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You think all universities are the same? We have three words for you: The Cumberlands Commitment.

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Patriot Pete on the football field

The Cumberlands Commitment is our steadfast promise to put our students’ needs first by providing an outstanding education that’s: affordable, accessible, supported, and distinctive. We will meet you where you are and do everything we can to make sure you get where you want to go. 

Complete an application and see what we mean. 

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Already have an application started? Log-in here to complete it for us. Email admissions@ucumberlands.edu if you need help.

The Patriot Portal

Before you find your application, you will be asked to create a Patriot Portal account. This account will allow you to complete the application and keep track of admissions requirements. Please note, we have introduced a new test-optional route for undergraduate students in the application process. You can choose this method within the application below. If you need assistance or have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us!

PLEASE NOTE: Admissions requirements submitted through the application and the Self Service Center cannot be processed until your application is submitted.

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Current High School Students

If you are a graduating senior and applying for undergraduate admission in the next school year, you must apply for full-time undergraduate on campus or full-time undergraduate online below.

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Undergraduate On-Campus

Apply here if you have a high school diploma, GED or associate's degree and you want to take classes on-campus.

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Spring 2025 (On-Campus)

Classes for the Spring 2025 semester begin on January 6.
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Fall 2025 (On-Campus)

Hey, Class of 2025. Are you ready to be a Patriot? The application cycle for fall 2025 is now open.

Undergraduate Online

Apply here if you have a high school diploma, GED or associate's degree and you want to take classes online.

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Spring 2025 (Online)

The spring term begins on January 6.
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Summer 2025 (Online)

The summer term begins on May 5.

Graduate Programs

Applications for a graduate student with a college degree applying for Master's, Doctorate, Rank 1, EdS, etc. programs - 100% Online Format.

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Spring 2025 (Graduate)

The spring term begins on January 6.
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Summer 2025 (Graduate)

The summer term begins on May 5.

Executive Program Applications

Graduate students seeking a hybrid degree program with a residency component must apply here.

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Spring Term 2025 Bi-Term I (Executive)

Applications for Spring 2025 programs are now open!
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Spring Term 2025 Bi-Term II (Executive)

The second spring bi-term begins March 3.

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Application

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Williamsburg Campus

The Williamsburg application cycle opens April 1st and closes August 1st each year.
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Program Information & Resources

Learn more about our programs and the application process here.
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NKY Campus

The NKY application cycle opens October 1 and closes March 1st each year.

Doctor of Physical Therapy Application

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Spring 2025

This link redirects to the PTCAS application. Once eligible, you will receive a direct link to the supplemental application from Graduate Admissions.
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Information Sessions

If you are interested in learning more about the program and the application process, register for an Info Session.
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Program Information & Resources

The Cumberlands Doctor of Physical Therapy program empowers students to develop into excellent physical therapist.