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Discover Your Higher Calling
Experience the transformative impact of a Christ-centered community, dedicated to seeing you reach your unique, God-given potential.
Meet APU’s New Head Football Coach
A.J. Parnell brings more than a decade of coaching expertise with a proven track record in player development, offensive innovation, and championship culture-building.
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We’ll help you grow as a Christian leader and learn to innovate in your field.
Cultivating Impact
Josh Holm ’16
Through his fashion company, Castles and Queens, Holm shares a powerful message to inspire others.
Bailey Wilson ’18
Wilson’s food truck company, Bondi Bowls, impacts communities by serving healthy acai bowls across more than 20 locations in seven states.
Erick Quintanilla ’11, MM ’13
Quintanilla loves giving back to the community by helping students grow in their musical skills as director of bands at Glendora High School.
Stories and News
Caylee Walker ’27 and Evan Knee ’26 Conduct Research on STEM Identity and the Learning Assistant Program
Global Engagement: Farah Arian ’28 Reaffirms Her Passion for Immigration Work in Greece
Zuventurez Competition Helps APU Students Launch Phantom Pacer
Global Engagement Series: Rebekah Krumpe ’26 Builds Relationships Through Evangelism in Italy
Student Spotlight: Gavin Haberle ’25 Found Community and Purpose After Transferring to APU
A.J. Parnell Named Head Coach to Lead Azusa Pacific Football Relaunch in 2026
Student Spotlight: Aaron Lakeman ’28 Spreads Hope Through Serving People Experiencing Homelessness
Visit APU
Southern California offers countless opportunities, all at APU's doorstep—world-renowned destinations, teeming urban centers, and influential global economies.
Alongside our Azusa campus, just 26 miles from Los Angeles, we offer multiple campus locations throughout the region. Each hosts different programs, and all provide a high-quality, Christ-centered APU education.
Azusa
Study near unrivaled opportunities in L.A., Hollywood, and Silicon Beach, the tech capital of SoCal.
High Desert
Focus on healthcare, business, or education. Experience the advantages of a small-town community.
Murrieta
Advance your career through programs in a fast-growing, business-friendly region.
Monrovia
Immerse yourself in a healthcare program near some of SoCal’s top hospitals.
Orange County
Learn within a thriving economy, and benefit from the coast's abundant jobs and resources.
Inland Empire
Study near historic downtown San Bernardino, the economic and cultural heart of the Inland Empire.
San Diego
Succeed in education, leadership, nursing, or psychology in a dynamic city known for innovative industries.
Our Cornerstones
Christ
Our faith in Jesus Christ is central to who we are. It guides every endeavor at APU—whether studying in the classroom, gathering in fellowship, or serving in the local community.
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Scholarship
APU’s life-changing education develops you into a disciple and scholar, equipping you to succeed in your field and make a difference in the world.
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Community
We are a welcoming, diverse Christ-centered community that values each person as created in the Image of God. The relationships we cultivate help students reach their full potential and enable others to do the same.
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Service
We believe Christ calls us to serve others and opportunities abound at APU—locally, internationally, and academically. These experiences transform both our students and those they serve.
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