Helping parents understand dorm options, safety, accessibility, and what to expect at California Baptist University.
California Baptist University offers on-campus housing for students in a variety of residence halls and apartment-style communities. Housing priority is given to freshmen, with upperclassmen and graduate students eligible for apartment and suite-style options.
Application Process: Students apply for housing through the CBU housing portal after receiving their admission letter. A housing deposit is required to secure a placement. Assignments are made on a rolling basis.
Faith Community: CBU's residential communities are shaped by the university's Christian mission. Residential Life programming emphasizes spiritual formation, community, and accountability in alignment with CBU's Statement of Community Standards.
Meal Plans: On-campus residential students are required to have an active meal plan. The Commons dining hall and other campus eateries accept meal plan swipes and declining-balance dollars.
Riverside, California, CA
university
11,600 total students
6 dorm buildings reviewed on DormScouter
| Dorm | Overall ★ | Safety ★ | Cleanliness ★ | Reviews | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Joshua Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Heritage Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Canyon Hall | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Lancer Hall | — | — | — | 0 | 🍳 Shared Kitchen |
| The Cottages | — | — | — | 0 | 🍳 Shared Kitchen |
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