Application Process
Congratulations on taking the next step toward a bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree online through CBU! An advanced degree can provide new opportunities for career and personal growth, as well as catalyze positive impact for others and the communities we live and work in. Our team is ready to support you throughout the admissions process. Let’s get started!
To be considered for admission, students are required to submit the following documents:
- A completed Application for Admission submitted online at https://www.calbaptist.edu/apply.
- Official transcripts from previously attended colleges and universities, submitted to Admissions, and a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average.
*An official high school transcript or the equivalent with a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average is required for applicants with fewer than twenty-four (24) completed units
Official electronic transcripts sent to cbuonline@calbaptist.edu are preferred but if the school does not offer that option, you can have the hard
copy sealed transcripts sent to:
California Baptist University
Attn: Online Admissions
8432 Magnolia Avenue
Riverside, CA 92504
- Application for admission with a $45 application fee.
- Official transcript from an accredited college or university reflecting the completion of a baccalaureate degree.
- Minimum 2.75 GPA on last 60/90 units. Additional opportunities may be available for a student to overcome an unsatisfactory GPA.
- Written statement of purpose OR in-person/virtual program interview (student's choice). Written statement (500-word
maximum) or interview will address:
- What are your educational goals?
- How will this program help meet those goals?
- What makes you a good fit for CBU?
- Additional requirements may be requested.
Meeting standard admission requirements does not guarantee admission into graduate program of choice.
Submit all items by fax, email or mail to:
Graduate Admissions
California Baptist University
8432 Magnolia Ave
Riverside, CA 92504
FAX: (951) 552-8700
graduateadmissions@calbaptist.edu
- Application for admission with a $45 application fee.
- Official transcript from an accredited college or university reflecting the completion of a master's degree.
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative or last 60/90 unit GPA. Additional opportunities may be available for a student to overcome an unsatisfactory GPA.
- Written statement of purpose OR in-person/virtual program interview (student's choice). Written statement (500-word
maximum) or interview will address:
- What are your educational goals?
- How will this program help meet those goals?
- What makes you a good fit for CBU?
- Additional requirements may be requested.
Meeting standard admission requirements does not guarantee admission into graduate program of choice.
Submit all items by fax, email or mail to:
Graduate Admissions
California Baptist University
8432 Magnolia Ave
Riverside, CA 92504
FAX: (951) 552-8700
graduateadmissions@calbaptist.edu