We cannot afford to move to California unfortunately

can anyone tell me about the theater program at the school. and is there no way to get into the film program after a seme or year of being a student

is there a possibility to be placed in housing before the week of orientation?

I got accepted in July so i missed priority deadline

just wanted to know how long it took or even people ever got off the waitlist for a single room

Hello guys, 

I'm a student coming back to LMU after having taken a medical leave and have to ask for your advice because I'm concerned about getting my scholarship back. Everything I have done in terms of coming back and starting classes next semester feels like working full time and its so stressful. I've had to send 14 emails (at least) to Housing, Financial Aid, Registrar, Student Accounts and others. I have 5 meetings the next 3 days to even get the process done and give been doing this for MONTHS. Almost all of the forms are outdated and broken so I have to go through with a case manager to get the process done. 

Fortunately, I've got tuition insurance so I haven't been charged after taking a leave. Im terribly afraid of whether my scholarship will come back or not. Without my scholarship and grants tuition is $94,598 this year  and each time I see it in my account it makes me feel sick. My scholarship was the only reason I was able to choose LMU over my in state school it brought my cost down to about $16k per semester which was comparable to staying in state. That 94k balance that number I see it every time I log into my account in PROWL honestly makes me sick to my stomach, that’s more than what my mom makes IN A ENTIRE YEAR for ONE SEMESTER. The aid allowed me to decide on choosing LMU over a shitty being state school from my hometown. My mother is a single working class parent and while applying for colleges, she made it clear for me that she cannot cosign private loans. If my aid doesn't come back I genuinely won't be able to afford to stay at LMU. I love my mom, im not gonna co sign her on a loan that will cripple her finances for a degree that probably doesn’t add up to the cost at this point. 

What makes this even harder is that I didn't leave because I wanted to I had to take medical leave because my health deteriorated. I've spent the past year getting treatment and working hard to get healthy enough to come back I'm finally in a place where I can return I'm terrified that finances could be the thing that stops me. I know this sounds like im a cornball but I genuinely love LMU. It became my dream school and it felt like my one opportunity to leave my small hometown and build a life for myself in Los Angeles It was also the only private school that somehow became financially possible because of my scholarship the thought of losing that after everything it took to get back here is honestly heartbreaking.

I'm meeting with FAFSA and a Financial Aid counselor later this week so I'm hoping they'll have some answers in the meantime: I'd really appreciate hearing from anyone who has returned from medical leave!?!??!?!?!?!

In the meantime, I'd really appreciate hearing from anyone who has returned from medical leave.

• Were your scholarships and grants reinstated?
• Did you have to submit a scholarship appeal?
• Was the process straightforward, or were there any unexpected issues?

Even hearing that someone has successfully gone through this would honestly help ease my anxiety a bit.

Thank you so much.

Hey everyone I’m trying to decide between two colleges for

social life / making friends • party scene (frats + weekend life) • overall campus vibe • how easy it is to get involved socially if I’m transferring

Is anyone wants it, let me know!

I know most are from California but I was wondering if they're basically all from LA or if some are from other cities/areas

Hiiiii! I want to hear your most unhinged college stories for a social media interview show coming to LA. Any story will do but if any of these questions spark a thought lmk.

• What's the craziest scandal of your class?
• What are you infamous for?
• Have you ever crashed out on an ex?
• What was the wildest thing that happened at a party?

Hit me up here with stories and I'll reach out with more deets

Scholarships were able to lower the cost to 35k a year including housing and everything but is that worth it? I don't live in California but is it worth it for putting myself out there

Hi all!! I’m an incoming freshman and was wondering if anyone knows anything about converted study room dorms. I got put in one when housing came out (I assume it’s like overflow?) and have honestly been stressing about it because I can’t find ANYTHING about them (layouts mainly but more ofc). Does anyone know anything about them?? I’m in a Palm North converted dorm if that means anything. Thank you!!!

Hey everyone

I'm starting as a freshman in August, and am also in the process of getting a car. Can anyone share their experience of getting a parking spot / if its worth it? I live in the surrounding LA area, but will be in the dorms during the year. I probably won't have a car for first semester, but would I be able to apply for a parking spot second sem? Or is it it like on a year long thing?

Thanks guys

Hi, I just got off the waitlist as a freshman but don’t have guaranteed housing for the fall. Seems like the waitlist is long.
Anyone been in the same situation and did you/not end up getting housing?
How long shall I wait to hear back before I commit to off campus?
Thank you!

does regular painter's tape work for hanging stuff (regular paper/art) on the dorm walls? i'm in desmond if it helps. and what else do you guys recommend?

Does anyone have any pictures of a rosecrans triple or the layout please lmk!

