All doctoral students are subject to university policies governing graduate students.
These policies are contained in the current ULV Bulletin. The University of La Verne is a coeducational university organized as a corporation under the laws of the State of California. Its purpose is to provide education and training to prepare its students to meet the responsibilities and duties of life effectively. No discrimination because of race, religious creed, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, physical handicap, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, or age shall apply to the enrollment of any student, any member of the faculty or staff, or the election of any officer or trustee of the university. Placement Services La Verne's Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership offers a personalized placement service for doctoral graduates, holders of the Certificate of Advanced Study in Educational Management, and currently enrolled doctoral students.