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Enrollment Deposit

How much is BIOLA's enrollment deposit?

Biola University requires a deposit of $300 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

61.00%

Biola University is in the top 61.00% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

59.00%

Biola University is in the top 59.00% of colleges in the state of California for deposit cost. 18.37% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

53.80%

Biola University is in the top 53.80% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% ofprivate colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Biola University educates a diverse community of 5,387 students, with 3,499 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 1,888 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

5,387


Total Undergraduates

3,499

Total Graduates

1,888


Full-Time vs Part-Time

73% Full-Time

27% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Biola University has a 57% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $45. Biola University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1250 and the average ACT score is 26.


Acceptance Rate

57%


Application Fee

$45

How Do I Apply to Biola University?

You can apply to Biola University by going to the official application page and paying the $45 application fee.


SAT

Students submitting SAT

26%

Total Score

400

1600

11051365

Reading and Writing

200

800

565695

Math

200

800

540670

ACT

Students submitting ACT

10%

Composite Score

0

36

2330

English

0

36

2332

Math

0

36

2027

Location

Located in La Mirada, CA, Biola University offers students a suburban experience with all the advantages of proximity to urban amenities.


City

La Mirada


County

Los Angeles County


State

California


Country

United States


Urbanization

Suburb: Large

About

Biola University features a student-focused approach with a 13 : 1 student-faculty ratio, Undenominational values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

13 : 1


Religious Affiliation

Undenominational


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above


Cost

Biola University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $31,522 with 94% of students receiving financial assistance including 25% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$31,522


Received Aid

94%


Pell Recipients

25%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $46,704

Out-of-State: $46,704

Demographics

The Biola University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 67% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
1,372 (39%)
Women
2,127 (61%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
88 (3%)
18-19
1,225 (35%)
20-21
1,428 (41%)
22-24
452 (13%)
Over 25
305 (9%)

Outcomes

Biola University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 71% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

71%

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