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Application Checklist

Once the ONLINE APPLICATION (STEP 1) and non-refundable application fee (if applicable) have been submitted (www.cahe.edu/apply), applicants should submit the documents below. Applicants who are required to take all or part of the Entrance Exam (STEP 2) will be scheduled to do so. Applicants who possess an associate’s degree or higher or those who are exempt from all sections are not required to take the Math and English portions of the exam. All documents listed below should be submitted prior to the scheduled interview date (STEP 3).

OFFICIAL HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPTS OR COPY OF 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 degree 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 as their highest level of education in a country outside of the United States must have their transcript evaluated by an agency.

The Evaluation Agency List provides acceptable foreign transcript evaluation agencies.

OFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS (if applicable)

Applicants must provide official transcripts for all post-secondary institutions attended/completed. An official eTranscript can also be submitted electronically directly from the school. Official transcripts need to be signed and sealed by the institution and mailed to the Admissions Department.

Although not required for admission, the Admissions Department reserves the right to request additional official transcripts at any time during the admissions process. Applicants who attended an institution outside of the United States will be required to submit a course-by-course evaluation.

(Please refer to “Evaluation Agency List” for a list of acceptable foreign transcript evaluation agencies).

While waiting for your institution to send in official transcripts, you may submit your unofficial transcripts or SAT/ACT scores. These documents are not required for admission, however, will help to expedite the admissions process and determine whether an applicant is exempt from taking all or part of the Entrance Exam (STEP 2).

REFERENCE LETTER

The Reference Letter Form (www.cahe.edu/referenceletter) 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/essays provide applicants with an opportunity to demonstrate their ability to organize and express their thoughts, as well as assist members of the Admissions Committee in becoming better acquainted with the applicant. Personal statements are required for all programs. Essays must consist of 250-500 words and address 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 THE DOCUMENTS

All documents should be uploaded to the applicant portal. Log-in information for the portal is generally provided to applicants within 48 hours of the application being processed

Only official transcripts should be mailed directly to the Admissions Department using the mailing address listed below.

Official eTranscripts can be e-mailed to admissions@cahe.edu. Students seeking exemption from the Entrance Exam should upload their unofficial transcripts or supporting documentation to their applicant portal.

Mailing Address:

Center for Allied Health Education
1401 Kings HighwayBrooklyn, NY 11229

Attn: Admissions Department

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

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