California Lutheran University

California Lutheran University is a private educational institute located in Thousand Oaks, California, United States. Founded in 1959, the university is affiliated with the National Collegiate Athletic Association, the Council of Independent Colleges, and the National Athletic Association. The institution's motto is "Love of Christ, Truth and Freedom".

California Lutheran University operates within the education, higher education, and university industries. The university is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission.