First-Time College Student

Welcome, future freshmen! Call (800) 862-7080 or email admissions@puc.edu if you have any questions about how to apply to PUC.

Follow these steps to complete your application:

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• Review your personal PUC site for information about your major, scholarships, campus life, and so much more.
• Send in your transcripts; unofficial copies are fine but you will need to eventually submit an official copy, showing graduation. Send to: Admissions, One Angwin Avenue, Angwin, CA 94508 or email transripts to admissions@puc.edu.
• Send PUC your ACT or SAT scores. PUC’s school codes are: 0362 (ACT) and 4600 (SAT).

Admissions Requirements for First-Time College Students

You may be admitted to PUC on regular status if you qualify in one of the following categories:

• Have secondary-school (high school) graduation, or its equivalent, with an unweighted core GPA of at least 2.5 and SAT or ACT test scores on file.
• Demonstrate a standard score of at least 165 on each of the four tests and an average standard score of at least 177 for all four tests for the Test of General Educational Development (GED).
• Pass the California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) and have completed the following additional requirements:
  • Successful completion of at least two years of secondary school.
  • A personal interview of you and your parents with a college admissions officer or designated representative.
  • Submit a letter stating the reasons you should begin college early.
  • Submit a recommendation by a faculty member at the secondary school you last attended, including an evaluation of social and academic readiness for college.
• If you’re a homeschool applicant, contact the office of admissions to discuss your individual situation. You should be prepared to provide ACT or SAT scores plus transcripts and GED scores.

Transfer Student

We accept transfer students at any point, so you don’t need to complete a certain number of courses before transferring. We’re excited to help you throughout the process! Call (800) 862-7080 or email admissions@puc.edu if you have any questions about how to transfer to PUC.

Follow these steps to complete your application:

Apply Now

• Review your personal PUC site for information about your major, scholarships, campus life, and so much more.
• Send in official copies of all your transcripts, including official high school transcripts (confirming graduation). Send to: Admissions, One Angwin Avenue, Angwin, CA 94508 or email transripts to admissions@puc.edu.
• Send PUC your ACT or SAT scores if you have not successfully taken College Algebra or English 101. PUC’s school codes are: 0362 (ACT) and 4600 (SAT).

Visit the Transfer Student page for more information about these steps and admissions requirements.

International Student

If you are a student living outside the United States, or if you are a U.S. resident with citizenship elsewhere, we invite you to explore the possibility of attending Pacific Union College as an international student. Call (800) 862-7080 or email admissions@puc.edu if you have any questions about how to apply to PUC as an international student.

Follow these steps to complete your application:

Apply Now

• Review your personal PUC site for information about your major, scholarships, campus life, and so much more.
• Send in your transcripts, including official high school transcripts (confirming graduation), and college or university transcripts if you have attended another college. Send to: Admissions, One Angwin Avenue, Angwin, CA 94508 or email transripts to admissions@puc.edu.
• Send PUC your English level exam score.
• Send PUC documentation of your financial plan, including a bank statement showing at least $57,545 USD on deposit in an international bank.
• Submit a $1,000 deposit, which must be done before an I-20 is issued. This deposit will remain on the student’s account until the student ceases to attend Pacific Union College (the deposit can be applied to the student’s final quarter at PUC).
• Submit your Pioneers Commitment form, which must be done before an I-20 is issued.

Visit the International Student page for more information about these steps and admissions requirements.

Early Acceptance

If you’re a high school senior with top-notch grades, you can get accepted to PUC based on the work you’ve done freshman-junior year of high school. Get accepted early by following these steps:

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• Send in your transcripts, showing all six semesters (freshman-junior year).
• Send PUC your ACT or SAT scores. PUC’s school codes are: 0362 (ACT) and 4600 (SAT).

Admissions Requirements for Early Acceptance

You may receive early acceptance to PUC if you qualify based on both of these requirements:

• Have a secondary-school (high school) unweighted GPA of at least 2.75 over six semesters (freshman-junior year).

Questions about whether you qualify for early acceptance? Contact the admissions office at admissions@puc.edu or (800) 862-7080.

Nursing Student

If you have completed all pre-requisite courses and are ready to apply directly to PUC’s associates degree in nursing program, or if you already have your R.N. and want to apply to PUC’s bachelor’s in nursing program, please refer directly to the applications available on the website for the department of nursing and health sciences.

Students who still need to take additional pre-nursing courses should apply for regular admission as first-time or transfer students and work with PUC’s pre-nursing advisor before applying to the program.

Graduate Student

Admission to the MBA Program

All potential students, including former Pacific Union College students, must apply for admission both to the college and to the M.B.A program. The application will be considered once official postsecondary transcripts and other requested materials have been filed with the PUC Admissions Office. Admission is determined by the Business Department faculty on the basis of credentials held, recommendations, former academic performance, and background.

• Admission to Pacific Union College.
• A baccalaureate degree (any major) from a regionally accredited institution of higher education.
• Submission of a graduate application that includes the following:
  • online application form;
  • application fee of $40 (non-refundable);
  • two recommendations (completed by work supervisors or undergraduate professors);
  • official transcripts from all institutions attended;
  • a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0; and
  • official scores from the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), taken within the past five years. Note: With Business Department approval, applicants may be admitted without the GMAT if they have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 or if they have at least five years of full-time business-related management experience.
  • Recommended: Completion of the following courses at the undergraduate level with a grade of “C-” or higher:
    All Emphases:
    • a) Accounting (ACCT 121+122+123 or equivalent)
    • b) Finance (FIN 341 or equivalent)

Admission to the MSN Program

Pacific Union College offers three routes of entry for Registered Nurses seeking a Master of Science in Nursing degree. The Graduate Record Exam (GRE), generally required for admission to master’s degree programs, is NOT required for admission. The pathways to the Master of Science in Nursing degree are as follows:

• Traditional Entry
• Bridge Program
• R.N.-to-M.S.N. Fast Track

Admission requirements are those published in the General Catalog in effect during the year of the student’s admission to the Nursing Program. The Nursing and Health Sciences Department reserves the right to admit or deny admission to individuals applying for admission to the Nursing Program.

