Explore PLNU Online Undergraduate Programs

PLNU student sits and smiles with sunglasses on with text stacked on left side of image reading: “Planned My Path. Discovered A New Direction.”

EXPLORE HOW YOU CAN ADVANCE YOUR EDUCATION WITHOUT PUTTING YOUR LIFE ON PAUSE.

PLNU student sits and smiles with sunglasses on with text stacked on left side of image reading: “Planned My Path. Discovered A New Direction.”

EXPLORE HOW YOU CAN ADVANCE YOUR EDUCATION WITHOUT PUTTING YOUR LIFE ON PAUSE.

EXPLORE HOW YOU CAN ADVANCE YOUR EDUCATION WITHOUT PUTTING YOUR LIFE ON PAUSE.

Delivering a Purposeful Education

YOUR PATH

Flexible online programs for purposeful growth.

YOUR PATH

Online undergraduate programs created for working adults ready pursue growth academically, professionally, and spiritually.

YOUR PATH

Online undergraduate programs created for working adults ready pursue growth academically, professionally, and spiritually.

YOUR SCHEDULE

Designed for busy adults balancing responsibilities.

YOUR SCHEDULE

Whether it’s online, at one of our centrally located classrooms, or on a familiar community college campus, our courses are designed to accommodate your schedule.

YOUR SCHEDULE

With programs 100% online, the courses are designed to fit alongside work, family, and everyday responsibilities.

YOUR CAREER

Lasting skills within and beyond the classroom.

YOUR CAREER

Personalized support, valuable experiences, and lasting skills to build your academic and professional goals.

YOUR CAREER

Personalized support, valuable experiences, and lasting skills to build your academic and professional goals.

PLNU's Online Undergraduate Programs

Choosing to go back to school to further your education can provide a range of benefits — salary increase, unlocking a career you love, and even job satisfaction. Through one of PLNU’s many accelerated programs, you will learn on your own schedule with a community dedicated to support your professional and intellectual growth.

Key Benefits

EFFICIENT COMPLETION

From a supportive community to application-based learning, you will be set up to succeed and advance in your career goals. Graduate in as little as 15 months, allowing you to finish your degree without putting your life on hold.

FLEXIBLE LEARNING

Choose from online or in-person learning formats that fit your schedule. With many partnerships in San Diego, you may be able to take classes at your convience, making it easier to balance work and family responsibiilities.

AFFORDABLE

AFFORDABLE PROGRAMS

PLNU’s accelerated degree programs are competitively priced and over 85% of PLNU students receive financial aid. You may also be eligible to save up to 20% on tuition, allowing you to focus on what matters.

Featured Programs

STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION, B.A.

Become an influential and effective leader within any organization. Study tracks include specialties in Global Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Project Management, and Sport Management.

Median salaries

Social Media Specialist: $52,350
Public Relations Specialist: $69,780
Human Resources Specialist: $72,910

Key Benefit

Gain communication skills in a variety of contexts, including intercultural, ethical, and business conversations

Two female PLNU students converse during business meeting.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE, B.A.

Promote restorative justice and bring safety to your community. Become a responsible leader who addresses wide-reaching issues related to crime and the justice system.

Median salaries

Police and Detectives: $77,210
Criminal Justice Teachers: $69,030
Probation/Correctional Treatment Specialist: $65,520

Key Benefit

Learn from experienced professionals and industry leaders — focusing on a serving all involved in the justice system through peace and equity

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ALUMNI TESTIMONIALS

“Having the opportunity to go to PLNU was a calling for me. I feel like becoming a product of Point Loma has helped  accelerate my career in ways I wouldn’t have before.”

—Jessie Schmitte

Criminal Justice B.A.

—Jessie Schmitte

Criminal Justice B.A.

“My experiences with PLNU have been nothing but positive. The professors were all extremely supportive during my time and getting my degree has brought me one step closer to achieving my dream of becoming an attorney.”

—Enrique Pimentel

Organizational Leadership B.A.

—Enrique Pimentel

Organizational Leadership B.A.

“[Having] a son who would soon be entering college and a four-year-old daughter made the decision to go back to school… feel daunting. But [I] felt this was important for my needs and life.”

—Allison Gold

RN to BSN

—Allison Gold

RN to BSN

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