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California Northstate University | CNU College of Health Sciences

Rancho Cordova, CaliforniaPrivate

Message from California Northstate University | CNU College of Health Sciences

At California Northstate University's College of Health Sciences (CNUCHS), we’re dedicated to preparing the next generation of health professionals through an innovative, student-centered approach to science and healthcare education. Our programs, include a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences perfect for pre-medical, pre-pharmacy, pre-dental students. For well qualified students, the University also offers a BS-MD Honor's Track streamlining the process from undergraduate to medical school. Furthering our commitment to advancing the healthcare workforce, CNUCHS also offers a direct-entry, year-round Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Our degree programs combine rigorous academic training with hands-on clinical, research, and community experiences designed to build critical thinking, leadership, and compassion. Whether you’re aspiring to become a physician, nurse, pharmacist, dentist, or researcher, CNUCHS provides the foundation and mentorship you need to succeed. Students thrive in small classes, work closely with faculty mentors, and have unique opportunities to engage in undergraduate research, clinical experiences, and interdisciplinary projects that make a real impact on the health of our communities. Join a community of passionate learners committed to improving health and advancing knowledge.

Your chances

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Acceptance rate

95%

Private school in California with fewer than 200 total undergraduate students
Suburban
Far West
Special focus: Health Care
Medical school
Commuter college
2910 Prospect Park Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA 95757
(916) 686-7300
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Admissions

Overall acceptance rate
95%
Yield rate - overall
10%

Acceptance rate breakdown

Women
96%

Men
94%

Applicant breakdown

Total number of applicants
332

Women: 61%
Men: 39%

Cost & scholarships

Your estimated net cost
$ ? / year
In-state
unknown
Out-of-state
unknown

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Applications

How to apply

Doesn’t accept Common App
Test required
Rec letters optional
Considers class rank
TOEFL required (international applicants)

Tests typically submitted

SAT: 0%

ACT: 0%
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Students

First-year enrolled students (full-time)
19
Student diversity
Very diverse
Admission policy
Co-ed

Enrolled breakdown by gender

Women: 67%
Men: 33%

Race & ethnicity diversity

Among domestic students
Asian and Pacific Islander
69%

Black
2%

Hispanic
1%

Native American
< 1%

Other
13%

White
15%

Academics

Student faculty ratio
7:1
Calendar system
Semester

Special academic offering

Credit for AP and IB exams

Offers graduate degree

Academic and career counseling

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