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A pioneer in distance learning since 1973, California Coast University provides accredited degree completion programs designed for students whose geographic, professional, or personal time commitments keep them from completing their education in traditional on-campus programs.

With accredited undergraduate degree programs in Business Administration, Management, Psychology, Health Care Administration and accredited graduate degree programs in Business Administration, Education, and Psychology, the University provides students with the necessary tools, support and guidance to help them complete their degree programs, as rapidly as time and ability permits.

If you desire to finish or to further your education, you owe it to yourself to contact our Admissions Department for further information on how California Coast University can help you reach your academic goals.

I found my experience at California Coast University to be very educational as well as a career enhancement. The staff are well qualified and helpful and the curriculum is balanced yet demanding. California Coast offers a wonderful alternative to the classroom intensive traditional schools while maintaining a high standard of educational opportunities. I highly recommend the institution.". Read more

Accreditation

California Coast University holds accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). The DETC is an educational association located in Washington, D.C. Founded in 1926, it is the standard setting agency for distance education institutions. The Accrediting Commission of the DETC is listed by the United States Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.

The Accrediting Commission of the DETC is listed by the United States Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency. The Secretary of Education is required by law to publish a list of nationally recognized accrediting agencies that the Secretary determines to be reliable authorities as to the quality of education provided by the institutions of higher education.

How Do the Programs Work?

During the admissions process, all components of an applicant's background are thoroughly reviewed and evaluated against the University's course work requirements. The assessment allows the University to determine which course have already been satisfied, which courses a student may be eligible to Challenge, which courses may require the assignment of a Study Guide, and for undergraduate students which courses students may submit a request for Experiential Learning credit or be eligible for Specialized Training credit.

The results of this assessment are plotted on a course work matrix enabling an applicant to easily visualize exactly how all of the parts of their background compare and can be utilized in completing the academic puzzle. The University's programs have been designed to help the student fill in the missing pieces and meet his or her educational goal. More information on how the programs work may be found by following this link: How the Programs Work

California Coast University is committed to offering a curriculum which challenges our students to integrate their professional and life experience with mastery of the academic content required by their discipline that can be completed through independent, self-paced instruction under faculty supervision, which does not require attendance at any specific location, either on or off campus.

Tuition

California Coast University's tuition costs are significantly less than most accredited distance learning programs. The University's flexible payment plans, company or organizational reimbursement plans make CCU an exceptional value. We also offer low monthly payments at no interest.

Contiguous U.S. Tuition		Degree Programs
Associate (Undergraduate) Tuition		$125.00 per unit or $375.00 per course
Bachelor (Undergraduate) Tuition		$125.00 per unit or $375.00 per course
Master (Graduate) Tuition		$225.00 per unit or $675.00 per course
International / Outside Contiguous U.S. Tuition *
Associate (Undergraduate) Tuition		$145.00 per unit or $435.00 per course
Bachelor (Undergraduate) Tuition		$145.00 per unit or $435.00 per course
Master (Graduate) Tuition		$255.00 per unit or $765.00 per course
Students are not permitted to enroll in a single course, at this time.

For example, Undergraduate Contiguous U.S. students will pay $125.00 per unit, each course is 3 units, equaling $375.00 (per course). Graduate Contiguous U.S. students will pay $255.00 per unit, each course is 3 units, equaling $765.00 (per course).

Undergraduate students outside the Contiguous U.S. will pay $145.00 per unit, each course is 3 units, equaling $435.00 (per course). Graduate students outside the Contiguous U.S. will pay $255.00 per unit, each course is 3 units, equaling $765.00 (per course).

* Outside Contiguous U.S. includes AK, AS, FM, GU, HI, MH, MP, PR, PW, and U.S. VI.

Tuition Payment Plans

Plan A:If a student pays the total tuition for the degree program, in a single payment within two weeks of the date of acceptance of this agreement, they are entitled to deduct $300.00 from the total program tuition. The University must receive the tuition balance within that two-week period to qualify for the discount.

Plan B: If a student pays fifty percent (50%) of the total tuition for the degree program, in a single payment within two weeks of the date of acceptance of this agreement, they are entitled to deduct $150.00 from the unpaid balance. The University must receive the 50% payment within that two-week period to qualify for the discount. The remaining balance will be paid at $100.00 per month, beginning one month from the official enrollment date. No interest will be charged on the unpaid balance, however late fees will be assessed on all past due balances.

Plan C: A student will make a payment of $500.00 toward the total tuition for the degree program in a single payment within two weeks of the date of acceptance. The remaining balance will be paid at $100.00 per month, beginning one month from the official enrollment date. No interest will be charged on the unpaid balance, however late fees will be assessed on all past due balances.

*The non-refundable application fee of $75.00 is in addition to the cost per unit charge.

Additional Financial Resources:

Sallie Mae
CCU has selected the SLM Corporation, commonly known as Sallie Mae©, to help the university provide financing for its students. Sallie Mae© is the nation's leading provider of education funding. Sallie Mae© also allows students to borrow additional loan amounts to cover additional expenses, such as textbooks, equipment, or living expenses. Sallie Mae© also offers comprehensive information and resources to assist students, parents and guidance professionals with the financial aid process. For details about the Sallie Mae© Private Educational Loan Program, click here.

Tuition Assistance
CCU is in the DANTES (Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Educational Support) Catalog of Nationally Accredited Distance Learning Programs (NADLP). CCU is approved to allow the payment of educational assistance benefits to active military members through DANTES. For more information on using your DANTES TA, click here.

Veterans Affairs
CCU's degree programs are approved to allow the payment of educational assistance benefits to veterans and other eligible persons under the programs administered by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). For more information on using your VA benefits, click here.

 

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