Undergraduate Transfer Guide 2023-2024

Here. For Your Purpose.

California Baptist University (CBU) believes you are here for a God-given purpose. Your journey is unique—so you deserve an equally unique college experience.

That’s why CBU is here—and has been since 1950.

CBU is a university dedicated to supporting your gifts by providing academic, social and spiritual opportunities in an encouraging, community environment. Backed by a strong, Christian mission, faculty and staff treat you like family while nurturing your interests and intellect. There is no shortage of ways to grow in your knowledge and faith at CBU.

Academically Prepared

Learn your life’s purpose and develop critical thinking skills and experience an engaging learning environment.

Biblically Rooted

Discover more about who God is through Christian staff and faculty, biblical teaching, chapel, Bible studies and small groups.

Equipped to Serve Globally Minded

Experience diverse cultural, religious, ethnic and philosophical perspectives and get involved on a global and local level.

Develop a heart for others through service opportunities and professional training to be ready for the workplace.

More than 80 majors are offered here.

The world needs your skills and talents in healthcare, science, technology, mathematics, business, education, engineering, ministry, music and the arts.

To prepare you for the journey ahead, CBU offers more than 150 majors, minors and concentrations to fit your passion.

Our world-class educational program is complemented by an equally robust Career Center that will help you grow professionally, refine your interview skills and start your new career after graduation.

College of Architecture, Visual Arts and Design

Architecture (BA/M.Arch.)

Art Education (BA)

Art Therapy Studies (BA)

Film (BA)

Fine Art (BA)

Graphic Design and Visual Experience (BA)

Illustration (BA)

Interior Design (BA)

Photography (BA)

College of Arts and Sciences

Actuarial Science (BS)

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BS)

Biology (BS)

Biomedical Sciences (BS)

Chemistry (BS)

Communication Studies (BA)

Creative Writing (BFA)

Criminal Justice (BS)

English (BA)

Environmental Science (BS)

Forensic Chemistry (BS)

Foundational Mathematics (BS)

History (BA)

International Studies (BA)

Journalism and New Media (BA)

Mathematics (BS)

Pharmaceutical Sciences (BS)

Political Science (BA)

Public Relations (BA)

Spanish (BA)

Sports Analytics (BS)

Statistics and Data Analytics (BA)

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences

Anthropology (BA)

Behavioral Science (BA)

Christian Behavioral Science (BA)

Psychology (BA)

Social Work (BSW)

Sociology (BA)

Sport and Performance Psychology (BS)

College of Engineering

Aviation Flight (BS)

Aviation Management (BS)

Biomedical Engineering (BSBME)

Chemical Engineering (BSChE)

Civil Engineering (BSCE)

Computer Science (BCS)

Construction Management (BS)

Electrical and Computer Engineering (BSECE)

Engineering (BSE)

Mechanical Engineering (BSME)

College of Health Science

Communication Sciences and Disorders (BS)

Exercise Science (BS)

Health Science (BS)

Healthcare Administration (BS)

Kinesiology (BA)

Nutrition and Food Sciences (BS)

Physical Therapist Assistant (AS)

Public Health (BS)

Radiologic Sciences (BS)

Sport Management (BS)

College of Nursing

Nursing (BSN)

School of Business

Accounting (BS)

Business Administration (BS)

Entrepreneurship (BS)

Finance (BS)

Marketing (BS)

School of Christian Ministries

Applied Theology (BAT)

Christian Studies (BA)

Intercultural Studies (BA)

Philosophy (BA)

School of Education

Early Childhood Studies (BA)

Elementary Education (BS)

Liberal Arts (BA)

School of Performing Arts

Commercial Performance (BM)

Composition for Stage and Screen (BM)

Instrumental Performance (BM)

Music (BA)

Music Education (BM)

Music for Worship Arts and Ministry (BA)

Piano Performance (BM)

Songwriting (BM)

Studio Production (BM)

Theatre (BA)

Vocal Performance (BM)

Curious about what it is like to study at CBU?

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Already thinking about graduate school?

Visit calbaptist.edu/programs to check out more than 40 different graduate and credential programs.

Wish you were here.

California Baptist University is located in the City of Riverside, a community of more than 330,000 and less than 60 miles from Los Angeles. Situated between the Southern California coastline and Palm Springs, Riverside is close to a remarkable variety of cultural and recreational opportunities.

Need a quick break?

The City of Riverside is a unique community full of opportunity for adventure. Stop by the historic Fox Theater for a concert, explore one of the many coffee shops, take a hike in the beautiful citrus groves or soak in the 284 days of California sunshine.

