible Education Manager ADA/Section 504 Coordinator Phone: 626-495-2865 Email: accessibility@lapu.edu Book an Appointment Fax: 626-263-1851 Emma Cameron is the Accessible Education Manager and ADA/Section 504 Coordinator at LAPU. In this role, Emma serves the vision of LAPU by promoting an accessible educational environment that is inclusive of individuals with disabilities. In addition, Emma strives to ensure that LAPU is compliant to meet disability legal regulations. Emma is passionate about creating universal design approaches, fostering an inclusive university culture for students with disabilities, and empowering students to achieve their academic goals through self-advocacy and a growth mindset. Steps to Apply for Accommodations 1. Complete Application Application Form for Current Students Application Form for Prospective Students 2. Submit Documentation Please submit any supporting documentation that you may have to best inform the Accessibility Office of (1) the nature of your disability, (2) how it impacts your academic experience, and (3) any professional recommendations the Accessibility Office should consider as disability accommodations are evaluated. Documentation is strongly recommended, however not required in all cases. Please do not let a lack of documentation deter you from pursuing the application process for accommodations. Documentation options may include a letter from a doctor or therapist, treatment records, records of accommodations received at other institutions, IEP or 504 plans, testing center results, disability records from professional entities like Veteran Affairs or the Department of Rehabilitation, and records of receiving state or federal disability benefits. Please contact the Accessibility Office for additional questions about documentation. Documentation may be submitted by email to accessibility@lapu.edu , by fax to (626) 200-4738, or by mail to the LAPU mailing address (please specify attention to the Accessibility Office). 3. Schedule Intake Appointment Once your application materials have been received and reviewed for completion, you will be contacted within two business days by email or telephone to schedule an intake appointment with the Accessible Education Manager. Frequently Asked Questions WHAT IS AN ACCOMMODATION? According to the ADA, an accommodation is a reasonable modification to a policy, practice, or procedure to allow persons with disabilities access to all programs and activities provided by an educational institution. Accommodations may involve auxiliary aids, assistive technology, or other services which serve to ensure access. The purpose of an accommodation is to mitigate any barrier(s) to access attributed to disability. Accommodations must be reasonable and necessary. They cannot fundamentally alter any learning objectives or reduce any essential requirements or academic standards of a course or program. WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR ACCOMMODATIONS? Qualified students with a disability (those who meet the definition) are eligible to request a reasonable accommodation for any LAPU course or activity. A disability is defined as a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. Major life activities include: caring for oneself, performing manual tasks, seeing, hearing, eating, sleeping, standing, walking, lifting, bending, speaking, breathing, learning, reading, concentrating, thinking, communicating, working, and major bodily functions. WHEN CAN STUDENTS APPLY FOR ACCOMMODATIONS? Anytime. Please note that accommodations, once approved, are not retroactive and will take effect during the academic week in which they are approved and forward. LAPU applicants can apply for accommodations during the enrollment process, however, accommodations will not be officially approved until admitted to the university. HOW LONG DOES THE ACCOMMODATIONS APPLICATION PROCESS TAKE? Approximately two weeks. The timeline can be faster; it is primarily dependent upon how quickly application materials are submitted and additional steps are completed by the applicant. HOW ARE ACCOMMODATIONS EVALUATED? • Accessibility staff will work directly with students to determine accommodations through an interactive process. • Approved accommodations can be revisited at any time, especially based upon health updates, challenging course schedules, or other circumstances. • Documentation from a professional provider or other entity will be requested as a part of the application, however, the Accessibility Office does not want a lack of documentation to be a barrier for students. Students are welcome to pursue the application process for accommodations even if they do not have additional documentation. WHAT ABOUT CONFIDENTIALITY? • Students are not required to disclose any information regarding their disability, diagnosis, or other health information to LAPU staff or faculty outside of the Accessibility Office. • The Accessibility Office will only communicate information about approved student accommodations to the necessary individuals who will be implementing them as a part of their job-related duties. We will not share confidential disability information without