For specific information about Point Loma's service credential program, please see the School of Education Web site.

The following are requirements for admission to the university:

• A completed application for admission
• $35.00 non-refundable matriculation fee
• Official transcripts from each regionally accredited college attended pursuing and completing a bachelors degree
• Two completed recommendation forms from appropriate individuals who have knowledge of the applicant's character and professional performance
• Appointment with appropriate faculty advisor to complete program plan sheet (contact specific university location of choice for assistance)

The following are requirements for eligibility to the School of Education's service credential or Level II/Professional Clear credential programs:

• CBEST passing score report
• CTC Certificate of Clearance or other CTC credential
• Evidence of prerequiste credential (excluding PPS credential program)

The following are additional requirements for candidates pursuing an M.A. or Ed.S. degree in conjunction with a service credential:

• A writing sample responding to the following questions (each answer should be one-half page):
• Describe your professional and career goals.
• Describe the experiences that helped you determine these goals.  You may want to include multi-cultural and professional experiences.
• Explain why you are applying to a Christian graduate program.
• GRE or MAT scores (waived if candidate already has advanced degree fro a regionally accredited college/university)

For the appropriate mailing address and additional information, contact your PLNU regional center.