Life at CBU

What’s it like at CBU?

As a student at CBU, you’ll find that friendships come easy and most people are up for a spontaneous adventure and a deep meaning-of-life conversation—sometimes in the same night. Of course, adjusting to college has its challenges, but CBU is here to ensure your college years are some of the best of your life.

So take advantage of all we offer: Live on campus, meet classmates for coffee at Wanda’s, join a small study or form an intramural volleyball team.

Make your CBU experience your own.

CAMPUS AMENITIES

A college experience isn’t quite complete until you move on campus. Join the 40% of CBU’s undergraduate students who choose dorm life, and pack your toothbrush because you’ll feel right at home once you get here.

HOUSING

Your CBU dorm (or apartment) isn't just a place to crash for a nap between classes (although we highly recommend that). It’s a place where life—and growth—happens. Your residence staff plans parties and trips to foster community. And eventually your floormates will become some of your best friends.

DINING

Breakfast burritos. Cheeseburgers. Smoothies. And of course, lots and lots of coffee. Our food is consistently ranked as the best in California universities (according to student polls). We designed CBU’s dining areas to encourage community and we hope meal times will be where you meet new friends, catch up with old ones or fuel up for a group study session.

ATHLETICS & FITNESS

Amid the busyness of college life, exercise is one of the best ways to reduce stress. Join an intramural team or stop by CBU’s Recreation Center, which has everything from weight lifting machines to group cycling classes. And it’s all free for students to use.

CAMPUS COMMUNITY & CULTURE

California Baptist University is located in the city of Riverside, a community of just over 300,000 and less than 60 miles (95 kilometers) from Los Angeles. Situated between the Southern California coastline and Palm Springs, Riverside is close to a remarkable variety of cultural and recreational opportunities. There is so much to do in and around CBU, and so many opportunities to make real, lasting friendships.

SPIRITUAL LIFE

At CBU, you can join one of the many on-campus small groups, where relationships develop through food, life stories, deep questions and spiritual conversations. Serve the community through numerous outreach opportunities. Join a legacy of CBU students who are making a tangible difference in the world.

COMMUNITY LIFE

You may not know what Midnight Madness or Fortuna Bowl is yet, but you will. These are the signature events we love so much we repeat them every year. Are you a writer? A Mario Kart player? An advocate for social justice? There’s a club for you at CBU.

ARTS & THEATRE

All CBU students are encouraged to participate in the productions that occur at Wallace Theatre throughout the year. Students work with faculty and staff on all aspects of production to create a truly collaborative environment where students grow and flourish.

INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS

Students at CBU come from all over the world and represent many different cultures. While there are many opportunities to integrate into the American life, there will also be opportunities to share your own culture and learn about others'.

CULTURAL EVENTS

CBU hosts several cultural events throughout the year from Lunar New Year to the Festival of Colors. Each year, we kick things off with Taste the Nations, where students have the opportunity to try food from many different regions of the world.

CONVERSATION PARTNER PROGRAM

The conversation partner program pairs domestic and international students who will then meet once a week for a minimum of one hour. Students will not only improve their English but also have an opportunity to learn about one another's country and culture throughout their conversations.

INTERNATIONAL CENTER

The International Center on campus provides academic and immigration advising for international students, hosts events and ongoing programs to promote cultural understanding across campus and serve as a bridge to connect international students to the greater CBU community.