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Undergraduate Admissions

Are you ready to live your purpose?

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We invite you to come explore our beautiful, 162-acre campus and experience what it is like to be an undergraduate student at CBU. 

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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

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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.

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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.

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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.