Admissions Requirements
College Unbound offers a streamlined admissions process to make earning your degree as simple as possible.
To apply to CU, you need:
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A High School Diploma or Equivalent
(GED, HiSET, etc.).
2
Some College Experience (Optional):
While not required, CU is ideal for students with previous college credits who want to complete their bachelor’s degree.
3
A Commitment to Learning: CU is designed for adult learners ready to pursue their goals, lead change, and apply their lived experiences to their education.
No standardized test scores are required—CU values your experience, passion, and potential over exams.
Application Process
Submit Your Application
Complete the [online application form]—it takes less than 15 minutes. Did we mention there’s no admissions fee?
Share some basic information about your background, work experience, and goals.
Connect with Admissions
Once you submit your application, a CU Community Ambassador will contact you to discuss your goals, answer questions, and help you take the next steps.
Submit
Transcripts
Provide official or unofficial transcripts from any prior college coursework or your high school diploma/GED. CU will evaluate previous credits and work with you to ensure your learning counts. Need help locating documentation to enroll? CU offers support to help you gather the required paperwork.
Enroll and Begin Your Journey
Once accepted, you’ll attend an orientation to meet your cohort, faculty, and advisors.
Financial Aid Information
At College Unbound, we are committed to keeping tuition low and ensuring students graduate prepared to take their next step confidently. We aim to make earning your bachelor’s degree affordable and accessible.
Tuition & Costs
- CU’s annual tuition for a full-time student in academic year ‘25 – ‘26 is $11,352 or $473 per credit during fall and spring terms. Additional charges apply when taking more than 12 credits in a given term. Scholarships and financial aid can help students save more.
- There are no hidden fees—just transparent, predictable costs.
CU students graduate on an accelerated timeline, often with limited student loan debt, a rarity in the world of rising education costs nationwide.
Tuition depends on how many credits you take, as stated above. You may qualify for federal financial aid and/or scholarships from the college to offset the cost. You can use our net price calculator to estimate your expenses.
Financial Aid Options
- Federal Financial Aid: College Unbound is eligible for federal Pell Grants and federal student loans. Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to determine eligibility. CU’s school code is 042836.
- Scholarships: CU offers scholarships to eligible students to help reduce out-of-pocket costs. Ask our team about scholarship opportunities. Note you will need to complete the FAFSA to be eligible for scholarships.
- Employer Sponsorship: Many CU students receive tuition assistance from their employers. CU can partner with your workplace to support your degree journey.
- Payment Plans: CU offers flexible, interest-free payment plans to help you spread tuition costs over time.
Open House
Join us for an Open House to learn more about what College Unbound can do for you! Sessons will take place weekly through July 9. Note there will be no sessions on federal holidays.
Monday 12PM-2PM
Host: Jessica Crawley
Wednesday 10AM-1PM
Host: Sonia Thomas
Thursday 10AM-12:30PM
Host: Debra Jonfelix
Friday 12PM-2PM
Host: Nathaly Fernandez