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
2008/2009 Academic School Year
| Graduate Programs |
Tuition |
| Athletic Training |
$454 per unit |
| Business Administration |
$525 per unit |
| Counseling Ministry |
$555 per unit |
| Counseling Psychology |
$555 per unit |
| Education/Credential |
$454 per unit |
| English |
$454 per unit |
| Forensic Psychology |
$555 per unit |
| Kinesiology |
$454 per unit |
| Music |
$454 per unit |
| Nursing * |
$550 per unit |
| Public Administration |
$465 per unit |
Traditional undergraduate courses numbered #0 – 499 $740 per unit
Degree Completion courses numbered #0 – 499 $445 per unit
* For pre-licensure courses, additional lab and equipment fees will apply along with a program fee of $825 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) – on campus |
$255 per semester |
| General Fee (w/4 or fewer units) – on campus |
$125 per semester |
| General Fee (with 5 or more units) – off campus |
$235 per semester |
| General Fee (with 4 or fewer units) – off campus |
$120 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 documents 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.