Laurus College

San Luis Obispo, CA
81 Higuera St Ste 110, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
805-267-1690

Laurus College is a private for-profit college with campuses in Santa Barbara and Ventura, California. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The college offers Associate of Science and Bachelor of Science degrees in business, computer science, and nursing, as well as a Certificate of Completion in medical assisting. Laurus College is owned by Education Management Corporation.

Laurus College was founded in 2004 as an independent, for-profit college. The college's first campus opened in Santa Barbara, California in 2006. Laurus College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The college offers Associate of Science and Bachelor of Science degrees in business, computer science, and nursing, as well as a Certificate of Completion in medical assisting. Laurus College is owned by Education Management Corporation.

Laurus College's mission is to provide quality, affordable, career-focused higher education that prepares students for success in their chosen field. The college offers small class sizes, personal attention from instructors, and flexible scheduling options to help students balance their education with their work and personal commitments. Laurus College also provides job placement assistance to help students transition into their chosen career.

Laurus College has been recognized by the Military Times as one of the Best for Vets: Career & Technical Colleges for its commitment to serving military and veteran students. The college is a member of the Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC) Consortium and is approved for the training of veterans and eligible dependents under the GI Bill.

Laurus College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACCJC/WASC). The college's nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).



Quick Facts

Enrollment: 897

Type: Private for-profit, 4-year or above

Main Website: https://www.lauruscollege.edu/

Financial Aid: https://www.lauruscollege.edu/