Undergraduate Admissions
Are you ready to live your purpose?
We invite you to come explore our beautiful, 162-acre campus and experience what it is like to be an undergraduate student at CBU.
Transfer students, CBU has several helpful resources to better understand how your units may transfer to CBU!
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Fall in Love with CBU
At California Baptist University, education is multi-dimensional and extends beyond the classroom. The quality academic choices offered can help you get a better understanding of your life’s purpose, which you can explore in an environment of support that fosters your mind and spirit, and gives you the opportunity to apply newly acquired skills. Whether you are fresh out of high school or transferring from another college, CBU is a launching pad of opportunity with resources to help you build your life and live your purpose.
Undergraduate Admissions | 8432 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, CA 92504 | (951) 343-4212
Majors and Minors
Pursue a path unique to you — your beliefs, your interests and your goals — through CBU's array of majors, minors and online undergraduate programs.
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How to Apply to CBU
Congratulations on your decision to take the next step and apply for enrollment at California Baptist University, one of the best Christian colleges and universities in Southern California. The Spring 2025 application is now open! The Fall 2025 application will open on September 12, 2024.
Student Life
Adjusting to college has its challenges, but CBU is here to ensure your college years are some of the best of your life. CBU offers a myriad of events and clubs on campus to help you make lasting friends and memories.
Making College Affordable
Figuring out how to finance your college education is one of the most important (and complicated) challenges – but you are not alone in this – CBU is here to help!
Learn More About CBU
Looking for more information?
Thank you for your interest in California Baptist University. We are looking forward to helping you get the information you are looking for. Complete an inquiry form at the link below and you will receive information via email and by phone.
Visit
If you are considering becoming a part of the CBU family, you should take some time to get familiar with the campus. We have created a virtual tour just for you.
While we have designed the virtual tour to give you a comprehensive view into the CBU campus experience, you really have to visit us for yourself to truly understand why people love it here. Whichever you choose, we look forward to meeting you here at CBU.
Expand itemSee yourself at Midnight Madness.
Cheer alongside hundreds of other CBU students in this high-energy event, which kicks off basketball season. School spirit is raised with games and relays like the dunk contest and 3-point shootout, and free food and prizes for the fans.
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CBU has numerous labs on campus that are used for a variety of majors and courses. Students have easy access to these labs, unlike at other, larger universities.
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Many majors, such as nursing, require internships and fieldwork to give you hands-on experience in your field.
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Make memories that will last by taking part in the many activities and clubs available on campus, such as the Botany Club or the Chess Club.
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CBU’s campus has many spots where you can study, such as the library, dining rooms and lounges. The sunny Southern California weather also allows you to study outdoors comfortably year-round.
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Students of all majors and interests can relax and be out in nature in CBU’s gardens, which include lavender, sunflowers, tomatoes, lettuce and a citrus grove. Some science classes also use the gardens for learning outside the classroom.
Connect With Us
Follow us on Instagram for updates on important admission events, reminder of key dates, and more importantly, a sneak peek at life as a CBU Lancer.
Next Steps
Join our community. At CBU, you’ll be challenged to become an individual whose skills, integrity, and sense of purpose glorify God and distinguish you in the world.