California has over 100 private/independent colleges and universities statewide that offer undergraduate, professional and graduate programs. Campuses may focus on a specific interest or student population:
- Arts Colleges
- Single-sex Colleges
- Religiously affiliated Colleges
- Specially Designated Colleges
Check out Big Future: The Types of Colleges-The Basics to learn more about these special focuses.
Application Deadlines
Filing periods will vary from campus to campus. Please refer to the individual catalog of the campus for more information.
Admission Website: Common App
Some campus may not use the Common Application, but only accept admission applications through their website. Please review the college/university admission website or speak with a counselor for details.
Transfer Requirements
Specific transfer admission requirements will vary by campus. To learn more, visit: www.aiccu.edu.
CA Independent Colleges/Universities:
Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandizing (FIDM)
Point Loma Nazarene University
Southern California University of Health Sciences
University of Southern California (USC)
Western University of Health Sciences