California Baptist University College of Arts and Sciences MASTER
Biomedical Sciences
“On behalf of the faculty and staff of the Division of Natural and Mathematical Sciences of the College of Arts and Sciences at California Baptist University, we thank you for considering opportunities to further your education at CBU. Students at CBU have multiple opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge in advanced areas of biological sciences with guidance from professional, caring faculty. The biomedical sciences program will allow you to gain training and experience to fully ‘live your purpose’ by expanding your professional and career goals.”
Thomas E. Ferko, PhD
Associate Dean, Division of Natural and Mathematical Sciences
Program Distinctives
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Accelerated Programming
This accelerated program can be completed in as little as one year.
Career Focused
Courses are designed to prepare students to successfully apply and matriculate to professional programs in the biomedical sciences including medical, dental, pharmacy, physician assistant, veterinary and other programs.
Community Centered
Join a community of scholars who encourage and inspire one another to live their purpose in the biological sciences.
Caring Faculty
Students can expect small classes taught by caring faculty who are dedicated to their success.
Program Details at a Glance
Program Length
40 units
1 year, full time (part-time options are available)
Program Cost*
$38,295
$930 per unit $365 per semester general fee
Program Start Term
Fall (September)
Class Format
Classes are offered Monday–Thursday during the day.
*Based on current academic year. Subject to change.
Accreditation
WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
Our purpose is to help you live yours.
Alumni Highlight
Ian Schultheiss Class of 2021
“My name is Ian Schultheiss and I graduated from CBU in 2021 with a Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences. My original reason for choosing biomedical sciences was because I felt that I needed more preparation for medical school; studying biomedical sciences is a great way to do that! I also grew up in Corona which played into my choice to attend California Baptist University. However, once I arrived at CBU and met the professors, I knew that I was at home and that is why I felt God had put me in the right place. Being at CBU motivated me to take on responsibility and gave me the confidence to act on that responsibility.
I gained a great deal of experience talking with alumni, learning new, relevant material that assisted with my application to medical school, and I built relationships with the professors that I am extremely grateful to have. Whether it was how to strengthen a medical school application or the pharmacokinetics of commonly prescribed medications, I’m entering medical school with a leg up on my classmates which is extremely helpful. I was also allowed to work on a few research projects which helped to make me a much more wellrounded individual.
If I am to say anything to someone who is looking to apply to this program, it would be breathe, this program will help you to get where you want to go! It
is challenging but it is meant to be challenging. It’s built to prepare you for a career in allied healthcare and that means you are training to work with people! Allow yourself to work hard but make it a point to make time for yourself.”
Faculty Spotlight
Bruce Prins, PhD Department Chair, Biological Sciences
I was initially interested in pursuing a biology degree because I had the hope of becoming a veterinarian. I did undertake and receive a bachelor’s degree in biology and learned to deeply enjoy all aspects of it, including human, animal and ecological areas. Following graduation, I was blessed to get a job doing cardiovascular pharmacology research. This opened up opportunities to get into a PhD program in pharmacology, a degree which I received in 1992. I have been teaching at CBU for 20 years and thoroughly love the environment for students of caring faculty and amazing opportunities. In particular, participating in International Service Project trips with students overseas has been very exciting. I also love seeing the wonderful directions our graduates in biological sciences are going and helping students discern the direction God is leading them for their careers and lives!
Admissions Requirements
Application for admission with a $45 application fee.
Official transcript from an accredited college or university reflecting the completion of a baccalaureate degree.
2.75 or last 60/90 unit GPA. Additional opportunities may be available for a student to overcome an unsatisfactory GPA.
Written statement of purpose OR in-person/virtual program interview (student’s choice). Written statement (500-word maximum) or interview will address:
• What are your educational goals?
• How will this program help meet those goals?
• What makes you a good fit for CBU?
Additional requirements may be requested.
Prerequisites
• Prerequisites (completed with a “C” or better): Eight (8) semester units of undergraduate biology
• Recommended Courses:
– General Chemistry I & II
– Organic Chemistry I & II
– Physics I & II
How to Apply
Submit a graduate application at calbaptist.edu/gradapp.
Send official college or university transcripts.
Provide any supplemental documents required.
Ready to take the next step? Follow this QR code to start your application!
Graduate Admissions
8432 Magnolia Avenue Riverside, CA 92504
951.343.4249
calbaptist.edu
College of Arts and Sciences
Department of Biological Sciences 8432 Magnolia Avenue Riverside, CA 92504
951.552.8988
calbaptist.edu/department-of-biological-sciences
