Biola University

Biola University is the home of knowingly imperfect people, world-changers, purposeful learners, and compassionate leaders who want to see their communities radically changed by the grace of God. Established in 1908 with the values of truth, transformation, and testimony, Biola is committed to inviting students to step boldly toward who they were created to become as they are spiritually deepened, intellectually stretched, professionally developed, and personally transformed.

Biola is set apart by its biblical grounding, intellectual engagement, and community orientation. Our faculty, staff, and student body are composed entirely of professing Christians, so Christ is at our center individually and institutionally. We believe true faith involves asking the hard questions, and we’ll be the first to admit that we don’t have all the answers. However, we’re convinced that biblical truth should and does inform every aspect of the way we learn from, interact with, and respond to the world around us. That’s why we not only offer numerous Bible courses but also weave biblical integration into every discipline.

Our faith is far from anti-intellect. To the contrary, we take the commandment to love with all our minds seriously. Our 42 majors and 150+ rigorous academic programs, various study abroad opportunities, and esteemed Torrey Honors Institute, one of the most intense honors programs anywhere, challenge our students to think deeply and critically. Our 15:1 student-faculty ratio ensures that our students can benefit from the personal, intellectual, and professional investment of our intentional, experienced faculty. Ranked a top-tier university by U.S. News & World Report, our academic excellence has not gone unrecognized.

But truly, if you ask alumni or current students about what makes Biola so special, a theme will quickly emerge: community. They’ll speak of acceptance and a deep sense of belonging alongside true challenge and a call to become better. They’ll speak of warmth and genuine care evidenced by selfless service, honest conversations, and frequent offerings of prayer. They’ll speak of a freedom to grow and an energy that’s contagious. On our campus you’ll encounter love in its least cliché form—a love that is active, authentic, and redemptive.

It’s also a love that demands humility and a willingness to learn from one another. The strength of our community can be measured by the ways we engage, wrestle with, and celebrate our differences. From multiethnic programs and conferences to events and affinity groups, we are committed to welcoming the perspectives of students from all backgrounds as we move toward a unity in diversity reflective of the Kingdom.

We’ll be honest: while the nearly endless chances to learn outside the classroom are exciting; while the personal relationships you’ll be able to form with students and faculty alike are outstanding; while the professional preparation you’ll receive here is truly exceptional—we believe the value of a Biola education lies in the opportunity to become a better you. If you are willing to trust God’s hand in the process of ever-progressing and never quite arriving, you will leave this place changed in the best possible way.