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Answers to some common questions
We understand that the parents and families of prospective students have lots of questions. Here are some answers.
Location and Safety
Woodbury’s campuses are not only beautiful, they are safe and comfortable places for students to learn and grow.
How do I get to Woodbury?
Woodbury University is in the heart of exciting Southern California — a region that has so much to offer! Our main campus is located at
7500 North Glenoaks Boulevard, Burbank, CA 91504-1052
Information about how to get to our campus by car or public transportation is available on the
Our Locations
page.
View a virtual tour of our Burbank location
How safe is the Woodbury campus?
Woodbury is a small, closely-knit community and our campus in Burbank is a very safe and comfortable environment for our students. Moreover, Security Officers are on our campus 24 hours a day, seven-days-a-week to provide assistance whenever it is necessary.
Woodbury also has a Campus Safety and Emergency Team that is tasked with ensuring that the university is prepared for an emergency, should a situation arise.
Learn more on about safety and security at Woodbury
What if I have an emergency and need to contact my student right away?
Security can be reached on the
Burbank campus at 818-252-5208.
Security can help you get in touch with your student if necessary.
Hotels in the Area
Hotels near and around Woodbury University offering special promotions in collaboration with Woodbury.
Hampton Inn and Suites Los Angeles Burbank Airport
A comfortable and convenient stay just off Glenoaks Boulevard across the street from Woodbury University and easy access to the Hollywood Burbank Airport and local attractions. Guests enjoy complimentary hot breakfast, free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool, fitness center, and a complimentary airport shuttle. It’s a solid choice for families, business travelers, and visitors exploring studios or downtown Burbank.
7501 N Glenoaks Blvd, Burbank 91504
Click here
Hotel Reservations
to make a reservation and get our discounted rate
Blackout Dates: June 11 – July 11
Cambria Hotel Burbank Airport
A modern and stylish hotel near San Fernando Boulevard offering an elevated stay, five-minute drive to Woodbury University and close to the airport and Hollywood attractions. The property features contemporary rooms with tech-friendly touches, an outdoor courtyard patio with a fire pit, an on-site restaurant and bar, fitness center, and pet-friendly accommodations. It’s ideal for leisure travelers and guests attending nearby studio tours or LA sightseeing.
3501 N San Fernando Blvd, Burbank, 91505
Click here
Hotel Reservations
to make a reservation and get our discounted rate
Blackout Dates: June 11 – July 11
Affordability
We understand that the cost of higher education is not insignificant, but we want you to know that the cost of a Woodbury education is probably less than you think it is.
What kind of financial aid does Woodbury offer?
Woodbury offers a variety of merit and need-based scholarship aid to students. In fact, More than 96% of our students receive some form of financial aid, with the average student financial aid package during the 2024-2025 academic year totaling over $21,000.
Learn about scholarships and financial aid at Woodbury
How much are your tuition and fees?
You can view our current tuition and fees for both undergraduate and graduate programs on our
Tuition and Fees
page.
Please note that the costs listed do not take into account any financial aid that your student might receive.
What if I have a question about my student’s tuition bill?
Questions about tuition bills can be directed to our Business Office:
818-252-5243
Academics
Learn more about the variety of undergraduate and graduate programs that we have to offer.
What academic programs does Woodbury offer?
Woodbury offers 21 undergraduate and five graduate programs across three schools and one college: The School of Architecture, the School of Business, the School of Media, Culture & Design and the College of Liberal Arts.
The University also offers an Honors Program, an interdisciplinary, active-learning based, academic enrichment program available to high-achieving students.
Learn more about our Honors Program
Learn more about academics at Woodbury
See our 2024 Viewbook
What kind of academic support do you offer to students?
Woodbury offers a variety of academic support services for students, including academic advising, peer mentoring, the Math, Science, and Subject Tutoring Center, and the Writing Center which are open and free of charge for the entire Woodbury community.
Learn more about academic support at Woodbury
Where can I view the academic calendar?
The most recent academic calendars are available on the
Academic Calendar
page.
Where can I learn more about the library?
Woodbury’s Los Angeles Times Library offers extensive academic support services to students and member of our community.
