Known for business
Biola University is a private institution in La Mirada with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1258, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 3.4K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
69% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $56,778 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $28,101.
Established
1908
Motto
Above All Give Glory to God
Type
Private university
Conference
Division II level of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division II
60%Acceptance
1258SAT Avg
3,390Students
14:1Student:Faculty
69%Grad Rate
$56,778Earnings 10yr
$28,101Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate60.1%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1258
Reading & WritingMid: 626
580690
MathMid: 600
550670
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 26
2430
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$46,704
Room & Board$11,234
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$58,430
Average Net Price$28,101
Median Debt at Graduation$23,875
Monthly Payment (10yr)$253
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$23,001
$30–48K$21,504
$48–75K$25,038
$75–110K$28,830
$110K+$35,263
Programs (85)
Student Body
Undergrads
3,390
Gender Split
60% / 40%
Women / Men
First Generation
24%
Pell Grant Recipients
26%
Race & Ethnicity
White 40%
Black 3%
Hispanic 24%
Asian 13%
Two+ 9%
Int'l 7%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate68.8%
Freshman Retention85.3%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$45,752
8 Years$54,476
10 Years$56,778
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$43,700
Men
$60,800
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Eagles
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia