Application Instructions

We highly recommend that you print this page before proceeding!!

You can apply for financial aid immediately, even before you are accepted, by completing the Free Application for Federal Financial Aid by clicking here.  Our FAFSA SchoolCode is 003316.  This application process DOES NOT include your application for financial aid. Please go to the California University Financial Aid Department Website for all of your Financial Aid needs.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis for the Sport Management - Wellness & Fitness Track.  It is recommended that you apply ASAP for the semester you wish to begin.

The application process can be completed in three easy steps by following the directions below:

Step 1:

If you do not currently possess an associate or bachelors degree, you will need to have an official SEALED copy of your High School transcripts. The transcript must be sealed by your High School or it cannot be accepted.

If you have completed any previous college coursework, you need to immediately request your undergraduate transcripts for all college courses completed.  This step is a must and should be done immediately upon applying.

Please have all transcripts mailed to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at the address below:

Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Box #94
Attn: BS in Sport Management - Wellness and Fitness Track
California University of PA
250 University Ave.
California, PA 15419

Step 2:

Complete the online application.  The program you are applying to is listed as Sport Management Studies - Wellness and Fitness Online:

• When you login to the online application for the first time, you will be requested to enter your social security number (9 digit number with no dashes).  You will then be asked to enter a PIN number.  If this is your first time on the application site, you will be asked to create an account with a six digit PIN number (some people use their six digit birthdate without dashes or slashes (Ex: 123085 would be the pin for a Dec. 30, 1985 birthday).  If you have visited the application page previously and are asked to enter a PIN number, but you forget the PIN number, you can call (888)412-0479 or (742)938-4404 OR e-mail ugadmissions@cup.edu to have the PIN number reset.
• Be sure to select 'Freshman or Transfer' under application type.
• Select the term you are applying for.
• Your Intended Major is 'Sport Management Studies-Fitness and Wellness Online:
• Location is 'Global Online'.
• Select 'Full Time' student.
• Fill in all required fields and closely follow the instructions. Complete the online application by clicking here.

The application fee ($25 US) can be paid online via credit card or by check.  If paid by check, make check out to: California University of Pennsylvania and mail to:

Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Box #94
Attn: BS in Sport Management-Fitness and Wellness Track
California University of PA
250 University Ave.
California, PA 15419

Step 3:

In addition to the online application, forward the following information (see Cover Letter below) via an E-mail attachment (Word Format) to the e-mail address listed below:

 bsfitness@calu.edu

• Cover letter (describe interest in the program, current job title and responsibilities, and any other relevant information)