gaining a student’s explicit permission first. ARE THERE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR COVID-19? If a student contracts the COVID-19 virus or any variant related to it, as a first step, they should pursue the standard LAPU late work policy as stated in the academic catalog to address a need for additional time for assignments with their professor. If any symptoms related to COVID-19 illness persist beyond one month and students have sought medical attention for Long-COVID or an ongoing Post-COVID condition, they are eligible to apply for accommodation services. Long-COVID and Post-COVID conditions are considered a disability under the ADA and students may pursue necessary services and resources available through the Accessibility Office. HOW SHOULD INDIVIDUALS REPORT COMPLAINTS/GRIEVANCES? If an individual has concerns about access, about the Accessibility Office’s process or services, about the way their accommodations have been provided, or if an individual feels they have been discriminated against on the basis of disability, we encourage them to communicate the concern by following the Accessibility Grievance Process.(https://www.lapu.edu/sub-resource/accessibility-grievance-process/) The purpose of this process is to serve as a vehicle for communication and decision-making through prescribed procedures between any individual and LAPU in order to facilitate the investigation and resolution of the concern in a timely manner. Student Resources Academic Resources & Assistive Technology VIEW Financial Resources VIEW Mental Health Services & Resources VIEW Disability Testing for LAPU Students VIEW More About Accessibility While LAPU supports reasonable accommodations, our primary goal is to continually create an environment that is accessible to as many individuals as possible without the need for accommodation, adaptation, or modification. When something is accessible, it means a person with a disability is afforded the opportunity to acquire the same information, engage in the same interactions, and enjoy the same services as a person without a disability in an equally effective and integrated manner, with substantially equivalent ease of use. LAPU websites and courses are designed with web accessibility industry standards in mind to ensure elements like captions and alternative text for images are provided and webpages will function properly for those who use keyboards, screenreaders, or other assistive technologies. Visitor Forms Report Inaccessible Web Content : If you have found anything on our website that is inaccessible, please let us know about it by completing this form . Request Accommodations for LAPU Virtual Events : Please complete this form to request specific accommodations for any LAPU webinar or other virtual event you may be attending. Apply Today The online application is free and only takes a few minutes. Get Started Get in Touch We’d love to hear from you. We’re here to help. CONTACT US

Empower Your Future: Discover Growth at LAPU At LAPU, you’ll earn your degree 100% online, preparing you for the career and calling God has placed on your heart. Explore Career-Ready Programs Why Choose LAPU Your career starts here. At LAPU, you’ll gain the skills employers demand while learning in a flexible, faith-centered environment designed for your success. 100% online for busy schedules Accredited, career-relevant programs Christian foundation for purpose-driven leadership Next Steps Your career starts here. REQUEST INFO Career-Ready Pathways Our programs are built to help you enter today’s job market with confidence. Whether you’re drawn to health sciences, psychology, education, business, public administration, or leadership, your degree from LAPU is designed to open doors. Public Administration Learn More Organizational Leadership Learn More Health Sciences Learn More Education & Humanities Learn More Business Learn More Psychology Learn More Faith and Career Growth We prepare you not just for a job, but for a calling. Grow in your faith as you gain professional skills that equip you to make a meaningful impact. Support for Success LAPU offers dedicated success coaches, career services, and mentoring, meaning you’ll never navigate your career journey alone. Don’t take our word for it, here’s what students are saying. As a first-generation college student from a Mexican family, earning my MBA at LAPU was a big milestone. I faced challenges alone but stayed motivated to set an example. My family’s support kept me going during tough times. The online format let me work and build my business while studying. LAPU taught me to keep Christ at the center of all I do. Francisco Anaya Master of Business Administration As a returning college student and single mother of three small children, I knew my educational journey would be a challenge, but I have not travelled alone since day one at LAPU. God led me to LAPU and he has not left my side since. I am the first member in my immediate family to obtain a college degree, and my children will follow in my footsteps. Tiffany Ross B.A. In Liberal Studies God made sure that every door opened for me to attend LAPU. I was connected with a fantastic Success Coach, and all of my classes have been great. I believe that God is the key to my success here at LAPU. I often pray over my schooling and that I continue to walk in God’s will. Christina Luis B.A. in Applied Psychology Studies Request Information Resources & Disclaimers Military Student Support Financial Aid Options State Authorization List

