Many international students at CBU receive some type of financial aid. Financial aid for international students is based on academic achievement, financial need, and involvement at CBU. See our full list of scholarships below: 

Incoming Freshmen**

Trustees Scholarship* - $17,000 

4.0 GPA and above 

College of Engineering Scholarships Ranging from $500 to $5,000 per year
Please contact the College of Engineering at coescholarships@calbaptist.edu.

Journalism Scholarship – Up to $2,000 per year
For further information, contact the department at mpearson@calbaptist.edu or (951) 552-8186. 

Public Relations Scholarship – Up to $2,000 per year
For further information, contact the department at mpearson@calbaptist.edu or (951) 552-8186.

Speech and Debate Scholarship – Up to $2,000 per year
For further information, contact the Department of Communication Arts at (800) 782-3382 ext.4964.

Christian Studies Double Major Scholarships - Up to $3,000 per year
For students who wish to major in Christian Studies in addition to a major outside of the School of Christian Ministries. For more information, visit their website or contact the department at 951.343.4248 or maturner@calbaptist.edu.

School of Performing Arts Scholarships - Music & Theater
Auditions can be arranged throughout the year and virtually. Students are expected to have prepared a selection that shows their range and ability. All styles are accepted. Instrumentalists will be required to sight read. Please visit their website for audition submission instructions.

College of Architecture, Visual Arts & Design Scholarships
Available for students interested in pursuing a degree in: Architecture, Illustration, Interior Design, Graphic Design, Film, Photography, Fine Art, Art Therapy, and Art Education. For further information, please contact CAVAD at rlopez@calbaptist.edu or 951.552.8910.

Athletic Scholarships
Information regarding Lancer Athletics, available sports, and prospective recruitment, please visit the CBU athletics website at cbulancers.com. Interested prospective student athletes should submit a PSA Questionnaire.

Minister's Kin – $3,250 per year
The Minister’s Kin Scholarship assists the dependent children of evangelical ministers. The recipient must be the dependent child of a minister engaged in full-time service as a pastor, chaplain or missionary. For further information, contact International Admissions at 951.343.4690 or international@calbaptist.edu.

Multiple Sibling – $2,000 per year
For families with two or more members who are simultaneously attending the traditional undergraduate program on a full-time basis. Siblings must legally be considered dependent. For further information, contact International Admissions at 951.343.4690 or international@calbaptist.edu.

Global Initiatives Grant

    • Up to $10,000 per year
    • Grant based upon financial need as determined.
    • International financial aid application required.
    • All degree-seeking levels of international students may apply after acceptance

Private scholarships are those offered from organizations, foundations or companies, usually not affiliated with a university. Private donor scholarships are those offered from CBU donors and alumni. You can find many scholarships based on your personal traits, hobbies or planned major. The more effort you put into your search and applications, the more likely you are to get scholarships. Please note that not all private scholarships in the United States or private donor scholarships pertain to International students. Students should check eligibility for any scholarships.

View a list of suggested private and donor scholarships.

 

Contact International Admissions

Email: international@calbaptist.edu
Phone: +1 (951) 343-4690

International Admissions
California Baptist University
8432 Magnolia Avenue
Riverside, CA 92504
United States