Each of CDU’s undergraduate medical, healthcare, and nursing programs has unique admission requirements. Prospective students interested in completing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree at CDU should review the application steps for their specific program of interest.
Next Steps
- Apply to your program of interest.
- Provide supporting application requirements.
Depending on your program, this could include letters of recommendation, an essay or required pre-requisite courses. Use the links below to see the exact admission requirements for your program. - Register for an FSA ID and complete the FAFSA.
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is used to determine your eligibility for financial aid. The FAFSA opens each year beginning October 1. - Get notified.
The CDU admissions and financial aid teams will contact you with an admissions decision and the details of any financial aid you are qualified to receive. - Submit your deposit and intent to enroll form.
Students accepted into an undergraduate program accept offers of admission by submitting a $50 deposit, which is applied towards the first semester of your tuition. You will also complete the intent to enroll form at the time of submitting your non-refundable deposit.
Admission Requirements by Program
Learn more about the admissions requirements and application deadlines for your program of interest.
College of Nursing
College of Science and Health
Transfer Credit to CDU
Students who have completed college courses as a regionally-accredited institution can request a transfer credit review for their desired bachelor’s degree program at CDU.
Students transferring into undergraduate degree programs also benefit from articulation agreements that CDU has with:
- Long Beach Community College
- Santa Monica College
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