Liberal Studies / Education Jodie Noblett Education: BA, Azusa Pacific University MS, University of Southern California Professional Experience: History Instructor & Department Head, Chino Valley USD Most of my career has been in K – 8 education, offering me the opportunity to develop skills necessary to effectively guide student learning in a 20th century classroom. Courses Taught CS 200, LIBS 300, LIBS 301, LIBS 302, LIBS 401 My Passion: I have been an educator for over 20 years, having taught everything from elementary school to junior high school to university. I am currently a full-time U.S. History and Leadership teacher at Townsend Junior High School in Chino Hills, California. I have a love of learning and a passion for sharing my knowledge and joy of teaching with future educators, bringing the perspective of today’s modern classroom setting to life through University course content. Hobbies: Hiking, Photography, Scrapbooking, Travel

Explore student demographics and enrollment trends at Los Angeles Pacific University. Learn about our diverse student body, growth patterns, and commitment to academic success. Student Demographics and Enrollment Back to IR Home Student Success Data Assessment Data Student Demographics LAPU maintains a diverse population of learners and remains committed to serving all students across lines of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, socioeconomic status, class, age, and ability. Enrollment We believe the entire LAPU community is called to contribute to cultivating hope through learning and we accomplish this through our core values of being Exemplary, Caring, and focused on Learning. We are committed to preparing individuals not only with the skills and attitudes to thrive in their community and workplace, but also to point the way to something bigger — to the ultimate hope that is in Jesus Christ. This unwavering commitment is reflected in our upward growth trend as we continually work to spread the message of hope to as many students as possible.

Explore Los Angeles Pacific University’s financial aid policies, including eligibility, loan requirements, SAP guidelines, refunds, and withdrawal rules. Stay informed to maximize your financial aid benefits. Financial Aid Policies Financial Agreement A student may not participate in graduation ceremonies, register for further sessions, or receive any diploma or certificate until all financial obligations have been satisfied in accordance with LAPU financial policies. Any diploma or certificate shall be withheld by the university until all such obligations are satisfied. Release of any such documents, prior to or subsequent to any default by the debtors, shall not be considered a binding precedent or modification of this policy. The university reserves the right to make any changes in institutional refund policies, fees, and expenses without notice. Financial Aid Packaging LAPU offers financial aid in the form of loans, grants, and scholarships. In order to serve the large number of students needing financial assistance, LAPU coordinates various elements of each student’s financial aid program. This packaging approach may include assistance from two or more sources of financial aid. The university’s goal is to award all applicants the maximum scholarship, grant, and loan for which they qualify, within the restrictions of federal and state guidelines and institutional policies. Keeping in Touch The university will attempt to inform students about deadlines and procedures, but the final responsibility for the timely filing of the FAFSA and related documents is the student’s. The student must notify Student Financial Services regarding changes in financial situation, marriage, loss of a job, change in class load, withdrawal from school, or change of address. In order to contact Student Financial Services, a student may email, call, or visit in person. Loan Code of Conduct As a part of the Program Participation Agreement for participating in Title IV financial aid programs, institutions are required to develop and comply with a loan code of conduct that prohibits conflicts of interest for financial aid personnel with respect to all student loans. Any LAPU employee who has responsibilities with respect to student educational loans must annually be reminded to comply with this code of conduct. The following provisions bring LAPU into compliance with the federal law [CFR 34 601.21 and HEOA 487]. 1. Neither LAPU as an institution nor any individual or financial aid employee shall enter into any revenue-sharing arrangement with any lender that makes loans to students attending the institution. 