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Biola UniversityLa Mirada, CA |
Main Address13800 Biola Ave La Mirada, CA 90639-0002 www.biola.edu |
Admission Office13800 Biola Avenue La Mirada, CA 90639-0001 (562) 903-4752 Fax : (562) 903-4709 admissions@biola.edu Contact : Amanda Slaughter Associate Vice President of University Admissions |
Type of SchoolMedium Private university Bible college 4-year school Coed Regionally Accredited Western Association of Schools and Colleges Interdenominational College Board Code: 4017 |
Quick FactsPercentage of students graduating within 6 years : 74.0% Total undergraduates : 4,043 First-time degree-seeking freshmen : 841 Percentage of financial need met (average) : 61.0% Average financial aid package : $26,680.00 In-State Tuition : $53,490.00 Out-of-State Tuition : $53,490.00 |
School CalendarSemester |
Degrees AvailableCertificate Bachelor's Master's Doctoral |
SettingLarge Town (10-50k) Suburban Residential campus |
Other CharacteristicsBiblically centered Christian institution. Every undergraduate student graduates with Bible minor. |
AdmissionApplication rolling begin : Dec 15 Regular application due: No Regular Application Deadline Priority application due : Mar 1 College will notify student of admission : -- Student must reply to acceptance by : -- Housing deposit due : May 1 |
Early Decision And ActionEarly action application due : Jan 15 College will notify student of early action admission by : Feb 15 |
TestsSAT Reasoning/ACT Score report due : May 1 SAT subject score report due : -- |
Financial AidFinancial Aid Application due : -- Financial Aid Priority Application due : Feb 1 College will notify student : -- Student must reply : -- |
Transfer StudentsTransfer Application closing date : -- College will notify student of transfer decision by : -- Transfer priority application date : -- Transfer student must reply : -- Transfer deadline for filing financial aid forms : -- Transfer priority financial aid deadline : -- College will notify student of financial aid decisions on or about : -- Student must reply to financial aid decision by : -- |
Learning EnvironmentCalendar type : Semester Student-faculty ratio : 12 to 1 Degrees Offered in : Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral degrees Graduating in 6 years : 74.0% Returning for sophomore year : 83.0% |
Accreditation and AssociationsRegionally Accredited Western Association of Schools and Colleges |
Most Popular MajorsBachelor's |
All MajorsLevels at which colleges offer undergraduate majors are designated by these letters : A = Associate degree, B = Bachelor's degree, C = Certificate degree, D = Doctor degree, M = Master degree Biological & Biomedical Sciences Business, Management, Marketing, & Related Support Communication, Journalism & Related Programs Computer & Information Sciences, Support Services Education Engineering English Language, Literature & Letters Foreign Language, Literatures & Linguistics Health Professions & Related Clinical Sciences History Legal Professions & Studies Liberal Arts & Sciences, Gen Studies & Humanities Mathematics & Statistics Multi & Interdisciplinary Studies Parks, Recreation & Fitness Studies Philosophy & Religious Studies Physical Sciences Psychology Social Sciences Theology & Religious Vocations Visual & Performing Arts |
Learning outside the classroomMany colleges offer special programs like the opportunity to study abroad or participate in internships to get on-the-job training. Nearly all colleges provide extra academic help or tutoring to students who need it. |
Special Study OptionsEnglish as a Second Language (ESL) Visiting/Exchange Student Program Honors Program Internships Dual Enrollment of High School Students Independent Study Double Major Teacher Certification |
Off-Campus Study OptionsStudy Abroad Washington Semester |
Extended Class AvailabilityExtensive evening or early morning classes Distance Learning |
Computer Services225 Public computers, available in: Computer Center, Libraries Dorms wired for access to campus-wide network Dorms wired for high speed internet connections Computer repair service available on campus Student web hosting available Wireless network available |
