Laurus College
Higher EducationCalifornia, United States201-500 Employees
Laurus College is a private higher education institution based in San Luis Obispo, California, focused on career-oriented post-secondary education. It awards bachelor's and associate degrees in programs spanning audio and video production, business systems, information technologies, and healthcare management at the associate level. The college delivers online programs alongside in-person support facilities in California and Nevada, and is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission to confer Occupational Associate, Associate of Science, and Bachelor of Science degrees. Originating from a Latin term meaning 'success,' the institution emphasizes small class sizes and project-based, real-world training within an interactive learning environment. Its target market includes students pursuing career outcomes through localized and distance education, seeking a guided pathway with flexible, employability-aligned curricula. The college expanded its offerings to include bachelor's degrees starting in 2021, including a program in audio production, reflecting a broader credential mix to meet workforce needs.