Veteran Applicants
The Registrar’s Office certifies enrollment for University of Redlands, Los Angeles (formerly Woodbury University) students who apply and are eligible for educational assistance administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The Registrar’s Office processes all applications and forwards enrollment certifications to VA regional offices, provides assistance to students with problems that relate to VA educational (or covered) programs, and maintains a reference file on all VA students for up to three years.
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Undergraduate application deadlines
University of Redlands, Los Angeles (formerly Woodbury University) has rolling admissions, allowing prospective students to apply at any time. For the best consideration for admission and merit-based scholarships, please see the priority deadlines below.
Fall Term – First Year
- Early Action 1: November 1
- Early Action 2: December 1
- Regular Decision: January 15*
Spring Term – First Year
- Deadline: November 1*
Fall Term – Transfer
- Priority Deadline: March 1*
Spring Term – Transfer
- Deadline: November 1*
Note
*Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis after the deadline based on capacity.
Select and submit one of the following applications. And don’t forget – we’re #FeeFree! No more application fees, apply now!
The URLA Application is for Freshman and Transfer applicants. In order to complete your application, all required sections of the URLA Application must be complete, including submission of required admissions documents uploaded through the page. If you apply using the URLA Application, a Common Application is not required.
The Common Application is for Freshman applicants only. Transfer applicants should use the Woodbury Application above. In order to complete your application, all required sections must be submitted on the Common Application website, including required supplemental questions. If you apply using the Common Application, a URLA Application is not required.
High school transcripts that include 11th grade are required for all applicants who have not yet graduated at the time of application. Upon acceptance, and prior to enrollment, a final official transcript indicating graduation must be submitted. Freshman and Transfer applicants are required to submit transcripts from all colleges and universities attended for appropriate transfer credit evaluation. If transfer applicants have not obtained an associate degree yet, a high school transcript with graduation date will also be required.
Electronic Submission
URLA Application – Upload unofficial transcripts to the Woodbury Application, or submit official transcripts via Parchment, Naviance and The National Clearinghouse.
Common Application – Official high school transcripts can be submitted through the Common Application process.
Mail Submission
Official transcripts through mail submission, must include an original signature of the school official(s) and be sealed in an unopened envelope. Transcripts should be mailed to:
University of Redlands, Los Angeles (formerly Woodbury University) is test optional. Freshman applicants are not required to submit SAT I or ACT scores, but can submit them if desired. Contact your testing center to have your scores submitted and reference University of Redlands, Los Angeles code listed below.
SAT (866) 756-7346
ACT (319) 337-1313
University of Redlands, Los Angeles Codes:
SAT I: 4955
ACT: 0481
Applicants may submit academic letters of recommendation from high school teachers, counselors and/or employers.
Electronic Submission
URLA Application – Upload unofficial transcripts to the URLA Application, or submit official transcripts via Parchment, Naviance and The National Clearinghouse.
Mail Submission
Letters of recommendation can also be mailed to:
Applicants have the option of selecting one of the topics below to write a 500-word personal essay. Upload the essay directly through the URLA Application or the Common Application.
- Some students have a background, identity, interest or talent that is so meaningful they believe that their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.
- The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience?
- Reflect on a time when you questioned or challenged a belief or idea. What prompted your thinking? What was the outcome?
- Describe a problem you’ve solved or a problem you’d like to solve. It can be an intellectual challenge, a research query, an ethical dilemma–-anything that is of personal importance, no matter the scale. Explain its significance to you and what steps you took or could be taken to identify a solution.
- Discuss an accomplishment, event or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others.
- Describe a topic, idea or concept you find so engaging that it makes you lose all track of time. Why does it captivate you? What or who do you turn to when you want to learn more?
- Share an essay on any topic of your choice. It can be one you’ve already written, one that responds to a different prompt or one of your own design.
Portfolio mentorship
Are you looking to develop your design and drawing skills and create work for your college entrance portfolio? Get friendly advice on improving your portfolio from an art professional at University of Redlands, Los Angeles (formerly Woodbury University). Click here to learn more about the initiative or follow the link below to register for a session.
The submission of a portfolio is required for the following programs: Animation + VFX, Experience Design, Fashion Design, and Game Art & Design.
