Biola University

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La Mirada, CA
(562) 903-6000
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Annual Tuition (In-State)

$46,704

Total Enrollment

5,296

Graduation Rate

68.8%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

1,260

Last reported year

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Biola University

111 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 52.0201
88 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 50.0602
68 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 42.0101
55 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 51.3801
46 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 38.9999

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Admissions

Biola University admits 60.1% of applicants, maintaining moderately selective standards. Prospective students typically need to provide high school transcript and minimum GPA. The process is designed to enroll qualified students, with 753 students enrolling in the most recent class.

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Enrollment

Biola University enrolls 5,296 students. The student body is 54.3% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 85% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Biola University maintains a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing exceptional opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a excellent 85% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. Students demonstrate high academic engagement with strong commitment to their educational programs.

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Faculty & Staff

Biola University employs 244 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides excellent opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 20.5% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Biola University offers programs in 20 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, and Psychology, General. In 2023, the college awarded 1,260 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition at Biola University is $46,704 for in-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $30,510 (average savings of $16,194). Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Biola University achieves a 64.9% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 65.4% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PRIVATE NONPROFIT 4 YEAR
Control PRIVATE NONPROFIT
Level FOUR YEAR OR ABOVE
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
13800 Biola Ave
La Mirada, CA, 90639-0001
Administrator
Barry H. Corey
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $46,704
Out-of-State Tuition $46,704
Average Net Price $30,510

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00112200
EIN: 950549600
IPEDS ID: 110097
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