California Baptist University: what international applicants need

What are California Baptist University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

California Baptist University admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is California Baptist University's acceptance rate?

84.9% for students who started in fall 2024: California Baptist University admitted 6,782 of its 7,990 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does California Baptist University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. California Baptist University is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

How much is California Baptist University's application fee for international students?

California Baptist University's application fee is $45 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does California Baptist University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. California Baptist University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does California Baptist University accept?

California Baptist University lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, Duolingo English Test, PTE Academic, and Cambridge English as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does California Baptist University accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests California Baptist University accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does California Baptist University require?

California Baptist University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does California Baptist University require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. California Baptist University requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does California Baptist University have?

155 of California Baptist University's 8,417 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1.8%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does California Baptist University cost for international students?

California Baptist University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $41,228, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $12,140. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $58,878 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source