California Baptist University College of Nursing
“Though the preparation to become a highly qualified nurse is demanding, the practice of nursing is one of the most noble and rewarding callings that an individual can pursue.”
Karen Bradley, DNP Vice President for CBU Health; Dean, College of Nursing
After completing pre-licensure courses, students apply for RN licensure. This allows students to graduate from the program with workplace experience and a master’s level education.
Students learn clinical skills at CBU’s state-of-the-art Clinical Simulation and Resource Center to gain real-life experience guided by exceptional faculty. Students gain supervised practicum experience with qualified, concentration-specific clinical preceptor partners. 01 02 03
All students complete the same core courses, then can choose a specialty concentration. Each specialty concentration is guided by nationally recognized guidelines and competencies that prepare students for certification in their specialty.
Program Lengths
102–108 units
64 units pre-licensure (4 semesters, full time)
38–44 units post-licensure (6 semesters, part time)
Program Cost*
Pre-Licensure
$61,920
$815 per unit
$365 per semester fee general fee
$2,075 per semester lab fees
Post-Licensure
$27,650–$31,670**
**Estimated tuition + fees
Program Start Term Summer (May)
Pre-Licensure
Weekdays with possible weekend, morning, evening and night clincal hours
Post-Licensure
Either online, asynchronous, or on-campus in-person
*Based on current academic year. Subject to change.
WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
Approved by California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN)
We exist to educate competent, responsible, caring and professional nurses prepared from a biblical worldview to serve locally, nationally and globally; revering the human dignity of all persons created in the image of God.
We believe that nursing is a human science, and the essence of nursing is found in the relationship a nurse establishes with the patient, their family and the community. Integrating the latest science and technology, the College of Nursing combines innovative leadership and nursing theory in order to promote excellence globally.
Students in the College of Nursing train in state-of-the-art facilities designed to prepare students for real-life situations. For pre-licensure students, the Clinical Simulation and Skills Labs are equipped with low fidelity and high-fidelity simulation equipment.
The College of Nursing also features a special simulation room called the “Black Box Room” where nursing students experience an immersive simulation in public health, emergency and cross-cultural situations. Throughout the program, students interact with standardized patients to practice advanced nursing skills.
My name is Meg Matthews, and I am an assistant professor in the College of Nursing. I have been a nurse for 30 years and will be starting my sixth year as faculty. I became interested in nursing while serving on a mission trip to Jamaica, West Indies. I had completed my bachelor’s degree in psychology and decided to do service and was sent to Jamaica. I had planned to stay for 3 months, but it turned into 18 months after working with a nurse there and falling in love with the work.
I applied to nursing school from Jamaica and returned once I started my training in the states. Nursing was, is and always will be my passion. God has shown me the honor it is to walk with people through some of their happiest and darkest moments, bestowed me with the compassion and strength to endure and, for that, I praise Him every day.
My career in nursing included many years of cardiothoracic care and travel nursing in all areas of cardiac care. I traveled across the U.S. and worked in over 22 hospitals before landing my dream job here at CBU. Some of the most fulfilling times of my career have been here at CBU. Working with the students to help encourage their passion for nursing while building their foundation of knowledge has been a blessing every day.
My scholarly interests include instilling the importance of a strong foundation in pharmacology and developing a curriculum to build a strong foundation of practice for our transitioning students as novice nurses after graduation. Recent research has led me outside of the academic setting. I am currently developing a mentorship program at local hospitals to build confidence levels and improve retention for our new graduate nurses during the first year of practice.
*The number of theory and clinical hours required are prescribed by the Board of Registered Nursing. For the first semester, practicum and classroom components of the courses are combined under one course number. Skills laboratory hours are assigned in addition to units above in required courses. **Practicum units must be taken concurrent with corresponding classroom hours.
*Nursing Organizational Leadership and Nursing Informatics students can choose to take NUR 520 Advanced Integrated Concepts instead of NUR 555 Advanced Pathophysiology, NUR 560 Advanced Assessment, and NUR 558 Advanced Pharmacology.
Verified application for admission submitted through NursingCAS.
Official transcripts reflecting the completion of a bachelor's degree in a nonnursing field submitted to NursingCAS.
Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA (or last 60 semester/90 quarter unit GPA) and 2.8 science GPA (GPA consisting of the four science prerequisite classes).
Minimum score of 60% composite on the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS).
Comprehensive essay, in APA format, of no more than 1,000 words (prompt on NursingCAS).
Current resume.
Prerequisite self-evaluation.
Successful interview with the College of Nursing.
An applicant whose first language is not English and/or does not have a degree from an institution where English is the primary language of instruction is required to demonstrate English proficiency by submitting a recent TOEFL or IELTS score.
The following clearances are required upon admission:
• CPR certification
• Background check clearance
• Health clearance
• Drug testing
• Proof of health insurance
• Proof of motor vehicle insurance
• Professional liability and malpractice insurance
Requirements for advancement to the MSN post-licensure courses:
• Successful completion of pre-licensure coursework
• CA Registered Nurse (RN) license within one semester
• Anatomy & Physiology with Lab I ²
• Anatomy & Physiology with Lab II ²
• Human Microbiology with Lab ²
• Organic and Biochemistry with Lab ¹ ²
• Intermediate Composition ¹
• Interpersonal Communication or Oral Communication
• Introductory Statistics or Intermediate Algebra
• Abnormal Psychology
• General Sociology, Cultural Anthropology or Holistic Health (ANT 315)
• Lifespan Development or Developmental Psychology
* Must be completed with grade "C" or higher and approved by the College of Nursing. Prerequisite courses can be completed at CBU.
¹ May require a prerequisite prior to enrollment.
01 Submit an application through nursingcas.org with a $80 non-refundable application fee.
02 Send official transcripts to: NursingCAS Transcript Processing Center P.O. Box 9201, Watertown, MA 02471
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² Online science labs are not acceptable. COVID-19 exceptions apply. All requirements must be complete at the time of application
Complete CBU Supplemental Questionnaire. (You will receive an email with a link to the supplemental questionnaire once NursingCAS application is submitted.)
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Graduate Admissions
8432 Magnolia Avenue Riverside, CA 92504
951.343.4249 calbaptist.edu
College of Nursing
8432 Magnolia Avenue Riverside, CA 92504
951.343.4700 nursing@calbaptist.edu
