Southern California Christian Colleges & Universities
Mission Statement
As Southern California Christian Colleges & Universities, we serve students, families, and counselors by promoting Christian higher education opportunities, and presenting their value and affordability.
Southern California Christian Colleges & Universities (SCCCU) represents 13 private Christian universities located throughout California. SCCCU member schools provide students with higher education opportunities that are both esteemed and affordable. These institutions incorporate rigorous academic programs, Biblical teaching, and community spirit.
SCCCU member schools offer a well-rounded college experience through providing opportunities for:
- Academic success
- Value & Affordability
- Community involvement
- Spiritual development
Southern California Christian Colleges & Universities institutions offer 266 academic majors and an average 15 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Each campus is regionally accredited by WASC, providing students with a nationally-recognized degree and opening doors for graduate and doctoral studies at both SCCCU and non- SCCCU institutions alike. SCCCU students have an average 51% four-year graduation rate and a 64% six-year graduation rate, compared to the 17% four-year graduation rate and the 52% six-year graduation rate of the California State University system.
Southern California Christian Colleges & Universities is confident in the value of its institutions, and strives to provide students and their families with financial resources to afford a quality Christian education. SCCCU strives to counter the misunderstanding that private institutions are unaffordable, by providing financial aid information and highlighting the value the quality of education, one-on-one attention, and opportunities to graduate on time, offered at these campuses. SCCCU institutions awarded over $531 million in 2013-2014, with 88% of SCCCU students receiving financial aid. In addition to federal assistance, each institution offers a variety of merit-based and departmental scholarships.
In addition to first-rate academics, Southern California Christian Colleges & Universities institutions provide students with an environment that fosters community, healthy relationships, and spiritual growth. Member campuses range between 9 and 131 acres, with student bodies ranging between 323 and 5700 students. SCCCU campuses encourage personal development through extracurricular activities, chapel programs, service opportunities, on-campus housing, and collegiate athletics. The goal of SCCCU member schools is to equip well-rounded students to become successful Christian leaders in their desired field.