Admission

Individuals who meet any one of the following criteria are eligible to attend College of the Desert:

  • Have graduated from high school or
  • Have passed the California Proficiency Program or
  • Have passed the CA High School Proficiency Exam or
  • Have passed the GED Examination or
  • 18 years of age or older and can benefit from instruction

Special Admission Requirements

Certain programs have special admission requirements.

Non-Graduates of High School

Early College: Free College for High School Students

Probationary Transfer Students

Nursing Program Supplemental Application

Physical Therapist Assistant Program Supplemental Application

International Applicants