University of La Verne

What University of La Verne does

The University of La Verne is a private, nonprofit university founded in 1891 and headquartered in La Verne, California, approximately 35 miles east of Los Angeles. It operates as a multi-college institution comprising the College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, LaFetra College of Education, College of Health and Community Well-Being, and College of Law and Public Service. The academic portfolio spans more than 50 undergraduate majors, over 20 master's programs, five doctoral degrees (EdD, DBA, DPA, PsyD, and JD), and multiple certificate offerings, delivered through traditional semester formats and accelerated eight-week sessions for adult learners.

The institution distributes its educational services through a main residential campus, five regional campuses across Southern and Central California (Bakersfield, Ontario, Santa Clarita, Vandenberg SFB, Naval Base Ventura County), the La Verne Online asynchronous/synchronous platform, military installation programs, and partnerships with over 100 businesses and municipalities. Its core technology stack includes Blackboard LMS, Banner SIS, YouVisit virtual tours, Campus Labs Engage for student engagement, and admissions tooling (Clarity Blueconic, Carnegie, Salesforce, Liaison CAS) supporting traditional undergraduate, adult learner, transfer, international, and military-connected student segments. WASC-accredited and federally designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution and Minority-Serving Institution, the university serves a diverse student body with 96%+ of traditional undergraduates receiving financial aid and a 14:1 student-faculty ratio.

The business model is tuition-driven, supplemented by federal grants (including a $2.2 million U.S. Department of Education award for the Institute of Mental Health and Psychological Well-Being, June 2023), business/municipal partnership revenue at negotiated corporate rates, extended learning non-degree certificates (HR, medical billing, project management, Six Sigma, supply chain via CareerStep, MindEdge, APICS partnerships), and educator professional development courses. Recent U.S. News & World Report 2022 recognition spans online bachelor's, online bachelor's business, online MBA, and online bachelor's programs for veterans.

Name

University of La Verne

Legal name

University of La Verne

Website

https://laverne.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1891

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

The University of La Verne is a private, nonprofit university founded in 1891 in La Verne, California, operating five colleges and delivering bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and certificate programs through a main campus, five regional campuses, military installations, online learning, and 100+ business and municipal partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Comprehensive Doctoral Research Universities (Multi-Disciplinary) (EDAHABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Fully Online Universities (Online-First, Degree-Granting) (EDAHALAA), Online Professional Schools (MBA/MPA/MPH/Etc.) (EDAHALAE), Online Teacher Education Universities (Licensure & M.Ed.) (EDAHALAG)

Keywords

• Higher education
• Undergraduate programs
• Graduate programs
• Online degree programs
• Professional development

Headquarters

HQ city

La Verne

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Undergraduate Tuition: Tuition and fees charged to undergraduate students for academic programs at main campus, regional campuses, and online. Rates vary by campus location and program format.
2. Graduate and Professional Education Tuition: Tuition revenue from master's, doctoral, and professional degree programs including Juris Doctor, PsyD, and various graduate certificates
3. Federal Grants: Grant funding from U.S. Department of Education and other federal agencies for specific programs and initiatives such as the Institute of Mental Health and Psychological Well-Being ($2.2 million)
4. Business and Community Partnerships: Partnership programs with over 100 businesses and municipalities providing education to employees at negotiated rates
5. Extended Learning and Professional Development: Non-degree continuing education courses, certificates, and professional development offerings including HR, medical billing, project management, Six Sigma, and supply chain programs

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

The University of La Verne is a private nonprofit university that delivers undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and professional degree programs, along with non-degree continuing education and certificates, across five colleges and multiple delivery channels. It operates a main residential campus in La Verne, California, five regional campuses across Southern and Central California, on-site education at two military installations, and a top-ranked online learning platform. The institution also offers accelerated programs for working adults, transfer pathways from community colleges, international student services, study abroad, and partnership programs with over 100 businesses and municipalities.

