CIU Admissions

Doctoral Degrees

Elevate Your Future with a Doctoral Degree from CIU

Pursuing a doctoral degree exemplifies your commitment to advancing your expertise and professional aspirations, so here’s your go-to guide for making your CIU application process a success. Just click on each step to dive into the details!

Note: The information on this page applies to all deliveries of doctoral degrees (online and on-campus).

STEP 1

Complete the Application

Ready to apply? Start by filling out our online application for the doctoral degree program of your choice.

STEP 2

Submit Required Documents

Once your application is submitted, we will need additional supporting documents to complete your admission requirements. Be sure to send these in right away, so our admissions team can begin reviewing your application.

College Transcripts

Make sure to have your prior college(s) send us your transcript confirming completion of your bachelor’s degree(s) and master’s degree(s). Check with your school for their transcript request process.

If you’re a CIU alumnus, you can skip this step for the degree(s) you earned from CIU!

Additional Requirements

Some degree programs have additional admission requirements. Get more details.

STEP 3

Start Financial Aid Process

One of the most important parts of preparing for your doctoral degree is making your financial plans. With scholarships, grants, and federal aid available, you can pursue your degree from anywhere while still benefiting from CIU’s financial support.

Follow our graduate student financial aid guide to help you get the most possible aid.

STEP 4

Save Your Spot

If you’re accepted, complete these steps to reserve your spot. Welcome to CIU!

Submit the Pre-Registration Form
Some doctoral degree students are required to complete this pre-registration form prior to registering for classes.

Register for Classes
Once your deposit is received, you’ll be able to work with an academic advisor to select and register for your classes within MyCIU.

Submit the FERPA Form
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) grants or denies permission to share your academic information with family members. Complete the form here.

Submit the Health Form
All incoming, on-campus students are required to submit a Health Form to ensure they meet CIU’s health and immunization requirements. Complete the form here.

STEP 5

Get Ready

Before you officially start at CIU, be sure you’ve completed all of the steps above, submitted all required documents and forms, and registered for your classes. Then head over to our new student checklist to see what comes next!