#1 Christian University: Best Salaries for Graduates
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Introducing the Institute for Faith, Leadership, and Service
APU is excited to launch the Institute for Faith, Leadership, and Service. Funded by more than $9 million in grants, the institute will empower the next generation of Christian leaders.
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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
APU Ranked the Top Christian University in California for Second Consecutive Year by The Wall Street Journal
MS Organizational Psychology Program Builds Personal and Professional Competence and Confidence
Student Resources: Student Health Center Offers Accessible and Affordable Care for All APU Students
APU’s Child Life Program Prepares Specialists to Educate and Empower Children in Need
Student Resources: Campus Safety Protects and Empowers the APU Community
New Preacher In Residence Cheryl Fletcher Brings Together APU and Local Churches
APU’s Master of Public Health Program Provides Students with Internship, Research, and Mentorship Opportunities
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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Events at APU
4:15PM
Munson Chapel - Lecture Hall - Recital Hall
Faculty Recital: Brahms Clarinet Trio
Away
APU Women’s Swimming/Diving at UCSC Slug Shootout
7:30PM
Warehouse Theater
Anastasia The Musical
7:30PM
Munson Chapel - Lecture Hall - Recital Hall
Wind Ensemble Concert
2:00PM
Warehouse Theater
Anastasia The Musical
6:00PM
Munson Chapel - Lecture Hall - Recital Hall
Junior Recital: Abby Schmalzbach
7:30PM
Warehouse Theater