• In addition to the requirements for admission to the college,
  the following criteria must be met:
  • Completion of a bachelor of science degree in nursing from a program accredited by the NLNAC or CCNE. Registered nurses with a bachelor degree in a related field may seek
    admission through the Bridge Program.
  • Hold a current license to practice professional nursing in the state where they live.
• Applicants must submit an application for admission to the Nursing Program. Application packets are available at the department office and website.

Admission to the M.Ed. Program

All potential students, including former Pacific Union College students, must apply for admission both to the college and to the M.Ed. program. Please contact the Credential Analyst in the Education Department for application materials. The prerequisites for admission are as follows:

• A baccalaureate degree from a regionally-accredited institution of higher education.
• A state credential or SDA credential, or eligibility for these credentials.
• Admission to Pacific Union College.
• Submission of a graduate application to the Education Department that includes the following:
  • application form
  • two recommendations
  • official transcripts
  • interview with department chair and one other Education faculty member
  • essay discussing interests and goals
• A minimum GPA of 3.0 in each of the following areas:
  • Undergraduate upper-division major
  • Education courses
  • Overall college work, or the last 96 quarter hours
• Acceptable scores in the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test.
• A proposed program of studies appropriate to the student’s strengths, interests, and professional goals.

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Student Veterans

PUC welcomes student veterans and active duty personnel to our distinctly Christian liberal arts campus. PUC is a Yellow Ribbon Program school and has a Student Veterans Task Force to make the transition from military service to college life as smooth as possible.

Admissions steps and requirements for student veterans are the same as those for transfer or first-time college students. For step-by-step information, please refer to the First-Time College Student and Transfer Student sections on this page .

However, we know your experiences have been different from the traditional transfer or first-time college student, which is why we’ve pulled together some helpful campus resources for student veterans. Visit the Student Veterans page for more information.

Questions? Contact the veteran academic services coordinator at veteranssco@puc.edu or (707) 965-6676.

Honors Student

The Honors Program at Pacific Union College provides a stimulating environment alternative to the General Education requirements for any baccalaureate degree. Join a cohort of serious scholars in seminars focused on in-depth understanding through lively discussions.

As an alternative to the GE program, Honors emphasizes:

• Original texts over textbooks
• Discussion over lecture
• Interdisciplinary depth and rigor

Honors provides you these opportunities:

• Study abroad
• Work closely with faculty mentors
• Distinguish your academic record for graduate or professional school
• Receive a $1,000 scholarship following completion of the capstone project

 Entry requirements:

• Strong reading, critical thinking, and writing skills
• High school GPA of 3.5
• SAT of 1200 or ACT of 26
• Commitment to learning

 Apply to the Honors Program at PUC today! Visit the Honors Program page to learn more about the Program, including faculty mentors, seminars, the capstone project, and other student opportunities.

Freshmen enrollment is limited to 20 students per year. Online applications are reviewed monthly until all seats are filled.

Questions? Contact Milbert Mariano, the Honors Program director, at mmariano@puc.edu or (707) 965-6234.

After You’re Accepted

Congratulations on being accepted to Pacific Union College! We can’t wait for you to join our vibrant and thriving community. Follow these important steps to complete the process of becoming a PUC student.*

Check in with Your Admissions Counselor

Your counselor is your go-to person if you have questions during the admissions process. Talk with them regularly to make sure you’re on track every step of the way.

Create Your Student Accounts

Your student accounts are your online access point for registration, class information, statements, your student email, your housing form, and more. Creating your account is quick and easy.

Submit Your Pioneers Commitment Form

Before you're able to register for classes or make housing plans, you will need to make your commitment to PUC by submitting the Pioneers Commitment form. 

Reserve Housing

When you submit your Pioneers Commitment form, you will also be able to reserve your dorm room or other housing. If you're an unmarried student under the age of 22, you will be expected to stay in one of PUC's residence halls, with limited exceptions.

Reserve Housing

Make Financial Aid Arrangements

Your PUC financial counselor will help build a financial aid package that meets your family’s need and fits your budget. Submitting your FAFSA is a great place to start. Let your financial counselor know if you need ideas of places to look for scholarships and grants, and if you need more aid.

Submit Your Health Forms

It’s time for a checkup! Make an appointment with your primary health provider and fill out the Health Information Form. You will also need to submit a record of childhood immunizations and the results from a tuberculosis skin test (taken within the last year). As of 9/1/24 students must acquire their own medical insurance and provide proof of coverage submitted with their completed Health Information Form. Have questions? Contact Health Services for more information; call (707) 965-6339 or email healthservices@puc.edu.

Register for Classes

After your Pioneers Commitment form is submitted, an academic advisor will reach out to you to register for classes. You will work with your advisor to come up with the perfect class schedule!

Purchase Textbooks

Textbooks can be purchased through our online bookstore.

Attend New Student Orientation

At Orientation, you will learn the ins-and-outs of the PUC experience and start to get to know your new classmates. Mark your calendar now!

Learn more about New Student Orientation

*Note: The post-acceptance steps are different for international and transfer students. Please visit these pages for more information.

International Students  Transfer Students