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Biola Bound

Cost and Admission

This is a paid event.

Registration for the January Biola Bound is nearing capacity. Please wait for an official confirmation email from bbound@biola.edu before making travel arrangements and purchasing airline tickets.


Join prospective students from around the United States as you discover campus, immerse yourself in student life and explore Southern California! To be eligible to participate in Biola Bound, you must commit to the following criteria:

  • Note for parents/guardians: This program is designed for students only. If it is important that you accompany your student to visit our school, we suggest that you look into one of our other visit events, or set up an individual visit.
  • You must be: a first-time visitor to Biola, a junior or senior in high school or a college student interested in transferring (up to the age of 25), and living out-of-state or in California zip codes 94000–96199.
  • Before booking a flight, you must hear from us regarding space available for the Biola Bound of your choice. Biola Bound is a popular program with limited capacity, and we reserve the right to refuse registration.
  • Your flight must arrive at LAX on Saturday between 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. On Tuesday, your flight must depart LAX between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. *We may not be able to provide you with transportation if you choose to arrive earlier or depart later than these time frames.
  • *To be eligible for flight reimbursement of up to $500, you must register for Biola Bound, visit Biola during one of the three Biola Bound weekends, participate in all Biola Bound program events, and enroll at Biola University. Your online registration must be completed and received by Biola no later than 3 weeks prior to the Saturday of your preferred Biola Bound. *Reimbursement will happen automatically during the student's first semester at Biola.*
  • You must submit a $250 registration fee which covers housing, local transportation, on-campus meals, and a ticket to Disneyland. It is also recommended you bring at least $60 for off-campus meals and spending money. *Refunds: If you wish to cancel your Biola Bound registration, in order to receive a full refund you must email bbound@biola.edu at least 15 days before your selected Biola Bound date. Requests received less than 15 days ahead of the selected Biola Bound date will receive a partial refund. 

Torrey Honors College Information:
If you're interested in learning more about Torrey Honors College, connect with their team at one of their various opportunities to get your questions answered. Make sure to indicate your interest in Torrey Honors on your Biola Bound registration form. You'll be able to meet with Torrey students, professors, and the admissions team and visit a Torrey class session. Additionally, Torrey applicants may also complete their interview during their visit.

Liability Release Waivers:
In addition, all participants will need to sign a Liability Release Waiver. This waiver will include information regarding the student’s overnight visit and an acknowledgment of risks. The Liability Release Waiver form must be filled out before arrival to campus.


Questions?

Contact Biola Bound Assistant at:
(562) 903-4752 x.3866
bbound@biola.edu


What to Expect!

Over the course of this four-day event, you will have the opportunity to tour campus, stay overnight in the dorms, eat in the cafeteria, meet current students and faculty, have your admissions and financial aid questions answered by an Admissions Counselor and even visit Disneyland! More than that, you will be immersed in the dynamic academic and spiritual community at Biola. Ultimately, we hope this experience will help you determine if Biola is the right university for you.

As a reminder, in order to participate in Biola Bound you must be: a first-time visitor to Biola, a junior or senior in high school or a college student interested in transferring (up to the age of 25), and living out-of-state or in California zip codes 94000–96199. Before booking a flight, you must hear from us regarding space available for the Biola Bound of your choice. Biola Bound is a popular program with limited capacity, and we reserve the right to refuse registration.

 

Event Overview

  • Day 1: You'll get a taste of Southern California right after you step off of the plane. You’ll be picked up by our Admissions Staff and our current student Ambassadors from the Airport and then head to lunch or go for an afternoon treat. After a quick introduction to Southern California, you'll make your way to campus and take a campus tour, grab dinner and get to meet fellow students during Biola Bound Orientation.
  • Day 2: Your day will begin with a visit to a church local to the Biola area, and then you'll have lunch at a Southern California staple, In-N-Out! From there you’ll spend the rest of the day at Disneyland!
  • Day 3: Monday is dedicated to being your Biola day! You'll visit classes and chapel, interact with current Biola students, meet professors from your intended major over lunch and get to ask them questions. You can also connect with your admissions counselors and take a dorm tour!
  • Day 4: Grab breakfast in the Caf and then make your way back to LAX with our Admissions Staff!