California Baptist University

California Baptist University -- Ranked Best Regional University

California Baptist University (CBU) was founded in 1950 by the California Southern Baptist Convention to provide a liberal arts education in a Christian environment. Today, CBU is listed among the top private Christian colleges in Southern California. The "US News and World Report" has named CBU as a Best Regional University. "G.I. Jobs" magazine also named CBU on their list of top military friendly schools.

The core values of CBU ensure that graduates are academically prepared, biblically rooted, globally minded and equipped to serve. Programs are designed to help students discover and live the purpose for which they have been created, through a faith-based environment that integrates academics with spiritual and social development opportunities.

Undergraduate Degrees from California Baptist University

California Baptist University offers 150 undergraduate majors and concentrations in a wide range of academic areas. Daytime and evening programs are available at multiple locations, as well as online.

A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree is available in 26 areas, including accounting, aviation flight, aviation management, biochemistry, biology, business administration, chemistry, civil engineering, clinical health science, communication disorders, construction management, criminal justice, electrical and computer engineering, general engineering, foundational mathematics, health education, health science, healthcare administration, international health, kinesiology, marketing, mathematics, mechanical engineering, nursing, nutrition and dietetics, and pre-physical therapy.

A Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree is available in 24 areas, including behavioral science, business administration, Christian behavioral science, Christian studies, communication studies, early childhood studies, English, film studies, graphic design and digital media, history, intercultural studies, journalism, liberal studies, music, philosophy, political science, psychological anthropology, psychology, public relations, social science, sociology, Spanish, theater, and visual arts.

CBU also offers a Bachelor of Applied Theology (BAT) degree and a joint BS-Master of Architecture (MArch) degree program.

Community Life at CBU

The Department of Community Life provides programming designed to enhance the CBU experience. In addition to traditional campus programs like coffeehouse performances and late-night breakfasts, the department organizes commuter programs, multicultural and educational programs, campus community and collaborative programs, and outdoor adventures. Commuter programs, such as the Commuter Sidewalk Cafe and free commuter lunches, provide opportunities for students who live off campus to come together. Outdoor adventures have taken students to local parks and rock climbing gyms, the beach, and even Disneyland.

Students may also choose to create their own extracurricular experiences through CBU's more than 30 student clubs and organizations. For example, pre-professional clubs active on campus include the Accounting Society, the Pre-PA Club, the Pre-Vet Club, and the Pre-Law Society. Social organizations include the Cooking Club, the Creative Writing Club, the Film Appreciation Club, and the Fitness Club.

The Office of Spiritual Life at CBU

The Office of Spiritual Life offers guidance in helping CBU students discover their purpose in life, as well as helping those students to align their faith through chapel, campus ministries, and compassion ministries programs. The California Baptist University Chapel offers weekly experiences that challenge students to refresh their hearts, minds, and souls. Events include musicians, performers, speakers, and leaders. CBU's Campus Ministries encourage students to become disciples through programs like small groups, Athletes in Action, and the Christian Challenge. Compassion Ministries offers community service opportunities that allow students to put their spiritual knowledge in action.

Financial Aid Opportunities at CBU

The CBU financial aid office is committed to helping students find the resources needed to complete their educations. Undergraduate students have access to many types of financial assistance, including scholarships, loans, and awards. Scholarships are awarded in several categories, including academic scholarships, athletic scholarships, and departmental scholarships. For instance, drama scholarships are awarded to participants in departmental productions or certain campus organizations. Music scholarships are awarded for merit in vocal, instrumental, and piano performances. Minister's Kin scholarships are awarded to dependent children of church pastors, ministers, chaplains, or missionaries.

Located in Riverside, California

California Baptist University's main campus is located in Riverside, California. The 128-acre campus has a beautiful view of the San Bernardino Mountains, and is completed by palm trees and mission-style buildings with distinctive red roofs. Extension sites are located throughout Riverside and San Bernardino Counties.

The CBU Riverside campus is less than an hour from Laguna Beach or the ski slopes of Big Bear and Mount Baldy. Students can also take advantage of the local entertainment and shopping scene, as the city has many coffee shops, movie theaters, restaurants, a symphony orchestra, and other activities. The historic Mission Inn, the landmark that has entertained countless celebrities and 8 presidents, is also nearby.

