Race & Ethnicity
La Sierra University has a diverse student body with 80% students of color and 7% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
La Sierra University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
La Sierra University has a gender distribution of 58% female students and 42% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
31% of total enrollment
42% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
La Sierra University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 62% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 6% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
62%
Traditional Age (18-21)
6%
Non-Traditional (25+)
27%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
La Sierra University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 7% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 109% in-state residents, -16% out-of-state students, and 7% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
109% of student body
7% of student body
States Represented
17 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
80%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
58%
Female Students
Global Reach
7%
International
Age Diversity
6%
Non-Traditional Age