Biola University

La Mirada, CA • private • II | Pacific West Conference

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Suburban

Student Population

Undergrad: 3,625 • Total: 5,846

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

13800 Biola Ave
La Mirada, CA
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Website

www.biola.edu

Region

West

Carnegie Classification

R2: Doctoral Universities – High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 1,478 (40.8%) • Female: 2,147 (59.2%)

Race/Ethnicity Distribution

Asian	467	12.9%
Black/African American	122	3.4%
Hispanic/Latino	837	23.1%
White	1,424	39.3%
Two or More Races	299	8.2%
International	259	7.1%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

60.1%

2,405 admitted from 4,003 applicants

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 580-690
Math: 550-670
Total: 1130-1360

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

24-30

Application Types Offered

—

Application Requirements

—

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

68.8%

4-Year Graduation Rate

55.4%

Freshman Retention Rate

85.0%

Student-Faculty Ratio

14.9:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$63,314

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $48,984

Room & Board

$13,130

Books & Supplies

$1,200

Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

$0-30,000	$27,144
$30,001-48,000	$25,410
$48,001-75,000	$26,825
$75,001-110,000	$29,846
$110,001+	$37,314

Students Receiving Pell Grants

94%

Average Grant/Scholarship Aid

$30,510

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division

II

Conference

Pacific West Conference

Men's Sports (7)

Baseball Basketball Soccer Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Water Polo

Women's Sports (9)

Basketball Golf Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball Water Polo

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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements

3.0 GPA

In-State Awards

$1,500-$24,500/yr

Out-of-State Awards

$1,500-$24,500/yr

5 automatic scholarships (23 total)

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Common questions about Biola University

What is Biola University's acceptance rate?

Biola University accepts 60% of applicants, from 4,003 applications.

How much does Biola University cost?

Tuition and fees are $48,984. Families earning under $30,000 pay $27,144 on average after aid.

What ACT score do you need for Biola University?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 24 and 30 on the ACT.

What is Biola University's graduation rate?

69% of students graduate within six years.