Admissions

The SCU Admissions Process

SCU seeks students whose academic talent and commitment to excellence promise future achievement in their chosen areas of major study. The program faculty selects students primarily on the basis of their academic credentials and the admissions interview (where applicable).  Faculty members are looking for candidates with strong academic backgrounds and compelling reasons for pursuing their chosen areas of major study.  Specific admissions details are available in the program’s admissions information section.

From Inquiry to Your First Day at SCU

Explore the path from your first interest in SCU through enrollment and orientation. We’re here to guide you at every step.

Explore & Learn

What this is

What this does

  • Helps you learn about SCU and your program
  • Helps you understand the career benefits tied to your degree of interest
  • Let’s you think ahead about planning for education costs

Submit Your Application

  • Many programs have a unique process. Visit the Admissions Requirements page of your specific program to learn more.
  • Click Apply Now to start your process. Our application will guide you through the process of collecting documents and your personal information.
  • Admissions Committee reviews the application.

Receive Your Admissions Decision

  • Now, your planning shifts to making decisions on how to best fund your education. Our Financial Aid Counselors can share guidance that matches your program and timeline.
  • Submit your tuition deposit to secure your seat.

Plan Your Financing & Secure Financial Aid

Federal Student Aid (if used)

  1. Complete the FAFSA to determine your eligibility for federal loans
  2. Confirm what federal funding you plan to use

Private Loan Planning (if needed)

If federal aid doesn’t cover everything:

  • Private loans may be an option
  • Credit review is required
  • Some students may need a cosigner

Other Sources Of Funding

  • Military and Veteran education benefits
  • Scholarships
  • Employer tuition reimbursements
  • Payment plans

If you need help with any of these steps, an SCU Financial Aid Counselor is here to provide assistance.  Visit the Financial Aid Department website page.

Prepare to Start Your SCU Journey

  • Register for classes
  • Attend orientation
  • Meet your Program Director

You’re Supported at Every Step

Admissions, Financial Aid, and Student Accounts work together to help you confidently move forward.

Virtual Experiences at SCU

We know it’s not always possible to come to SCU’s campus. Fortunately, we offer a variety of ways to tour our buildings and spaces, interact with current students, ask questions of staff, or attend an information session no matter where you are. Check out our virtual experiences to make connections and learn what it is like to be part of a university committed to transforming and redefining healthcare and healthcare education.

Southern California University of Health Sciences admits students of any race, color, or national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at SCU. It does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, race, color, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other school-administered programs.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the classes for each program are full (with the exception of the Master of Science: Physician Assistant Program and the Master of Science in Genetic Counseling). Where applicable, an in-person or telephone admissions interview may be required. Those scheduled for admissions interviews will receive an email notification and confirmation. No admissions decisions will be confirmed until the admissions interview is complete.