How to Apply

Congratulations on your decision to obtain your graduate degree or credential. Obtaining your degree is one of the surest ways to improving your career prospects and your ability to make a make a positive difference in the world. Earning a graduate degree may be a daunting challenge in itself so CBU’s Graduate Admissions team is ready to help make the admission process as easy as possible.

Below is a brief list of steps to assist you with the application process:

  1. Complete your online application
  2. Submit a $45 application fee – payable online at CashNet.
  3. Go to www.fafsa.ed.gov for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.  Directions are available on this site and will also appear as you fill out the form online.  You may need to request a PIN number which may take up to 72 hours to receive.  The CBU school code, 001125.
  4. Request official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Transcripts should be sent to Graduate Admissions at CBU.
  5. Arrange for recommendations (Graduate Recommendation Form) to be completed and submitted to the Office of Graduate Admissions.  Completed forms may be faxed to 951.552.8700  
  6. Submit required essays, resume, writing samples and take exams as needed. Graduate Program Essay Requirements 

If you have any questions, please contact CBU Graduate Admissions at 951.343.4249, 877. 228.8877 or graduateadmissions@calbaptist.edu.