Doctoral Degrees

Regular/matriculating admission to doctoral programs requires a graduate degree (normally a master’s degree) or the equivalent from an accredited or approved post-secondary institution. Official transcripts must be on file and accepted by the University for the graduate degree or its equivalent prior to the 10th day of the second term in the program of study. Specific program requirements are provided within this section.

Learners are considered conditionally admitted pending the University's receipt of official transcripts. Please refer to the Conditional Admission for Graduate Programs section of this catalog for more information.

Doctor of Psychology

Admission to the PsyD program requires both a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree, with the master’s degree in psychology or a related field of study. Applicants that have earned a master’s degree in an unrelated field may satisfy this requirement by completing the CalSouthern Master of Science in General Psychology program, which is designed to provide a firm foundation in the field needed to pursue doctoral level study.

Doctor of Business Administration

Admission to the DBA degree requires a master’s degree in the field of study or related field from an accredited or approved postsecondary institution. Learners entering with a master’s degree in an academic area other than business will be required to take the Management Competency Assessment (see Management Competency Assessment section) to bring them to a level of preparation for graduate business studies.

CalSouthern invites ABDs in business-related disciplines from accredited or approved schools to apply to enter our DBA program and give us the opportunity to help them convert their ABD into a DBA. Contact a CalSouthern Admissions Representative for assistance.