Application Checklist

The application process: three steps

1. Step 1 — Complete the online application. Apply at cahe.edu/apply and pay the non-refundable application fee.
2. Step 2 — Take the Entrance Exam (only if applicable). Review the Entrance Exam Exemption Criteria to determine or confirm whether you are exempt.
3. Step 3 — Virtual Interview. All documents listed below should be submitted prior to the scheduled interview date.

Transcripts

High school transcripts or HSED / GED / TASC

Applicants who possess an associate's degree or higher are not required to submit a high school transcript or HSED/GED. Per regulation, any applicant who does not hold an associate's degree or higher is required to submit the final official copy of their high school transcript and/or high school equivalency diploma/GED. Individuals who previously attended an online high school or were homeschooled should contact the Admissions Department to determine eligibility. Applicants who completed high school in a country outside of the United States must have their transcript evaluated by an agency — see the Acceptable Evaluation Agencies list.

Official college transcripts (if applicable)

Applicants must provide official transcripts for all post-secondary institutions attended or completed. Official transcripts need to be signed and sealed by the institution and mailed to the Admissions Department, or sent electronically as an official eTranscript directly from the school. Applicants who attended an institution outside of the United States will be required to submit a course-by-course evaluation.

Reference letter

The Reference Letter Form must be submitted by the individual providing the reference. Reference letters for applicants to the Paramedic Program should be written by an EMS supervisor. For all other programs, it may be written by an employer, colleague, educator, medical professional, religious/volunteer group leader, coach, etc.

• One reference letter must be submitted for each program.
• Two reference letters are encouraged for the Medical Dosimetry Program.

Personal statement

Personal statements give applicants an opportunity to demonstrate their ability to organize and express their thoughts, and help the Admissions Committee become better acquainted with the applicant. Personal statements are required for all programs and must consist of 250–500 words addressing one of the topics below:

• The applicant's reason(s) for wanting to join the profession.
• A significant personal experience or achievement.

All personal statements should include the full name of the applicant. The use of ChatGPT or other AI composition software is not permitted and may result in an applicant being rejected from the program.

How to submit your documents

All documents should be uploaded to the applicant portal. Log-in information for the portal is generally provided within 48 hours of the application being processed. Only official transcripts should be mailed directly to the Admissions Department; official eTranscripts can be emailed to admissions@cahe.edu. Students seeking exemption from the Entrance Exam should upload their unofficial transcripts or supporting documentation to their applicant portal.

Questions?

Contact the Admissions Department (admissions@cahe.edu) or Financial Aid Department (financialaid@cahe.edu) at 718-645-3500.