California Southern University Guide

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AccreditationWestern Association of Schools and CollegesCalifornia Southern University is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).

985 Atlantic Avenue, #100 Alameda, CA 94501 Phone: 510-748-9001 www.wascsenior.org

ContentsChoosing CalSouthern Accreditation and Approvals 1 Mission Statement 2 CalSouthern Advantages 3 CalSouthern Learners 4 The Staff and Faculty 5 Affordable Tuition 6 International Applicants 7 Choosing Your Program Degrees and Certificates 8 Admission Requirements 9 School of Behavioral Sciences 10 School of Business 18 School of Law 26 The CalSouthern Team Academic Support 30 CalSouthern Graduation 31 Getting Started 32 Connect with CalSouthern 33

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California Bureau for Private Postsecondary EducationCalifornia Southern University is a private university approved to operate by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. The university was founded in 1978, originally under the name Southern California University for Professional Studies, and has been continuously approved by the State of California to offer undergraduate and graduate level degrees. Any questions a student may have regarding this catalog that have not been satisfactorily answered by the institution may be directed to:

2535 Capital Oaks Drive, Suite 400 Sacramento, CA 95833 Phone: 888-370-7589 www.bppe.ca.gov

Committee of Bar Examiners of the State Bar of CaliforniaThe Committee of Bar Examiners (CBE) of the State Bar of California has authorized registration of the School of Law as an unaccredited correspondence law school, which enables graduates who have complied with Title 4, Division 1 of the Rules of the State Bar of California (Admissions Rules) to sit for the California Bar Examination.

California Board of Psychology The Board of Psychology of the State of California accepts California Southern University’s Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree as meeting the educational requirements for licensure as a psychologist in California. Persons interested in licensure are advised to contact the Board of Psychology in Sacramento, California to determine what other requirements may exist for licensure.

California Board of Behavioral SciencesThe Board of Behavioral Sciences in the State of California accepts California Southern University’s Master of Arts in Psychology (MA) degree as meeting the educational requirements for licensure as a marriage and family therapist (MFT) in California as well as for licensure as a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in California. Persons interested in licensure are advised to contact the Board of Behavioral Sciences in Sacramento, California to obtain a complete listing of all requirements for licensure.

California Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse CounselorsThe Board of Behavioral Sciences in the State of California accepts California Southern University’s Master of Arts in Psychology (MA) degree as meeting the educational requirements for licensure as a marriage and family therapist (MFT) in California as well as for licensure as a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in California. Persons interested in licensure are advised to contact the Board of Behavioral Sciences in Sacramento, California to obtain a complete listing of all requirements for licensure.

The Association for Addiction ProfessionalsThe Board of Behavioral Sciences in the State of California accepts California Southern University’s Master of Arts in Psychology (MA) degree as meeting the educational requirements for licensure as a marriage and family therapist (MFT) in California as well as for licensure as a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in California. Persons interested in licensure are advised to contact the Board of Behavioral Sciences in Sacramento, California to obtain a complete listing of all requirements for licensure.

United States Department of Veterans AffairsCalifornia Southern University is eligible to receive education benefits awarded by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA). This applies to the Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degrees as well as the undergraduate and graduate certificate programs. Veterans and eligible spouses or dependents who believe they may qualify for GI benefits should contact their VA office for details. The California Southern University Facility Code is 21900605.

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22The CalSouthern MissionThe mission of California Southern University is to provide high quality undergraduate and graduate degrees and educational programs to adult learners throughout the world using distance learning methodologies.

The university is dedicated to providing a rich and dynamic educational experience to those who choose the freedom and flexibility of distance learning to satisfy their educational and professional goals. The university is committed to cultivating an environment of academic integrity while stimulating intellectual curiosity through a respectful exchange of ideas with faculty mentors and fellow learners.

California Southern University fulfills its mission by Delivering instruction through online education by monitoring, evaluating and reporting the student’s academic progress through a faculty mentoring relationship for each course.

Providing students the opportunity to understand facts and ideas, to think analytically, and to reason and express conclusions clearly.

Promoting intellectual inquiry that enhances the cultural, social, and professional development of the student.

Broadening the scope and depth of knowledge in the various fields of study.

Providing an opportunity for personal enrichment.

Providing education in fields where a demonstrated need has been identified.

University GoalsProvide degree programs that combine traditional modes of education in an online format to enable learners to meet their academic, professional, and personal goals.

Provide quality instruction for the development of essential skills in the areas of behavioral science, business, and law.

Maintain flexibility in the delivery of programs to meet the needs of the university’s learner population.

Foster an awareness of and respect for diversity by maintaining an atmosphere of respect and acceptance for the diverse world in which our learners live and work.

Build an institutional culture characterized by candor, transparency, and best professional practices.

Demonstrate adherence to ethical standards while providing academic support and intellectual freedom.

Institutional Learning OutcomesDuring the course of study at California Southern University, each learner is expected to: Demonstrate mastery of the specific subject matter in the learner’s area of study.

Access, evaluate, and utilize information accurately and appropriately.Integrate knowledge and principles of the specific area of study for use in a practical/professional setting.

Communicate facts and ideas clearly and express well-reasoned conclusions.

Conduct research utilizing a variety of resources and media.

Demonstrate organizational and time-management skills through fulfillment of course and degree requirements.


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CalSouthern AdvantagesAn Unmatched Value in EducationAffordable tuition that will never increase as long as you remain enrolled. No-interest payment options. Finally—an alternative to soaring tuition and crushing debt.

A Proprietary Online Learning MethodologyThe curriculum is rigorous, fresh, and relevant, with an online learning platform offers many advantages to traditional education.

Flexibility to Accommodate Your Personal and Professional LivesCalSouthern’s courses and degree programs are ideal for busy, working adults, those looking to finally complete their degrees, or for military service members and veterans.

One-on-one Faculty MentoringWork with professors—experienced practitioners as well as skilled educators—who will provide personalized feedback and help you apply the concepts you learn to real-world scenarios.

An Applied, Relevant DegreeCourses and degree programs are constantly updated and enhanced, and taught in a way that makes the material relevant to today’s world—and to your own goals and interests.

A Community of SupportAt CalSouthern, you’re never alone. From the day you enroll, you’ll benefit from the guidance, expertise, and support of faculty, advisors, administration, and staff. It’s the CalSouthern difference.

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CalSouthern ScholarsThe learners of California Southern University are a diverse and successful group of accomplished individuals. While most of our learners reside in the United States, many others live around the world. They represent a wide variety of professions and educational experiences, and they also share the challenges of balancing careers, personal lives, and education.

Many of our learners choose CalSouthern because their travel, job and family commitments interfere with traditional campus-based courses and fixed class schedules. Other learners choose CalSouthern because they realize that professional career success depends on what you know and the degrees you have earned.

