Biola University
Founded in 1908, Biola University is an Evangelical Christian University in the Los Angeles metro area with a focus on Bible-centered education. Biola offers over 150 academic majors and programs and every student is required to complete 30 credits of Bible and theology classes. As an evangelical institution, Biola holds regular chapel and all students are required to attend at least 20 services per semester. During spring semester, Biola is the site of the Missions Conference which provides students the opportunity to interact with missionaries.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Undenominational
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
Yes
ACT
Yes
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision Acceptance is binding so student must attend college if accepted. | November 15, 2018 | |
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 15, 2020 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | March 1, 2020 | |
| Spring Regular Decision | November 15, 2018 | |
| Other | January 15, 2019 |
Admitted Student Stats
43%
Submitting ACT
75%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 26
Average SAT Composite: 1186
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
6,172
Total Number of Undergrads
4,048
Classroom Sizes
0
100
52%
Graduate in 4 Years
US National: 28%
0
100
70%
Graduate in 6 Years
US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
14:1
US National: 21:1
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $40,488
|
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $40,488
|
Additional Costs
Room and Board
The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
|
$11,312
|
| Books and Supplies | $1916
|
Aid & Grants
0
100
58%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
Students Receiving Grants
Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
30%
Average Aid Per Year
$18,028
30%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,699
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$14,659
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans
Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
61%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$8,661
Average Debt at Graduation
The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$19,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment
The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$257
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
60
Size of Town
Suburb or town
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Housing
0
100
64%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Eagles
School Colors
red and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Los Angeles
Orange
San Francisco
San Diego
Seattle
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
51%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$50,700
What Students Are Saying
4.25
Average Rating
Biola University is a magnificent place that truly cares about the student, and does not view them as numbers. It is a place to grow spiritually, and grow closer to God as well as making lifelong friendships during your college journey. The academics are also outstanding, and may lead you to success in your career and future endeavors elsewhere.
Nigel from South Gate, CA
Biola helps you grow spiritually, educationally, and socially. This is just my first semester here and I already have a sense of what my purpose is in life. It's a safe place filled with amazing people; everyone is super friendly!
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