2. No financial aid employee of LAPU who has responsibilities with respect to education loans, or any of their family members, shall solicit or accept any gift from a lender, guarantor, or servicer of education loans. a. For purposes of this prohibition, the term “gift” means any gratuity, favor, discount, entertainment, hospitality, loan or other item having a monetary value of more than a nominal value. b. Gifts and favorable terms and benefits do not include a brochure, workshop or training using standard materials relating to a loan, default aversion, or financial literacy, such as a part of a training session. Entrance and exit counseling as long as the institution’s staff are in control of the counseling and the counseling do not promote the services of a specific lender. 3. An employee at LAPU who has responsibilities with respect to education loans shall not accept from any lender or affiliate of any lender any fee, payment, or other financial benefit (including the opportunity to purchase stock) as compensation for any type of consulting arrangement or other contract to provide services to a lender or on behalf of a lender relating to education loans. 4. LAPU shall not: a. assign a lender to a first-time borrower through award packaging or any other method; or b. refuse to certify or delay certification of any loan based on the borrower’s selection of a particular lender or guaranty agency. 5. LAPU shall not request or accept from any lender any offer of funds to be used for private education loans, including funds for an opportunity pool loan, to students in exchange for the institution providing concessions or promises regarding providing the lender with: a. a specific loan volume of such loans; or b. a preferred lender arrangement for such loans. c. an “opportunity pool loan” is defined as a private education loan made by a lender to a student (or the student’s family) that involves a payment by the institution to the lender for extending credit to the student. 6. LAPU shall not request or accept from any lender any assistance with call center staffing or financial aid office staffing. 7. Any financial aid office employee who has any responsibilities with respect to education loans or other student financial aid, and who serves on an advisory board, commission, or group established by a lender, guarantor, or group of lenders or guarantors, shall be prohibited from receiving anything of value from the lender, guarantor, or group of lenders or guarantors, except that the employee may be reimbursed for reasonable expenses incurred in serving on such an advisory board, commission, or group. Nondiscrimination Student Financial Services does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. Federal ‘Return to Title IV’ (R2T4) Policy It is important to note that the federal government awards financial aid with the assumption that a student will complete the courses for which one is receiving the aid. If a student receives a federal aid disbursement but fails to begin at least half-time attendance for the term, the student is not eligible for the aid. If a student does not complete all the sessions of a modular (sequential) course schedule, in some cases the student only earns a portion of the financial aid already received. LAPU is required by federal regulations to use a prescribed formula to calculate the unearned portion of the financial aid received and return it to the Title IV programs. Modular Term R2T4 Policy The U.S. Department of Education has specific regulations that govern the R2T4 calculation for students enrolled in modular courses. Modular courses are defined as those that do not span the entire length of the term and are offered sequentially rather than concurrently (although it is possible for modules to overlap). At LAPU, Session 1 and Session 2 sessions would be considered modules for financial aid purposes. Regulations require the entire period and combination of modular courses to be considered when determining the portion of financial aid that has been earned by a student who withdraws. The student is considered withdrawn when he fails to complete the scheduled enrollment. At this point, the percentage of completion is calculated by dividing the number of completed days by the number of days the student was scheduled to attend. (Scheduled breaks of at least five days are omitted from the calculation.) The fact that a student completes at least one course is no longer a valid reason for not doing the calculation. A student who withdraws from a current module but provides written confirmation of plans to return and attend a future module that begins within 45 days of the end of the current module is considered to still be enrolled. If the student provides written confirmation but then fails to attend a future module, the student is considered withdrawn from the initial date of the original module. If the student withdraws without a written confirmation to attend in the future but returns during the same period, the student is able to receive all funds for which the student has eligibility according to their current enrollment status. Tuition Refunds LAPU wishes to provide a flexible and fair refund policy while adhering to federal student financial aid regulations. When determining an individual student’s aid eligibility, the offered financial aid package is based