Biola University
Ranked #1 Among Christian Universities
Biola is the most comprehensively Christian university in North America, scoring #1 overall — out of 562 Christian colleges and universities — for making faith central to its identity, curriculum, community and policies, according to research published in the book Christian Higher Education: An Empirical Guide.
As a premier Christian university, Biola is widely recognized for its academic strength.
- Tied with Harvard,Cornell and MIT on “BestUndergraduate Teaching” List
U.S. News & World Report
- One of the Best Collegesfor Student Experience
The Wall Street Journal
- Top 10 “Best ChristianColleges in America”
Niche
- One of 30 “Top FilmSchools in North America”
Variety
- One of America’sTop Colleges
Forbes
- One of the BestColleges in the West
The Princeton Review
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Biola Preview Day
Join us from Feb. 16-17, 2025 to get a first-hand look at Biola University! Meet current students, attend our academic open houses, sit in on classes, tour dorms and more.
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A Place to Belong and Become
Develop a brilliant mind and a resilient faith within Biola's vibrant all-Christian community of students and scholars. Choose from more than 250 academic programs from the undergraduate to doctoral levels — offered in Southern California and online — that will equip you for a thriving life and career.
Scholarships & Affordability
Biola offers you up to $23,500 per year in academic scholarships — and that's just the start of your scholarship and grant opportunities. Each year, Biola awards more than $70 million in aid to students. Factor in discounted summer courses, accelerated programs and other cost-saving options, and there are many ways to make a premier education attainable for families from all backgrounds.
The most important part of my life here at Biola is definitely the word of God. I'm so grateful to be able to study the Bible academically, and be formed spiritually with my peers. That brings me to the second most important thing, which is my friends, with whom I've grown so much in my faith in just the past two years alone.
I value Biola’s closely knit, Christ-centered community. Biola does not only advertise as this, but it is truly shown in every student, professor, and faculty member on campus, which I am extremely grateful for.
I value the genuine, Christian community of peers and professors, whom God has used to grow me not just academically, but personally and spiritually also.
Features and Highlights
Surrounded by Southern California
There's no better place to be a college student than Southern California, one of the greatest destinations on earth. Biola's safe and inviting campus — located in the heart of this global economic and cultural hub — surrounds you with countless opportunities for internships, research and adventure.
About
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Academics
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Admissions
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Tuition & Financial Aid
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Student Life
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News & Events
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Non-Discrimination Policy
Biola University does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its policies, programs and activities. For more details, read Biola’s Non-Discrimination Policy.