Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Riverside, California |
| Online | calbaptist.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Religious Affiliation | Southern Baptist |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
California Baptist University (CBU), established in 1950, is a private, liberal arts university located in Riverside, California, within close proximity to the vibrant city of Los Angeles. Defined by its Christian mission, the campus is known for its Mission Revival architecture, which complements its suburban setting. CBU offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs, with notable emphasis on health-related fields, engineering, business, and education. The university upholds a moderately selective admissions process. On-campus living is available to students, with multiple residence options accommodating a significant portion of the student body. While the university supports a variety of student-run athletics, California Baptist University is particularly recognized for its competitive swimming and diving teams, competing as the Lancers at the NCAA Division I level.
In the most recent statistical year 7,654 prospective students applied, and 6,117 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,303 enrolled in the school. 9,354 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,141 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $35,958 plus fees of $2,100. California Baptist University is ranked 742 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Outcomes
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California Baptist University is rated within the lower 43% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for California Baptist University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#742 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#479 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#48 in Best Colleges in California
#31 in Best Private Colleges in California
#57 in Best Value Colleges in California
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 960/1150 |
| ACT | 18/25 |
| GPA | 3.58 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $45 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,152 |
| Other Fees | $2,100 |
| Room and Board | $11,210 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,052 |
| Total One Year Cost | $53,472 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 13% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 12% |
| Health Professions | 11% |
| Psychology | 8% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=110361 IPEDS survey data for California Baptist University.
Current students may use the California Baptist University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.