CalSouthern is known for providing an adult approach to higher education. Our goal is to serve the individual needs of our learners’ lifestyles through online distance learning, providing the individual attention they need to ensure success.

California Southern University was established in the state of California in 1978 for the purpose of meeting the educational needs of working adults who could not attend traditional educational institutions due to professional, personal, or financial constraints.

CalSouthern recognized that work, personal obligations, and lack of accessibility created obstacles that prevented degree seeking adults from realizing their dreams. CalSouthern responded to this need by providing access to a high quality education through distance and online learning. Today, the CalSouthern student body is made up of learners from all over the world who are interested in advancing their lives through education.

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The focus of active self-learning is to encourage you, the learner, to incorporate book knowledge into the real world using the faculty as resources and facilitators in the process of learning. You will demonstrate your mastery of the course material and its personal relevance by completing assignments, examinations, or term papers as required.

As a learner, you are individually advised and counseled through direct contact with our faculty by phone, mail, and email. We guide you toward achieving your educational objectives in the shortest time possible. You are encouraged to be responsible for your own academic journey through contact with our faculty and your academic advisor who are dedicated to your success.

The entire staff at CalSouthern is committed to your success! Your faculty mentor, academic advisor, and everyone at CalSouthern is here to assist you every step of the way as you plan your program and achieve your educational objectives.

CalSouthern is especially sensitive to the special needs of adult learners returning to school after a long absence from the classroom. Our faculty and staff are available to help with step-by-step procedures and will provide the guidance necessary for smooth transition into online learning.

Experienced Staff

Our exceptional faculty mentors wear many hats; they are managers, CEOs, administrators, consultants, educators, advisors, practitioners, and professionals in their fields. They are drawn from industry, business, mental health, and the academic community to assist our learners in reaching their educational objectives. They are selected for their interest in promoting self-learning, professional expertise, real-world experience, academic background, and ability to communicate their knowledge and experience to our learners.

Our programs are designed to encourage success and develop lifelong learning patterns. Therefore, interaction between the faculty and learners is an integral part of the university’s learning process.

A Faculty Mentor is personally assigned to you each time you enroll in a course so you have direct access to an academic specialist in the field.

Faculty mentors will guide you through the course by phone, email, and online through the CalSouthern Learning Center.

Jonathan Rich, PhDFaculty Mentor, Practicing Clinical PsychologistSchool of Behavioral Sciences

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California Southern University - www.calsouthern.edu/admissions/tuition

Increase Your Earning PotentialThe value of an education at CalSouthern can be evaluated in many ways. Whether you consider your increased professional value, greater earning potential, or personal satisfaction from completing your academic goals, you won’t be disappointed with your education from CalSouthern.

Your education is an investment and one of the most important decisions you will ever make. By offering our courses online through our proprietary CalSouthern Learning Center, we are able to keep our operating costs low. This enables you to obtain your higher education degree, which can translate into higher earning potential, without paying the high cost of tuition one would expect from traditional universities.

College tuitions have increased on average by 76 percent at public four-year institutions over the last decade. Private four-year institutions have seen an average increase of 62 percent.

While the average cost of college tuition has risen more than 65 percent over the past decade, median family income has risen by only 5 percent.Source: American Council on Education

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For a fraction of the cost of what you would expect to pay at most universities, CalSouthern’s online learning format saves you the time, hassle, and cost of commuting to a campus and sitting through long lectures.

We recognize that for most learners, the decision to advance their education is something that must be balanced with working full-time, caring for their families, and numerous other commitments. And while the cost of higher education continues to rise across the nation, CalSouthern has remained committed to providing the highest quality education at an affordable cost.

Call us today to discuss your estimated tuition, including possible transfer credits. Our enrollment advisors are available to answer any questions you may have regarding our tuition costs and convenient interest-free payment options.

For a complete list of course costs, visit www.calsouthern.edu/admissions/tuition.

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California Southern University welcomes international students from around the world who are seeking an outstanding American education.

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Learners whose primary language is not English must have a sufficient command of the English language to benefit from instruction at this university. Coursework is offered in English through English textbooks and through consultation and critique by English speaking faculty mentors. Therefore, learners must be able to communicate effectively in English to complete courses. Applicants whose native language is not English and who have not earned a degree from an appropriately accredited institution where English is the principal language of instruction must provide evidence of English proficiency in one of the following ways:

Undergraduate: A minimum score of 500 on the paper-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL PBT), or 61 on the Internet Based Test (iBT), a 6.0 on the International English Language Test (IELTS) or 44 on the PTE** Academic Score Report.

Master’s Degree: A minimum score of 530 on the paper-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL PBT) or 71 on the Internet Based Test (iBT), 6.5 on the International English Language Test (IELTS) or 50 on the PTE Academic Score Report;

First Professional Degree or Professional Doctoral Degree: A minimum score of 550 on the paper-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL PBT), or 80 on the Internet Based Test (iBT), a 6.5 on the International English Language Test (IELTS), or 58 on the PTE Academic Score Report.A minimum grade of Level 3 on the ACT COMPASS English as a Second Language Placement Test;A minimum grade of Pre-1 on the Eiken English Proficiency Exam;A transcript indicating completion of at least 30 semester hours of credit with an average grade of “C” or higher at an appropriately accredited*/recognized accredited college or university where the language of instruction was English; “B” or higher for Master’s, First Professional Degree or Professional Doctoral Degree.

Undergraduate only: A high school diploma completed at an appropriately accredited/recognized high school (where the medium of instruction is English).

*Accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Secretary of Education and/or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), or an accepted foreign equivalent that is listed in the International Handbook of Universities.

TOEFL® Services - Educational Testing Service - CalSouthern code: 8869 IELTS International - CalSouthern code: 11228

Credential EvaluationApplicants submitting diplomas, degrees, and course transcripts from non-U.S. institutions are required have their academic credentials evaluated by an authorized agency.

International Education Research Foundation, Inc. World Education Services, Inc. Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc.

To view the contact information for these agencies, please visit: www.calsouthern.edu/admissions/international-applicants

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California Southern University - www.calsouthern.edu/academics

Degrees and CertificatesDegrees

BA - Bachelor of Arts in PsychologyMA - Master of Arts in PsychologyMS - Master of Science in PsychologyPsyD - Doctor of Psychology

Pre-Baccalaureate Certificates

CPAS - Certificate in Addiction Studies

Post-Baccalaureate Certificates

CPCDCD - Certificate in Chemical Dependency and Compulsive DisordersCPHCS - Certificate in Healthcare ServicesCPIOP - Certificate in Industrial and Organizational PsychologyCPPC - Certificate in Pastoral CounselingCPSP - Certificate in Sport Psychology

Degrees

AALS - Associate of Arts in Liberal StudiesBBA - Bachelor of Business AdministrationBAS - Bachelor of Applied ScienceBSCJ - Bachelor of Science in Criminal JusticeMBA - Master of Business AdministrationMSLEEL - Master of Science in Law Enforcement Executive LeadershipDBA - Doctor of Business Administration

Post-Baccalaureate Certificates

CBFM - Certificate in Financial ManagementCBHCS - Certificate in Health Care ServicesCBHR - Certificate in Human Resource ManagementCBIB - Certificate in International BusinessCBM - Certificate in ManagementCBPM - Certificate in Project Management

Degrees

MSL - Master of Science in LawJD - Juris Doctor

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Admission RequirementsAssociate Degree

• A high school diploma, or a GED, or successful completion of approved postsecondary work.

