Overview

Financial Information

• Scholarships and Financial Aid:
  We are committed to making it possible for all admitted students to attend CIIS regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, or disability. We offer assistance to both domestic and international CIIS students. Financial aid encompasses scholarships, grants, and loans. While complying with all applicable government regulations and donor restrictions, we attempt to extend a personalized, concerned approach to each student's financial needs.

Transfer Application Requirements

• Minimum GPA:
  CIIS has a minimum GPA requirement of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)for transfer admission consideration.
• Official Transcripts:
  The submision of official transcripts from all postsecondary institutions attended, in sealed official envelopes from the institution, is required.
• Letters of Recommendation:
  CIIS requires two letters of recommendation and an academic writing sample, if required by the program.
• Essay:
  An autobiographical statement is required including a personal history and an explanation of why you have chosen to apply to CIIS and to the program of choice.
• Application Fee:
  There is a $65 non-refundable application fee.
• Interview:
  Interviews are required by the BA Completion program. Most interviews will be conducted during the months of February and March. An in-person interview is preferred; however, an interview by phone or web may suffice.
• Apply Here:
  www.ciis.edu/Admissions_and_Financial_Aid/Applying_to_CIIS.html

Transfer Credit Policy

• Minimum Grade:
  Coursework marked by a grade of D, D-, or F, or coursework falling under the rubric physical education is not transferable.
• Credits (Min/Max):
  Lowered minimum transfer unit requirement for full admission: 54 units (instead of 60 units)*
• Transfer Policy Document:
  CIIS Transfer Credit Policy.pdf