For those interested in pursuing higher education, California offers choices that should be considered. Christian schools in California can help students gain the competence and abilities needed to successfully launch a career as a Christian faith worker. There are 23 christian colleges in California for students to choose from. 542 students were reported to have graduated from christian programs in California in the 2008-2009 school year.
| City | School | Programs Offered |
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| Christian Schools in Anaheim |
Bethesda Christian University
730 N. Euclid St
Anaheim, CA, 92801 |
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| Christian Schools in Azusa |
Azusa Pacific University
901 E Alosta
Azusa, CA, 91702 |
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| Christian Schools in Berkeley |
Graduate Theological Union
2400 Ridge Rd
Berkeley, CA, 94709 |
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| Christian Schools in Claremont |
Claremont School of Theology
1325 N College Ave
Claremont, CA, 91711 |
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| Christian Schools in Costa Mesa |
Vanguard University of Southern California
55 Fair Dr
Costa Mesa, CA, 92626 |
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| Christian Schools in El Cajon |
San Diego Christian College
2100 Greenfield Dr
El Cajon, CA, 92019 |
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| Christian Schools in Escondido |
Westminster Theological Seminary in California
1725 Bear Valley Pky
Escondido, CA, 92027 |
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| Christian Schools in Fresno |
Fresno Pacific University
1717 S Chestnut Ave
Fresno, CA, 93702 |
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| Christian Schools in Fullerton |
Hope International University
2500 E Nutwood Ave
Fullerton, CA, 92831 |
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| Christian Schools in La Mirada |
Biola University
13800 Biola Ave
La Mirada, CA, 90639 |
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| Christian Schools in Los Angeles |
World Mission University
500 Shatto Pl Ste 600
Los Angeles, CA, 90020 |
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| Christian Schools in Oakland |
Patten University
2433 Coolidge Ave
Oakland, CA, 94601 |
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School of Urban Missions
735 - 105th Ave
Oakland, CA, 94603 |
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| Christian Schools in Ontario |
Providence Christian College
1056 E Philadelphia St
Ontario, CA, 91761 |
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| Christian Schools in Redding |
Shasta Bible College and Graduate School
2951 Goodwater Ave.
Redding, CA, 96002 |
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Simpson University
2211 College View Drive
Redding, CA, 96003 |
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| Christian Schools in Riverside |
California Baptist University
8432 Magnolia Ave
Riverside, CA, 92504 |
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| Christian Schools in Rocklin |
William Jessup University
333 Sunset Blvd.
Rocklin, CA, 95765 |
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| Christian Schools in San Diego |
Point Loma Nazarene University
3900 Lomaland Dr
San Diego, CA, 92106 |
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| Christian Schools in San Dimas |
Life Pacific College
1100 W. Covina Blvd.
San Dimas, CA, 91773 |
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| Christian Schools in Santa Clara |
Santa Clara University
500 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA, 95053 |
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| Christian Schools in Santa Clarita |
The Master's College and Seminary
21726 Placerita Canyon Road
Santa Clarita, CA, 91321 |
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| Christian Schools in Scotts Valley |
Bethany University
800 Bethany Dr
Scotts Valley, CA, 95066 |
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| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | 50th Percentile | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anaheim | $23,810.00 | $31,296.67 | $37,940.00 | $54,396.67 | $69,610.00 | $43,320.00 |
| Berkeley | $24,420.00 | $30,873.33 | $40,116.67 | $59,596.67 | $72,186.67 | $45,990.00 |
| Costa Mesa | $23,810.00 | $31,296.67 | $37,940.00 | $54,396.67 | $69,610.00 | $43,320.00 |
| El Cajon | $19,713.33 | $24,533.33 | $35,410.00 | $49,343.33 | $62,573.33 | $39,953.33 |
| Escondido | $19,713.33 | $24,533.33 | $35,410.00 | $49,343.33 | $62,573.33 | $39,953.33 |
| Fresno | $30,115.00 | $36,440.00 | $48,875.00 | $66,680.00 | $81,185.00 | $51,700.00 |
| Fullerton | $23,810.00 | $31,296.67 | $37,940.00 | $54,396.67 | $69,610.00 | $43,320.00 |
| Oakland | $24,420.00 | $30,873.33 | $40,116.67 | $59,596.67 | $72,186.67 | $45,990.00 |
| Ontario | $26,213.33 | $35,710.00 | $41,676.67 | $52,716.67 | $72,653.33 | $44,946.67 |
| Riverside | $26,213.33 | $35,710.00 | $41,676.67 | $52,716.67 | $72,653.33 | $44,946.67 |
| Rocklin | $23,393.33 | $28,493.33 | $35,500.00 | $47,063.33 | $73,233.33 | $40,876.67 |
| San Diego | $19,713.33 | $24,533.33 | $35,410.00 | $49,343.33 | $62,573.33 | $39,953.33 |
| Santa Clara | $25,990.00 | $30,666.67 | $42,320.00 | $55,976.67 | $65,326.67 | $43,990.00 |
| Scotts Valley | $39,330.00 | $47,620.00 | $56,040.00 | $71,470.00 | $84,240.00 | $60,130.00 |
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