Campus General InformationSize : Medium-sized Unique Facilities : concert hall, electron microscope, blackbox theater, recording studio, film studio, MIDI lab for music composition, electronic piano lab, archaeological dig site, art studio, on-campus olive grove, center for multi-ethnic and cross-cultural engagement Geographic Location : 22 miles from downtown Los Angeles. Large Town Suburban Residential Campus Total undergraduates : 4,043 First-time degree-seeking freshmen : 841 Degree-seeking undergrads : 4,031 Graduate enrollment : 2,060 |
Student General InformationAll students average age : 21 Full time students average age : 20 In state students : 76.0% Out of state students : 24.0% Part Time students : 6.0% Percentage of males : 37.0% Percentage of females : 63.0% |
Race/EthnicityTwo or more races : 6.0% Black African American : 2.0% Asian : 18.0% Hispanic/Latino : 21.0% Race Ethnicity Unknown : 3.0% White : 46.0% Non-Resident Alien : 3.0% |
Other Activities & OrganizationsOther Activities & Organizations : Christian service assignment and regular church attendance encouraged. Students adhere to code of conduct and sign contract. Use and possession of drugs and/or alcohol not permitted. Any student under 20 required to live on campus unless living with relatives. Student Newspaper : The Chimes Student Newspaper URL : chimes.biola.edu |
Housing PoliciesFirst-year students living in college housing : 88.0% All undergraduates living in college housing : 63.0% |
Housing OptionsApartments For Married Students Apartments For Single Students Men's Housing Women's Housing Special Housing For Disabled Students Coed Housing |
Additional Housing OptionsHousing deposit : $250.00 Housing deposit due : May 1 Housing deposit is refundable in full if student does not enroll. Car is allowed for freshman Pet is not allowed in the Dorm |
General AthleticsTeam Name : Eagles Sport Member : NAIA |
Sport's Levels AvailableIntramural Intercollegiate Club Scholarship NCAA Division II |
Counseling And WellnessChaplain/spiritual director Career counseling Employment services for undergraduates Health services Personal counseling Placement services for graduates Veteran's counselor Financial aid counseling Minority students services Alcohol/substance abuse counseling Women's services |
Additional Programs for Students with DisabilitiesServices and/or facilities for hearing impaired Partial services for students with learning disabilities Wheelchair Accessibility Services and/or facilities for speech or communications disorders Services and/or facilities for visually impaired |
Academic Support ProgramsReduced course load Remedial instruction Study skills assistance Tutoring Writing center Learning center |
Activity Name |
Available on Campus |
Campus Ministries |
Y |
Choral Groups |
Y |
Concert Band |
Y |
Dance Activity |
Y |
Drama/Theater |
Y |
Film Society |
Y |
Fraternities |
N |
Government or Political Activity |
Y |
International Student Organization |
Y |
Jazz Band |
Y |
Literary Magazine |
N |
Marching Band |
N |
Model United Nations |
N |
Music Ensembles |
Y |
Musical Theater |
Y |
Opera |
Y |
Pep Band |
N |
Radio Station |
Y |
Sororities |
N |
Student Newspaper |
Y |
Symphony Orchestra |
Y |
Television Station |
Y |
Yearbook |
Y |
Sport Name |
Levels Available |
Archery |
Men's Club Women's Club |
Baseball |
Men's Intercollegiate Men's Scholarship Men's NCAA Division II |
Basketball |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's Scholarship Women's Scholarship Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Men's NCAA Division II Women's NCAA Division II |
Cheerleading |
Women's Club |
Cross-Country |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's Scholarship Women's Scholarship Men's NCAA Division II Women's NCAA Division II |
Diving |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate |
Football(non-tackle) |
Men's Intramural Women's Intramural |
Golf |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's Scholarship Women's Scholarship Men's NCAA Division II Women's NCAA Division II |
Lacrosse |
Men's Club Women's Club |
Rugby |
Men's Club |
Soccer |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's Scholarship Women's Scholarship Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Men's NCAA Division II Women's NCAA Division II |
Softball |
