Southern California Seminary

Southern California Seminary operates from a suburban campus in El Cajon, California, located 15 miles east of downtown San Diego. Established in 1946 as Linda Vista Baptist Bible College and Seminary, this private religious institution focuses on biblical studies, theology, and pastoral ministry programs within a conservative Christian framework. The seminary offers graduate and undergraduate degrees through its Schools of Bible and Theology, Behavioral Sciences, and Graduate Studies. Students can pursue their education through both on-campus and online formats, with campus housing available for full-time students. The institution maintains small class sizes and emphasizes biblical integration across all academic disciplines while preparing students for ministry and counseling careers.