Admissions Information

The program offers a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies.

Guidelines

California State University, Los Angeles Prison Graduation Initiative (PGI), offers a Prison Education Program (PEP) bachelor's degrees at a number of CDCR facilities throughout the state. Below are the steps to become an eligible applicant for future cohorts.

Requirements

  • Approval from CDCR to participate in the program
  • Completion of Golden Four courses with a grade of C or better

        1. Oral Communication
        2. Written Communication
        3. Critical Thinking and Composition
        4. Mathematical/Quantitative Reasoning

  • 2.0 or above GPA 
  • 60 transferable units

*It is requested that interested applicants complete a CSU or UC transferable course in U.S. Government/Constitution and U.S. History.

If you feel you have completed these requirements, contact the College Coordinator at your facility. Some criteria are subject to change.