• A total of 60 semester credits. A maximum of 45 semester credits in transfer.

• A minimum of 15 semester credits must be completed at CalSouthern.• A CGPA of “C” (2.0) or higher.

Bachelor’s Degrees• A high school diploma, or a GED, or successful completion of approved • postsecondary work.• A total of 120 semester credits. A maximum of 90 semester credits in

transfer.• A minimum of 30 units must be completed through CalSouthern.• A minimum of 30 semester units must be in general education.• A CGPA of “C” (2.0) or higher.

Master’s Degrees• A bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited postsecondary

institution.• The MBA, MSL and MSLEEL degrees require 36 graduate semester credits

completed beyond a bachelor’s degree.• The MS in Psychology degree requires 42 graduate semester credits

beyond a bachelor’s degree.• The MA in Psychology degree requires 62 graduate semester credits

beyond a bachelor’s degree.• A maximum of 6 credits can be transferred toward the MS, MSL and MBA.• A CGPA of “B” (3.0) or higher.

Doctoral Degrees• A master’s degree in the field of study or a related field from an

appropriately accredited postsecondary institution.• The DBA requires a total of 60 graduate semester credits and the PsyD

requires a total of 66 graduate semester credits beyond a master’s degree.• A maximum of 9 credits can be transferred toward the DBA and PsyD. • A CGPA of “B” (3.0) or higher.

Juris Doctor Degree• A bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited postsecondary

institution.• The Juris Doctor program requires a minimum of 88 semester credits.• A CGPA of “C” (2.0) or higher.

Many CalSouthern degree programs accept prior academic credits in transfer which will count towards your degree.

All prior coursework completed will be evaluated to ensure that you are credited for all possible transfer credits.

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Freddie Williams, MA, RASSchool of Behavioral Sciences California

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Having overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges—addiction, poverty, homeless-ness, an abusive father, incarceration and HIV infection—Freddie is now a leader in his community, working in addiction counseling, HIV education and prevention, as well as life skills training.

A skilled clinician, he has served on numerous boards and is a sought-after motivational speaker. Freddie is enrolled in CalSouthern’s PsyD program, and is developing an innovative treatment for recovering addicts.

California Southern University’s School of Behavioral Sciences offers a variety of psychology degrees to meet your educational and career needs, whether you’ve only recently developed an interest in psychology or you’re a seasoned practitioner looking to obtain your doctorate.

At the undergraduate level, the BA in psychology is a well-rounded degree that’s perfectly suited for a wide variety of careers or graduate school options. It provides a comprehensive foundational education with an emphasis on science and human behavior. The research and oral and written communication skills you’ll develop will pay dividends throughout your professional life.

The MA program is the degree track for those who are drawn to helping people with emotional or relationships issues—it’s the most direct path to licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of California. The MS program provides options to concentrate your studies in psychological disciplines such as chemical dependency and compulsive disorders, pastoral counseling, organizational psychology, sports psychology, and general psychology.

On the doctoral level, CalSouthern offers the Doctor of Psychology. The PsyD differs from a PhD in that it is an applied degree, clinically focused, designed for those inclined toward counseling, therapy, and clinical work, rather than research and academics.

CalSouthern also offers a variety of online certificate programs in popular or emerging psychology disciplines such as sports psychology, alcoholism and chemical dependency, organizational psychology, and pastoral counseling. The coursework is graduate-level, and a bachelor’s degree is required to participate in the program. However, that degree need not be in psychology, so anyone with a bachelor’s and an interest in the subject matter can enroll. The certificate programs can be used to position yourself for career advancement, for personal satisfaction, or as a way to “test the waters” of CalSouthern’s graduate school programs—the credits you earn while completing the certificate program may be applied to your master’s degree.


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The graduate school experience is one of the most exciting and awe-inspiring journeys of a lifetime! At the CalSouthern School of Behavioral Sciences, we pride ourselves in providing a close-knit community of staff and experienced faculty to help you become a success in your chosen field anywhere throughout the world. This collaborative learning environment serves as a catalyst for professional growth and innovation within your chosen field of study be it in psychology, marriage and family therapy, pastoral counseling, sports psychology, chemical dependency or industrial psychology. We pride ourselves in providing a rich and dynamic learning environment while providing the freedom and flexibility to meet the ever changing demands and time constraints you face while pursuing your education.

Our faculty in the School of Behavioral Sciences are distinguished scholars and practitioners who have the first-hand experience in influencing and changing human behavior. The faculty are personally interested in helping their learners achieve academic success and career advancement in their respective professions and are committed to helping their learners achieve academic excellence. Learners will learn not only theory, but more importantly, how to apply this knowledge to real-world situations. This knowledge coupled with the interaction between faculty and learners is a crucial element in your educational journey.

CalSouthern takes pride in the success of our graduates as they fulfill their hopes and dreams and make a real impact upon individual lives and the lives of those within their communities. Whatever your desired goal, in whatever part of the world you may be, CalSouthern is dedicated to helping you succeed in your educational goals.

CalSouthern has built a strong reputation for the quality of course content and the ability of the program to meet the needs of practitioners today.

Many master’s program graduates return to complete their doctorate at CalSouthern while continuing to work.

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The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in psychology has been one of the nation’s most popular undergraduate degrees for decades—and for good reason. It’s a wonderfully balanced degree that imparts knowledge and skills well-suited for a wide variety of careers and graduate-school options. It gives students a well-rounded grounding in science and human behavior. It requires higher-order reasoning, as well as an ability to read and synthesize complex information effectively, and it hones students’ oral and written communication skills.

CalSouthern’s BA program combines 30 credit hours of general education courses with 24 credit hours of required psychology courses, 21 credit hours of psychology-related elective courses and 45 credits of general elective coursework. Graduates will have a broad-based exposure to the humanities, mathematics, and the natural and social sciences. In addition, they will have conducted an in-depth and multi-faceted exploration of psychology, from abnormal psychology, human development and cognition, to behavior modification, the psychology of human sexuality, and marriage and family issues.