TAKE

THE PERFECT SIZE

11,496 6,585 162

TOTAL STUDENTS UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS

CAMPUS ACRES

19:1 Student-to-Faculty Ratio

82 Majors and Counting

100% of Incoming Students Will Receive Financial Aid

70+ Clubs and 4-5 On-Campus Events Per Week

10 Dining Options

D1 NCAA Division 1 Athletics

Faith lives here.

GO THEREFORE AND MAKE DISCIPLES OF ALL THE NATIONS, BAPTIZING THEM IN THE NAME OF THE FATHER AND THE SON AND THE HOLY SPIRIT, TEACHING THEM TO OBSERVE ALL THAT I COMMANDED YOU; AND LO, I AM WITH YOU ALWAYS, EVEN TO THE END OF THE AGE.

MATTHEW 28:19—20

Opportunities to grow in your faith:

• Chapel

• Discipleship Group Opportunities

• Local Outreach Opportunities

› Operation Christmas Child

› Children’s Hunger Fund

› Serve Days

› Urban Excursion

• Global Outreach Opportunities

› International Service Projects

• Men’s and Women’s Ministries

• Student Leadership and Internship Opportunities

We are here for the memories.

Community Life’s goal is to enhance students’ experience through purposeful programs and services such as intramural sports, outdoor adventure trips, on-campus events, off-campus excursions, cultural celebrations, commuter programs and student clubs.

We Love Traditions

• Christmas Tree Lighting

• Fortuna Bowl

• International Celebration Week

• Late Night Breakfast

• Midnight Madness

• Residence Life’s Halloween Event

• TWIRP Week

• Yule

NCAA D1 Athletics

Students can attend any home athletics game for free. Come and join over 3,000 people in the Events Center and cheer the Lancers on to victory! All 21 sports offer athletic scholarships.

• Baseball

• Basketball (M/W)

• Cheerleading (W)

• Cross Country (M/W)

• Dance (W)

• Golf (M/W)

• Soccer (M/W)

• Softball

• Stunt (W)

• Swimming/Diving (M/W)

• Track (M/W)

• Volleyball (W)

• Water Polo (M/W)

• Wrestling (M)

CHECK OUT ALL OF OUR TEAMS AT: cbulancers.com

Start here, go anywhere.

The Career Center partners with students in aligning their education and career pursuits by providing opportunities for individual planning, professional development and hands-on experience in their chosen profession.

1,477 Mock Interviews Conducted

4,154 Resume, Cover Letter and LinkedIn Reviews

146 Classroom Presentations

+1,100 Students Working On-Campus Jobs

Where are CBU Alumni employed?

+ Abbott + Apple

+ Buffalo Bills + County of Riverside + ESRI

+ General Motors + Lockheed Martin

+ Loma Linda University Hospital

+ Microsoft

+ NASA

+ Nickelodeon + Southwest Airlines

+ Space X

+ Tesla

+ The Walt Disney Company

From Hi! To Hired!

Kenzie (Mackenzie) Peters

MAY 2023, BACHELOR OF ARTS IN GRAPHIC DESIGN AND VISUAL EXPERIENCE

“The Career Center reviewed my resume last year and gave me some helpful tips on presenting a professional resume. This prepared me for the Magnolia application process and ultimately helped me secure the internship position.”

Andres Coppedge-Calderon

MAY 2021, BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING

“The Career Center has significantly helped me navigate through the process of landing a job. From tailoring resumes to mock interviews, the Career Center has prepared me tremendously to feel more equipped in the professional world.”

Systems Engineer, Naval Surface Warfare Center

Graphic Design Intern, Magnolia

CHECK OUT OUR UPPERCLASSMAN HOUSING OPTIONS HERE:

Transfer Living Options

Upperclassman students have several different apartment-style living areas to choose from, many of which have been recently renovated. Residents have the opportunity to experience events and programs each semester that allow them to build community with their neighbors. Living on campus is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, so make the most of it!

DID YOU KNOW

You can live on campus all four years?

FOR MORE HOUSING INFORMATION, VISIT: calbaptist.edu/housing

Here’s how to become a Lancer

Create an Application

Apply online at calbaptist.edu/apply . We offer rolling admission which means there is no application deadline; we will accept applications throughout the year.

LANCER SELECT

Write a Brief Essay

The application includes a 3–5 paragraph essay, asking “What do you hope to gain from your experience as a student at California Baptist University?” Provide examples from an academic, social and spiritual standpoint.

Pay the $45 Application Fee

This nonrefundable fee can be paid by cash, check or credit card.

Send Us Your Official Transcripts

Official transcripts need to be provided from all colleges and universities you have attended. If you have less than 24 collegiate level units, we also require official high school transcripts.

A special group for our early admitted fall 2024 Lancers.

