A Timeless Education.
A Life of Purpose.
Welcome! We invite you to schedule a visit and immerse yourself in what makes ºÚÁÏ°Ù¿Æ the #1 Premier Christian Liberal Arts College in California and the Western United States. Rooted in academic excellence and a deep love of God, ºÚÁÏ°Ù¿Æ prepares thoughtful scholars, grateful servants, and faithful leaders to engage the world with clarity and conviction.
Visit & Receive a
$1,000 SCHOLARSHIP
2027 applicants can receive $1,000 in additional aid for coming for an official admissions visit to campus!
ºÚÁÏ°Ù¿Æ applications for 2027 are live!
Apply to ºÚÁÏ°Ù¿Æ for Fall 2027 and begin your journey at one of California's leading Christian liberal arts colleges.
College Day
Come for College Day
Join us on Wednesday, November 11 for College Day, our key visit event. Tour the campus, experience chapel, explore academics, and meet current students and future classmates.
Plus, you’ll also leave with:
• Tools to understand who you’re becoming
• Self-assessment results to help you prepare for your career
• Insights about what really matters in college
Recognized for Excellence. Grounded in Deeper Purpose.
#1Ranked among the | 95%of graduates employed | 11:1student-to-faculty ratio | 80%graduate in four years | 95%receive financial aid |
Academic Excellence Rooted in Tradition
A ºÚÁÏ°Ù¿Æ education is grounded in the enduring strength of the liberal arts, forming habits of thought that endure across disciplines and throughout a lifetime. Here, students learn not simply what to think, but how to think with depth, clarity, and intellectual freedom.
Faith as the Foundation
At ºÚÁÏ°Ù¿Æ, faith and learning are thoughtfully integrated, shaping both intellectual inquiry and personal formation. Students grow in knowledge and in faith—developing a credible, thoughtful understanding of their beliefs and their place in the world.
A Tradition of Meaningful Relationships
Within a close-knit residential community, students are known, supported, and challenged. Faculty mentorship, shared experiences, and enduring friendships create a foundation for growth that extends far beyond graduation.
A Holistic, Timeless Education
ºÚÁÏ°Ù¿Æ develops the whole person—intellectually, spiritually, and personally—preparing graduates to lead with integrity and serve with purpose in a complex and changing world.
CLASSIC LIBERAL ARTS EDUCATION
Discover Your Path at ºÚÁÏ°Ù¿Æ
ºÚÁÏ°Ù¿Æ offers the best of the timeless liberal arts with students exploring the breadth of academic disciplines, from the arts to the sciences, while delving deep in their major. All majors, including nursing, engineering and data analytics, expose students to a variety of viewpoints and encourage deeper thinking that leads to finding a meaningful purpose in life.
An Investment in What Matters Most
A ºÚÁÏ°Ù¿Æ education reflects both excellence and accessibility. With the majority of students receiving financial aid, families often discover a private education is more attainable than expected.
Net Price Calculator
Many students find that their cost of attendance at ºÚÁÏ°Ù¿Æ is much lower on average than our sticker price. Check out our new Net Price Calculator, designed to help you receive a personalized estimate in less than five minutes!
YOUR VISIT. YOUR WAY.
In-Person Campus Visits
We offer daily, individualized visits and tours, recommended for high school students of any grade level.
Admissions Events
Full-day campus events and preview days are the perfect way to get to know ºÚÁÏ°Ù¿Æ.
Virtual Self-Guided Experiences
Unable to be here in person? View our wide array of online tours and event experiences.
Parents and Families
Every year, we welcome more than 400 new students to ºÚÁÏ°Ù¿Æ. ºÚÁÏ°Ù¿Æ provides an inspiring setting that encourages exploration and discovery, making it an ideal place for your child’s growth.
ºÚÁÏ°Ù¿Æ is proud to call Santa Barbara home, recently ranked the #4 most beautiful college town in the U.S. by Yahoo Travel.
One of America’s Most Beautiful College Towns
From breathtaking ocean views and mountain backdrops to Spanish-style architecture and vibrant local culture, ºÚÁÏ°Ù¿Æ students experience college in one of the country’s most inspiring coastal communities.