Product overview

The University of La Verne is a private, nonprofit university offering a comprehensive educational portfolio through five colleges: College of Arts and Sciences (50+ majors), College of Business (MBA, DBA, DPA programs), LaFetra College of Education (teacher preparation, EdD), College of Health and Community Well-Being (10 degree options including PsyD), and College of Law and Public Service (Juris Doctor). The institution operates multiple delivery channels including the main La Verne Campus, five regional campuses across Southern California, military base locations, and La Verne Online—a top-ranked online platform. Additional offerings include Extended Learning (professional certificates), Professional Development Courses (educator training), and Study Abroad programs spanning six continents. The university also implements The La Verne Experience, a signature academic initiative integrating classroom learning with community engagement through structured programs (FLEX, SoLVE, LVE 400).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• La Verne Online Top-ranked online learning platform offering fully online bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs with flexible, asynchronous coursework accessible nationwide (state-dependent). Recognized by U.S. News & World Report for bachelor's programs, bachelor's business programs, bachelor's veterans programs, and MBA programs.
• Extended Learning Continuing education and professional development program offering non-degree, non-credit courses and certificates in areas including human resources, medical billing/coding, project management, Six Sigma, and supply chain management. Includes CareerStep healthcare program partnership offerings.
• Professional Development Courses for Educators Graduate-level online courses for educators seeking salary advancement, certification, or license renewal. Offers over 250 courses in Kinesiology, Classroom Management, Technology in Education, Neurodiversity, and related subjects earning semester credit. Available online or in PDF format.
• Regional Campus Programs Network of regional campuses in Bakersfield, Burbank, Irvine, Ontario, Santa Clarita, Vandenberg SFB, and Naval Base Ventura County offering accelerated evening, weekend, and online programs for adult learners across Central and Southern California.
• The La Verne Experience The university's signature academic initiative comprising FLEX (First-Year La Verne Experience), SoLVE (Sophomore La Verne Experience), and LVE 400 senior capstone, integrating classroom theory with practical community engagement throughout a student's academic journey, paired with an e-Portfolio system.
• Degree and Certificate Programs Comprehensive portfolio of more than 50 undergraduate majors, over 20 master's programs, five doctoral degrees (EdD, DBA, DPA, PsyD, Juris Doctor), and dozens of certificates and credentials spanning the College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, LaFetra College of Education, College of Health and Community Well-Being, and College of Law and Public Service.
• Study Abroad International education program enabling semester, year-long, and short-term study abroad experiences on six continents through La Verne-affiliated programs, with options for traditional and unique destinations including England, France, Japan, New Zealand, Ghana, and India.
• Business and Municipal Partnership Programs Workforce education partnership program offering degree information, instruction, and billing for more than 100 business and municipal partners at negotiated partnership rates, providing comprehensive employee education delivery without adding workload to partner HR staff.
• Institute of Mental Health and Psychological Well-Being University institute dedicated to promoting mental health equity and improving community well-being through education, services, and partnerships, established with a $2.2 million U.S. Department of Education grant.

Quantifiable outcome

• 14:1 average student-faculty ratio
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

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AI maturity

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Integration9 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Business and Municipal PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe University of La Verne has established partnerships with more than 100 businesses and municipalities throughout the United States. Each relationship is tailored to suit employer and employee needs, providing comprehensive program delivery including degree information, instruction, and billing with no additional workload added to partner staff. Programs promote employee skills, satisfaction, and retention.
• California Community CollegescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity works with community colleges throughout Southern and Central California to facilitate seamless transfer pathways. Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG) agreements and Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) programs enable smooth transitions from two-year to four-year institutions.
• U.S. Military InstallationscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity maintains campuses at Naval Base Ventura County and Vandenberg Space Force Base, providing education services to active duty personnel, veterans, and their dependents. Programs designed to accommodate military schedules and utilize VA education benefits.
• Sara and Michael Abraham Campus CentercoreOthersThe Sara and Michael Abraham Campus Center serves as the central hub of student life at the University of La Verne, hosting admission offices, student services, and campus activities.
• CareerStepminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with CareerStep to offer online healthcare programs, some including clinical externships, providing career pathways in medical billing, coding, and other healthcare administration roles.
• MindEdgeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with MindEdge offers online professional development programs for working professionals seeking certificates and skill advancement through micro-credentialing courses.
• American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity is a proud partner of APICS, offering Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) and Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) certification exam prep programs.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• National University: Private nonprofit university headquartered in San Diego with a heavy focus on adult learners, online programs, and military-connected students. Highly comparable to La Verne's adult learner, online, and military student focus and similar tuition positioning.
• Azusa Pacific University: Private nonprofit Christian university in the greater Los Angeles area offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. Directly comparable as a similar-sized, faith-affiliated Southern California private university serving traditional, adult, and online learners with multiple regional campuses.
• Brandman University (now UMass Global): Private nonprofit university focused on adult learners and online education, recently integrated with the University of Massachusetts system. Comparable in adult learner, online, and workforce-development emphasis with similar California footprint.
• California Baptist University: Private nonprofit Christian university in Riverside, California offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs including online options. Comparable as a similarly-sized Southern California private university competing for traditional, transfer, and graduate students with comparable tuition positioning.
• University of Redlands: Private nonprofit university in Redlands, California with a strong regional campus network and adult learner / accelerated programs. Comparable to La Verne in size, mission, Southern California geography, and emphasis on adult, transfer, and graduate learners.
• Brandman University Online (UMass Global): Nonprofit online and adult-learner-focused university serving California working professionals and military students. Comparable in target segments, California regional identity, and emphasis on accelerated and workforce-aligned degree programs.

Regional players

• Pepperdine University: Private nonprofit university headquartered in Malibu, California offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs including a well-known College of Law. Comparable in California private nonprofit positioning, though significantly higher selectivity and brand prestige.
• Chapman University: Private nonprofit university in Orange, California offering undergraduate and graduate programs including law and education. Comparable as a Southern California private university competing for similar student demographics and employer partnership opportunities, though positioned at a higher price/selectivity tier.

Broad incumbents

• Western Governors University: Large nonprofit online-only university serving working adults nationwide with competency-based programs at competitive tuition. Comparable as a direct competitor in La Verne Online's adult learner, online bachelor's, and online MBA segments, though at materially larger scale and lower price point.
• Southern New Hampshire University: Large nonprofit university with one of the largest online enrollment bases in the U.S. Comparable as a competitor in La Verne's online bachelor's, MBA, and adult learner segments, though SNHU operates at vastly greater scale nationally.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ulaverne
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/UniversityofLaVerne
• Facebookfacebook.com/144405687776
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/univoflavernecareerservices
• Instagraminstagram.com/ULaVerne

Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors2 records

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Investments

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