Hybrid:
- Next start date: September 6, 2021
- Application deadline: August 9, 2021
100% Online:
- Next start date: May 10, 2021
- Application deadline: April 12, 2021
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Note: Please select "Adult Degree Completion," and not "Undergraduate," when completing the online application.
The Selection Process
We understand your application is not only a reflection of you as a student; it reflects you as a person. That’s why we are committed to reviewing it thoroughly and giving it the individual care and attention it deserves. We believe you have more to offer than just a GPA, which is why there is no numeric formula that determines admittance. We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you’re unsure of your qualifications.
1. To begin the first 60 semester units of coursework:
a. Students with fewer than 39 units of the required first 60 semester units of coursework completed must have a minimum cumulative GPA of at least 2.25 from an accredited institution that meets approval requirements as evidenced by an official transcript sent directly from each institution attended.
b. Students with 0 units completed must have a minimum cumulative GPA of at least 2.25 as evidenced by an official high school transcript.Submit an application for admission.
2. To begin the second 60 semester units of coursework:
a. Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of at least 2.75 from an accredited institution that meets approval requirements as evidenced by an official transcript sent directly from each institution attended. Note that students may begin the second 60 semester units of coursework once they hove completed 39 of the first 60 semester units of required coursework.
If you do not meet the minimum GPA requirement as stated above, you may still be eligible for admission based on your application package as well as the exceptions policy.
3. Submit an application for admission
4. Complete an interview with the Associate Dean of Professional Business Education.
Application Checklist
NOTE: The application is completed entirely online with the exception of transcripts, which can be submitted electronically or directly to PLNU, and test scores, which should be submitted electronically.
- Submit online application for admission.
- Please select "Adult Degree Completion," and not "Undergraduate" when completing the online application.
- Submit official transcripts from each institution attended.
Official transcripts must be sent to:
Point Loma Nazarene University
Office of Graduate Admissions
3900 Lomaland Dr.
San Diego, CA 92106
Official electronic transcripts must be emailed to:
gradprocessing@pointloma.edu
- Submit your professional resume.
- Complete an admissions interview with Associate Dean of Professional Business Education.
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NOTE: All students are expected to have some proficiency with computer technology (email, Internet, word processing, etc.).
*Prospective students who do not meet the minimum GPA requirement can be considered for admission under exception. Contact your enrollment counselor for details.