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, with the exception of the PsyD programs with the combined MSGP. 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.
Students 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 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. Students 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.
Doctor of Psychology (Combined MS)
Admission to the PsyD (Combined MS) programs requires a bachelor’s degree. Applicants that have earned a master’s degree may refer to the section below.
Doctor of Psychology (without en route MSGP)
Admission to the PsyD programs requires both a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree, with the master’s degree in psychology or a comparable 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.