Addendum - The University Self-Monitoring Policy and Procedures for Ensuring Compliance with Applicable Laws and Regulations is a revision added to the Approval to Operate Policy listed in the catalog. This revision is effective 9-16-2024.
California Health Sciences University (CHSU) is required to comply with certain federal and California state laws and regulations. This Policy identifies the procedures developed by CHSU to maintain compliance with the requirements of the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) (https://www.bppe.ca.gov/).
CHSU is located in Clovis, California and accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). CHSU includes two post-baccalaureate degree programs – the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree offered through the College of Osteopathic Medicine; and the Master of Biomedical Sciences (MSBS) degree offered through the College of Biosciences and Health Professions. CHSU is a private University that is approved to operate as such by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE). “Approval to Operate” means that California Health Sciences University is in compliance with standards and requirements as set forth in CEC94897 (1).
The University is committed to compliance with the requirements set by the State of California and the BPPE. Because the State and BPPE regularly update their requirements, the University must have timely access to information about any additions or changes to the legal and regulatory requirements.
Members of the University’s administrative team subscribe to the BPPE’s email notification service and review the BPPE’s announcements. Agendas for Advisory Committee Meetings are reviewed to determine if there will be discussion on issues relevant to the University and, if so, identify who from the University should attend. Where appropriate, information provided by the BPPE concerning intention to amend or issue new regulations changes and other relevant information from Advisory Committee meetings are distributed to appropriate administrative staff.
Where applicable, staff are encouraged to attend BPPE workshops. Annual report and school performance fact sheets and other reporting required by the BPPE are discussed by the staff and shared with the Board of Trustees. The University posts School Performance Fact Sheets and Annual Reports as required by BPPE.
CHSU Catalog
The information within the CHSU catalog is reviewed by the Office of the Registrar to ensure that it is accurate at the time of publication. Students are responsible for utilizing the Catalog and communications from CHSU to inform themselves of and satisfactorily meet all requirements applicable to their relationship with the University. However, the CHSU catalog does not constitute a contract, or terms or conditions of contract between the student, faculty and/or staff at CHSU. The University reserves the right, at any time and without notice, to make any changes to the rules, policies, procedures, or any other information that pertains to students or the institution including, but not limited to, admission, registration, tuition and fees, attendance, curriculum requirements, conduct, academic standing, candidacy and graduation. Students and others who use the CHSU catalog should be aware that the published information may change from time-to-time at the sole discretion of CHSU and that these changes may alter information contained in the Catalog. Any such changes may be obtained in the Addendum to the Catalog.
Any questions a student may have regarding this catalog that have not been satisfactorily answered by the institution may be directed to the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education at 1747 North Market Blvd., Suite 225, Sacramento, CA 95834, http://www.bppe.ca.gov/, Phone: (888) 370-7589 or (916) or Fax: (916) 263-1897.
Student Assistance
The Office of Student Assistance and Relief is available to support prospective students, current students, or past students of private postsecondary educational institutions in making informed decisions, understanding their rights, and navigating available services and relief options. The office may be reached by Phone: (888) 370-7589, Option #5 or email: osar@dca.ca.gov. More information on the Office of Student Assistance and Relief can be found on the BPPE website (https://osar.bppe.ca.gov).
Prospective students are encouraged to review the CHSU catalog prior to signing an enrollment agreement and the School Performance Fact Sheet, which must be provided to you prior to signing an enrollment agreement.
A student or any member of the public may file a complaint about this institution with the BPPE by calling (888) 370-7589 or (916) 431-6959 or by fax at (916) 263-1897. A complaint form can be obtained on the Bureau’s website: http://www.bppe.ca.gov.
For more information, contact the BPPE at (916) 431- 6959, or toll-free (888) 370-7589, or visit its website at: www.bppe.ca.gov.
Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education Disclosures
Information on the School Performance Fact Sheet, Right to Cancel, Notice Concerning Transferability of Credits and Credentials Earned at our Institution, and Gainful Employment disclosures are located in the main catalog under the general section, "About CHSU and Disclosures".