• Biological/life sciences
• Biology/Biological Sciences
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology Related
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Business/marketing
• Business/Commerce
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Business Administration and Management
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Organizational Leadership
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Accounting
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Marketing/Marketing Management
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Communication technologies
• Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Communication/Journalism
• Speech Communication and Rhetoric
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Journalism
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Computer and information sciences
• Information Technology
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• Education
• Education
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• Special Education&-Early Childhood
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• Early Childhood Education
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• Mathematics Teacher Education
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Music Teacher Education
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Engineering
• Engineering
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• Civil Engineering
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• Computer Engineering
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• Mechanical Engineering
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• Engineering technologies
• Construction Engineering Technology
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• English
• English
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• Foreign languages and literature
• Spanish
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Health professions and related sciences
• Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Communication Sciences and Disorders
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Health/Health-Care Administration
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Pre-Physical Therapy
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Public Health Education and Promotion
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• International Public Health
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Dietetics
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• History
• History
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Homeland security, law enforcement, firefighting, and protective services
• Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
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• Interdisciplinary studies
• Behavioral Sciences
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• International/Global Studies
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• Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies Related
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• Liberal arts/general studies
• Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
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• Mathematics and statistics
• Mathematics
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• Mathematics Related
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• Statistics
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• Natural resources/environmental science
• Environmental Science
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• Parks and recreation
• Kinesiology and Exercise Science
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• Philosophy and religious studies
• Philosophy
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• Christian Studies
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• Physical sciences
• Chemistry
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• Psychology
• Psychology
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• Psychology Related
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• Social sciences
• Anthropology
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• International Relations and Affairs
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• Political Science and Government
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• Sociology
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• Theology and religious vocations
• Biblical Studies
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Missionary Studies and Missiology
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Pastoral Studies/Counseling
  Bachelor's Degree offered for this major.
• Visual and performing arts
• Visual and Performing Arts
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• Dramatic/Theater Arts
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• Film/Cinema/Video Studies
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• Art
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• Music
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• Music Performance
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• Music Theory and Composition
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• Keyboard Instruments
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• Voice and Opera
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• Acceptance Rate
• Applied2,398
• Accepted1,776
• Acceptance Rate74%
• Enrolled4,403
• Female Applicants1,467
• Females Accepted1,099
• Female Acceptance Rate74%
• Male Applicants931
• Males Accepted677
• Male Acceptance Rate72%
• Applying
• Application Fee$45
• Required for All Essay or personal statement
  Transcript of high school record
  Letter(s) of recommendation
  Minimum high school GPA of 2
  
• Required for Some
• Average high school GPA for first-year freshman3.40
• Application Deadlines
• Type Application Closing Notification Date Rolling Admissions
• Fall freshmen September 6th Yes
• Out-of-state Fall freshmen June 9th Yes
• Early decision plan Not Reported
• Other early decision plan Not Reported
• Transfer Yes
• Test Scores Accepted
• Test Average School Accepted 25th Percentile* 75th Percentile*
• SAT Critical Reading 499 430 560
• SAT Math 503 440 570
• SAT Writing 497 440 550
• ACT Composite 21 19 24
• * 25th and 75th percentile is the score that 25/75 percent of students score at or below.

• Tuition
• In-state tuition *$23,998
• Out-of-state tuition *$23,998
• In-district tuitionN/A
• * Tuition costs are based on a full academic year typically extending from September to June.
• Fees
• Full-time student fees$1,770.00
• Room and board *$8,700.00
• Room only *$4,360.00
• * Room and board charges vary according to board plan selected (i.e., 12-meal plan, 19-meal plan, etc.) and student level (freshman, sophomore, etc.)
• Other Payment Considerations
• Guaranteed tuition plan offeredNo
• Tuition pre-payment planNo
• Tuition payment plans offeredInstallments
• Student groups that qualify for full or partial waiver of tuitionEmployees or children of employees

• Gender
• Total Undergraduate Students4,403
• Male Student Percentage37%
• Female Student Percentage63%
• Ethnicity
• Hispanic/Latino23.51%
• Black or African American8.77%
• White or Caucasian50.92%
• American Indian or Alaska Native.91%
• Asian4.79%
• Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander.14%
• Two or more races.75%
• Unknown7.2%
• Other Student Statistics
• International Breakout3.02% representing 25 other countries
• Out-of-state Students10% out-of-state student

• Housing
• College-owned housing available Yes
• Housing Requirements None
• Housing options Female-only housing, Male-only housing
• Percentage of undergraduate students who live in college-owned housing 52%
• Student Activities
• Student-run campus newspaper Yes
• Drama / theater group Yes
• Student-run radio station No
• Student-run television station No
• Marching band No
• Choral groups Yes
• Student Services
• Legal services No
• Health clinic No
• Personal / psychological counseling Yes
• Women's center No
• Student Organizations
• Greek fraternities No
• Greek sororities No
• Local fraternities No
• Local sororities No
• Other organizations Not Reported
• Most popular organizations CBU CRAZIES, University Place-Men, University Place-Women, Student Leadership Groups, Commuter Students
• Campus Security and Safety
• 24-hour emergency telephone / alarm services Yes
• 24-hour patrols by trained officers Yes
• Students patrols Yes
• Late-night transport / escort services Yes
• Electronically-operated dormitory entrances Yes
• Other Not Reported

• Men's Sports
• Sport Intramural Intercollegiate Scholarship
• Baseball No Division X Yes
• Basketball Yes Division X Yes
• Bowling Yes No No
• Cheerleading No Division X Yes
• Cross-country running No Division X Yes
• Football Yes No No
• Golf No Division X Yes
• Soccer No Division X Yes
• Softball Yes No No
• Swimming No Division X Yes
• Tennis Yes No No
• Track No Division X Yes
• Ultimate Frisbee Yes No No
• Volleyball Yes Division X Yes
• Water polo No Division X Yes
• Wrestling No Division X Yes
• Women's Sports
• Sport Intramural Intercollegiate Scholarship
• Baseball No No No
• Basketball Yes Division X Yes
• Bowling Yes No No
• Cheerleading No Division X Yes
• Cross-country running No Division X Yes
• Football Yes No No
• Golf No Division X Yes
• Soccer No Division X Yes
• Softball Yes Division X Yes
• Swimming No Division X Yes
• Tennis Yes No No
• Track No Division X Yes
• Ultimate Frisbee Yes No No
• Volleyball Yes Division X Yes
• Water polo No Division X Yes
• Wrestling No No No

• Faculty Breakout
• Total Faculty460
• Full-time Percentage43%
• Part-time Percentage57%
• Female Percentage50%
• Male Percentage50%
• Student:Faculty Ratio19:1 or 5,454 students to 284 faculty