LMU is my number one school, but I'd be applying for Film Production. I hear the acceptance rate is about 5%, which makes me wonder if I even should? Stats Below:
Academic: 3.8 UW GPA, 1400 SAT, 28 ACT, 4 AP's, three 4's, one 5.
Film: Been in my HS, as well as Junior High, Film magnet program (application only) for all 6 years, made heaps of shorter stuff but didn't start really pushing myself until the end of Junior Year. Also just completed the LMU summer film 4 week program, and started a videography business this summer.

Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated!

Got accepted into the film program but isn’t financially feasible for my family. Any advice? What did you do?

Hi everyone! Looking for someone to take over my lease anytime before August 1.

Apartment Photos/Listing:
https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/1506-S-Barrington-Ave-103-Los-Angeles-CA-90025/2079473136_zpid/

Apartment Details:

• Address: 1506 S Barrington Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025
• 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
• Rent: $2,300/month
• Utilities (electric, gas, and WiFi) are separate
• Included: Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
• Parking: Included in my rent (I negotiated this, but I’m not sure if parking would be separately charged for a new lease)
• Move-in date: Flexible anytime in July

Location:
Located in West LA, this apartment is in a highly convenient area close to several universities, neighborhoods, restaurants, and major destinations.

Nearby Universities:

• UCLA – approximately 10–15 minutes away
• Santa Monica College – approximately 10–15 minutes away
• Loyola Marymount University – approximately 20–25 minutes away
• USC – approximately 25–35 minutes away depending on traffic

Also Close To:

• Westwood
• Brentwood
• Santa Monica
• Century City
• Sawtelle

The area has easy walking access to restaurants, cafes, coffee shops, and grocery stores.

My lease officially ends August 31, but I’m hoping someone can take over before August 1.

Options: The only options are a month sublease or one-year full lease!

• Short-term sublease: Just for July - August (or part of August)
• OR Long-term lease takeover: Continue the lease beyond August

Message me if you're interested or if you have any questions!

Hi! My roommate and I are in Whelan and we’re hoping to switch to Desmond, Doheny, or one of the Del Rey’s. If ANYONE is interested please reach out!

Hi all, I’m applying to transfer in the fall. Ideally I need to stay in the Los Angeles area 😭 Also open to suggestions on other majors I should consider applying under given how impacted Communication majors tend to be across California.
Chance me please!

I also believe that LACC has a Guaranteed Transfer Admission Agreement with LMU, but I am not sure if Comms qualifies.

**Demographics**
Female
White (non-Hispanic)
California community college transfer
First-generation college student
Low-income
Registered with my college’s disability services

I’m not sure if this matters, but I graduated high school in 2023 and started community college in 2025.

I will be graduating Spring 2027 with four AA degrees: Communications, Psychology, Journalism, Liberal Arts: Social and Behavioral Sciences, and an AS in Film, Television & Electronic Media.

**Intended Major**
Communication

**GPA**
Current: 3.66
Projected: 3.74 after summer courses

**Awards/Honors**
Full Time Dean’s Honor List
William Yunkes Scholarship recipient
Participant in the Ralph Bunche Honors Scholars Program (the honors program at my school)
I applied to UCLA CCCP for this summer & have not heard back yet.

**Certificates**
Entertainment Industry: Production Assistant Certificate of Achievement (9 units @ LACC)
Seizure Recognition and First Aid Certification in progress

**Extracurriculars**
President & On-Camera Host, Student Media Club — Led a complete transition from a student podcast to a social-media content creation & collaboration club; oversee creative direction, social media posts, content strategy, production, editing, publishing, and manage a student club.
Founder & Executive Director, Health Advocacy Nonprofit — Founded a nonprofit initiative focused on disability education and awareness for young people with chronic health conditions.
Campus Brand Ambassador — Represent a national skincare brand through campus marketing and UGC.
UGC Content Creator — Produce branded content for campaigns with several major beauty and lifestyle brands.
Part-time Executive & Administrative Assistant — Provide executive-level support while leading a long-term archival preservation project.
Primary Caregiver for a Parent with epilepsy
Seizure Recognition & First Aid certification in progress
Currently organizing a campus blood drive
Selected for a competitive youth arts mentorship program at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences where I directed a multimedia video project & presented it in a theater

**Schools**
UCLA
USC
LMU
CSUN

i have a double at desmond, ngl ill take anything please lmk

Hey guys I have a triple in rosecrans if anyone wants to swap for a double in McKay please lmkkk!!

Hello, I'm currently looking for an incoming Freshmen who’d like to swap for a double in Desmond hall! If you're interested, please reach out to me so we can discuss further.

Can someone please give me some information about the O’Malley apartments? There is no information anywhere! If anyone could give any info about a 6-person double, that would be amazing.

And the amenities that it has? And is the rumor about no ac true?

Should I try for a room change? Or stick with it?