California College of the Arts (CCA) and Woodbury University (Woodbury) have established a formal teach-out agreement to provide a supportive pathway and a reasonable opportunity for eligible students to continue their studies at Woodbury.

Location: Los Angeles/Burbank, CA
Website: Woodbury University academics

Financial support and scholarships

Woodbury is committed to ensuring that, for most CCA students, total cost of attendance (tuition, fees, and room and board) will be no greater than what you would have incurred at CCA. You will receive scholarships, waivers, or discounts comparable to those you received at CCA for the current academic year, helping to keep your overall costs similar (or lower).

For a small number of students with the highest levels of financial support at CCA, additional coordination may be needed. CCA is working to identify options to support these students.

Students who are eligible to submit a FAFSA must do so by April 1, 2027, and list Woodbury as a recipient in order to be considered for the full range of financial aid. Students who express interest in Woodbury can request a detailed financial aid offer outlining the total financial aid package and cost of attendance.

Housing support

If you currently reside in CCA-operated housing and receive housing assistance, Woodbury will provide housing (based on availability) at a rate that will not increase your overall housing costs. Note that specific housing types (such as single or shared rooms) may vary based on availability.

Residency requirement waiver

Woodbury will waive its standard residency requirements for transferring CCA students. This means you can complete your degree without needing to meet Woodbury’s minimum residency requirement (minimum units taken at Woodbury), once all other graduation requirements are satisfied.

Streamlined admissions and waived fees

CCA students in good academic standing are guaranteed admission into their corresponding equivalent program. Students not in good standing will be admitted to Woodbury in a probationary academic status.

There is no application fee. An enrollment deposit is required to enroll, but it will be applied to your tuition or other charges. You are not required to submit a personal statement, essay, or portfolio.

Credit and general education transfer

Woodbury will accept all earned credit from CCA, including credits previously accepted by CCA from other institutions. If CCA accepted a grade for credit, Woodbury will also accept it. Furthermore, if you have completed CCA's core general education requirements, you will be considered to have satisfied all Woodbury general education requirements. If you have completed some, but not all, of these requirements, your coursework will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

University of Redlands merger

Woodbury is currently merging its educational programs with the University of Redlands. While the merger is expected to be final in summer 2026, all programs will remain intact and will continue to be offered at the current Burbank campus location.

International students

Woodbury will waive any additional English-language proficiency testing or documentation requirements for international students transferring under this agreement, such as TOEFL or IELTS, recognizing that CCA has already confirmed your English-language proficiency for full admission and enrollment.

¹ STEM-designated program

² Transfer credit will be assessed by Woodbury individually depending on completed coursework and the program a student seeks to enroll in. A portfolio demonstrating ability in the selected major may also be required.

Step 1: Confirm eligibility

Meet with a CCA transition advisor to review your academic standing and discuss your options.

Step 2: Indicate your interest in Woodbury

Let CCA know you are interested in Woodbury so we can begin coordinating your academic and financial information.

Step 3: Complete the application process.

Woodbury will provide guidance on the application steps for CCA students. This process is designed to reduce barriers to enrolling at Woodbury, and may include a simplified application and waived requirements, depending on your program.

Step 4: Records and next steps

CCA will work directly with Woodbury to share your academic and financial records, where appropriate and necessary for transfer. You may be asked to provide additional information or documentation to Woodbury, as needed.

Step 5: Review your financial aid offer

After admission and submission of required documentation (including FAFSA, if applicable), Woodbury will provide a clear, written explanation of your cost of attendance, including scholarship support and any housing stipends.

Admissions contact

Cynthia Cifuentes
Assistant Director, Undergraduate Admissions
+1 818-394-3357
cynthia_cifuentesmen@redlands.edu

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