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Biola University

Private nonprofit La Mirada, CA · Suburban · Far West · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
68%
Graduation Rate
$56,778
Earnings (10yr)
$31,495
Net Price
74%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Biola University has a 74% acceptance rate, making it accessible for a wide range of students. With an enrollment of 3,474, it combines a small college feel with a diverse community. Students looking for a supportive environment will find Biola's focus on personal growth and academic achievement appealing.

Chetty/Opportunity Insights data highlights that Biola graduates experience promising outcomes, with a 10-year median earnings of $56,778. While specific mobility metrics are not available, the university's programs in business, health professions, and education suggest strong career pathways for its graduates.

Attending Biola will cost students an average net price of $31,495, with median debt at $23,875. Graduates typically earn enough to manage their debt comfortably. Biola is ideal for students who thrive in a faith-based environment and are looking for a blend of academic rigor and personal development.

Rankings

How Biola Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation68%Earnings 10yr$57KNet Price$31KRetention84%Median Debt$24KPell Grant Rate26%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$27K$0-30K$25K$30-48K$27K$48-75K$37K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%693.2%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%2593.8%MOBILITY179.81%

Cost & Financial Aid

$48,984
In-State Tuition
$48,984
Out-of-State
$31,495
Avg Net Price
$23,875
Median Debt
26%
Pell Grant Rate
44%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$27,144
Family Income $0–$30K
$25,410
Family Income $30K–$48K
$26,825
Family Income $48K–$75K
$37,314
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$45,752
6 Years After Entry
$54,476
8 Years
$56,778
10 Years
0.42x
Debt-to-Earnings
64%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$45,752 6yr $54,476 8yr $56,778 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

179.81%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
2593.8%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
693.2%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$95,300
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.84
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.6%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 74%
Retention Rate 84%
SAT Average 1261
ACT Midpoint 26
SAT Range 1160–1370
ACT Range 24–29
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $10,336
Diversity Index 0.76
First-Gen Students 24%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 16%
Health Professions 15%
Visual & Performing Arts 14%
Psychology 12%
Education 6%
Biology & Biomedical 5%
Communications 5%
Social Sciences 3%