Use Your Yellow Ribbon and Military Benefits to Further Your Education.
Pacific Oaks College
Pacific Oaks College is proud to be a Yellow Ribbon school and offers special tuition rates for eligible active-duty personnel, veterans, and dependents. A Pacific Oaks education is shaped by the collective voices and experiences of you and those around you. We value your military experience as an integral part of our collaborative learning community, educating the Pacific Oaks community on the importance of dedicating your life to service for your country.
A nonprofit, accredited, higher education institution, Pacific Oaks College offers teacher credentialing preparation as well as bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs in a variety of fields, including business and management, education, early childhood education, human development, marriage and family therapy, psychology, and social work. Pacific Oaks has a campus in Pasadena, CA, as well as a full range of online degree programs.
Learning rooted in experience.
A Pacific Oaks education is shaped by the collective voices and experiences of you and those around you. We value your military experience as an integral part of our collaborative learning community, educating the Pacific Oaks community on the importance of dedicating your life to service for your country.
Because we commit to providing an education centered on culture, our students are immersed in an environment that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and equality. Through experiential learning, real-world practice, and strong curriculum, Pacific Oaks helps prepare you to make an impact.
A few things that set us apart
- Benefit from flexibility and convenience: Classes occur on nights and weekends to accommodate the working professional.
- Save time with Credit for Learning from Experience: Bachelor’s students can earn up to 24 transfer credit hours that you can apply toward your degree.
- Take advantage of our scholarships and financial aid: Inquire today to learn about scholarships for incoming students along with other financial aid opportunities.
- Have confidence in knowing we are an accredited, nonprofit institution: Accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), Pacific Oaks College is a leading institution in education and human development.
On-Campus and Online Programs
These programs are offered both on-campus and online.
Bachelor’s Degrees
- B.A. in Community Psychology
- B.A. in Early Childhood Education
- Generalist
- STEAM
- Trauma Studies
- B.S. in Business Administration
Master’s Degrees
- M.A. in Cultural and Family Studies
- M.A. in Early Childhood Education
- Generalist
- Organizational Leadership and Management
- Trauma Studies
- M.A. in Education
- Elementary Education Credential
- Special Education Credential
- M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy
- Trauma Studies
- M.A. in Organizational Leadership and Management
Certificates
- Mandarin Bilingual Authorization
- Spanish Bilingual Authorization
- Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Certificate
On-Campus Program
Master’s Degree
Online Programs
Bachelor’s Degrees
- Bachelor of Social Work
- B.A. in Early Childhood Education
- Elementary Education Credential
- Elementary Education and Special Education Credential
- B.A. in Human Development
- Child Development
- Lifespan Development
- Social Change
Master’s Degrees
- Master of Social Work
- M.A. in Human Development
- Early Childhood Education and Development
- Leadership in Education and Human Services
- Social Change
- M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy
Doctoral Degree
Teacher Credentialing
- Stand-Alone Teacher Credentialing – Post-Bachelor’s programs
- Preliminary Education Specialist Teaching Credential – Mild/Moderate Support Needs (CA)
- Preliminary Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (CA)
Certificate
- STEAM Certificate
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When can I start?
You can apply year-round, with multiple start dates throughout the fall, spring, and summer.
What kind of student support will I receive?
Academic advisers will help you pursue the best learning path for your goals. The Financial Aid Office will help you understand and pursue various
financing options. Campus resources include CARE (Center for Achievement, Resources, and Enrichment), library services, and much more.
Is Pacific Oaks accredited?
Yes. Pacific Oaks College is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).
About Pacific Oaks College
Rooted in the extraordinary potential that lives in every human being, Pacific Oaks offers an environment where your perspective and experience can play an integral part in your educational journey. Through our unique progressive approach to teaching and learning, everyone in our classrooms is both student and teacher. Students relate subjects to their own personal experiences—sharing with the teacher and fellow students.A nonprofit, accredited, higher education institution, Pacific Oaks College offers teacher credentialing preparation as well as bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs in a variety of fields, including business and management, education, early childhood education, human development, marriage and family therapy, psychology, and social work.