Visit the library website
Does Woodbury offer internships and other career services to help my students start their career?
Yes! Woodbury offers a variety of services and support to help students launch their careers. Additionally, every student at Woodbury is required to do an internship for graduation, and many of our students do more than one internship. This experience, coupled with our practice-based approach to the curriculum, means that our students are well prepared to launch their careers when they graduate.
Learn more about career services at Woodbury
Learn more about internships at Woodbury
Admissions
Will your student be accepted to Woodbury? What is the process for applying? Here is some guidance to help you with the application process.
How does my student apply to Woodbury?
Prospective undergraduate students can visit our
How to Apply
page and prospective graduate students can visit our
Applying to Graduate Programs
page.
Does Woodbury accept international students?
Yes! In fact, Woodbury has a very vibrant international community made up of students from dozens of countries around the globe. You can learn more about this community by visiting our
International Students
page.
Prospective international undergraduate students can learn more about applying to Woodbury at our
Undergraduate International Applicants
page. Prospective international graduate students can learn more about applying to Woodbury at our
Graduate International Applicants
page.
Do you offer merit scholarships to international students?
Yes! All undergraduate international applicants are automatically considered for merit-based International Student Scholarships. You can learn more at our
Scholarships and Financial Aid
page.
Do you admit students with a GPA below 2.5?
Yes! As part of Woodbury’s commitment to students who we believe have the potential to succeed but might not otherwise have access to higher education, the university offers two programs for promising prospective students.
The
Bridge Program
, for applicants with a GPA between 2.25 and 2.49, and the
Transition Track
program, for applicants with a GPA between 2.50 – 2.74, provide a wide range of additional academic support to help students succeed at the university level.
Learn more about the Bridge Program
Learn more about the Transition Track
Campus Life and Services
Woodbury is about more than just academics. Learn about our campus life and the variety of services that we offer to students.
Importantly, Woodbury University admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at our University. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other university-administered programs.
What resources are you providing to students during the transition to online learning?
Woodbury is currently teaching online due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the Stay at Home orders in California. Here are the resources we are providing to current students and faculty:
View our Online Learning Resources
How are Woodbury and its students overcoming the challenges of COVID-19?
Read an interview
with our Interim Dean of Woodbury’s College of Liberal Arts, Dr. Reuben Ellis, on how Woodbury and its students are dealing with the COVID-19. Despite the difficulties and setbacks, Woodbury students and faculty are making it work and looking towards the light at the end of the tunnel.
Read the interview here
Do you have student housing?
Yes! Woodbury provides housing for approximately 200 students in two residence halls on the Burbank campus.
Learn more about student housing and dining at Woodbury
What kinds of support do you offer to students beyond academics?
Woodbury is committed to a safe, supportive learning and working environment for all members of the campus community. As part of this commitment, we operate a cross-divisional team known as CARE (Concern, Assess, Respond, Evaluate) in order to assist all students and other members of our community with social, mental health, academic or behavioral support.
Learn more about the CARE Team
What about clubs and activities?
Students consistently rank Woodbury’s community among the top reasons why they love the university. We offer dozens of student clubs and activities that will enrich our student’s experience at Woodbury and also help them develop their social, emotional and leadership skills.
Learn more about the student experience at Woodbury
What services do you provide for students with disabilities?
Woodbury is committed to providing students of all abilities access to all of our programs and services.
Learn more about our services for students with disabilities
Are there healthcare services on campus?
Yes! Woodbury provides nursing and counseling services for students.
Learn more about healthcare services at Woodbury
How can I learn about out what’s going on at Woodbury?
Check out our
News
page which regularly highlights the activities and members of our community. You can also visit our
Events
page to learn more about what is happening on campus.
We also invite you to follow us on social media:
You can also listen and subscribe to the
Woodbury podcast, Studio 7500
, to hear interviews with students, faculty, staff, administrators and alumni and learn more about our community.
What resources do you offer alumni of Woodbury?
Woodbury has been in existence for nearly 140 years and we have a community of thousands of alumni in Southern California and across the world. Our Alumni Relations team regularly communicates, hosts events and provides additional services to alumni.
Learn about alumni relations at Woodbury
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