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| Location | La Mirada, California |
| Online | biola.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Undenominational |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in La Mirada, California, Biola University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Undenominational faith. In the most recent statistical year 4,354 prospective students applied, and 2,646 were granted admission. Of those admitted 655 enrolled in the school. 4,048 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,503 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $44,382 plus fees of $0. Biola University is ranked 243 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Biola University is rated within the top 34% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Biola University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#243 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#176 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#26 in Best Colleges in California
#17 in Best Private Colleges in California
#403 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#24 in Best Value Colleges in California
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1103/1348 |
| ACT | 22/29 |
| GPA | 3.61 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $45 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $10,202 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,716 |
| Total One Year Cost | $59,500 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 19% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 13% |
| Theology and Religious Vvocations | 12% |
| Psychology | 10% |
| Social Sciences | 9% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=110097 IPEDS survey data for Biola University.
Current students may use the Biola University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.