Why Woodbury? - Woodbury University
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Why Woodbury? - Woodbury University
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Why Woodbury?
Woodbury University was founded in 1884 and is a small, creative institution located in the heart of one of the most exciting places in the world – Los Angeles.
Make | Design | Build | Discover | Create
About Woodbury University
Discover the possibilities awaiting you at Woodbury University!
Woodbury at a Glance
#23 Best Value
Woodbury ranks #23 Best Value Schools by US News.
US News
#4 Economic Value
Woodbury ranks among the top 4% of colleges and universities based on economic value by The Economist.
The Economist
#10 Upward Mobility
The New York Times ranks Woodbury 10 among 161 higher education institutions in California on upward student mobility.
The New York Times
#14 Economic Value
Woodbury ranks 14 out of 110 small colleges in California for economic value by Great College Deals.
Great College Deals
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Burbank, California
Our campus is a scenic 22-acres situated in Burbank, California at the heart of Los Angeles’ creative economy. Located in the San Fernando Valley, Woodbury lies adjacent to the Verdugo foothills near the Angeles National Forest. The campus straddles the border between Los Angeles and Burbank, providing students with the best of both cities, ranging from world-class film and entertainment studios, to the LA Fashion District, to the region’s thriving creative and startup community and so much more.
Visit Us!
Grant Cotter, Melanie Mendoza-Lopez, Manuel Diaz
Internships - Gain work experience during college
Internships
are a graduation requirement for all majors
Woodbury’s Los Angeles/Burbank location provides a wealth of internship opportunities that allow students to gain practical work experience in their field of interest
Learn More Here
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Learn in an intimate and engaging setting
With a student-to-faculty ratio of
9:1
and an average class size of
10
, Woodbury offers a personalized learning environment where you’re more than just a number.
Our small size allows for one-on-one engagement with professors and a more tailored approach to your education, creating opportunities that simply aren’t possible at a larger university.
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Ranked among the top in the nation
Ranked 40th in Overall Rank – Regional Universities West by U.S. News
Ranked 24th Best Value Schools by U.S. News & World Report, 2022)
School of Architecture among top 25 Most Admired Architecture Schools in the nation (Design Intelligence, 2019-20) and ranked 11th Most Hired From in the nation (Design Intelligence, 2019-20)
Interior Design program ranked 8th in Practice Management, 10th in Project Planning and Management (Design Intelligence, 2022)
Animation
is ranked among the top 20 programs on the West Coast by
Animation Career Review
(2019)
Architecture
ranks among the top 20 undergraduate architecture programs in the nation by
DesignIntelligence
(2018)
Game Art & Design
ranks among the top 10 programs in California by
Animation Career Review (
2018 & 2022)
Graphic Design
ranks as a “Top Design School“ by
GDUSA Magazine
(2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022)
Graphic Design ranks as a top program nationally and #15 in California by
Animation Career Review (2021)
Scholarships Front
Start Building Your Future Day One
At Woodbury, we believe in hands-on learning that connects you directly to your chosen industry, so you can prepare for your career by engaging with it from the start.
Internships are required for all our majors which means you’ll apply your learning with hands on experience and boost your resume
Develop a variety of skills and abilities applicable across different careers
with on-campus employment and experience
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See Los Angeles like you never have before
Learn about the city in its diversity, neighborhoods, and cultures
Involve yourself in faculty-led seminars, co-curricular programs, and
community-based experiences
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Develop your leadership abilities
Join student organizations that inspire involvement
Get leadership training that is intentional and developmental
2.EmergingTechnology
Explore cutting-edge research and theories
Investigate ideas faculty bring directly to the classroom through design
research, entrepreneurial activity, and provocative social practice
Create your own learning opportunities through student-centered research
and student-inspired courses
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Experience the arts
Visit gallery shows and performances from outside artists
Participate in student performance and exhibitions
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Learn in a beautiful and safe environment
Woodbury University is one of the region’s safest campuses.
In 2017, Niche.com ranked Woodbury the third safest campus in California
Admissions
Undergraduate
Why Woodbury?
Applying to Woodbury
Transfer Students
International Applicants
Veteran Applicants
Undocumented Applicants
Admitted Students
SOAR (Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration)
Readmission
Ask a Woodbury University Student
Discover Woodbury Resources
Graduate
Readmission
Applying to Graduate Programs
Graduate Transfer Requirements
International Applicants
Veteran Applicants
Admitted Students
Costs and Affordability
Tuition and Fees
Housing and Dining
Financial Aid
Meet the Financial Aid Team
Financial Aid Process
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Financial Aid Resources
Financial Aid Deadlines
Information for Veterans
Contact Admissions
Schedule an Appointment
Meet Your Counselor
Admission Events
Campus Tours
Counselor Resources
Now accepting
Fall 2026
applications!
Students
Academic Calendars
Associated Students
Bookstore
Catalog
Complaint Resolution Process
Health & Wellness
International Students
The Los Angeles Times Library
Making Complex Reservation-LA
Math, Science & Subject Tutoring Center
Merch Store
Canvas
Commencement 2026
Order Transcripts
Parking Permits
Portal
Self-Service
Student Handbook
Student Job Board
Syllabus Library
Woody's Info
Writing Center
Faculty/Staff
Academic Calendars
Bookstore
Catalog
The Los Angeles Times Library
Merch Store
Canvas
Portal
Self-Service
Syllabus Library
Woody's Info
News & Events
Latest News
Upcoming Events
Parents & Families
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Woodbury?