on the assumption that the student will complete the entire term for which he or she is registered (and the corresponding number of units required to complete the term). If the student must withdraw completely at some point during the term, the student must complete the withdrawal procedure in writing. The student’s aid package will also be adjusted per federal regulations. The institutional policy for students withdrawing is, in keeping with federal policy guidelines concerning refunds and withdrawals, as follows: In the event a student withdraws or drops from all units within a term, institutional charges, financial aid, and refunds will be calculated on a per diem basis. If this calculates to 60 percent or greater of the term, then NO adjustments will be made. Tuition Refund Policy The LAPU refund policy applies to all students who are residents of California and to most students who are residents of the United States. For states that require LAPU to use a different refund policy, see below. Students who drop a course before Noon PT on Friday of Week 1 will be issued a full refund for the course. Students who do not submit an assignment by 8 AM PT Wednesday of Week 2 are administratively dropped and refunded 100 percent. Students who withdraw after Noon PT on Friday of Week 1 will receive no refund and a W grade is issued. All students are subject to a proration of federal financial aid per the regulations for all federal aid. Withdrawal requests will be processed on the date received through 8 AM PT Monday of Week 6. Any student dismissed by the university will receive refunds at the administration’s discretion. If a student feels that individual circumstances warrant exceptions, a general petition may be submitted. Students receiving federal aid including military benefits are subject to a proration of federal financial aid per regulations for all federal aid. Refund Policy Exceptions Any exception to the stated policy must be requested in writing using the General Petition form. Release of Records It is understood that by applying for financial aid, the student grants the Office of Student Financial Services the right to release the student’s grades and enrollment records to scholarship, state, federal, and loan agencies as needed and allowed by federal and state regulations. Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Students attending LAPU who wish to receive financial aid, in addition to meeting other eligibility criteria, must be in good academic standing and making satisfactory academic progress in their degree or certificate program. Students are evaluated at the end of each semester (fall, spring, and summer). The following minimum academic standards must be met: Qualitative Measures In order to be eligible for federal, state, and institutional funds, students must maintain a minimum per semester grade-point average (GPA) of at least: Undergraduate level = 2.0 Graduate level = 3.0 Quantitative Measures Students are expected to complete a minimum of 67 percent of units in which they enroll from the beginning of their program. The policy applies to cumulative units only. Thus, a student who successfully completes 18 units without withdrawing from any classes, and then enrolls in 6 units but withdraws from all units would still make satisfactory progress. The student would have completed 18 out of 24 total units (18/24 total units = 75 percent), which is greater than 67 percent. Time Limit for Receiving Federal Financial Aid Federal financial aid for all programs cannot exceed 150 percent of the total units in the program, including units that result from transfer units and repeated courses. Students will not be eligible to receive aid after completing the number of units listed below: Certificate programs: 24 A.A./A.S. programs: 90 B.A./B.S. programs: 180 All other graduate programs: 50 M.A. in Psychology program: 54 Undeclared (NDS): 60 Grades The only grades that meet satisfactory academic progress completion standards are grades for which credit is awarded; A, B, C, D, P, and CR (credit). Withdrawal and incomplete grades are not passing grades but they are included in attempted units. Challenge exams and audited courses are not considered. Transfer Credits and Remedial Coursework Transfer credits that have been officially accepted to complete program requirements will count for qualitative (GPA requirement) and quantitative (pace requirement) measures of Satisfactory Academic Progress. A student may take one academic year’s worth of remedial courses for financial aid. Remedial coursework for students who are admitted into an eligible program and taken within that program will be counted toward all three progress measures for SAP. New, Changed, or Added Programs If a student changes or adds programs, it will not reset the current qualitative (GPA) or quantitative (pace) measures of SAP. GPA and completion rate will be used for all programs in which the student enrolls at LAPU. If the student changes or adds a program, the maximum time frame will be reset from the date of initial enrollment in the new degree program. Repeated Courses If a student repeats a failed or a previously passed class, it