College Scorecard data · Updated August 17, 2026
| Tuition | Difference | |
|---|---|---|
| California Lutheran University (in-state) | $52,560 | — |
| CA average | $16,639 | +216% |
| National average | $18,082 | +191% |
In-state tuition at California Lutheran University is $52,560 per year; out-of-state students pay $52,560.
California Lutheran University in-state tuition is 216% above the CA average of $16,639.
National average in-state tuition is $18,082; California Lutheran University is 191% above that.
$52,560 is the official in-state tuition published by College Scorecard for the most recent cohort year.