To be eligible for admission an applicant must have earned a four-year bachelor's or international equivalent degree from an accredited institution of higher learning.

An applicant must meet any one of the following GPA criteria:

• A 3.0 GPA or higher (based on the 4-point scale) for all undergraduate coursework
• A 3.5 GPA or higher (based on the 4-point scale) for all course work taken in a completed master's program

Applicants are required to provide proof of proficiency in standard operating systems and an object oriented programming language.

A minimum TOEFL score of 100 for the Internet-Based (IBT), 600 for the written test or 250 for the computerized test is required for international applicatns.

An interview is required for all applicants.  A face-to-face interview is preferred, but an Internet-based video conference or conference call may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

The admissions committee resesrves the right to administer an entrance exam encompassing basic computer skills, medical terminology, and analytical ability.

While we accept international applications, the number of positions is limited. The program has limited financial support for non-California residents. International students will need to secure their own funding for this program.

The program welcomes applications from all individuals who possess the eligibility requirements listed above. The program also actively seeks a diverse pool of applicants and encourages women and persons from underrepresented and economically disadvantaged groups to apply.