HOW TO APPLY

 

You can Apply Online or by downloading our paper-based Application Packet. Please ensure that we receive all supporting documents listed in the Application Checklist in one envelope addressed as indicated in the Mailing Materials instructions below.  It is highly recommended that all materials are postmarked by the appropriate priority deadline. It is also recommended that applicants to any of our joint-degree programs with other institutions visit the Joint Doctoral Applicants page to ensure proper application submission.

 

APPLICATION CHECKLIST

Please ensure that we receive the following supporting materials. Though we understand this may not always be possible, it is preferred that all supporting materials are received in one large envelope marked as stated in the Mailing Materials instructions below.
 Required Items
  Additional Details
$60 Application Fee - may be submitted online. If not submitted with your online application, please send check or money order only; do not mail cash Click here to learn more about options for submitting payment
Official Transcripts from every college or university attended
Click here for more information on transcript requirements
 
International applicants, please click here for extended guidance on submitting appropriate transcripts
Official Test scores GRE, GMAT, and TOEFL scores must be sent directly from the testing agency to CGU.

CBEST / CSET/ MCAT scores (if applicable) may be sent directly by the applicant

Click here for additional information about test scores
Official References (3) - may be submitted via the online application directly by your recommenders; if your recommenders will not be submitting online, please review the guidelines to the right
 Sealed, with signature of reference writer across sealed envelope flap

A paper reference form for writers not submitting online can be accessed here
Personal Statement - may be submitted online
Click here for more information on statement format
Resume - may be submitted online
 Click here for more details on what your resume should include
Other items as required by the academic program to which you are applying Please review the Additional Department-Specific Instructions in the Application Packet for specific guidelines

 

MAILING MATERIALS

Check the Application Checklist to ensure that all necessary documents are submitted. Before mailing your application and/or supporting materials, please PRINT the following information on the outside of the envelope:

  • ONLINE APPLICANT  - if you applied online and are enclosing only your supporting materials.
  • APPLICATION ENCLOSED - if you did NOT apply online and are enclosing your entire application.
  • Mailing Address- We recommend that you mail all additional/supporting documents together in one large envelope to:
        CGU Admissions
        160 E. Tenth Street
        Claremont, CA  91711
Please include your full name and return address on the top left corner of the envelope. You do not need to mail copies of documents that were submitted online.

Office of Admissions and Records  • Mailing address:  160 East Tenth Street, Claremont, CA 91711
•  Ph. (909) 621-8069  • Fax (909) 607-7285  • Email:admiss@cgu.edu  • Important Contacts

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