Students in the BA program will benefit from all of CalSouthern’s educational resources, including a proprietary online learning platform that is sophisticated and robust, but extremely intuitive and easy to learn. Office 365 is offered at no additional charge and provides access to popular Microsoft Office applications at any time, on virtually any device.

Students also enjoy a state-of-the-art online library with access to many of the most popular and robust article databases, thousands of full-text e-books, more than 400 hours of video devoted to psychotherapy, and a wealth of research and writing tools. An American Library Association-accredited librarian is on staff to help you find everything you need. And the faculty in CalSouthern’s School of Behavioral Sciences is comprised of dedicated educators who are also skilled practitioners in the areas in which they teach. They get to know their students, making their education experience as relevant to their career goals as possible.

BA CreditsRequired to complete: 120

Accepted in transfer: 90

“CalSouthern was a great find and a perfect match for my hectic schedule. I was attracted to CalSouthern because of their convenient program and available resources. My mentors were so encouraging, and you can’t beat the help available at the CalSouthern library!

I graduated magna cum laude, with a bachelor’s in psychology. I am extremely pleased with the progress I have made and am now enrolled in CalSouthern’s Master of Arts in Psychology program. My next step? Why of course, it will be CalSouthern’s doctorate program. Let’s just say, CalSouthern and I are a good fit!”

Kelly Hamilton, BA School of Behavioral Sciences California

BA | BACHELOR OF ARTS IN PSYCHOLOGY



CalSouthern’s Master of Arts in Psychology (MA) degree is ideally suited for those students interested in pursuing a career in marriage and family therapy or as a licensed professional clinical counselor. The program satisfies the educational requirements for licensure (as an MFT or professional clinical counselor) in the state of California.

The curriculum in CalSouthern’s MA program is well-rounded, robust and very practical. Students will take a comprehensive selection of core courses on topics ranging from counseling theories to trauma, marriage and family systems, psychopathology, chemical dependency, human sexuality and much more. In addition, students will gain exposure to a variety of psychotherapeutic techniques and hone the personal qualities that are essential to effective therapeutic practice.

Integrated with the curriculum is the Taylor Study Method, an innovative and time-proven learning system will helps students better synthesize and retain the material, and which can provide valuable, early-stage preparation for licensing examinations, as well. It’s an extremely valuable learning resource.

Students will gain additional therapeutic experience in the program’s practicum courses. Also, while in the practicum courses, students will be able to share these experiences—and gain from those shared by fellow students—in web conferences facilitated by CalSouthern’s director of clinical training. Students can also interact with and ask questions of renowned scholars, authors and practitioners by attending—virtually or in person—CalSouthern’s acclaimed Master Lecture Series.

The faculty in CalSouthern’s MA program are not only gifted educators, they are experienced and skilled practitioners in the areas in which they teach. They will work with you one-on-one to apply the knowledge and skills you learn to real-world therapeutic scenarios.

MA CreditsRequired to complete: 62


California Board of Behavioral SciencesThe Board of Behavioral Sciences in the State of California accepts California Southern University’s Master of Arts in Psychology (MA) degree as meeting the educational requirements for licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) in California as well as for licensure as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in California. Persons interested in licensure are advised to contact the Board of Behavioral Sciences in Sacramento, California to obtain a complete listing of all requirements for licensure.

If you are interested in pursuing licensure in any other state, please contact the local licensing board/s for the current requirements in each state. California Southern University is regionally accredited.

MA | MASTER OF ARTS IN PSYCHOLOGY

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CalSouthern’s Master of Science in Psychology (MS) degree program is designed to provide the strongest and most comprehensive foundation in the study of psychology. Whether you already have a background in mental health and are looking to broaden your skill set or you’re simply interested in studying psychology on a post-graduate level, it’s an excellent degree choice. The MS is also a stepping-stone to CalSouthern’s PsyD program, which satisfies the educational requirements for licensure as a clinical psychologist in California.

Upon completion of five core courses, students in the MS program can focus their studies with a concentration in general psychology, sports psychology, chemical dependency and compulsive disorders, industrial psychology or pastoral counseling. Or, if they prefer, they can choose courses of interest from a variety of these sub-disciplines. Integrated with the curriculum is the Taylor Study Method, an innovative and time-proven learning system that helps students better synthesize and retain the material—it’s an extremely valuable learning tool.

Additional resources available to MS students include CalSouthern’s state-of-the-art online library. The library provides access to a collection of the most robust and comprehensive article databases available in psychology today. You will also find more than 400 hours of therapy and counseling video, writing and citation tools, and much more, including an American Library Association-certified librarian to help you with your research.

Another resource is CalSouthern’s acclaimed Master Lecture Series, which gives students the opportunity to ask questions of and interact with—virtually or in person—nationally recognized scholars, authors and practitioners. You can also view dozens of past lectures in our online archive.

MS CreditsRequired to complete: 42


MS Areas of Concentration• General Psychology

• Pastoral Counseling

• Chemical Dependency and Compulsive Disorders

• Industrial/Organizational Psychology

• Sport Psychology

MS | MASTER OF SCIENCE IN PSYCHOLOGY



PsyD CreditsRequired to complete: 66


California Board of Psychology The Board of Psychology of the State of California accepts California Southern University’s Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree as meeting the educational requirements for licensure as a psychologist in California. Persons interested in licensure are advised to contact the Board of Psychology in Sacramento, California to determine what other requirements may exist for licensure.

If you are interested in pursuing licensure in any other state, please contact the local licensing board/s for the current requirements in each state. California Southern University is regionally accredited.

CalSouthern’s Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree program is the university’s most popular, attracting students from around the nation and around the world. Unlike the PhD that is primarily focused on research and scholarly publication, the PsyD is an applied degree that is clinically focused. It emphasizes the practical knowledge and skills required to be an effective therapist or counselor, with a curriculum that is as comprehensive as it is practical.

CalSouthern’s PsyD also meets the educational requirements for licensure in the state of California as a clinical psychologist, and numerous CalSouthern graduates have been successful in obtaining licensure via the PsyD program.

The curriculum is continuously updated and combines a comprehensive selection of foundational courses with a wide selection of elective subjects that emphasizes the service orientation of a professional clinical degree. Integrated with the curriculum is the Taylor Study Method, an innovative and time-proven learning system that helps students better synthesize and retain the material, as well as provides valuable, early-stage preparation for licensing examinations.

Practicum courses give students supervised clinical experience. In addition, while in the practicum courses, students will be able to share these experiences—and gain from those shared by fellow students’—in web conferences facilitated by CalSouthern’s director of clinical training. Students can also interact with and ask questions of renowned scholars, authors and practitioners by attending—virtually or in person—CalSouthern’s acclaimed Master Lecture Series.

The PsyD program culminates in the doctoral project. It’s a true capstone to a student’s academic journey, providing the opportunity to study—in great depth—the topic within psychology about which the student is most passionate. It is one of the most challenging and personally rewarding academic pursuits a student can undertake.