will replace the grade to recalculate into the new cumulative GPA. The units will still count toward the completion rate and maximum time frame. Students who pass a class (A, B, C, D) and choose to repeat it for a higher grade may receive financial aid only once (a total of two attempts) for that repeated class. Students may receive financial aid for a failed class (F) that they repeat until they pass. Note: A D grade is considered a passing grade by the U.S. Department of Education. Financial Aid SAP Statuses Students who fail to maintain SAP for the first time will be placed on Financial Aid Warning and will be given one semester of financial aid eligibility to correct their SAP deficiencies. If the student does not make up the deficiencies in that one semester, they will be placed on Financial Aid Suspension and will be ineligible for all federal, state, and most institutional financial aid. If the student appeals and is approved, they will be placed on Financial Aid Probation. Appeals Students may appeal for reinstatement of financial aid if they, a spouse, or dependent children have experienced illness that prevented class attendance for an extended period of time, they have experienced a death in the immediate family (parents, siblings, spouse, or dependent children), or they have experienced some extraordinary situation that prevented them from meeting the minimum standards. Such a situation must be exceptional and nonrecurring in nature. The appeal for reinstatement must explain the cause of the academic difficulty and how the situation has been resolved. An SAP appeal form is available in the Student Services portal. Students may submit the form to appeal for reinstatement of financial aid. The student’s Success Coach will then help the student prepare an SAP Academic Plan to help get them back into good academic standing. Once the SAP Appeal and the SAP Academic Plan are both complete, the Success Coach will submit the entire package to the SAP Appeal Committee for review. Regaining Eligibility Students regain financial aid eligibility when they meet all three measures of progress for SAP. It is possible for students to be placed on a warning status multiple times in their academic career. Verification Each year, the federal government randomly chooses about 30 percent of all FAFSA applications for a process that’s called “verification.” The law requires colleges to obtain information from the family that confirms the accuracy of the information that was reported on the FAFSA (e.g. tax transcripts, verification worksheets, etc.). Beyond those applications selected for verification, the law requires colleges to also request further documentation when a FAFSA application and/or subsequent paperwork appears incomplete or inaccurate. A student is not eligible to receive federal, state, and/or institutional need-based aid until all required paperwork has been submitted. We realize that these requests may sometimes seem a bit intrusive, but LAPU is merely following the requirements set forth in the law. Outside Aid Resources Students are required to report all outside aid resources they expect to receive during the period for which they are seeking financial assistance. These resources could include, but are not limited to, veteran’s benefits, outside scholarships, fellowships, stipends, and company reimbursement. Failure to report these resources could result in delays in receiving aid funds or adjustments to the aid package once the financial aid office is made aware of any outside resources. Withholding or concealing information about these resources may constitute fraud as the student would be receiving financial aid to which they are not entitled. Over-Awards Each year a number of financial aid recipients are distressed to learn that their aid package is being reduced due to an over-award. As required, students must inform Student Financial Services of any outside aid awards or changes in their class load. This will save the frustration and inconvenience that may result from an over-award. A student’s budget, as determined by LAPU using federal and state calculations, could reduce the total aid package. All institutional aid is subject to coordination with federal, state, and all other aid sources. All institutional aid is subject to the policies printed in the catalog and any other printed materials. Availability of all aid is subject to federal, state, institutional, and private funding. Treatment of Unofficial Withdrawals If a student fails to officially withdraw and receives all FNs as grades for the semester, the Department of Education considers the student to have unofficially withdrawn from classes. LAPU is required to investigate and determine when the student actually last attended class and then perform the required R2T4 calculation. If the date of withdrawal cannot be confirmed, the R2T4 calculation is done using a 50 percent completion rate. This process is usually completed well after the end of the semester, once grades are submitted. Apply Today The online application is free and only takes a few minutes. Get Started Get in Touch We’d love to hear from you. We’re here to help. CONTACT US