Application for admission may be made at any time after completion of the junior year of high school. Applications are considered on a competitive basis as related to test scores, academic history (high school and college), and academic and professional references.
We accept applications on a rolling basis until programs are full, with priority given to applications received by:
- January 1: for fall enrollment.
- October 1: for spring enrollment.
The College considers all applicants without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression or national origin and does not knowingly practice discrimination in its recruiting, admission, progression, graduation or withdrawal policies, or in any other activities affecting students.
General College Admissions Requirements
For admission to the College, all applicants must submit:
- A completed application and required nonrefundable application fee.
- Employees of Atrium Health and graduates of Cabarrus College, Carolinas College and Mercy School of Nursing, may complete a fast-track application for admission into specific programs. Some programs may also waive the application fee.
- Evidence of US Citizenship, a current Permanent Resident Card, or a current I-551 card from the Department of Immigration and Naturalization Services.
- Two (2) professional references on the College Reference Form from persons who can attest to the applicant’s professional and/or academic ability (such as a teacher/instructor/professor, counselor, co-worker, supervisor). See program specific admission information regarding the number and type of references required. Use the College Form unless otherwise indicated by the program.
- We appreciate our Atrium Health Teammates! If you are a current Atrium Health Teammate, you are eligible for the following:
- The application fee will be waived.
- To Receive a special code to waive the $50 application fee, email Britt Ellis. The code will need to be entered on the online application.
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended, including evidence of completion of the applicable Bachelor degree program. Minimum GPA on post-secondary coursework required. See program specific information.
- Essays that provide a clear and concise explanation of the applicant’s interest in Cabarrus College and health sciences; and evaluates their ability to write and think critically. See program specific information as some programs request additional topics. Evidence of profession specific licensure if applicable. See program specific information. Essays are not required for MSN.
- Official transcripts showing evidence of graduation from an accredited high school or documentation showing the equivalent of a high school diploma.
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended. Minimum GPA on required post-secondary coursework.
- Evidence of high school or college level algebra, geometry, biology and/or chemistry coursework. See program specific information.
- Official documentation of standardized test scores (SAT or ACT).
- Minimum required test scores for admission to Cabarrus College are:
- SAT – 430 Reading and 380 Math
- ACT – 18 Composite
- Some programs may have higher standardized test score requirements. See program specific information for minimum requirements.
- Minimum required test scores for admission to Cabarrus College are:
- Official transcripts showing evidence of graduation from an accredited high school or documentation showing the equivalent of a high school diploma.
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
- Evidence of high school or college level algebra, geometry, biology and/or chemistry coursework. See program-specific information.
- Official documentation of standardized test scores (SAT or ACT).
- Minimum required test scores for admission to Cabarrus College are:
- SAT – 430 Reading and 380 Math
- ACT – 18 Composite
- Some programs may have higher standardized test score requirements. See program specific information for minimum requirements.
Each academic program has admissions requirements in addition to the general requirements listed above. These requirements are listed on the individual program pages on the website and in the catalog. An interview may be requested as part of the admissions process.
NOTE: An official transcript is delivered in a sealed envelope or through an official transcript service via email. Transcripts that are mailed from another college are considered official. Hand carried transcripts are official unless the envelope is opened prior to receipt. Faxed transcripts are considered unofficial and may be used as working documents only.
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences regularly offers the Residual ACT (the scores can only be used at Cabarrus College) for those needing to update their scores for associate degree admission. For ACT test dates and times click here.
International applicants and applicants for whom English is a second language may be asked to submit a TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 550 or above to verify language proficiency.
To determine whether a Cabarrus College program of study meets licensing or certification requirements in your US state or territory, please visit the College’s Student Consumer Information page.