International Admissions
At California Baptist University, international students pursue world-class academic programs that lead to purpose-filled careers—in one of the most vibrant regions of the U.S., just an hour from Los Angeles—on a safe, welcoming and state-of-the-art campus.
In This Section
— Get a glimpse of what it’s like to be an international student at CBU —
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A Glimpse of CBU
At CBU, students from over 60 countries choose to study in the heart of Southern California — where innovation, industry and opportunity meet. Whether you're looking for a high-quality degree, post-graduation work opportunities or a vibrant and supportive campus community, CBU delivers a well-rounded education with a strong return on investment. CBU combines the scale and energy of a large NCAA Division I university with the personalized support of a private institution. You don’t have to choose between big-school opportunity and small-school care — at CBU, you get both.
11,931
Total Students
300+
International Students
62
Countries Represented
21:1
Student Faculty Ratio
70+
Clubs and 4-5 on-campus events per week
40+
Graduate Programs
80+
Majors
95%
OPT-hired rate
26°C
Average Temperature
International Alumni Testimonials
Discover how attending CBU has transformed the lives of international students—through a rigorous yet supportive academic experience, a vibrant community that fosters personal and spiritual growth, and a purpose-driven education that equips them for a meaningful career.
Joao Vitor (JV) Grazziotin is an international two-time alumnus from Brazil who shares his passion for designing meaningful spaces and the experiences they create, and offers insight into the community and preparation for a career he found at CBU.
Chitra Raghu is an international alumna who shares her experience of attending college overseas and how CBU felt like her home away from home.
Peter Koo is an international alumnus who turned his passion for sports into purpose and utilized the skills he learned in his program to return home and start a professional football club, going on to become the General Manager of the Cambodian Premier League.
We sat down with international alumnus Deepak Teja to hear about his inspiring journey at CBU and beyond. Today, he leads a company in India that supports colleges and universities around the world—including CBU—living out his purpose by giving back and making a global impact.
Interested in attending CBU and located in India?
To connect with Deepak directly, contact cbuindia@calbaptist.edu.
— Connect with current International students at California Baptist University —
We’ll connect you directly with an ambassador who is the best fit for you.
To view employment data that shows where CBU international students are getting hired, click the University Insights tab below.
The #3 college campus in America. Come see why.
Visit CBU – in person or virtually. We would love to meet you.
Located in sunny Southern California, the stunning 162-acre campus at California Baptist University sits in the heart of Riverside’s historic Magnolia Avenue district—just a short drive from some of the state’s most popular beaches and mountain resorts. The campus features world-class facilities including a dedicated architecture lab, cutting-edge nursing and exercise physiology centers, an advanced aviation training center and flight school, modern business and engineering buildings, a fully equipped graphic design studio, 12 diverse dining venues, a three-story student recreation center, and a state-of-the-art, 5,050-seat sports and events arena—just to name a few.
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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— Meet the International Admissions Team —
Daphne Kieling
Senior International Admissions Counselor
dkieling@calbaptist.edu
Office: +1.951.343.4481 Cell: +1.951.386.6632 Serves Africa, Middle East & South Asia
Connect with me on WhatsApp!
Rachel Fouts
International Admissions Counselor
rfouts@calbaptist.edu
Office: +1.951.552.8516 Cell: +1.951.215.1740 Serves the Americas, Europe & Athletes
Schedule an Appointment with Me!
Joshua Daily
Senior International Admissions Counselor
Office: +1.951.343.4328 Cell: +1.951.227.8488 Serves East and Southeast Asia, & Oceania
jdaily@calbaptist.edu
Schedule an Appointment with Me!
Joseph Gemignani
Director of International Admissions
Office: +1.951.552.8122 Cell: +1.951.227.8506 Serves Readmits
jgemignani@calbaptist.edu
Schedule an Appointment with Me!
— Meet the Other International Teams —
International Programs
Intensive English Program available on campus
International Student and Scholar Services