Click the button below to learn more about the portfolio requirements for the above programs:
portfolio requirements | School of Media : Culture : design
Portfolios can be uploaded within the application portal for students applying through our website.
For students who submitted their application via the Common App, a link will be emailed to the email address provided on the Common App to upload their portfolio materials. Please allow 72 hours from submission to receive your link.
For questions about your portfolio submission, please contact your Admissions Counselor .
Note: be sure to check your spam and junk folders for any of our communication.
The submission of a portfolio is required for the following programs: Animation + VFX, Architecture, Experience Design, Fashion Design, Game Art & Design, and Interior Design.
Click the button below to learn more about portfolio requirements for our Architecture and Interior Design Programs:
ARCHITECTURE & INTERIOR DESIGN PORTFOLIO REQUIREMENTS
Click the button below to learn more about portfolio requirements for our School of Media : Culture : Design Majors: Animation + VFX, Experience Design, Fashion Design, and Game Art & Design.
Portfolios can be uploaded within the application portal for students applying through the University of Redlands, Los Angeles website.
For further questions about your portfolio and our admissions process, contact our Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions, Cynthia Cifuentes at [email protected].
Domestic Freshman GPA Requirements
(Domestic/U.S. University)
A prospective freshman student is a current high school senior who has not graduated from high school at the time of their application. A high school equivalency certificate, or GED, may be considered on an individual basis.
GPA minimum requirements (unweighted)
2.75+ Regular Admission
2.50 – 2.74 Regular Admission
Transfer GPA Requirements
(Domestic/U.S. University)
Transfer applicants are high school graduates who have completed a minimum of 24 transferable units at the time of their application. Any applicant with fewer than 24 units at the time of application should apply as a freshman.
GPA minimum requirements (unweighted)
2.75+ Regular Admission
2.50 – 2.74 Regular Admission
View the Transfer Student page for additional resources.
Merit Scholarships and Grants
To encourage and reward academic excellence, each year University of Redlands, Los Angeles (formerly Woodbury University) awards a number of undergraduate merit scholarships based on a student’s academic promise and personal accomplishments. Merit scholarships are awarded to students in their first year at University of Redlands, Los Angeles. A student’s high school GPA (or college GPA for transfer students) is reviewed to determine which category of merit gets awarded.
As long as the required GPA is maintained, these merit awards are renewable up to an additional three years for standard programs or up to four years for architecture students.
The following undergraduate Merit Scholarships are in effect for admission:
DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL FRESHMAN:
→ PRESIDENTIAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP $24,000 [3.70 GPA and above]
→ DEAN MERIT SCHOLARSHIP $20,000 [3.40–3.69 GPA]
→ WOODBURY EDUCATIONAL GRANT $16,000 [2.95–3.39 GPA]
→ WOODBURY EDUCATIONAL GRANT $12,000 [2.50–2.94 GPA]
DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL TRANSFER:
→ PRESIDENTIAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP $20,000 [3.70 GPA and above]
→ DEAN MERIT SCHOLARSHIP $18,000 [3.40–3.69 GPA]
→ WOODBURY EDUCATIONAL GRANT $12,000 [2.95–3.39 GPA]
→ WOODBURY EDUCATIONAL GRANT $8,000 [2.50–2.94 GPA]
Note to students determined eligible for need-based financial aid: financial aid program regulations require the university to include these merit awards as a financial resource when assessing a student’s overall financial needs. Your merit award will be incorporated into your financial-aid package.
Donor-Sponsored Scholarships
University of Redlands, Los Angeles (formerly Woodbury University) administers various scholarships derived from gifts and endowments given to the university by individuals and organizations. Special applications are not necessary for these funds; they are awarded based on availability of funds and the needs of the university as well as a combination of eligibility requirements, such as academic standing, financial need, or criteria specified by the donor.
10% Federal and State Grant Match program
The objective of University of Redlands, Los Angeles new 10% Federal and State Grant Match program is to increase Institutional Aid to students from low-income families with a GPA of 2.5 to 3.39. In addition to providing merit-based scholarships for eligible students, we are providing need-based aid tied to federal and state programs such as Pell and Cal grants. We believe this will increase access for underrepresented students who wish to attend University of Redlands, Los Angeles and increase the diversity of our student body. Check out the State Grant Match FAQ for more information about this program.