PsyD | DOCTOR OF PSYCHOLOGY

“I have a very specialized, unique area of interest: changing our penal system in the United States, focusing on restorative justice and inmate self-education. I often was given the flexibility to focus elements of my work—and certainly my doctoral project—on this topic. In most cases, I wasn’t forced to digest material or perform activities that meant little to my career.

Almost everything I did enhanced my ability to become an authority in the field that I have chosen. I think this is a true rarity in education.” Julie Myers, PsyD School of Behavioral Sciences California

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School of BusinessCalSouthern’s School of Business offers a wide variety of online business degree programs to help you grow in your career and achieve your educational goals. From the associate through the doctoral level, CalSouthern offers degrees with a robust curriculum that is constantly revised to meet the demands of today’s rapidly evolving business landscape.

Whether you choose to focus your studies on management, international business, finance, criminal justice, accounting, or any of a wealth of other exciting and in-demand fields, you can find a business degree or certificate program for you. Courses are taught by a faculty comprised of experts who are both talented instructors and leaders in their respective fields. Responsive and dedicated to your success, they will mentor you on a one-on-one basis as you work through your program.

We encourage you to explore CalSouthern’s School of Business. Get to know the business leaders who will be your faculty mentors. Review the courses offered in our associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs, as well as our post-baccalaureate certificate programs in management, financial management, human resources management, international business and project management. We’re confident you’ll find that CalSouthern’s School of Business offers current, cutting-edge courses, taught by real-world business leaders, and that we measure our performance solely by your success and achievement.

As a CalSouthern Learner, you have many advantages. These include a variety of courses and degree programs, experienced, highly credentialed faculty, personalized academic advising, and a staff whose sole responsibility is to help you succeed. All of this is yours from the comfort of your home.

In our rapidly changing world, a goal of education is to learn how to learn – to become prepared for a lifetime of learning experiences. Here you will find the preparation you need to succeed. At CalSouthern you will encounter a different approach to education: A Learner-centered focus coupled with courses that provide learners with the opportunity to achieve an in-depth, highly focused education in a variety of fields and specializations.

The faculty and staff of the School of Business join me in welcoming you to the university and wishing you well in your academic endeavors.

Gregory Herbert, EdD, Lt Col, USAF (Ret)Dean

School of Business


CalSouthern’s Associate of Arts in Liberal Studies (AALS) degree program provides an outstanding foundation for a wide variety of academic and professional goals. It’s a well-rounded and versatile program that emphasizes general studies and the liberal arts. Students will develop critical reading and analytical abilities while honing their written and verbal communications skills—all of which are invaluable to virtually any profession and also essential for students who decide to advance their education with additional degrees.

The curriculum in the AALS program is quite comprehensive. Students will take courses in English, mathematics, and the natural and social sciences. It’s a personally rewarding program that will broaden students’ world views while enriching their lives. Students are provided Office 365 at no additional charge, with access to Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and other popular Microsoft Office applications. Since it’s a cloud-based solution, students can access these applications at any time, from virtually any device—all that’s needed is an Internet connection. Not only is it a great academic resource that will help students more efficiently complete their coursework, it’s a great opportunity to develop expertise and familiarity with the world’s most widely used business software.

The AALS is taught by a talented, highly credentialed faculty comprised of experienced professionals in their fields as well as dedicated educators. It’s also a degree that is designed to be the perfect stepping-stone to CalSouthern’s bachelor’s degrees in business, psychology, criminal justice and applied science.

AALS CreditsRequired to complete: 60


AALS | ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN LIBERAL STUDIES

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CalSouthern’s Bachelor of Applied Science is designed for those who have accumulated college course credits but, due to life circumstances, have never completed their degree. The program is structured to maximize the value of your transfer credits, whether they were earned at another university or through programs that offer college credit for professional or military training and experience, such as CLEP, DSST/DANTES or ACE CREDIT. Up to 90 credits can be accepted in transfer, which will have you well on your way to finally completing your degree.

The BAS’s required core courses provide a well-rounded business curriculum. Students can build on this foundation by choosing elective courses that focus their studies in subject areas such as management, accounting, human resources, leadership, marketing or international business, among others. You’ll learn from dedicated educators who are also experienced business professionals. They will work with you one-on-one to help you apply what you’ve learned to solve real-world issues, using both your coursework and life experience.

BAS CreditsRequired to complete: 120


BAS | BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE



CalSouthern’s Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to succeed in today’s demanding, competitive and technology-driven business environment. Students will gain a well-rounded academic foundation in business administration and management, appropriate for organizations of any size, across any business sector.

Students in the BBA program will take a comprehensive selection of core courses comprised of essential business subjects including marketing, accounting, basic business law, finance, business communications and principles of management, among others. Upon completion of the core curriculum, students can focus their studies with a concentration in marketing, leadership, human resources, management, accounting or international business. Or, students can choose elective courses from a combination of these disciplines, as their interests dictate.

CalSouthern’s BBA program is as practical as it is academically robust. Faculty—experienced business professionals as well as highly credentialed educators—work with students one-on-one to help them apply current business theory to solve real-world business challenges in today’s increasingly complex global economy.

BBA CreditsRequired to complete: 120


BBA Areas of Concentration• Accounting

• Criminal Justice

• Human Resource Management

• International Business

• Leadership

• Entrepreneurship

• Management

BBA | BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

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Criminal justice is a fascinating and technology-driven field that presents students with an increasing number and variety of career opportunities. The comprehensive curriculum of CalSouthern’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (BSCJ) degree is well-suited for students whose interests range from law enforcement (local or federal), to forensics and crime scene investigation, the legal system, corrections, security or private investigative work, among many other areas of specialty.

CalSouthern’s BSCJ includes coursework covering fundamentals such as legal procedure, principles of investigation and criminal law, but also incorporates specialized topics at the cutting-edge of the field, including digital crime, terrorism response and homeland security. Elective courses allow you to explore subjects including social and forensic psychology, substance abuse and organized and white-collar crime.

One of the distinguishing aspects of CalSouthern’s criminal justice degree program is that it is taught by a faculty comprised of mentors who are leading practitioners as well as gifted educators. They’ll work with you to apply the course material to real-world cases and scenarios. They’ll get to know you and help you relate the coursework to your particular interests and goals, showing you how to best utilize your life and professional experiences as well as your preferred learning style.

BSCJ CreditsRequired to complete: 120


BSCJ | BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE



The CalSouthern Master of Science in Law Enforcement Executive Leadership (MSLEEL) is a first-of-its kind degree that is designed to provide law enforcement professionals with the highly specialized knowledge and practical skills required to rise to leadership positions in a 21st-century law enforcement organization.

