College of the Desert

College of the Desert is not competitive to get into. Out of 2,017 applications received in 2023, 2,017 students were offered admission.

If you are considering submitting an application to College of the Desert, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

College of the Desert Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of College of the Desert's admissions stats.

College of the Desert Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for College of the Desert.

Want to Apply Early to College of the Desert?

College of the Desert does not offer early decision or early action.

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Transferring to College of the Desert

It is not competitive to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to College of the Desert

College of the Desert has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does College of the Desert Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you stand out. What does College of the Desert consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Make sure to check with College of the Desert for more information on admission factors.

College of the Desert Application Requirements

To apply to College of the Desert, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with College of the Desert's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

GPA and Testing

What GPA Do I Need To Get Into College of the Desert?

College of the Desert has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

College of the Desert does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to College of the Desert

For transfer students, it is not competitive to get admitted to College of the Desert. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in College of the Desert during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

College of the Desert Admissions FAQs

Can I defer my acceptance to College of the Desert?

❌ Students who are admitted to College of the Desert must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does College of the Desert accept transfer credits?

✅ College of the Desert accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. College of the Desert accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does College of the Desert accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ College of the Desert does not accept International Baccalaureate credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to College of the Desert?

✅ College of the Desert is not test optional.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at College of the Desert?

❌ College of the Desert does not offer early decision.

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