Admission Requirements
Brookline College Admissions Requirements
In order to make application to Brookline College, it is our policy that a student must be a citizen of the United States or an eligible non-citizen as classified by the Department of Homeland Security.
Arizona:
Arizona applicants must be at least 18 years of age or 17 years 6 months of age with parental or legal guardian signature of approval or otherwise covered under state emancipation statutes.
New Mexico:
New Mexico applicants must either:
• Have a high school diploma and be at least 18 years of age or 17 years 6 months of age with parental or legal guardian signature of approval or otherwise covered under state emancipation statutes.
• Or be at least 18 years of age or 17 years 6 months of age and have been excused by the local school board with parental or legal guardian signature.
For more information about the Acceptance Requirements at Brookline College, you can request information by filling out the form to your right. Or feel free to give us a call, and speak with one of our helpful advisors.
Here are some additional requirements, based on your program of interest:
Bachelor Degree Programs
Bachelor degree programs are accelerated into 2½ years at Brookline College. All applicants enrolling into a Bachelor degree program must have a high school diploma, evidence of completion of a home schooling program, or a General Education Development (GED) certificate. A statement signed by the applicant, which attests to graduation and includes the date of graduation and the name, address, and telephone number of the high school last attended may be accepted in lieu of proof of high school graduation, home schooling, or possession of a GED.
Associate Degree Programs
Associate degree programs are accelerated into 15-18 months at Brookline College. All applicants enrolling into an Associate degree program must have a high school diploma, evidence of completion of a home schooling program, or a General Education Development (GED) certificate. A statement signed by the applicant which attests to graduation and includes the date of graduation and the name, address, and telephone number of the high school last attended may be accepted in lieu of proof of high school graduation, home schooling, or possession of a GED.
Diploma Programs
Applicants enrolling in diploma programs are not required to have a high school diploma or GED at the time of entrance. A student requesting admission into a diploma program without a high school diploma or GED may request admission under Brookline College’s “Ability-to-Benefit” (ATB) program by achieving an acceptable minimum score (200 verbal and 210 quantitative) on the Department of Education approved Wonderlic Basic Skills Test, which is proctored at each campus. Scores meeting Wonderlic requirements may be accepted from other schools. ATB applicants are not permitted to enroll in online programs.
Online Programs
Online students must meet certain specific computer requirements and complete the online New Student Orientation Tutorial course in the learning management system, before beginning any courses. Applicants should check with an Online Admissions Representative for specific details.
Residency Requirements
At a minimum, no fewer than 40% of the credits required in the program of study must be earned in residence at the Brookline College campus that is conferring the degree.
Additional Requirements
There are additional program specific requirements that may also need to be met. These include Background Checks, Immunizations, and/or other perquisites for admission. All applicants are advised to check with an Admissions Representative for specific information on these requirements, prior to enrolling.
