Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Redlands, California |
| Online | redlands.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Redlands, California, 60 miles east of Los Angeles in the Inland Empire region, the University of Redlands is a private liberal arts institution established in 1907. The main campus spans 160 acres, featuring Spanish-colonial architecture and historic buildings amid orange groves and palm trees at the base of the San Bernardino Mountains. The university maintains selective admission standards and offers undergraduate programs through its College of Arts and Sciences, with notable strengths in business, music, environmental studies, and education through its School of Education. Most undergraduate students live on campus in traditional residence halls or university-owned houses, and the university competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Bulldogs, primarily through the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
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University of Redlands is rated within the top 33% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Redlands within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#248 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#185 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#24 in Best Colleges in California
#16 in Best Private Colleges in California
#160 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#16 in Best Value Colleges in California
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1113/1278 |
| ACT | 25/30 |
| GPA | 3.74 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,700 |
| Other Fees | $350 |
| Room and Board | $15,758 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,720 |
| Total One Year Cost | $75,856 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 44% |
| Social Sciences | 9% |
| Psychology | 6% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 6% |
| Health Professions | 6% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024