Women's Intercollegiate Women's Scholarship Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Women's NCAA Division II |
Swimming |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's Scholarship Women's Scholarship Men's NCAA Division II Women's NCAA Division II |
Tennis |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's Scholarship Women's Scholarship Men's NCAA Division II Women's NCAA Division II |
Track and Field |
Men's Intercollegiate Women's Intercollegiate Men's Scholarship Women's Scholarship |
Track: Indoor |
Men's NCAA Division II Women's NCAA Division II |
Track: Outdoor |
Men's NCAA Division II Women's NCAA Division II |
Ultimate Frisbee |
Men's Intramural Women's Intramural |
Volleyball |
Women's Intercollegiate Women's Scholarship Men's Intramural Women's Intramural Men's Club Women's NCAA Division II |
Water Polo |
Men's Club Women's Club |
General Applying InformationApplication Fee: $45.00 Application fee notes: Paper/Online Application Fee Waiver Available: Yes Additional application fee information: Paper application fee may be waived for applicants with financial need Total applicants : 4,149 Admitted : 2,927 Enrolled : 907 Somewhat selective 71.0% of applicants admitted Applied early admission : -- Admitted early admission : -- Applied early action : -- Admitted early action : -- Plan Available for early admission : Early action - not restrictive
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ImportantAcademic GPA Application Essay Religious Affiliation or Commitment Standardized Test Scores |
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ConsideredAlumni Relation Character/Personal Qualities Class Rank Extracurricular Activities First generation college student Interview Level of Applicant's Interest Racial/Ethnic Status Recommendations Rigor of secondary school record Talent/Ability Volunteer Work Work Experience |
Test Policies for Admission DecisionsRequired: SAT or ACT |
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Test Policies for placementSAT Reasoning Test ACT AP Institution's own exam |
SAT score use policyHighest Section Scores Across Test Dates |
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Other Test PoliciesNo exceptions to SAT/ACT requirement. |
A note from the collegeOfficial transcripts, SAT/ACT, application essay/statement of faith. Christian commitment most important; academic record, test scores next in importance. School, community, church activities helpful. |
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GPAs of incoming freshmen3.5 - 3.74 : 22.0% 3.25 - 3.49 : 20.0% 3.00 - 3.24 : 10.0% 2.50 - 2.99 : 6.0% 2.00 - 2.49 : 1.0% |
SAT Evidence Based Reading & Writing700 - 800 : 12.0% 600 - 699 : 42.0% 500 - 599 : 37.0% 400 - 499 : 8.0% 300 - 399 : 1.0% For the SAT, we don't yet have information on the percent of freshmen in each score range. We'll post that information when it's available in spring 2017. |
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SAT Math700 - 800 : 12.0% 600 - 699 : 35.0% 500 - 599 : 41.0% 400 - 499 : 11.0% 300 - 399 : 1.0% For the SAT, we don't yet have information on the percent of freshmen in each score range. We'll post that information when it's available in spring 2017. |
ACT Composite30 - 36 : 17.0% 24 - 29 : 42.0% 18 - 23 : 34.0% 12 - 17 : 7.0% |
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ACT Math30 - 36 : 9.0% 24 - 29 : 45.0% 18 - 23 : 30.0% 12 - 17 : 16.0% |
ACT English30 - 36 : 24.0% 24 - 29 : 36.0% 18 - 23 : 31.0% 12 - 17 : 9.0% |
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Advanced Placement Program (AP) InformationOffers credit for AP Exams : Yes Offers placement into higher-level courses for AP Exams : Yes Offers sophomore standing for qualifying AP scores : Yes AP credit policy depends on student’s major, school, or program : No From the college: Biola University recognizes the merits of the Advanced Placement program and will grant credit for AP exams taken in high school. Credit will be given when the AP exam score is 3 or higher. Students admitted into the Torrey Honors Institute at Biola will not be exempted from any Torrey required classes based on AP exams. |
Course Name |
Required |
Recommended |
Academic Electives |
0 |
0 |
Science Lab |
0 |
0 |
History |
0 |
0 |
English |
0 |
4 |
Math |
0 |
3 |
Science |
0 |
2 |
