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Biola University
La Mirada, CAPrivate NonprofitSuburb Setting
Less Selective • 74% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
Biola University is a private nonprofit institution located in the suburb setting of La Mirada, CA. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 3.5K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 74%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
3.5K (Medium)
Admissions Selectivity
74% (Less Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
Suburb
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading600 - 700
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math560 - 670
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite24 - 29
1typical 50% range36
74%
Acceptance Rate
Less Selective
Top Majors & Programs
Business & Marketing16% of degrees
Health Sciences15% of degrees
Biological Sciences5% of degrees
Social Sciences4% of degrees
Engineering2% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $111,200
Earnings 5yr: $88,061
Debt: $29,375
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology.
Credential: Doctoral Degree
Earnings 4yr: $110,375
Earnings 5yr: $98,460
Debt: N/A
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $99,007
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $91,330
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $23,875
Business/Commerce, General.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $90,894
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $86,263
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Computer Science.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $78,943
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $24,906
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $77,659
Earnings 5yr: $76,926
Debt: N/A
Education, General.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $76,309
Earnings 5yr: $67,062
Debt: N/A
Business/Commerce, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $69,873
Earnings 5yr: $69,000
Debt: $23,875
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $69,087
Earnings 5yr: $76,744
Debt: $27,000
Political Science and Government.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $65,558
Earnings 5yr: $76,335
Debt: $24,344
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $62,319
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $21,104
Theological and Ministerial Studies.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $62,024
Earnings 5yr: $51,063
Debt: N/A
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $60,758
Earnings 5yr: $53,899
Debt: N/A
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $60,082
Earnings 5yr: $44,124
Debt: $22,813
Biology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $60,014
Earnings 5yr: $58,547
Debt: $27,000
Journalism.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $59,925
Earnings 5yr: $37,551
Debt: $27,000
Bible/Biblical Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $58,569
Earnings 5yr: $49,524
Debt: $27,000
Philosophy and Religious Studies, General.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $57,874
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$31,495
In-State Tuition$48,984
Out-of-State Tuition$48,984
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
26%
Pell Grants
44%
Take Loans
74%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$45,752
+24% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$56,778
Completion Signals
68%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
84%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$19,000
Est. Monthly Payment
$205/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
42%
Men58%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 42% men and 58% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
24%
Part-Time Share
9%
Avg Family Income
$83,761
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