Academy for Jewish Religion California
Academy for Jewish Religion California — Online Programs, Tuition & Accreditation
Academy for Jewish Religion California
All programs offered completely via distance education
1LMU Drive, STE 3400, Los Angeles, California 90045
Phone: (213) 884-4133
Website: www.ajrca.edu
Quick Facts
| Type | 4-year, Private not-for-profit |
| Accreditation | WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) — accredited since February 2013, next review June 2030 |
| Total Enrolment | 58 (all graduate — no undergraduate programmes offered) |
| Faculty | 3 full-time, 1 part-time |
| Online Programs | Graduate only — 100% of students enrolled exclusively in distance education |
| Awards Offered | Master's degree |
| Carnegie Classification | Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions |
| Religious Affiliation | Jewish |
| Federal Financial Aid | Yes — eligible for Direct Loans |
| Credit Accepted | Institution does not accept dual, credit for life, or AP credits |
Tuition & Fees (2024–2025)
| Graduate Tuition | $28,170 per year |
| Graduate Fees | $1,500 per year |
| Total Tuition & Fees | $29,670 per year |
A tuition payment plan is available. This institution offers graduate programmes only — no undergraduate tuition data is applicable. Figures are sourced from NCES College Navigator — verify directly with the institution before making financial decisions.
Financial Aid
Because AJRCA offers only graduate-level programmes, undergraduate financial aid data is not reported to NCES. Graduate students may be eligible for Federal Direct Loans. Contact the institution's financial aid office for details on aid available to graduate students, including any institutional scholarships or assistantships.
Student Demographics (Fall 2024)
| Attendance | 33% full-time, 67% part-time |
| Gender | 62% female, 38% male |
| Ethnicity | 93% White, 7% Black or African American |
Admissions, Retention & Graduation
Because AJRCA does not offer undergraduate programmes, NCES does not report undergraduate admissions data, retention rates, or graduation rates for this institution. Contact the admissions office for graduate admissions requirements and completion data.
Online Programs Offered (Master's Degrees)
Philosophy & Religious Studies
- Religion/Religious Studies
Theology & Religious Vocations
- Pastoral Studies/Counseling
- Rabbinical Studies
- Religious/Sacred Music
All programmes are offered entirely via distance education. 13 degrees were conferred in 2023–2024. Programme availability may change — verify current offerings directly with AJRCA.
Student Services Available to Online Students
- Academic and career counselling
- Placement services for graduates
Military & Veteran Support
No military educational benefits were awarded in the most recently reported year (2023–2024).
Important Links
| Admissions | www.ajrca.edu/admissions |
| Apply Online | ajrca.edu/admissions/next-steps |
| Financial Aid | ajrca.edu/financial-aid |
| Net Price Calculator | ajrca.edu/net-price-calculator |
| Mission & Philosophy | ajrca.edu/about/our-philosophy |
About Academy for Jewish Religion California
The Academy for Jewish Religion California (AJRCA) is a small, private, non-profit graduate seminary based in Los Angeles. It is a transdenominational Jewish institution, meaning it welcomes students from all Jewish movements and backgrounds. AJRCA offers master's degrees in rabbinical studies, religious/sacred music, pastoral counselling, and religious studies — all delivered entirely online. The institution is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), one of the major regional accreditors, placing it on solid accreditation footing. With just 58 students and 4 faculty members, it provides an intimate learning environment. AJRCA is a highly specialised institution — it will primarily be of interest to students pursuing careers in the rabbinate, cantorate, chaplaincy, or Jewish education.
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Information on this page is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) College Navigator database and the institution's official website. Data reflects the most recently available reporting year. Details may have changed — always verify directly with AJRCA before making enrolment or financial decisions. Last updated: April 2026.