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Answers to common questions
These questions and answers apply to the School of Allied Health Professions at Loma Linda University. Other schools within our University may have different procedures established.
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How do I apply?
You may apply online. We no longer accept paper applications by mail or delivery. The Physician Assistant and Entry-level and Progression Doctorate in Physical Therapy have alternate application directions. See our admissions information for more details.
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Why can't I hand deliver or send in my own transcripts?
It is University policy to accept official transcripts sent directly from the schools you have attended. Transcripts that are received from a student are deemed unofficial.
Do you have to have a previous degree to transfer to Loma Linda University School of Allied Health Professions?
Most programs in SAHP require certain college prerequisites to transfer. Only a few require a previous degree. Look for prerequisite requirements on your desired program's web page.
Transferring to LLU
All students attending the School of Allied Health Professions are considered transfer students since programs require college prerequisites.
How can a student transfer from a professional program at another school to your school?
Contact the department adviser or SAHP admissions director for an advising appointment.
Does a prospective student have to apply to the University and to the School of Allied Health Professions separately?
No. There is one application for both the University and the School of Allied Health Professions. (The Physician Assistant and Entry-level and Progression Doctorate in Physical Therapy have alternate application directions.)
Does Loma Linda University offer general education requirements?
No. However we do offer some prerequisite science courses when the demand locally cannot be met.
Contact us for more information regarding these classes.
When is the best time to apply?
Check the website or with the department for admission timelines. Contact the department directly after deadline dates for possible extensions. The department can opt to extend dates based on the applicant pool for a specific year.
Deferring your acceptance to the next year?
If you are accepted into a program, and you would like to defer your start a year, you may place your application on hold. You will need to send written documentation to our admissions director requesting your application being placed on hold. You will need to provide updated contact information during that year so we may contact you.
Are there scholarships or financial aid available?
The school does offer a limited number of scholarships for qualified students within our programs and are awarded based on financial need to accepted students.
Financial aid is available to qualified students through our Office of Financial Aid.
Does Loma Linda University offer weekend or evening classes?
Some advanced degree courses are designed for working professionals and are taught in the evening. We do not offer weekend courses.
Does Loma Linda University offer online courses?
Most of our programs include "hands on learning" components. This method of instruction of teaching is difficult to replicate online. Courses may institute online learning through our Blackboard system currently available to our student body. Students must be able to communicate online through email and have skills in online word processing.
How can I check my online status?
You can check the status of these items at any time as follows:
Go to http://www.llu.edu/apply
Click on "Application Login."
Click on "Check application status."
Log in with your Login ID and PIN.
Login ID and PIN
Please write down your Login and PIN for future use. If you forget your login, you will need to start a new application and email us to have us delete the first attempt. If you have two open applications you will receive automated updates for both.
Is Loma Linda University and your programs accredited?
Loma Linda University is accredited by WASC. Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Web site: www.wascweb.org
The programs are approved by the appropriate accrediting agencies, and graduates are eligible to take the qualifying examinations of the respective state and national licensing or registration bodies and to join the professional organizations. See the University Catalog for more specific information.
Do you have to be a Seventh-day Adventist to attend Loma Linda University?
No. The SAHP student body consists of a wide diversity of students from various religions and beliefs.
Does your school offer CEs or continuing education for working professionals?
Yes. Most of our programs are offered during our homecoming events.
Do you have part-time students?
We strive to graduate our students following their programs of study and help them successfully pass board requirements as fast as possible. Sometimes it may become necessary for a student to go to part time due to medical or other life altering issues. Part-time status is granted on a case-by-case basis with permission from the department chair and faculty. Students are not accepted initially part time unless granted by department.
Is Loma Linda University located in a safe area of Southern California?
There are good and bad areas of any community. On campus student housing (i.e. Lindsay and Daniells Hall) are monitored by our security department around the clock. The City of Loma Linda is a relatively safe community in which to live. Check with your desired department for more information on surrounding areas if you plan on living off campus.
Loma Linda is located in a valley region of the Inland Empire and is in an active earthquake zone. Southern California Wildland fires have also burned in the mountain areas.
What housing is available locally?
See on-campus student housing information. Students may also opt to live in the surrounding communities. Some students room together or stay with area families.
Students under the age of 21 years who are in undergraduate programs such as nursing, dental hygiene, or allied health professional curricula are required to live on campus unless they are married or living with their parents. A student who desires to live off campus, but who does not meet the necessary qualifications, must file a petition with the dean of student affairs. This should be done well in advance of registration to allow the student adequate time to plan. For a petition form, stop by the Office of Student Affairs or call (909) 558-4510 .
Check the Trading Post or the San Bernardino County Sun for more rental and roommate information within our community.
Do you offer open houses or information sessions about your programs?
Yes. Watch our web site for more information on upcoming events.
Can I visit campus and set up an appointment with an advisor?
Yes but we recommend you call ahead and set up an appointment.
Have Further Questions?
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