California Baptist University School of Nursing

California Baptist University (CBU) was founded in 1950 and is affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention. The original campus was in El Monte, California. While only 120 students enrolled the first year, the university soon outgrew its buildings. The university relocated to Riverside and now has a student body of close to 10,000. Over the years, it has been ranked several times as one of the best regional universities. The university is structured into several schools and colleges with varying specialties, including business, music, and nursing.

The CBU School of Nursing offers nursing programs that are accredited by the CCNE and approved by the Board of Registered Nurses (BRN). Students also receive the opportunity to work with professionals to receive their clinical experience. Rotations are completed at a variety of local hospitals and healthcare facilities in the area. These clinical partnerships include the Corona Regional Medical Center, Parkview Community Hospital, and many other locations. The school offers the traditional BSN, MSN, and a doctorate in nursing. Most students complete the BSN program in 4 to 5 years, depending on their completion of the degree requirements. Other programs include paths for students that have already obtained a degree, such as the BSN to MSN path.