California Baptist University
- B+Overall Grade
- 4 Year
- Riverside, CA
- 2,612 reviews
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- AcademicsB
- ValueB+
- DiversityA
- CampusA+
- AthleticsA-
- Party SceneC-
- ProfessorsB+
- LocationB-
- DormsA+
- Campus FoodA+
- Student LifeA
- SafetyA-
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I (without football)
Athletic Conference
Western Athletic Conference
From California Baptist University
California Baptist University (CBU) is one of the top private Christian colleges and universities in Southern California. CBU offers bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs in Riverside, San Bernardino and online.
California Baptist University believes each person has been created for a purpose. CBU strives to help students understand and engage this purpose by providing a Christ-centered educational experience that integrates academics with spiritual and social development opportunities. Graduates are challenged to become individuals whose skills, integrity and sense of purpose glorify God and distinguish them in the workplace and in the world.
California Baptist University Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
80%
SAT Range
990-1200
ACT Range
19-25
Application Fee
$45
SAT/ACT
Recommended
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
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Cost
Net Price
$24,170/ year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$20,485/ year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
95%
Academics
Professors
B+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
14:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
- 87%
- of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.166 responses
- 80%
- of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.213 responses
- 64%
- of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.212 responses
Majors
Most Popular Majors
Business
187 GraduatesNursing
164 GraduatesPsychology
158 GraduatesKinesiology and Exercise Science
116 GraduatesLiberal Arts and Humanities
71 GraduatesCriminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
64 GraduatesEarly Childhood Education
54 GraduatesBiology
42 GraduatesCommunication Disorders
42 GraduatesAccounting
39 Graduates
Online
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
6,859Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
996
Undergrads Over 25
16%
Pell Grant
41%
Varsity Athletes
5%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
70%
Poll
- 83%
- of students say they don't have Greek life.217 responses
Poll
- 67%
- of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.282 responses
After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$42,600/ year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
55%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
91%
National
83%- 92%
- of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.130 responses
California Baptist University Reviews
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I love how the staff is very approachable and understanding, they are willing to help their students succeed in every area possible. The courses are interesting helping students to stay engaged in their academics! They have amazon worship services that allows student to grow academically and spiritually. I am
Currently a graduate student, and I wish I went to this school for my undergrad. I would
Recommend this school for anyone looking to grow naturally, spiritually, and academically.
Currently a graduate student, and I wish I went to this school for my undergrad. I would
Recommend this school for anyone looking to grow naturally, spiritually, and academically.
CBU is a fantastic school. Everything about it blows all others out of the water. Come here to further your faith, build godly friendships, have an insane amount of fun, get involved in... well, everything, watch excellent athletic or music performances, create lasting memories, learn about the subjects you love, hone your craft, get real-world experience, become well-rounded and prepared for your future, and connect with professors as mentors and friends. I couldn't ask for a better school. Seriously pray and ask God if this is His will for you to attend-- we hope you will! LANCE UP!
I have to commend myself because this university was my first choice. A very clean and orderly campus, with so much potential to grow among many other competing campuses just like it. I adore the student/faculty ratio and it's actually why I chose the school in the first place. Also, free parking--who doesn't enjoy that. However, it is still very Baptist-rooted and for the very liberal, it may seem too traditional but it is still a very opportunistic school with many chances to uncover your full learning potential. Love the programs, love the menu selections, BUT PLEASE UPGRADE THE WIFI!