Biola University is a nationally ranked Christian university in beautiful Southern California. Founded in 1908, Biola offers biblically centered education, intentional spiritual development and vocational preparation in a unique learning community where all faculty, staff and students are professing Christians.

Biola is consistently ranked among the nation’s foremost Christian universities by U.S. News & World Report. Biola’s nine schools offer more than 150 academic programs at the bachelor’s through doctoral levels, enrolling over 6,000 students in La Mirada, online, and in distance programs worldwide. Biola is home to the Torrey Honors College, a world leading, classically based honors program for students of any major, and the Stewart Honors program for STEM students.

Biola’s 95-acre campus is less than 25 miles from iconic Southern California locations. Biola’s athletic program competes in NCAA Division II. Over 97% of Biola students receive financial aid.

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Application Deadline

Rolling Admissions

Acceptance Rate

61%

SAT Range

1080-1310

ACT Range

22-29

Application Fee

SAT/ACT

Considered but not required

High School GPA

Required

Accepts Common App

Cost

Net Price

$29,123 / year

National

$15,523

Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Average Total Aid Awarded

$28,421 / year

National

$7,535

Students Receiving Financial Aid

100%

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Professors

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Student Faculty Ratio

13:1

Evening Degree Programs

95%

of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 130 responses

73%

of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 166 responses

58%

of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 165 responses

Majors

Nationally Leading Honors Education

The Torrey Honors College brings together curious, sharp thinkers from all majors and backgrounds to pursue goodness, truth, and beauty. Read and discuss culture-shaping texts in tightly-knit cohorts, exploring enduring questions together while guided by faculty mentors. It’s an innovative classical honors program with Christ at the center.

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Programs Offered Entirely Online

Offers Online Courses

Yes

Online Certificate Programs

Online Associates Programs

Online Bachelor's Programs

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Mix of Online and on Campus
40%
On Campus
54%
Online
6%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

3,289 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

307

Undergrads Over 25

Pell Grant

24%

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Poll

What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?

Based on 111 responses

Christ centered students
28%
World Influencers and Thinkers for Christ
28%
Friendly
24%
Genuine
12%
Sheltered and Friendly
3%
Family
2%
Hipsters
2%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus

73%

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92%

of students say they don't have Greek life. 157 responses

Poll

67%

of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 206 responses

Poll

What one word or phrase best describes your school?

Based on 117 responses

Helping students to impact the world for the Lord
46%
Think Biblically about everything
20%
A place to grow spiritually
13%
Glory to God
12%
Sheltered
5%
Home away from home
2%
Underrated
2%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$44,500 / year

National

$33,028

Graduation Rate

70%

National

49%

Employed 2 Years After Graduation

92%

National

83%

91%

of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 80 responses

Biola University Reviews

2,284 reviews

I am about to enter my third year at Biola, and so far I have enjoyed my experience. I have learned valuable and practical knowledge and skills to apply to the business world, have made connections that exposed me to amazing opportunities, and have received a biblically based education which was one of my top priorities back when I was looking for schools. Although, If I could change one thing, it would be the option to opt out of meal plans regardless of housing status. I would love to save money by cooking my own food. This way, I could have more money go towards my tuition. Overall, I have had a great experience and am looking forward to returning this fall!

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The biblical studies department is the best of its kind for undergrad in the country. It has amazing professors and the education is phenomenal! I grew so much in my faith there, especially intellectually. However, unless you're naive (homeschooled, private school, sheltered, etc..) or right out of high school, you will most likely have trouble fitting in and most likely get misunderstood. It can be dangerous for transfers and older students living on campus. I've had conversations with Campus Safety and even campus safety notices it, it's called "the biola bubble." I would strongly recommend transfers and older students with more life experience to not live on campus. Other then that, fantastic education!

I love the culture amongst the students and between the faculty and students during class. As a biological sciences major, I especially loved the biology classes and how each class started with a bible verse that was relevant to the topic we were studying in class that day. I am also in the Torrey Honors program, and that curriculum and mentorship has been life-altering in regards to my thought processing, critical thinking, and community. I absolutely love this university!

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