CalSouthern administration worked closely with an advisory board comprised of police chiefs and other law enforcement executive leaders to develop a curriculum that reflects current trends and best practices in criminal justice. Courses include organizational communication, administrative policy, technology management, strategic organizational planning, budget development, homeland security, corrections management, ethics and cultural competency, among others.

CalSouthern’s Department of Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement is comprised of dedicated educators who are also experienced law enforcement professionals. This helps ensure that your education is both robust and practical.

Students in the MSLEEL program are provided Office 365 at no additional charge, giving them access to Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and other popular Microsoft Office applications. Since it’s a cloud-based solution, students can access these applications at any time, from virtually any device—all that’s needed is an Internet connection. Not only is it a great academic resource that will help students more efficiently complete their coursework, it’s a great opportunity to develop expertise and familiarity with software and productivity tools commonly used in today’s law enforcement organizations.

MSLEEL CreditsRequired to complete: 36


MSLEEL | MASTER OF SCIENCE IN LAW ENFORCEMENT EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

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DBA | DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

CalSouthern’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree program is designed to prepare students for leadership positions in organizations of all sizes and across all business sectors. In addition to a mastery of fundamental business principles, students will develop the ability to devise strategies and implement them across business operations, in addition to honing their communications and leadership skills.

At CalSouthern, students can customize their MBA program according to their interests: students can concentrate their studies in management, finance, international business, healthcare administration, project management or human resources. Or, they can design their own program around their prior education, work experience and career goals by taking a variety of elective courses from two or more of the above specialties.

In addition to the knowledge and practical, actionable skills students will learn, CalSouthern’s MBA program will help them develop higher-order critical thinking skills, an ability to establish strategies and manage their implementation across business operations, an understanding of how to apply technical tools to identify and address challenges, and an appreciation of professional ethics. Students will also fine-tune their written and verbal professional communication skills. These are tools and abilities that will pay incalculable dividends for the rest of one’s professional life.

MBA CreditsRequired to complete: 36


MBA Areas of Concentration• Financial Management

• Healthcare Administration

• Human Resources Management

• International Business

• Management

• Project Management

• Strategic Leadership

MBA | MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION




DBA | DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

The CalSouthern Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) degree is designed to give working professionals the advanced business knowledge and practical skills required of senior leadership in today’s complex, globalized and technologically driven business world. Students often enroll in the DBA program to prepare themselves for a leadership position in their current organization, to make a career change or to start a business of their own. It’s a great opportunity for MBAs and others to gain additional business expertise at the highest academic level and to distinguish themselves from the competition in a challenging job market.

CalSouthern’s DBA program is unique in that it is both comprehensive and specialized. Required core courses give students a very broad-based business education at the highest academic level. However, more than 20 percent of the program is devoted to a doctoral project that allows students to dive deeply into a topic of their choosing that is of special interest to them. It is one of the richest and most personally rewarding academic challenges a student can undertake—and can establish graduates as a bona fide expert in their field of study.

The faculty in the DBA program are gifted, highly credentialed (all DBA faculty have doctoral degrees) educators who are also experienced professionals in their areas of expertise. CalSouthern’s lectures enable students to learn from and interact with thought leaders from iconic companies like Oracle, Marriott and IBM. Students can attend these lectures live, either in person at CalSouthern’s campus or via streaming video. Students also can watch videos of past lectures on-demand.

DBA CreditsRequired to complete: 60


“My strongest memories of my experience at CalSouthern involve the process of completing my doctoral project. Friends and associates had told me horror stories about doctoral project committees and the defense of the project. But my committee chair was terrific. I met every Friday for one to two hours with her, and occasionally on Saturdays, as well.

She put so much effort and so much of her time into guiding and encouraging me through the process. Other members of the committee were extremely helpful in honing my writing. I wasn’t out there by myself. I had people to support me the whole way.”

Benjamin Valdez, DBASchool of BusinessColorado

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Welcome to the California Southern University School of Law. CalSouthern has been providing non-traditional educational opportunities in law since 1994. Because we offer a distance-learning program of study, you can earn your law degree while keeping up with family and work obligations. This flexibility makes legal education available to applicants who meet our admissions criteria and have the drive and commitment to succeed. Our affordable tuition ensures that you won’t have to take out tens of thousands of dollars in educational debt in order to realize your dream of becoming a lawyer in California.

As a CalSouthern law student, you will enjoy a level of personal attention that is all too rare in higher education. Our superb faculty of licensed attorneys provides learners with detailed individual feedback on all of their work. All assignments, projects, and examinations are evaluated and graded by our attorney professors.

Our program places emphasis on the skills needed to successfully pass both the California First Year Law Students’ Examination and the California Bar Examination. Our JD program emphasizes legal writing throughout the entire first year of law study. Courses challenge you to think critically, to apply the law to facts, and to clearly communicate – all crucial skills for anyone with a legal education.

California Southern University’s online law degree programs are designed to be flexible and convenient, accommodating the busy schedules of the mature, non-traditional, working student. Students can study at their own pace, without compromising their personal and professional obligations. With monthly course starts, you can begin working toward your law degree immediately.

But don’t confuse “flexible and convenient” with “easy.” CalSouthern’s online law degree programs are challenging and academically rigorous. You’ll be using the same legal case books and materials as those used at brick-and-mortar law schools across the country.

At CalSouthern, you won’t be alone. You’ll have the support of the law school faculty, administration, and staff every step of the way. Even the deans will be available to provide guidance and encouragement. It’s what distinguishes CalSouthern from other law schools and it’s something we take great pride in. We have a long-standing tradition of judging our performance by your satisfaction and your success.

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Bernadette M. Agaton, JDDean

School of Law




CalSouthern’s Master of Science in Law (MSL) is a unique and innovative degree program designed for those interested in a master’s-level study of law, but who are not interested in practicing law as an attorney. It appeals to a wide variety of adult learners, from business executives seeking an advanced knowledge of law to better manage a corporate legal team, to aspiring entrepreneurs looking to properly structure and launch a business or to those looking to build a career in law in areas such as litigation support. It also may be an excellent degree choice for human resources professionals, policy makers or law office administrators.

Students in CalSouthern’s MSL program will study many of the subjects that make up the core curriculum of law school study, including torts, contracts, criminal and constitutional law, business associations and property. Other areas of study include immigration law, wills, trusts and estates, international law and intellectual property. It’s a rigorous, challenging and extremely enriching curriculum that provides a comprehensive, graduate-level understanding of law.

Students will be mentored by faculty who are experienced, responsive law professors, as well as practicing attorneys and experts in their fields. They will utilize their real-world experience as they help students apply what they learn to real-world legal issues and factual scenarios.

The MSL does not qualify graduates to sit for the California Bar Examination.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN LAW DISCLOSUREThe method of instruction at this law school for professional law degree programs other than for the Juris Doctor degree is principally by correspondence.

