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July 20 - July 24
Graduate Residency Week
august 28
New Student Orientation (NSO)
Aug 31
Fall 2026 Classes Begin
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Fall Preview at LPU

You’ll get a real look at student life by attending class, experiencing chapel, meeting students and faculty, and learning about the opportunities available to you. Prospective students can also spend the night in our dorms and get a feel for what it’s like to live on campus. Save the Date and join us at Life Pacific University in San Dimas, CA, on Oct 22-23!

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AMONG THE BEST
Life Pacific University was named a top 10 Best Regional Colleges West by U.S. News and World Report. Additionally, we rank #11 in Best Value schools and #5 for Social Mobility.
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Academics

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Life Pacific University offers degree programs that will equip you to pursue your life and career goals, all while you grow in your faith.

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Southern CALifornia is OUR BACKYARD

At Life Pacific University, students get more than a Christ-centered education. They get a Southern California experience filled with opportunity, adventure, and community. From Disneyland and the beaches to local mountains, hiking trails, internships, churches, and cultural experiences, LPU is perfectly located for students to grow, explore, and prepare for a life of purpose.

About Life Pacific University

A place to gain access to new opportunities and an affordable biblically-centered education.

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Opened in

1923

Alumni

20,500

Students

630+

Faculty & Staff

110+

Events

Wednesday, July 22nd at 7:30am

Webinar & Discussion: Proclaiming the Gospel Amid Conflict and Turmoil

Jesus said, the gates of hell will not prevail. But sometimes, surveying the stories going on in this world, it seems like the kingdom of this world is not yet the kingdom of our lord. One might wonder if the...

July 25, 2026

Cumbre De Liderazgo 2026

An event aimed at all influential leaders committed to Biblical training.

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From Certificate to Doctorate: A Complete Ministry Education Pathway

July 21

At Life Pacific University, we believe ministry preparation is a lifelong process. That is why we offer a complete educational pathway that allows students to begin where they are and continue growing as God opens new opportunities for service.

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How Can Pastors Earn an Accredited Degree Without Leaving Ministry?

July 20

Many pastors feel called to continue their education but wonder how they can balance school with the responsibilities of leading a church, caring for their families, and serving their communities. The good news is that earning an accredited degree no longer requires putting your ministry on hold.

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Life Pacific University and Rescue Mission Alliance Announce Partnership to Transform Lives Through Christ-Centered Education

July 17

Life Pacific University and Rescue Mission Alliance officially signed a partnership agreement at LPU’s San Dimas campus, uniting around a shared commitment to restore hope, expand opportunity, and help individuals pursue stronger futures through Christ-centered education.

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Choosing a Christian University: 10 Questions Every Family Should Ask

July 16

Choosing a Christian university is about more than finding the right degree program. It is about choosing a community that will strengthen your faith, help you discover your calling, and prepare you for a life of purpose. These ten questions can help students and families know what to look for as they explore their college options.

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LPU is committed to creating an inclusive environment.

We are a Christian university fully committed to honoring and celebrating the Imago Dei – the image of God (Genesis 1:26) in each student, faculty, and staff member. We celebrate diversity as an expression of God’s creativity and aim to build a diverse, Christ centered community that fully engages students in the transformative educational process that prepares them to be leaders in the Church, the workplace, and the world.