California Baptist University Online
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California Baptist University (CBU), a private, liberal arts, Christian university founded in 1950, enrolls nearly 8,000 students. Affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention, CalBaptist offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate degrees through 11 academic divisions. California Baptist University has educational partnerships with universities in Europe and Asia.
Through CBU Online, California Baptist University offers 37 online degree programs in an accelerated format. California Baptist University’s online programs, geared toward adult learners, allow students the flexibility to complete coursework on their schedule.
Online undergraduate degree options include 22 bachelor’s degrees in areas such as Christian ministries, criminal justice, organizational leadership, and interdisciplinary studies.
At the graduate level, students may pursue more than a dozen master’s degrees, including public health, communication, and accounting, as well as two doctoral programs in business administration and public administration.
Online students have access to resources including academic advisors and career services.
CBU Online Recognized as an Online College Leader
TBS has recognized California Baptist University as a leader of online education in the areas of business & management and liberal arts & humanities for having several ranking online programs, offered through the following CBU Departments:
- Department of Arts and Sciences
- Department of History and Government
- Department of Education
- Department of Business
Department of Arts and Sciences
One of six departments in the Division of Online and Professional Studies at California Baptist University, the Department of Arts and Sciences offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs in communications studies, journalism, English, liberal arts, and public relations. With curricula designed to meet the needs of students pursuing careers in the spotlight, the department focuses on professionalism and presentation, with a well-rounded set of knowledge and skills to match.
Through CBU Online, the Department of Arts and Sciences offers online degree programs featured in the following rankings:
Department of History and Government
The Department of History and Government, one of six departments in the Division of Online and Professional Studies at California Baptist University, offers a variety of undergraduate, graduate, and professional online degree programs. Students seeking entry-level and advanced careers in public administration settings develop the knowledge and skills necessary for leadership and success.
Through CBU Online, the Department of History and Government offers online degree programs featured in the following rankings:
Department of Education
One of six departments in the Division of Online and Professional Studies at California Baptist University, the Department of Education offers undergraduate and graduate, and degree programs in fields including education, early childhood studies, and organizational leadership. The department offers flexible options for professional advancement through online degree programs with strong foundational cores and specialization opportunities.
Through CBU Online, the Department of Education offers online degree programs featured in the following rankings:
Department of Business
The Department of Business, one of six departments in the Division of Online and Professional Studies at California Baptist University, offers a variety of online undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees, including an online MBA and online DBA. Students may choose to study topics such as marketing, management, accounting, and business administration, all with the flexibility of online degree programs.
Through CBU Online, the Department of Business offers online degree programs featured in the following rankings:
Accreditation
California Baptist University is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
| Accreditation | Regional (WASC) |
| Public/Private | Private Nonprofit |
| Region | West |
| Acceptance Rate | 65% |
| Retention Rate | 79% |
| Graduation Rate | 56.8% |
| Requires ACT or SAT | SAT or ACT |
| Cost Per Credit (In-State/Out-of-State) | Undergrad: $547/$547 Grad: $643/$643 |
CBU Online Degree Programs
STUDENT TESTIMONIALLast summer, at the age of 17, I decided to open my own online clothing store. This means I work from home frequently, and wouldn’t be able to bring my business to school with me. I have experienced commuting to college for a course I took junior year in high school, and didn’t imagine myself doing that full-time. I had to face the challenging decision of experiencing a “normal” college life and doing something that would benefit my own career path.
After an extreme amount of thought, I decided that an online degree program would be the best fit for me. I’ll be starting in the fall and am ready to see how far my hard work and perseverance will take both me and my business!— Samantha, B., BBA , California Baptist University
California Baptist University Featured in TBS Rankings
- Ranked among the Best Online Colleges in the US 2023
- Ranked among The Best Online Colleges in California
- Ranked among The 30 Best Online Christian Colleges
Online Bachelor’s Degrees
- BA in Business Administration
- BA in Business Administration: Logistics and Operations
- BA in Business Administration: Management
- BA in Christian Ministries
- BA in Communication Studies
- BA in Early Childhood Studies
- BA in English
- BA in Graphic Design and Digital Media
- BA in Human Services
- BA in Liberal Studies
- BA in Liberal Studies: English
- BA in Liberal Studies: Human Development
- BA in Liberal Studies: Kinesiology
- BA in Liberal Studies: Social Science
- BA in Organizational Leadership
- Political Science
- BA in Psychology
- BA in Public Administration
- BA in Public Relations
- BA in Sociology
- BA in Sport, Recreation and Fitness Management
- BS in Accounting
- BS in Computer Information Technology
- BS in Criminal Justice
- BS in Kinesiology
- BS in Marketing
- BS in Nursing for Registered Nurses
- BS in Public Health
Online Master’s Degrees
- MA in Communication
- MA in Organizational Leadership
- MA in Public Relations
- MPA Public Administration
- MPH Public Health
- MS in Counseling Psychology
- MS in Education
- MS in Education: Disability Studies
- MS in Education: Early Childhood Studies
- MS in Education: Educational Leadership
- MS in Education: Teaching
- MS in Information Technology Management
- MS in Kinesiology
- MBA in Accounting
- MBA in General Management
- MS in Accounting