Completion of a professional law degree program at this law school other than for the Juris Doctor degree does not qualify a student to take the California Bar Examination or to satisfy the requirements for admission to practice law in California. It may not qualify a student to take the bar examination or to satisfy the requirements for admission to the practice of law in any other jurisdiction. A student intending to seek admission to practice law should contact the admitting authority in the jurisdictions where the student intends to seek to qualify to sit for the bar examination or for admission to practice for information regarding the legal education requirements in that jurisdiction for admission to the practice of law.

End of Required Disclosure.

Please note that although the MSL program at CalSouthern School of Law is an entirely online program, the Committee of Bar Examiners defines a distance-learning law school as one that “conducts instruction and provides interactive classes principally by technological means.” Although all instruction is conducted online, CalSouthern School of Law does not offer interactive classes and is therefore categorized as a correspondence law school by the Committee of Bar Examiners.

MSL CreditsRequired to complete: 36


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CalSouthern’s Juris Doctor (JD) degree provides the convenience and flexibility required by busy, working professionals who wish to pursue a law degree and ultimately become a licensed attorney. Graduates of the program who have complied with Title 4, Division 1 of the Rules of the State Bar of California will be eligible to sit for the California Bar Examination.

The JD curriculum is extremely rigorous, with an emphasis placed on the development of effective analytical reasoning, as well as the cultivation of ethical responsibility. Required courses include contacts, torts, property, criminal and civil procedure, constitutional law and legal writing, among others. Included among the variety of elective course options are environmental law, domestic relations, real estate transactions and alternative dispute resolution.

Although the coursework is delivered 100-percent online via CalSouthern’s state-of-the-art learning platform, the curriculum is similar to that of traditional law schools. In fact, many of the casebooks and materials used in this program are also used in the nation’s most prestigious law schools. The courses and their sequencing have been chosen to meet the requirements of the Committee of Bar Examiners of the State Bar of California.

The CalSouthern JD faculty is comprised of dedicated, responsive educators who are also practicing attorneys with experience in the subjects which they teach. They work with students one-on-one to answer their questions and to apply concepts and legal principles to real-world factual scenarios.

CalSouthern’s Online Law Library has a wealth of study resources and research tools. Students have access to the legal community’s two most widely used subscription legal databases—Westlaw and LexisNexis—as well as guides for their use. There is a legal writing center, with a large collection of research, writing and citation tools. In addition, students are provided Office 365 at no additional charge.

“I would highly recommend CalSouthern and I have recommended it. But it has to be the right person. You need to be bright, self-motivated and willing to put in the work.“

JD CreditsRequired to complete: 88


Committee of Bar ExaminersThe Committee of Bar Examiners (CBE) of the State Bar of California has authorized registration of the California Southern University School of Law as an unaccredited correspondence law school, which enables graduates who have complied with the Admissions to sit for the California Bar Examination.

Method of Legal StudyCase analysis is the primary method of learning at most law schools and is the technique used at California Southern University School of Law.Students study from casebooks that contain actual cases selected to illustrate particular rules of law. Students often submit briefs of these cases, as they learn to apply the rule of law to the facts of a situation and reach a reasonable conclusion logically supported by the law.

JD | JURIS DOCTOR


JURIS DOCTOR DISCLOSUREThe following disclosure is required by the California Committee of Bar Examiners:

The method of instruction at this law school for the Juris Doctor (JD) degree program is principally by correspondence.

Students enrolled in the JD degree program at this law school who successfully complete the first year of law study must pass the First-Year Law Students’ Examination required by Business and Professions Code Section 6060(h) and Rule 4.55 of Title 4, Division 1, Chapter 5 of the Rules of the State Bar of California as part of the requirements to qualify to take the California Bar Examination. A student who passes the First-Year Law Students’ Examination within three (3) administrations of the examination after first becoming eligible to take it will receive credit for all legal studies completed to the time the examination is passed. A student who does not pass the examination within three (3) administrations of the examination after first becoming eligible to take it must be promptly disqualified from the law school’s JD degree program. If the dismissed student subsequently passes the examination, the student is eligible for re-enrollment in this law school’s JD program, but will receive credit for only one year of legal study.

Study at, or graduation from, this law school may not qualify a student to take the bar examination or to satisfy the requirements for admission to practice in jurisdictions other than California. A student intending to seek admission to practice law in a jurisdiction other than California should contact the admitting authority in that jurisdiction for information regarding the legal education requirements in that jurisdiction for admission to the practice of law. End of Disclosure.

* Under the California Committee of Bar Examiners’ rules, a “distance-learning law school” must require that students participate in not less than 135 hours of synchronous (live) interactive classes per year. Because so many CalSouthern learners reside in different time zones, work full time, and choose the flexibility of distance education, it would be an unreasonable hardship to require learners to be available on specific days and at specific times. Therefore, the university continues to offer a law program that does not require learners to participate in live classes and has elected to be classified as a “correspondence law school” under the rules of the California Committee of Bar Examiners, even though its programs are delivered entirely online. (It is important for learners to note that this classification has no bearing on a learner’s eligibility to sit for the California bar examination or admission to practice law in California.)


Personal Statement

1L Required CoursesLAW 5101 Introduction to Law

LAW 5111A Contracts I

LAW 5115 Criminal Law

LAW 5110A Torts I

LAW 5111B Contracts II

LAW 5120A Legal Writing I

LAW 5110B Torts II

LAW 5120B Legal Writing II

2L, 3L & 4L Required CoursesLAW 5117 Legal Research

LAW 5123 Constitutional Law I

LAW 5124 Constitutional Law II

LAW 5125 Property I

LAW 5126 Property II

LAW 5121 Civil Procedure

LAW 5116 Criminal Procedure

LAW 5134 Professional Responsibility

LAW 5131 Wills, Trusts and Estates

LAW 5133 Business Associations

LAW 5141 Remedies

LAW 5135 Evidence

LAW 5132 Community Property

LAW 5143 Uniform Commercial Code

3L & 4L Elective CoursesLAW 5142 Federal Income Taxation

LAW 5144 Corporate Taxation

LAW 5157 Environmental Law

LAW 5158 Domestic Relations

LAW 5167 Alternative Dispute Resolution

LAW 5171 Real Estate Transactions

LAW 5198 Legal Externship (3-4 Units)

LAW 5199 Research Project (1-4 Units)

JD CoursesAs an applicant to the JD program, you must submit a Personal Statement discussing the ways in which your background, education, and professional experiences prepare you for the study of law and the ways in which your personal qualities will contribute to your success as a distance learner.

The Admissions Committee will use your Personal Statement to assess your writing ability, your readiness to pursue a law degree, and your potential for success as a student at California Southern University School of Law. The Personal Statement is an important evaluative component of the admission process. Personal Statements should be one to two pages in length and double spaced. Applications will not be considered complete until the Personal Statement has been submitted.

