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Undergraduate Online Admissions


Ms. Jenelle Vine
Director of Undergraduate Online Admissions

Ms. Elizabeth Romo
Office Manager for Online Admissions
Phone 951.552.8525
Toll Free 877.236.1617
eromo@calbaptist.edu

The Undergraduate Online programs were established for the specific purpose of serving the needs of an increasing number of adult and non-traditional students seeking higher education. All Undergraduate Online programs are developed in a fully online format, incorporate a Christian perspective, and are delivered in a year-round semester format to accelerate students toward graduation.

When to Apply

The University implements a rolling admissions practice. Prospective students are encouraged to complete the application process at least four weeks prior to the start of their intended session. Most Online Programs offer two eight-week sessions every semester, providing several admission start dates per year.

Application Procedures

To be considered for admission students are required to submit the following documents:

  • A completed Application for Admission submitted online.

  • Official transcripts from previously attended colleges and universities, submitted to Admissions. *An official high school transcript or the equivalent is required for applicants with fewer than twenty-four (24) completed units.

    Note: Meeting the minimum admissions criteria does not guarantee a student an offer of admission to California Baptist University.

Admission Guidelines

Applicants for Online Programs will be considered according to the following classifications:

Standard

Applicants who submit official high school transcripts showing a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 and (if applicable) official college or university transcripts showing a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (based on a 4.0 scale).

Conditional

Applicants who met standard admission requirement but are missing official transcripts or other documentation may be admitted on a conditional basis.

Provisional

Applicants who do not meet standard entrance requirements may be granted provisional admission under conditions set by the Admissions and Re-entry Committee.

Denial

Denial may occur when an applicant does not qualify for admission in the above categories. California Baptist University also reserves the right to deny admission to applicants who are antagonistic with the philosophy and purpose of the University.

Appeals

Appeals on any decision regarding admission should be made in writing and addressed to the Admission and Re-entry Committee in care of the University. All appeals will be heard by the Committee. The appeals may include a personal interview and additional academic transcripts. Once the appeal is reviewed, the Committee will render a final decision.

The Admission and Re-entry Committee will review students who do not meet the requirements for Standard admission. Upon review of the student's file, one of the following decisions will be rendered: Standard Admission, Provisional Admission, or Denial.

CBU Pre-College Credit (PCC)

With no application fee, eligible high school students can enroll in one pre-approved online asynchronous course every eight-week session at California Baptist University and receive college credit.*

*Acceptance of transfer college credits is up to the receiving institution.

PCC Eligibility

  • Currently enrolled in high school.*

  • Sophomore-equivalent or higher

  • High school weighted GPA 2.5 or higher (current unofficial transcript required)

*High school seniors are not eligible for the Summer semester in which they graduate from high school.

PCC Deadlines

  • Application Deadline: One week prior to the start of the term.

  • Enrollment Deadline: Prior to the start of the term (first day of class).