Take advantage of early access to preview events, an expedited financial aid offer, a discount to the CBU Campus Store and much more! In order to be eligible for Lancer Select, you must submit your fall 2024 CBU application and all required admissions items by the priority application deadline of December 1!

Why invest in CBU?

Personalized Care

As a student-centric university, we do our best to provide clarity and support to a sometimes confusing process. Feel free to reach out to your Admissions Counselor with any questions!

Robust Financial Aid

CBU offers unique scholarship and grant opportunities for our students. From academic and major-specific scholarships, to need-based grants, there are many resources to help finance your educational investment.

What students are saying

“The CBU investment is worth it because of the relationships you will build with your professors will allow you to not only achieve your goals academically, but also set you up for success in whatever future career you aspire to.”

- Lillian, Class of 2022

Class Accessibility

At CBU, none of our programs are impacted, which means students have the opportunity to get the classes they need and ultimately graduate within four years.

“CBU is worth investing in because of the high quality of academics and the personal, hands-on experience that students receive from staff and faculty. Students are challenged in ways that promote spiritual growth and have the opportunity to get involved whether it’s through clubs, events or ministries that create memories that will last a lifetime. “

- Gina, Class of 2023

Types of Financial Assistance

CBU strives to provide students and their families with an affordable Christian education by offering a variety of financial resources.

Government Aid

Government aid is awarded by both the state and federal government as determined by the results of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid at fafsa.gov

Grants

• Cal Grant: Up to $9,358

To be considered, students must submit a FAFSA and the GPA Verification Form. For more information, go to csac.ca.gov.

• Federal Pell Grant: Up to $7,395

• Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG): Up to $2,000

SCAN TO USE THE NET PRICE CALCULATOR TO SEE THE AID YOU MAY BE OFFERED.

CBU’s School Code

001125

Loans

• Federal Direct Student Loan

• Federal Direct Parent Plus Loan

Institutional Aid

Incoming Transfer** Academic Scholarships

• Transfer Platinum: $11,000

3.75 GPA and above

• Transfer Gold: $10,000

3.5–3.74 GPA

Need-Based Grants

• CBU Grant:

A need-based grant awarded by CBU’s Financial Aid Office. Submitting a FAFSA is required to determine eligibility.

• CBU Cal B Assistance: $7,710 for the first year This is for students who qualify for Cal Grant B from the State of California.

• Minister’s Kin: $3,250 per year

• Multiple Siblings: $2,000 per year

• Transfer Blue: $9,000

3.0–3.49 GPA

• Transfer Bronze: $7,000 2.5–2.99 GPA

Department and Major-Specific Scholarships

Department

• Athletics

• Drama

Major Specific

• Architecture

• Art Therapy Studies

• Music

• Speech / Debate

• School of Christian Ministries (Double Major)

• Construction Management

• Engineering

• Film

• Fine Art

• Graphic Design and Visual Experience

• Illustration

• Interior Design

• Journalism and New Media

• Photography

• Public Relations

We’re Often Asked:

How will my units transfer?

How long will it take me to graduate?

How much will it cost to attend CBU?

What’s the benefit of transferring to CBU?

To find answers to these questions and view a list of all schools with transfer agreements, visit calbaptist.edu/transfer

Top 10 Colleges

Students Transfer From:

“I didn’t think moving to another school would make that much of a difference. I went through different community colleges just to try and figure out what I wanted to do, and even when I settled on something everything else still seemed so daunting. Getting to CBU helped me see that this whole thing can be fulfilling, encouraging, and exciting, and having God in the center of it helps keep me grounded. Any other school wouldn’t have given me the same experience.” -

Garrett Alura

1. Riverside City College

2. Chaffey College

3. Mt. San Jacinto College

4. Norco College

5. Mt. San Antonio College

6. Crafton Hills College

7. Moreno Valley College

8. San Bernardino Valley College

9. College of the Desert

10. Orange Coast College

Helpful Resources

Transfer Admissions Counselors:

CBU’s Admissions Office is here to assist you through the application process and answer any questions that you have along the way. Transfer-specific Admissions counselors can be reached directly by calling 951.343.4212.

Transfer Planning Tools:

To better understand which classes transfer to CBU, please reference Transferology and other helpful resources at calbaptist.edu/transfer.

Career Center:

The Career Center is committed to connecting your education with career opportunities after graduation through planning, professional development and internships so that you are prepared to live your purpose. To see how they can kick-start your career, visit calbaptist.edu/career.

Office of Student Success:

CBU is committed to seeing you succeed academically and provides free tutoring, study groups and workshops. Additionally, if you excel in a particular subject, you may be eligible to work as a tutor! Learn more at calbaptist.edu/oss.

Veterans:

CBU is a Yellow Ribbon school. For more information on veteran benefits please, visit calbaptist.edu/veterans.