CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY

General Admissions Process

1. Introduction

Cornerstone Christian University (CCU) welcomes applications from qualified individuals seeking educational opportunities through our flexible, nontraditional, and distance-learning programs.

Prospective students wishing to enroll at CCU must complete the official admissions application and submit all required supporting documentation to the Office of Admissions and Registrar.

Applicants may complete the application online and submit the required application fee using an accepted credit card or another approved payment method.

To begin the process, please select the Admission Request Form available on the University’s official website.

All applications are evaluated individually, considering the applicant’s academic background, professional experience, qualifications, educational objectives, and the admission requirements of the intended program.

CCU is committed to providing an educational experience that integrates academic knowledge, practical learning, ethical principles, and biblical perspectives where appropriate to the student’s field of study.

Our educational approach draws upon relevant academic scholarship, professional knowledge, and Christian educational principles to support intellectual development and responsible leadership.

2. Tuition, Financial Aid, and Scholarships

Cornerstone Christian University is not currently approved to participate in federal student financial aid programs authorized under Title IV of the Higher Education Act. Consequently, CCU does not administer federal Title IV student financial aid.

However, the University offers flexible tuition payment arrangements and may provide institutional scholarship opportunities to eligible students, subject to the availability of funds and applicable scholarship criteria.

Applicants interested in financial assistance are encouraged to contact the appropriate University office for information regarding tuition, payment arrangements, and scholarship eligibility. 

3. Steps to Registration

Step 1: Submit the Admissions Application

Applicants must obtain and complete the official CCU admissions application, either online or through the University’s approved application process.

All required sections must be completed accurately, and supporting documentation must be submitted as applicable.

A nonrefundable application fee of US$60.00 must accompany the application. Payment may be made by credit card or another method accepted by the University.

Incomplete applications may be held pending receipt of the required information and documentation. Applications will not receive final consideration until all applicable requirements have been satisfied.

Step 2: Submit the Required Admissions Documents

Depending on the academic program and degree level, applicants may be required to provide the following:

1. A completed official admissions application and payment of the nonrefundable US$60.00 application fee.
2. Official academic transcripts documenting previous educational qualifications.
3. Evidence of completion of the degree required for admission to the intended program.
4. A letter of intent describing the applicant’s educational objectives, professional aspirations, and reasons for selecting CCU.
5. Two letters of recommendation, preferably one academic and one professional.
6. A current résumé or curriculum vitae detailing educational background, employment history, professional experience, and relevant accomplishments.
7. A completed tuition payment agreement provided by CCU.
8. A signed acknowledgment of the University’s applicable privacy policies and student records procedures.
9. A recent, clear, passport-style photograph for student identification purposes.
10. Evidence of sufficient English-language proficiency to undertake academic work in English, as determined by the University’s admissions requirements.

Additional documentation may be requested when necessary to evaluate an applicant’s eligibility.

4. Academic Admission Requirements

Admission requirements vary according to the level of study and the academic program.

Undergraduate Programs

Applicants seeking admission to an undergraduate degree program must provide evidence of completion of secondary education or an accepted equivalent qualification.

A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale is generally expected, subject to the University’s applicable admissions policies.

Master’s Degree Programs

Applicants seeking admission to a master’s degree program must ordinarily hold an earned bachelor’s degree or its recognized equivalent from an institution acceptable to CCU.

A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is generally expected for graduate admission, subject to any applicable exceptions or alternative admission provisions.

Doctoral Degree Programs

Applicants seeking admission to a doctoral program must ordinarily possess an earned master’s degree or its recognized equivalent in an appropriate field of study.

Applicants who are within six semester credit hours of completing their master’s degree may be considered for conditional admission, if permitted by the applicable doctoral program’s admission policies.

Official documentation confirming completion of the master’s degree must be submitted before full admission is granted, in accordance with University requirements.

Applicants must also demonstrate the academic preparation, professional background, and research potential appropriate to doctoral-level study.

5. Individualized Admissions Evaluation

The CCU Admissions Committee evaluates each application individually and considers multiple factors when determining an applicant’s eligibility for admission.

These factors may include:

• Previous academic achievement and cumulative grade point average.
• Relevance and quality of previous educational preparation.
• Professional experience and demonstrated accomplishments.
• Academic and professional recommendations.
• Personal and professional educational objectives.
• Performance in prerequisite courses, where applicable.
• Readiness to undertake independent and distance-learning studies.
• Ability to meet the financial obligations associated with enrollment.

Applicants with Nontraditional Academic Backgrounds

Cornerstone Christian University recognizes that academic potential and professional competence may be demonstrated through a combination of formal education, professional experience, and other relevant achievements.

Applicants whose previous GPA falls below the University’s standard admission threshold may receive additional consideration when they possess five or more years of substantial professional experience relevant to their proposed field of study.

In such cases, the Admissions Committee may evaluate the quality, relevance, duration, and diversity of the applicant’s professional experience, together with other supporting evidence of academic readiness.

Professional experience does not automatically guarantee admission or replace mandatory degree prerequisites. Any exception must be consistent with the University’s established academic policies and program requirements.

6. Admissions Decisions

Following the evaluation of a completed application, the University may issue one of the following decisions:

Full Admission: The applicant satisfies the applicable admission requirements and is approved for enrollment.

Conditional Admission: The applicant may be admitted subject to completing specified academic or administrative requirements within an established period.

Admission Deferred: Additional documentation, clarification, or evaluation is required before a final decision can be made.

Admission Denied: The applicant does not satisfy the admission requirements or other applicable criteria.

All admission decisions are made in accordance with the University’s established policies and procedures.

7. Enrollment and Registration

Applicants who receive an offer of admission must complete all applicable enrollment procedures, including the execution of required agreements, submission of outstanding documents, and fulfillment of financial arrangements.

Admission to the University does not automatically constitute registration in an academic program. Enrollment becomes effective only after the University’s registration requirements have been satisfied.

8. Commitment to Academic Integrity and Equal Consideration

Cornerstone Christian University seeks to maintain a fair, consistent, and academically responsible admissions process.

Every applicant is evaluated according to the admission standards applicable to the intended program, with consideration given to academic preparation, professional experience, and demonstrated potential for successful study.

The University reserves the right to request additional documentation when reasonably necessary to verify an applicant’s qualifications or determine eligibility for admission.

Office of Admissions and Registrar
Cornerstone Christian University (CCU)

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