Social Studies |
0 |
2 |
Foreign Language |
0 |
2 |
Test Subjects |
Middle 50% of First-Year Students |
SAT Math |
530 - 650 |
SAT Evidence Based Reading & Writing |
550 - 660 |
ACT Composite |
21 - 28 |
Exam |
Min Score Required |
Number of Credits (By semester credits) |
Equivalent Course(s) |
Applicable Program |
2-D Art and Design |
3 |
3 |
-- |
All |
3-D Art and Design |
3 |
3 |
-- |
All |
Art History |
3 |
3 |
-- |
Art |
Biology |
3 |
5 |
-- |
All |
Calculus AB |
4 |
4 |
MATH 105 |
All |
Calculus BC |
4 |
8 |
MATH 105 and MATH 106 |
All |
Chemistry |
3 |
4 |
-- |
All |
Chinese Language and Culture |
3 |
4 |
Language 100 |
All |
|
4 |
8 |
Language 100 and 200 |
All |
Comparative Government and Politics |
3 |
3 |
-- |
All |
Computer Science A |
3 |
3 |
-- |
All |
Computer Science Principles |
3 |
2 |
-- |
All |
Drawing |
3 |
3* |
-- |
All |
English Language and Composition |
3 |
3 |
ENGL 112 |
All |
English Literature and Composition |
3 |
3 |
ENGL 112 |
All |
Environmental Science |
3 |
3 |
-- |
All |
European History |
3 |
3 |
-- |
All |
French Language and Culture |
3 |
4 |
Language 100 |
All |
|
4 |
8 |
Language 100 and 200 |
All |
German Language and Culture |
3 |
4 |
Language 100 |
All |
|
4 |
8 |
Language 100 and 200 |
All |
Human Geography |
3 |
3 |
-- |
All |
Italian Language and Culture |
3 |
4 |
Language 100 |
All |
|
4 |
8 |
Language 100 and 200 |
All |
Japanese Language and Culture |
3 |
4 |
Language 100 |
All |
|
4 |
8 |
Language 100 and 200 |
All |
Latin |
3 |
4 |
Language 100 |
All |
|
4 |
8 |
Language 100 and 200 |
All |
Macroeconomics |
3 |
3 |
BUSN 201 |
All |
Microeconomics |
3 |
3 |
BUSN 202 |
All |
Music Theory |
3 |
3 |
-- |
All |
Physics 1 |
4 |
4 |
-- |
All |
Physics 2 |
4 |
4 |
-- |
All |
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism |
4 |
4 |
-- |
All |
Physics C: Mechanics |
4 |
4 |
-- |
All |
Psychology |
3 |
3 |
PSYC 200 |
All |
Spanish Language and Culture |
3 |
4 |
Language 100 |
All |
|
4 |
8 |
Language 100 and 200 |
All |
Spanish Literature and Culture |
4 |
4 |
SPAN 351 |
All |
Statistics |
4 |
3 |
MATH 210 |
All |
United States Government and Politics |
3 |
3 |
POSC 225 |
All |
United States History |
3 |
3 |
HIST 200 |
All |
World History: Modern |
3 |
3 |
HIST 100 |
All |
*Check with the related academic department at the college for more information.
Exam |
Minimum Grade for Credit |
Credit Hours Awarded |
American Government |
55 |
3 |
American Literature |
58 |
3 |
Analyzing and Interpreting Literature |
55 |
3 |
Biology |
55 |
4 |
Calculus with Elementary Functions |
55 |
4 |
Chemistry |
55 |
4 |
College Algebra |
55 |
3 |
College Mathematics |
55 |
3 |
English Literature |
58 |
3 |
French I |
55 |
8 |
French II |
66 |
12 |
German I |
55 |
8 |
German II |
63 |
12 |
History of United States I |
55 |
3 |
History of United States II |
55 |
3 |
Humanities |
58 |
6 |
Introductory Psychology |
55 |
3 |
Introductory Sociology |
55 |
3 |
Natural Science |
55 |
6 |
Pre Calculus |
55 |
3 |
Principles of Macroeconomics |
55 |
3 |
Principles of Microeconomics |
55 |
3 |
Social Sciences and History |
55 |
3 |
Spanish I |
58 |
8 |
Spanish II |
68 |
12 |
Western Civilization I |
55 |
3 |
Western Civilization II |
55 |
3 |
Financial Aid Distribution & Stats% of scholarship / grants : 72.0% % of loans / jobs : 28.0% % of freshmen with need who received financial aid : 100.0% % Applied for need-based aid : 75.0% % Judged to have need : 90.0% % that were offered aid : 90.0% % that had need fully met : 9.0% % of need met : 61.0% Average 1st year financial aid package : $26,680.00 Avg non need-based aid : $15,705.00 Avg need-based scholarship or grant award : $21,767.00 Avg need-based loan : $2,107.00 Avg indebtedness at graduation : $36,330.00 |
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Financial Aid DeadlinesFinancial Aid Priority Deadline : Feb 1 |
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Contact InformationFinancial aid contact name : Geoff Marsh Financial aid office phone : (562) 903-4742 |
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Financial Aid FormsDomestic first-year financial aid applicants must submit the following forms, if applicable: FAFSA |
