International Admissions
CBU welcomes international students to study at our beautiful campus in sunny Southern California. If you're ready to make the move to CBU, the international admissions counselors can come alongside you through every step of your journey.
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At California Baptist University, education extends beyond the classroom. Founded in 1950, California Baptist University is a comprehensive four-year university with a distinct global vision with world class programs that equip future leaders to transform the world. The quality academic choices offered will help you get a better understanding of your life’s purpose, which you can explore in an environment that nurtures your mind and spirit, and gives you the opportunity to apply your education! Whether you are fresh out of high school, transferring, or coming for a graduate program, CBU is a launching pad of opportunity with resources to help you build your life and live your purpose.
International Admissions is here to help you through the enrollment process when you are ready to get started. Thank you for your interest in CBU - we look forward to welcoming you to Lancer Nation!
California Baptist University
International Admissions
8432 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, CA 92504
+1.951.343.4690
Find Your Program
California Baptist University's world-class programs equip future leaders to transform the world. Whether you're interested in photography or engineering or anything in between, CBU's range of programs, including many STEM-designated programs, will help prepare you to be professionally successful after graduation.
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See Yourself Here
CBU hosts many events and field trips throughout the year to connect international students to the greater CBU community and to provide opportunities to experience life in Southern California.
Expand itemInternational Celebration Week
International Celebration Week is promoted by the U.S. Department of Education and celebrated on college campuses all over the United States. We highlight multiple aspects of culture throughout each day of the week through events that highlight music, food, sports, and games.
Expand itemTaste the Nations
Taste the Nations is our kick-off event each year where students have the opportunity to try food from many different regions of the world, and hear about other ways CBU is engaging in cultural awareness throughout the school year.
Expand itemMidnight Madness
This high-energy event kicks off basketball season by introducing the men's and women's basketball teams to hundreds of cheering students packed into the gym. School spirit is raised with games and relays like the dunk contest and 3-point shootout, and free food and prizes for the fans. You must wear your CBU Crazies T-shirt to get in the door. Tickets sell out quickly.
Expand itemCultural Cafe
Cultural Café is a once-a-month opportunity to highlight and experience a different culture through food, music, games and art. Each month we partner with our international students to provide an opportunity for them to show their culture to the CBU community. This is a chance to experience something new and meet some great people in the process.
Expand itemIntramurals
Interested in sports or want to try something new? Our rec sports teams include: basketball, flag football, volleyball and soccer. Sports are a great way to connect with others who have a similar interest and meet some new people.
Expand itemFestival of Color
Festival of Color is a night to celebrate Indian culture, one of our largest international student population on campus. The evening starts with a bazaar where students can bargain for food, henna, and chai. The bazaar is followed by student performances representing traditional Indian style dancing. Finally we end with the Color Throw, the highlight of the event.
Expand itemTaste the Nations
Taste the Nations is our kick-off event each year where students have the opportunity to try food from many different regions of the world, and hear about other ways CBU is engaging in cultural awareness throughout the school year.
Expand itemFestival of Color
Festival of Color is a night to celebrate Indian culture, one of our largest international student population on campus. The evening starts with a bazaar where students can bargain for food, henna, and chai. The bazaar is followed by student performances representing traditional Indian style dancing. Finally we end with the Color Throw, the highlight of the event.
Expand itemiChapel
We understand our students come from all different backgrounds and beliefs. International Chapel (iChapel) is an opportunity to learn more about Christianity in a smaller, discussion-based setting. As undergraduate students at CBU, you are required to attend 15 chapels in a semester and iChapel is a great way to meet this requirement.
Expand itemTaste the Nations
Taste the Nations is our kick-off event each year where students have the opportunity to try food from many different regions of the world, and hear about other ways CBU is engaging in cultural awareness throughout the school year.
Expand itemCultural Excursions: Oak Glen
Cultural Excursions occur several times a year and are a chance for students to experience diverse cultures across California through food, art, historical sites, music, architecture and lifestyle. In Oak Glen, students can participate in apple picking, a classic autumn activity.
Expand itemTaste the Nations
Taste the Nations is our kick-off event each year where students have the opportunity to try food from many different regions of the world, and hear about other ways CBU is engaging in cultural awareness throughout the school year.
Expand itemOutdoor Adventures: Joshua Tree
CBU offers opportunities for students to embark on outdoor adventures in California and beyond. In past trips, students have traveled to Joshua Tree National Park, San Diego, Yosemite National Park, Utah, and more.
Expand itemLunar New Year
Lunar New Year is an important holiday for many of our international students and we want to celebrate alongside them! Millions of people around the world celebrate Lunar New Year, and every year on campus we ring in this holiday with food, boba milk tea, a photo booth with traditional East Asian clothing, and student and professional performances.
