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At LMU, we illuminate new ways of thinking where creativity is boundless and justice prevails. Where progress is celebrated. For over a century, we’ve empowered leaders in their ambitious pursuit to secure a brighter world for all.

Special Announcement

President Timothy Law Snyder delivering his 2021 convocation address outdoors.

On Monday, October 7, 2024, President Snyder announced his plans to retire at the end of his term on May 31, 2025. Read President Snyder’s announcement and LMU Board of Trustees Chair Paul Viviano’s message of gratitude.

President Snyder Message

LMU Board Chair Viviano Message

Elias Herrera

Ignite Impact

Elias Herrera, Social Entrepreneur

L.A. is one of the most diverse cities in the world and Elias Herrera ’26 wants to make sure it stays that way. Herrera is a community innovation analyst intern, who researches real estate trends at Inclusive Action for the City, a community development organization with a mission to serve L.A.’s underinvested communities. Learn more about Elias.


IGNITE a Brighter World

Experience LMU

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Explore an LMU undergraduate education, connect with our academic leaders, and understand what it means to learn at a nationally ranked university from faculty at the forefront of their respective fields.

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Graduate Open House: Oct 28 - Nov 1

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The Graduate Programs Open House Week is an excellent opportunity to interact with LMU Faculty and Staff while discovering the unique benefits of an LMU graduate degree. The week will conclude with a tour of campus.

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Currents

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Press Release

W.M. Keck Foundation's $5 Million Gift Will Support EIC

The Keck Foundation gift supports a planned capital expansion of the new Engineering Innovation Complex, within the LMU Frank R. Seaver College of Science and Engineering.

LMU Men's Basketball Player Will Johnston
Athletics

2024-25 Men's Basketball Schedule

LMU Men's Basketball returns to Gersten Pavilion starting Nov. 4 for a new season.

LMU School of Education author and professor William Perez and author Rafael Vazquez
Faculty News

Authors Spotlight Indigenous Students at Faculty Pub Night

LMU Professor William Perez and author Rafael Vázquez discuss the fight for linguistic and educational justice.

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Find Your Program

There's a path for everyone. Explore yours.

LMU offers more than 150 degrees, certificates and credentials to prepare outstanding individuals for lives of meaning, purpose and professional success. Our breadth and depth in academics come from pre-eminent faculty, who have built LMU's reputation as one of the nation's top universities.

By the Numbers

Hannon Library
Top 15%

Wall Street Journal Ranked

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11:1

Student-to-Faculty Ratio

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176

Degrees, Certificates & Credentials

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14

Division I and Varsity Sports

Events

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MORE EVENTS

Research Centers

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StudyLA

StudyLA advocates for a better, more equitable Los Angeles through research, student mentorship, and engagement with its residents and leaders.

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PARC

The Psychology Applied Research Center conducts community-based participatory evaluation and action research and uses a multidisciplinary lens to accomplish its goals.

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CURes

The Center for Urban Resilience is committed to improving the quality of life in our urban communities, especially those that have been historically underserved.

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Explore All

Discover opportunities that fit your interests.

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Gallery

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A Sense of Community

Settling into new surroundings is easy with new friends by your side.

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Pushing the Envelope

The facilities in LMU's state of the art Life Sciences Building help students prepare for careers across disciplines as diverse as basic research, medicine, and environmental remediation.

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California Dreaming

The Pacific Ocean is just down the street from campus, and serves as both a recreational destination and subject for study in the classroom.

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Feel the Spirit

With 20 Division 1 and varsity sports, there are plenty of opportunities to catch a great game on campus.

Sacred Heart Chapel
Iconic Beauty

At the center of it all is Sacred Heart Chapel, the heart of LMU's beautiful Westchester campus.

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L.A. is Your Classroom

A world of opportunity lies in the vibrant city just beyond the bluff.

Live Like a Lion

Life on campus at LMU is as dynamic as the city around us. We think you'll find this a great place to grow as a scholar and individual.

More Campus Life
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Lions Are Fierce

Support Your Pride

Stay up to date with the latest information on your 14 Division I athletics teams by visiting LMU Lions Website or following the Lions on social media @LMULions.

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