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Biola University

Biola University is a medium, private institution located in La Mirada, ca. Founded in 1908, Biola University offers undergraduate degrees in 85 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics Division 2
undergraduates 3,474 undergraduates
cost $44,382 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Biola University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 56.6%
SAT score average 1250
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.66
Application fee N/A
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Key deadlines

June
30
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Biola University is known for one of its top majors: Business Administration, Management and Operations. Their student-faculty ratio is 13:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
13 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Other
Social Sciences and Psychology
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Education and Teaching
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Public Policy and Administration

Popular majors

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Theological and Ministerial Studies
Psychology, General
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Education, General

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $44,382
Additional expenses
Room & board $10,522
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $3,792
Cost of attendance* $59,896
Average financial aid package $31,338
Estimated cost $28,558 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $44,382
Additional expenses
Room & board $10,522
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $3,792
Cost of attendance* $59,896
Average financial aid package $31,338
Estimated cost $28,558 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Biola University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,474, with gender binary students split 39% male and 61% female.

Total enrollment

5,296

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
19%
African American %
2%
Hispanic American %
12%
Asian %
7%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
4%
Unknown %
56%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Biola University, students love their Adventure Club. Student athletes compete in Division 2 sports.

Campus info

map 13800 Biola Ave, La Mirada, CA 90639-0001
phone 562-903-6000
address https://www.biola.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Adventure club

Guerilla film society

Biola cross-fit

Xopoc dance team

Lacrosse club

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 2
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Biola University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Biola University?

Biola University is located in La Mirada, ca.

What is the acceptance rate at Biola University? 

The acceptance rate for Biola University is 57%.

What’s the average GPA for Biola University?

The average high school GPA for Biola University students was 3.66.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Biola University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Biola University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $239,584.

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