As tuition has steadily increased at many colleges and universities around the country, California Baptist University has chosen to hold the line as much as possible. As a result, our costs remain lower than a significant number of private schools. At CBU, we believe a college education should be affordable, and by keeping tuition costs as low as possible while enabling graduate students to secure generous financial aid, we’ve remained within reach of many public institutions of higher education. Today, more and more students are able to enjoy the quality education provided at California Baptist University. That’s a legacy we’re proud of.
Graduate and Credential
Costs and Financial Information
2010/2011 Academic School Year
| Graduate Programs |
Tuition |
| Athletic Training* |
$524 per unit |
| Business Administration |
$547 per unit |
| Counseling Ministry |
$577 per unit |
| Counseling Psychology |
$577 per unit |
| Disability Studies |
$474 per unit |
| Education/Credential |
$474 per unit |
| English |
$474 per unit |
| Forensic Psychology |
$577 per unit |
| Kinesiology |
$474 per unit |
| Music |
$474 per unit |
| Nursing ** |
$572 per unit |
| Public Administration |
$485 per unit |
Traditional undergraduate courses numbered #0 – 499 $879 per unit
Degree Completion courses numbered #0 – 499 $469 per unit
*A $500 per semester program fee will apply.
** For pre-licensure courses, additional lab and equipment fees will apply along with a program fee of $1,300 per semester.
| Non-Refundable |
FeesTuition |
| Application Fee |
$45 one-time fee |
| Tuition Deposit (new students only) |
$100 one-time fee |
| General Fee (w/5 or more units) |
$355 per semester |
| General Fee (w/4 or fewer units) |
$175 per semester |
| Optional Health Information Fee |
$625 per semester |
This is not a comprehensive list. For more information on tuition and fees, please see the attached fee schedule below.
Payment Options
1. Payment in full
2. Financial aid (scholarships and loans)
3. Employer reimbursement (check with your employer)
4. Payment plan
The university reserves the right, with or without notice, to change tuition and fees when necessary.