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Congratulations on your admission to La Sierra University! Please review the following steps to ensure your transition to the university goes smoothly. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Not all steps will apply to your student status; you may skip those steps.
Your Next Steps
- First, locate your username in your application status portal.
If you are not able to find it, your username is the combination of:
First letter of your first name
+ First 3 letters of your last name
+ Last three digits of your La Sierra University ID number.
Example: jdoe987 - Navigate to https://portal.lasierra.edu. Below the login form, click on Reset Password and enter your username and create a password.
- If you are having issues resetting your password, please contact IT at helpdesk@lasierra.edu or call 951-785-2900
- Follow instructions on adding the DUO app to your phone and connecting it to your student account: https://lasierra.edu/information-technology/mfa-duo/first-time-setup/
Step 1: Submit your FAFSA at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa to be eligible to receive federal grants and loans as well as institutional aid.
Step 2: Schedule an appointment with your enrollment counselor. Their contact information can be found on your application status portal. If you are unable to locate it call us at 951-785-2000 and ask to schedule an appointment with your enrollment counselor.
To meet with the right advisor, update your program before registration by completing a change of major. The change of major can be found on your application status page. If you have any issues, contact admissions@lasierra.edu.
You will need to take the math placement exam (ALEKS) BEFORE REGISTERING FOR CLASSES if you have not completed one of the following:
- SAT score of 580 or higher
- ACT score of 23 or higher
- AP Math score of 3 or higher
- IB Higher level math score of 4 or higher
- Passed a college level math course with a C or higher
Depending on your major, you may need to place into a higher math and may still want to take the placement exam. To do so please follow the instructions on this page: https://lasierra.edu/testing-center/math-placement/. This exam can be taken at home.
Schedule a campus tour and see La Sierra up close; https://lasierra.edu/visit-la-sierra/ . If you are a Criminal Justice student contact kjohnson@lasierra.edu (Corona) or tbell@lasierra.edu (Rancho Mirage) to schedule a visit.
Submit your final official transcripts with graduation dates to admissionstranscript@lasierra.edu . Official transcripts must be sent directly from the school or transcript service. Any transcript with an IP grade is not considered final.
If you took college courses, AP exams or IB exams and want credit, we will you to send official transcripts and scores to us as well.
Click on the links below to schedule an appointment to register for classes.
| Campus/Program | Contact |
|---|---|
| Local Adventist Academy Incoming Freshmen | Your enrollment counselor will be visiting your schools to assist with registration |
| Arts and Humanities | SASS Office |
| Biology, Chemistry, Math, Physics, Pre-Engineering, STEM Education | John Sutter |
| Communications, Computer Science, Psychology, Neuroscience, Social Work | Carlyle Tagolog |
| Health Science, Exercise Science, Student Athletes | SASS Office |
| Pre-Health (2-year programs only) | Griffin Genobaga |
| School of Business | Lexie Langford |
| School of Education | Victoria Bonilla |
| Criminal Justice- Corona and Rancho Mirage | Todd Bell (Rancho Mirage) or Khary Johnson (Corona) |
| Evening Adult Degree Program (EADP) | Leilani Kritzinger |
| Graduate Students | HMS Richards Divinity School Zapara School of Business |
| English as a Second Language (ESL) Program | Nanci Geriguis-Mina |
Music Certificate Program Audition Requirements |
To schedule an appointment with a financial counselor you must be logged into your university gmail account. Or call 951-785-2175 if you are a parent or do not have an account. More information can be found at: https://lasierra.edu/sfs/#c25913
If you are living on campus, please complete and submit an application and your $150 dorm deposit. Instructions can be found at https://lasierra.edu/residential-life/residence-application/
If you are looking for off-campus or non-dorm university housing you must meet specific criteria, contact residential life for details at reslife@lasierra.edu
For instructions on how to upload your required health documents, visit Student Wellness Services here .
Incoming athletes must get a physical exam and complete the ATS Form and Insurance Packet.
If you need a physical, schedule your appointment through PnCweb.lasierra.edu or call 951-785-2200.
You can login and make an appointment here: https://lasierra.edu/security/id-cards/. Visit our security office at the Convenience Center (suite FF) on Pierce (next to the La Loma Market, to take your ID photo and receive your ID card). This will allow you to access campus gates and buildings.
If you are an international student who has been admitted, click here: https://lasierra.edu/oiss/pre-i-20-requirements/ to learn how to set up your profile and pay your student processing fee and deposit to apply for an I-20 form.
All incoming Freshmen, connect with your peers, meet new friends and get connected to campus at our 3 day campus orientation. Learn more information and sign up at : https://lasierra.edu/ignite/ (Opens in April)
Sign up to register your vehicle to park on campus. There are no fees for registering or parking your vehicle on campus. Create an account at: https://parking.lasierra.edu
Looking for a job on campus? Search for available jobs and submit an application in our job portal. https://jobs.silkroad.com/lasierrauniversity/lasierrauniversitycareers
If you require support services for a disability, register with our Office of Accessibility Services: https://lasierra.edu/accessibility-services/
If you are a freshman with a 3.75 GPA or higher, consider signing up for our honors program. Spots are available for transfer students as well. https://lasierra.edu/honors/