Biola Placement Exams & Surveys
Biola University offers placements in the following subject areas: writing, science, foreign language and music. Review each selection below for information about the placement and which ones you are required to complete.
Writing
Because there are several ways to meet the Biola Core/General Education writing requirement, incoming students submit a short survey to indicate how they plan to fulfill the requirement. If a student plans to enroll in ENGL 112 or ENGL 100 at Biola, they will submit a writing sample or eligible test scores. Otherwise, students who have already completed a writing class via transfer or test credit are still required to complete the form for the English Writing Program.
Science
Chemistry and Physics placement is required for select majors in the School of Science, Technology and Health. See information below for the majors that require placement.
General Chemistry
The following majors require placement for General Chemistry — CHEM 105:
- Allied Health
- Biochemistry
- Biological Science
- Chemistry
- Engineering Physics
- Health Sciences
- Kinesiology: Exercise Science
- Physics
- Public Health: Pre-Health Professions
Bio & Organic Chemistry
The following majors require placement for Organic and Bio Chemistry — CHEM 120:
- Allied Health
- Healthcare Management
- Kinesiology: Health & Human Performance
- Nursing
Physics
The following majors require placement for physics:
- Allied Health
- Biochemistry
- Biological Science
- Chemistry
- Engineering
- Engineering Physics
- Health Sciences
- Kinesiology: Exercise Science
- Physics
- Public Health: Pre-Health Professions
- Robotics
Foreign Language
Biola offers courses in the following languages: American Sign Language, French, and Spanish. Students who intend to complete their language requirement with Spanish or French at Biola are required to complete the online placement exam.
Foreign language requirements are determined by degree (find and review the Program Requirements for your degree). Students are strongly encouraged to satisfy their foreign language requirement during their freshman and sophomore years.
Music
Only students pursuing a music major or minor are required to take music placement exams.
Music Majors, Minors, and Musical Theatre Majors need to complete their placement at the Conservatory, or at home with an approved proctor. The test may be taken when the student comes to campus at the start of their semester, though it is highly recommended that their assessments be completed upon acceptance to the Conservatory.