California Baptist University

At a Glance Admission, Tuition, Population, and more Updated: July 13, 2024 collegetuitioncompare

California Baptist University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Riverside, CA. It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification. California Baptist University is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission .

85% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 7,990 applied, 6,782 accepted, and 1,612 enrolled in CBU. 583 men and 1,029 women first-time, full-time students enrolled. Admission Stats

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $41,228 for undergraduate programs and $15,562 for graduate programs. Tuition has increased by 3.80% compared to last year at California Baptist University. Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

7,840 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $20,319. For freshmen, 1,301 students (100%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $23,828. Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 11,902 students enrolled CBU in 2025. By gender, 4,128 men and 7,774 women students are enrolled. There are 8,417 undergraduate and 3,485 graduate students. More Demographics Stats

142 Major Programs

19 programs through online 48 graduate programs Associate Bachelor's Master's Doctorate Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of CBU is 62% and the transfer-out rate is 25%. The retention rate is 74% for full-time and 74% for part-time students. Graduation Rate 62% Transfer-out Rate 25% Retention Rate 74% Students to Faculty Ratio 21 to 1 More Stats

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 771 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for CBU and the average faculty salary is $98,746. The studetns to faculty ratio is 21 to 1. There are 1,487 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $83,417. Number of Faculties 771 Average Faculty Salary $98,746 Number of Staffs 1,487 Average Staff Salary $83,417

Special Learning Opportunities

Distance Learning (online classes) ROTC Study Abroad Weekend/Evening College Teacher Certificate Academic/career counseling Employment services for students Placement services Libraries See More

Athletics

California Baptist University is a member of Western Athletic Conference (WAC). See All Members

Riverside, CA