Transfer Applicants

California Southern University welcomes transfer learners from other law schools in accordance with the standards of the California Committee of Bar Examiners.

Applicants seeking advanced standing should have an official transcript of all previous law study submitted with the Application for Admission. An applicant who wishes to be admitted to the School of Law as a transfer student and who is studying for the California Bar Examination, must obtain from the Committee of Bar Examiners within 60 days of admission an Evaluation of Law Study Completed and Contemplated. (This evaluation examines past law study and the courses proposed to be taken at CalSouthern and determines whether this combined work will meet the requirements of the Committee of Bar Examiners).

California Southern University will assist transfer learners in the preparation of a proposed plan of study. A maximum of two years of transfer credit may be awarded. Official transcripts must be submitted to and accepted by the university, showing units from postsecondary institutions or law schools relied upon by the university for admission, showing the bachelor’s degree or equivalent, and any law school transfer units accepted toward the degree.

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Academic Support

As technology advances and new electronic tools become available, CalSouthern will remain at the forefront of online education, providing our learners with everything they need to make the most of their online learning experience.

CalSouthern is a leader in information technology and has invested heavily in a cutting-edge online learning infrastructure that makes our courses and programs accessible to anyone connected to the Internet.

While we strive to provide the best technological resources available, we also recognize the importance of personal communication, so our academic support team is available to assist you every step of the way.

At CalSouthern, when you need help, you will not be talking to an automated phone system, or stuck on hold waiting for service. Once enrolled you will be assigned an academic advisor who is available to help you by phone and email and will assist you with any questions you may have during and after your enrollment.

“From initial enrollment through degree completion, the process was made simple. I enjoyed each course tremendously, and I am forever changed. All of the instructors are absolutely first rate, and all brought meaningful real world experience to the table. I have gained lifelong friends through CalSouthern, and I certainly have gained a tremendous amount of knowledge and tools that I can apply to my career. Ultimately, I completed my Bachelor’s in Business Administration. I have since been working in sales management and business development, with opportunities to grow further perhaps through consulting work, or other opportunities.

My experience was so productive, I have returned to work through my MBA! My focus will be on international business. Many thanks to all the wonderful people at CalSouthern. I am so proud to be a graduate of CalSouthern, and I am proud to be continuing my education as I work toward my MBA!”

Darrell Allin , BBASchool of Business Texas

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Congratulations on making the decision to earn your degree!

Everyone here at CalSouthern is dedicated to supporting you as you pursue the degree of your choice. For more than 36 years we have helped thousands of learners achieve personal and professional success and we look forward to providing you with an education that will enhance your life, long after you graduate.

Call or email us today - your future awaits! We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to the CalSouthern family.

We are committed to your success!

CalSouthern GraduationCalSouthern’s commencement ceremony marks the high point of the university’s academic calendar. It’s truly a joyous, momentous, and inspirational event.

Graduates travel to Southern California from across the country and around the world. Many linger for several days, taking the opportunity to enjoy the local beaches and attractions or to visit nearby Los Angeles or San Diego.

In the days leading up to the ceremony, many graduates and their families stop by CalSouthern’s Irvine campus, visiting with their academic advisors and support staff they have worked so closely with throughout their academic program.

On graduation day, graduates have ample opportunity to spend time with CalSouthern faculty and to visit with their fellow learners that they have come to know over the course of their academic journey. The ceremony itself is always a moving event, with inspirational and celebratory speeches from University President Dr. Caroll Ryan, student representatives from the graduating class, as well as respected and acclaimed keynote speakers.

The highlight, however, is the opportunity for graduates to walk across the stage individually—as their family and friends are publicly acknowledged—and shake the hands of their deans and President Ryan, with a commemorative medal and/or doctoral hood presented to them in honor of this tremendous academic achievement .

It is a moment that you will never forget, and a fitting culmination of a challenging yet supremely rewarding academic journey.

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Since CalSouthern accepts learners on a continuous enrollment basis, you can submit your application for admission at any time during the calendar year. Getting the process started is easy!

Our helpful enrollment advisors can answer all your questions, simply call 800.477.2254.

When you are ready to get started, you can submit your application for admission online any time at https://apply.calsouthern.edu.

Simply login to the site using your email and PIN to begin your Enrollment Application. If you are not able to fully complete your application, simply save your info and log in later to resume the application process. Once your application is complete, we will evaluate your academic records. After your enrollment is finalized, your courses will begin as early as the first day of the following month. Your academic advisor will guide you through the first steps of your specific degree program and will always be available to help you throughout your entire program.

Welcome to California Southern University! You are on your way to making your dreams a reality.

Take the first step

William Bassham, PsyD School of Behavioral Sciences California

AdmissionsOur knowledgeable team of enrollment advisors are experts in the educational field with many years of experience, and can provide valuable information, specific to your educational goals and needs.

The primary focus of our enrollment advisors is to provide you with all the information you need to make an informed decision about your educational options. We know there is an ever-increasing number of higher learning institutions to choose from, and we are certain that after careful evaluation of our university, and the many advantages and unique courses we offer, that you will feel confident about your decision to choose CalSouthern.

We welcome you to give us a call today, so we can discuss your educational goals and answer any additional questions you may have regarding our university and the programs we offer.

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Connect with CalSouthernCalSouthern’s enrollment advisors are only a phone call away! They are committed to ensuring that you have all the information you need to make an informed decision. Call today to explore your educational options and discover the CalSouthern difference.

Toll-Free: 800.477.2254 Local: 714.882.7800 Email: [email protected]

We welcome you to visit our website to learn more about what makes CalSouthern unique. Get to know CalSouthern’s faculty—gifted educators and experienced and talented mental health care practitioners—and read profiles of our alumni. Familiarize yourself with the supportive and collegial academic environment that makes CalSouthern so distinct from other online institutions. Faculty, administration, and staff are accessible and eager to provide you with all the tools and support you need. We measure ourselves by your satisfaction and success.

California Southern University’s administrative and academic offices are located in beautiful Orange County, at 930 Roosevelt, in the city of Irvine, California. Conveniently located along the 5 freeway at Jeffrey road in the center of the Jeffrey Office Campus, CalSouthern is within minutes of downtown Irvine and Newport Beach. The local domestic airport is John Wayne (SNA) Airport, which sits on the border of Newport and Santa Ana and is a short 10 minute drive from our campus and graduation hall. For international learners and graduates, Los Angeles International (LAX) Airport is 45 minutes away.

If you are in Southern California and would like to stop by, or if you are in the area on holiday or to attend the annual CalSouthern commencement ceremony, you are welcome to visit our facilities to meet with the on-site staff during normal business hours. Please call in advance of your visit to set up an appointment.

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