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Where Science and Faith Flourish Together

Faith makes us better scientists. Science makes us better followers of Christ. The world needs more thoughtful, ethical science and health care professionals. Curious, capable Christians who are equipped to incorporate their worldview into their careers and help humanity thrive. Ready to crack codes, pioneer discoveries and cure diseases. To discover the vast common ground where our faith and science flourish together.

At Biola University’s School of Science, Technology and Health, we provide you with a powerful education that prepares you for some of the most in-demand careers of today and tomorrow. We see science as a vital way of knowing and serving God better. With our cutting-edge equipment, expert faculty and ideal location near Los Angeles in Southern California — a hub for innovation and opportunity — Biola is a leading choice for a new generation of leaders in the sciences.

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Enhance the world through innovation

Why Pursue STEM at Biola?

Expert Faculty

Your academic program is defined by the quality of the faculty who lead it, and here at Biola, we’re blessed to have some of the best. You’ll be challenged to cultivate curiosity and deepen your faith as you are mentored by caring professors with Ph.D.’s from world-class research universities and extensive experience in their fields.

Hands-On Experience

Science and health care are learned by discovering and doing. Experimenting. Researching. Observing experts and then trying for yourself. Through Biola’s Lim Center, Speech-Language Clinic and internship opportunities, you’ll get hands-on experiences and access to cutting-edge research throughout your degree.

Christ-Centered Education

Contrary to popular belief, science and faith aren’t at odds. As followers of Christ — the one who designed and sustains all things — we believe science is a gift that can help us know him more and serve humanity better. And the pursuit of good science inevitably moves us to worship. At Biola, you’ll see how science and faith can flourish together.

All-Christian Community

Your education should be competitive — not a competition. At Biola, you’ll experience a vibrant community of faculty and students, bonded together by a common faith and working together for common purposes. You'll encounter big questions and wrestle with them in a community committed to Christ. Here, we grow and discover together, all as one.

Ideal Location

When thinking about where to spend your college years, it’s hard to beat Southern California. That’s especially true for students in the sciences. Being known matters — especially for your future. Biola’s location puts you within close reach of countless opportunities at top-notch research labs, medical centers and tech companies.

Successful Outcomes

We are pushing beyond the bounds of what we now know with emerging science and student futures. Biola graduates advance to top medical schools and graduate programs across the country, such as UCLA, Dartmouth, Georgetown, Yale, Harvard and MIT.

Make Yourself At Home

The Lim Center

The new Alton and Lydia Lim Center for Science, Technology and Health is home to Biola’s science and health programs, filled with state-of-the-art equipment and innovative spaces for research, learning and community. Not to mention some of the most comfortable and inspiring study spots on campus.

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Meet Our Dean

Dr. Matt Rouse is an accomplished health sciences professional with experience serving in key administrative roles at Biola. He also teaches in the classroom, affording him a diverse range of experience as professor and administrator managing undergraduate, graduate and professional programs.

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