Application Requirements
| Application Deadlines | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Priority | May 15 | November 1 |
| Standard | August 1 | December 1 |
- Application for admission with a $45 application fee
- Official transcript from an accredited college or university reflecting the completion of a master's degree.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA on last 60/90 units. Additional opportunities may be available for a student to overcome an unsatisfactory GPA.
- Write a professional essay addressing the following:
- What is your reason for why you are pursuing a doctorate degree?
- Why do you want a DPA as opposed to another type of doctorate?
- How will you doctorate help you achieve your long term goals?
- Why are you a good candidate for the CBU DPA program?
- What makes you a good fit for CBU?
- Additional requirements may be requested.