Woodbury University was founded in 1884 and is a small, creative institution located in the heart of one of the most exciting places in the world – Los Angeles.
Make | Design | Build | Discover | Create
About Woodbury University
Discover the possibilities awaiting you at Woodbury University!
Woodbury at a Glance
#23 Best Value
Woodbury ranks #23 Best Value Schools by US News.
US News
#4 Economic Value
Woodbury ranks among the top 4% of colleges and universities based on economic value by The Economist.
The Economist
#10 Upward Mobility
The New York Times ranks Woodbury 10 among 161 higher education institutions in California on upward student mobility.
The New York Times
#14 Economic Value
Woodbury ranks 14 out of 110 small colleges in California for economic value by Great College Deals.
Great College Deals
WU14 campus drone shot discover woodbury header
Burbank, California
Our campus is a scenic 22-acres situated in Burbank, California at the heart of Los Angeles’ creative economy. Located in the San Fernando Valley, Woodbury lies adjacent to the Verdugo foothills near the Angeles National Forest. The campus straddles the border between Los Angeles and Burbank, providing students with the best of both cities, ranging from world-class film and entertainment studios, to the LA Fashion District, to the region’s thriving creative and startup community and so much more.
Visit Us!
Grant Cotter, Melanie Mendoza-Lopez, Manuel Diaz
Internships - Gain work experience during college
Internships
are a graduation requirement for all majors
Woodbury’s Los Angeles/Burbank location provides a wealth of internship opportunities that allow students to gain practical work experience in their field of interest
Learn More Here
1U6A3183
Learn in an intimate and engaging setting
With a student-to-faculty ratio of
9:1
and an average class size of
10
, Woodbury offers a personalized learning environment where you’re more than just a number.
Our small size allows for one-on-one engagement with professors and a more tailored approach to your education, creating opportunities that simply aren’t possible at a larger university.
1U6A5307
Ranked among the top in the nation
Ranked 40th in Overall Rank – Regional Universities West by U.S. News
Ranked 24th Best Value Schools by U.S. News & World Report, 2022)
School of Architecture among top 25 Most Admired Architecture Schools in the nation (Design Intelligence, 2019-20) and ranked 11th Most Hired From in the nation (Design Intelligence, 2019-20)
Interior Design program ranked 8th in Practice Management, 10th in Project Planning and Management (Design Intelligence, 2022)
Animation
is ranked among the top 20 programs on the West Coast by
Animation Career Review
(2019)
Architecture
ranks among the top 20 undergraduate architecture programs in the nation by
DesignIntelligence
(2018)
Game Art & Design
ranks among the top 10 programs in California by
Animation Career Review (
2018 & 2022)
Graphic Design
ranks as a “Top Design School“ by
GDUSA Magazine
(2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022)
Graphic Design ranks as a top program nationally and #15 in California by
Animation Career Review (2021)
Scholarships Front
Start Building Your Future Day One
At Woodbury, we believe in hands-on learning that connects you directly to your chosen industry, so you can prepare for your career by engaging with it from the start.
Internships are required for all our majors which means you’ll apply your learning with hands on experience and boost your resume
Develop a variety of skills and abilities applicable across different careers
with on-campus employment and experience
los-angeles-header
See Los Angeles like you never have before
Learn about the city in its diversity, neighborhoods, and cultures
Involve yourself in faculty-led seminars, co-curricular programs, and
community-based experiences
1U6A3153
Develop your leadership abilities
Join student organizations that inspire involvement
Get leadership training that is intentional and developmental
2.EmergingTechnology
Explore cutting-edge research and theories
Investigate ideas faculty bring directly to the classroom through design
research, entrepreneurial activity, and provocative social practice
Create your own learning opportunities through student-centered research
and student-inspired courses
1U6A4684
Experience the arts
Visit gallery shows and performances from outside artists
Participate in student performance and exhibitions
1U6A3027
Learn in a beautiful and safe environment
Woodbury University is one of the region’s safest campuses.
In 2017, Niche.com ranked Woodbury the third safest campus in California
Admissions
Undergraduate
Why Woodbury?
Applying to Woodbury
Transfer Students
International Applicants
Veteran Applicants
Undocumented Applicants
Admitted Students
SOAR (Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration)
Readmission
Ask a Woodbury University Student
Discover Woodbury Resources
Graduate
Readmission
Applying to Graduate Programs
Graduate Transfer Requirements
International Applicants
Veteran Applicants
Admitted Students
Costs and Affordability
Tuition and Fees
Housing and Dining
Financial Aid
Meet the Financial Aid Team
Financial Aid Process
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Financial Aid Resources
Financial Aid Deadlines
Information for Veterans
Contact Admissions
Schedule an Appointment
Meet Your Counselor
Admission Events
Campus Tours
Counselor Resources
Now accepting
Fall 2026
applications!