Transfer Pathways from Community College to CDU Bachelor’s Degree Programs
Community college coursework and associate degrees can provide a strong foundation for CDU’s undergraduate programs. CDU offers three transfer pathways for students who want to continue their education in healthcare, science, public health, psychology, radiologic sciences, or nursing.
Transfer students are an important part of CDU’s academic community. Each year, CDU receives significantly more applications from transfer students than from first-time freshman applicants, and our admissions team works with students to help them understand transfer credits, program options, and next steps.
Explore CDU’s Three Transfer Pathways
Pathway 1: Science and Health
Students with an associate degree may transfer into CDU bachelor’s degree programs in Biomedical Sciences, Psychology, or Public Health.
| PROGRAM | MAXIMUM TRANSFER CREDITS | ADMIT TERM | CONTACT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Science and Health | Varies by major: Biomedical Sciences (Pre-Med): 63 units Psychology: 60 units Public Health: 75 units |
Fall | Jessica Rodriguez, Recruitment Specialist Sofia Torres, Enrollment Specialist |
Pathway 2: Radiologic Sciences
Students who earn an associate degree in Radiologic Technology may transfer into CDU’s one-year bachelor’s degree program in Radiologic Sciences.
The associate degree program must be approved by the California Department of Public Health, Radiologic Health Branch, CDPH-RHB.
| PROGRAM | MAXIMUM TRANSFER CREDITS | ADMIT TERM | CONTACT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologic Sciences | 84 units | Fall | Jessica Rodriguez, Recruitment Specialist |
Pathway 3: Nursing
Community college students enrolled in or recently graduated from an Associate Degree in Nursing, ADN, program may apply to CDU’s one-year RN-BSN track.
ADN graduates may apply with or without an RN license. ADN students who have not yet graduated may begin the RN-BSN track as early as their first semester in an ADN program. See the Concurrent Enrollment section below for additional details.
| PROGRAM | MAXIMUM TRANSFER CREDITS | ADMIT TERMS | CONTACT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Nursing | 46 units | Summer and Fall | Eduardo Cardos, Recruitment Specialist |
| RN-BSN | 84 units | Summer and Fall | Jasmine Verges, Enrollment Specialist |
Transfer Credit Evaluation
Transfer applicants must report all coursework attempted and completed at other institutions. After you upload your transcripts as part of your application, CDU’s Transfer Credit and Articulation Officer will complete a transfer credit evaluation. This evaluation shows which courses from your community college may count toward credit at CDU.
Check Transfer Credits Using ASSIST
Students can also review eligible transfer credits through ASSIST, the official statewide database for California community college transfer information. ASSIST shows how courses completed at a California community college may satisfy elective, general education, or major requirements at California universities.
CDU has articulation agreements, also known as transfer agreements, with 50 California community colleges and universities.
To search for CDU articulation agreements:
- Visit assist.org.
- Under “Search below for articulation agreements,” select the 2026-2027 academic year.
- Choose Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science from the Institution drop-down field.
- Select your community college from the “Agreements with Other Institutions” drop-down field.
- Select your major to view articulated courses.
Do not see an agreement between CDU and your community college? Email admissionsinfo@cdrewu.edu, and our team will review the request.
Concurrent Enrollment
CDU students may petition the Registrar and Financial Aid Office for concurrent enrollment approval. Concurrent enrollment allows students to complete coursework at CDU and a community college during the same term.
Per federal regulations, students may receive federal financial aid from only one school during any given semester. Federal Financial Aid Consortium Agreements allow students to take coursework at two institutions simultaneously while recognizing their enrollment at both locations for financial aid purposes.
CDU has consortium agreements with the following colleges:
- Cerritos College
- Compton College
- Cypress College
- El Camino College
- Los Angeles Southwest College
- Los Angeles Trade-Technical College
- Los Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health
Concurrent Enrollment Option for the RN-BSN Track
CDU’s RN-BSN track offers a structured, part-time pathway for students currently enrolled in an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program at a college with a CDU consortium agreement. This mostly online RN-to-BSN program allows eligible ADN students to work toward both their ADN and BSN at the same time.
With no waitlist, competitive tuition, and only the final clinical course requiring in-person attendance, the RN-BSN track offers a faster, more affordable path to earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing than a traditional transfer route.
ADN students interested in the RN-to-BSN program at Charles R. Drew University can contact Recruitment Specialist Eduardo Cardos for more information.
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