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Part-Time CostsCost per credit hour (in-state): $1,749.00 Cost per credit hour (out-of-state): -- Note: These costs are tuition fees only. In some cases, fees and other expenses can be additional. |
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Financial Aid PoliciesThis school practices need-blind admissions. |
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Scholarship OpportunitiesScholarships for Underrepresented Groups of Ethnicity: up to $6,000; based on GPA and ethnicity. Alumni Dependent Scholarship: $1,00; given to students whose parents completed 30 units of coursework at Biola University. |
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Need-based financial aid determined byAcademics Alumni Affiliation State/District Residency |
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Non need-based financial aid determined byAcademics Art Athletics Music/Drama |
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Work Study ProgramsNights For part-time students Weekends |
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Tuition payment plansCredit card payment Deferred payment Installment payment |
Cost Category |
On Campus |
Off Campus |
At Home |
In-state tuition and fees: |
$53,490.00 |
$53,490.00 |
$53,490.00 |
Out-of-state tuition and fees: |
$53,490.00 |
$53,490.00 |
$53,490.00 |
Room and board: |
$11,514.00 |
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-- |
Books and supplies: |
$1,970.00 |
$1,970.00 |
$1,970.00 |
Estimated personal expenses: |
$2,852.00 |
$2,852.00 |
$2,852.00 |
Transportation expenses: |
$864.00 |
$864.00 |
$864.00 |
Estimated Total In-state: |
$70,690.00 |
$59,176.00 |
$59,176.00 |
Estimated Total Out-of-state: |
$70,690.00 |
$59,176.00 |
$59,176.00 |
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Sport |
Male |
Female |
Baseball |
Available |
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Basketball |
Available |
Available |
Cross-Country |
Available |
Available |
Golf |
Available |
Available |
Soccer |
Available |
Available |
Softball |
|
Available |
Swimming |
Available |
Available |
Tennis |
Available |
Available |
Track and Field |
Available |
Available |
Volleyball |
|
Available |
Credit InformationMinimum number of credits: 15 Minimum college GPA (on a 4.0 scale): 2.5 Lowest grade earned for course that may be transferred for credit (on a 4.0 scale): 2 Maximum credits/courses from a 2-year institution: 70 Maximum credits/courses from a 4-year institution: 100 Minimum credits transfers must complete to earn bachelor's degree: 30 |
Admission Requirements (Required)High School Transcript College Transcript(s) Essay or Personal Statement |
Students who applied for transferTotal students who applied for transfer: 890 Transfers admitted percentage: 62.0% Transfers admitted: 552 Transfers enrolled percentage: 32.0% Transfers enrolled: 287 |
Terms in which transfer students may enrollFall Spring Summer |
Transfers accepted as1st semester freshman 2nd semester freshman Sophomore Junior Senior |
Services for students transferring IN from another schoolAdvisor Orientation Re-entry advisor Pre-admission transcript evaluation (determination of what courses will transfer) |
Special RequirementsApplicants with fewer than 15 semester units must also submit SAT or ACT score. The students must have at least a 3.0 unweighted high school GPA. |
Admission for International StudentsApplication fee: $45.00 |
Annual College CostsTuition and Fees: $53,490.00 Room & Board(on-campus): $11,514.00 Room & Board(off-campus): -- Additional estimated expenses: -- Costs per credit hour: $1,749.00 |
Financial AidInternational students eligible for need based aid International students eligible for non-need based aid Total Amount Awarded: $2,684,716.00 Number of enrolled international undergraduates received aid: 197 Non-resident aliens must submit the following financial aid forms: Foreign Student Certification of Finances |
Tests for International StudentsTOEFL Required of non-resident alien applicants TOEFL (internet-based test) average score: -- TOEFL (internet-based test) minimum score: 80 TOEFL (paper) average score: -- TOEFL (paper) minimum score: -- |
Services for International StudentsEnglish as a Second Language Program On Campus for International Students Special International Student Orientation Program International Student Adviser |