**You can still Apply to Biola for Fall 2013**

The Biola admissions process usually begins the fall or winter of a student's senior year in high school, when an application is submitted. Depending on the application deadline for which a student has applied, they will usually be notified of admittance in the winter or spring of the senior year.

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Applying for Admission

For information on the admissions process that is specific to you - including application deadlines, materials, and requirements - find yourself in the list below.

• First Time College Students
• Home-school Students
• Transfer Students
• International Students
• Re-admit Students

If you prefer, you can start your application now. If you have any questions about the admissions process, feel free to contact your admissions counselor.

After Acceptance

Upon acceptance into Biola University, you will be asked to submit enrollment and housing deposits by May 1. Prior to your arrival on campus, you will also be asked to complete a medical examination form and will be contacted regarding your class schedule, housing accommodations, and other details. Please visit the What's Next section to see the necessary steps you need to follow in order to enroll into Biola University.

The following Biola University programs require separate application processes, in addition to the traditional Biola Undergrad application, in order to be accepted into these programs. Admission into Biola does not gaurantee admission into these specialized programs: Torrey Honors Institute, Cinema and Media Arts Program, Nursing Department, and The Conservatory of Music.

Application Deadlines

To qualify for an application deadline, all materials must be received in the Admissions Office by the appropriate deadline date. If a student qualifies for a specific application deadline, they will be notified of admission by the corresponding notification date.

Applying for Fall Semester

We are still accepting applications for Fall 2013. Please submit an application!

Note: Applications for the fall semester that are received after March 1 are considered late, charged a late fee of $55, and processed if space is available and time allows.

More Information on Early Action Deadlines

Applying for Spring Semester

The Spring 2013 application is closed at this time. Thank you for your interest in our school, and we hope to hear from you soon.

Note: There is only one application deadline when applying for the spring semester. Applications will be accepted after November 15, but are charged a late fee of $55, and processed if space is available and time allows.

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A first-time student is one who will be attending a college or university for the first time. To apply to Biola as a first-time student, follow the steps below.

Steps to Apply

1. Complete and submit your official application for admission. Every advantage goes to the early applicant, and late applications are charged a non-refundable $55 application fee.

2. Submit a non-refundable $45 application fee.* If applying online, you may submit the fee by credit card. Otherwise, please send a check or money order made payable to Biola University, with the student's name indicated on the memo-line, to the address below:

   Office of Admissions
   Biola University
   13800 Biola Avenue
   La Mirada, CA 90639

   * Biola will accept the College Board or ACT fee waiver, or you may submit the Biola Request for Application Fee Waiver form and accompanying documentation.

3. Submit an official transcript from each high school attended, current through the time of application. Transcripts will be considered official only when sent directly from the institution to Biola via the aforementioned address above. Final official transcripts must be submitted upon completion of course of study and must include graduation date.

   Note: Homeschool students and international students have special instructions for high school transcripts.

4. Submit your scores from the SAT (Code 4017) or ACT (Code 0172). The SAT or ACT is required of all applicants except those who are transferring in from another school.

5. Submit a reference form from a member of the pastoral staff of your church that supports your Christian testimony. You may also choose, although we do not require it, to submit a reference from a high school teacher, counselor, or a college instructor that attests to your academic ability. If you choose to submit an academic reference, please do so on your own school's letterhead as we do not supply these forms. Both references should be provided by persons outside of your own family and be sent to the address above.

Admission Requirements

• The student must be an evangelical believer in the Christian faith.

• The student must have at least a 3.0 unweighted high school GPA.

  Note: The average unweighted high school GPA for incoming freshmen at Biola is 3.53.

• The student must have at least a 920 Critical Reading / Math score on the SAT, or a Composite 19 score on the ACT.

  Note: The average Critical Reading / Math SAT score for incoming freshmen at Biola is 1,112. The average Composite ACT score is 24.

• The student must have graduated from high school or earned an equivalent degree (GED). The following is a recommended high school curriculum:

  • 4 years of English
  • 3 years of Mathematics
  • 2-4 years of Foreign Language
  • 2 years of Science
  • 2 years of Social Science

  Note: Elective courses in fine arts and PE are encouraged. Prospective nursing candidates must have one year each of chemistry and algebra. Biology majors must have one year each of chemistry and physics.

  Deficiencies in the student's high school curriculum may be made up while at Biola. Homeschool students and international students have an adjusted standard in this area.

Application Deadlines

To qualify for an application deadline, all materials must be received in the Admissions Office by the appropriate deadline date. If a student qualifies for a specific application deadline, they will be notified of admission by the corresponding notification date.

Applying for Fall Semester

Note: Applications for the fall semester that are received after March 1 are considered late, charged a late fee of $55, and processed if space is available and time allows.

More Information on Early Action Deadlines

Applying for Spring Semester

Note: There is only one application deadline when applying for the spring semester. Applications will be accepted after November 15, but are charged a late fee of $55, and processed if space is available and time allows.

A homeschool student is one who will be attending a college or university after having taken some or all of their secondary education in the home. To apply to Biola as a homeschool student, follow the steps below.

Scroll down for more information on recommended homeschool curriculum and receiving college credit.

Steps to Apply

1. Complete and submit your official application for admission. Every advantage goes to the early applicant, and late applications are charged a non-refundable $55 application fee.

2. Submit a non-refundable $45 application fee.* If applying online, you may submit the fee by credit card. Otherwise, please send a check or money order made payable to Biola University, with the student's name indicated on the memo-line, to the address below:

   Office of Admissions
   Biola University
   13800 Biola Avenue
   La Mirada, CA 90639

   * Biola will accept the College Board or ACT fee waiver, or you may submit the Biola Request for Application Fee Waiver form and accompanying documentation.

3. Submit an official homeschool transcript, current through the time of application. The homeschool transcript should include a letter grade assigned for each subject studied, beginning in the 9th year of schooling, as well as the signature of the homeschooling parent or agency representative.

   A final official transcript must be submitted upon completion of course of study and must include graduation date or the date when studies were completed.

   In the absence of a transcript, you must take the GED or California Proficiency Exam. Scores from the test must be sent directly to Biola before the application deadline. If a final transcript is submitted, these tests are not required.

4. Submit your scores from the SAT (Code 4017) or ACT (Code 0172). The SAT or ACT is required of all applicants except those who are transferring in from another school.

5. Submit a reference form from a member of the pastoral staff of your church that supports your Christian testimony. In addition, you have the option to submit a reference from a high school teacher, counselor, or a college instructor that attests to your academic ability. Both references should be provided by persons outside of your own family and be sent to the address below.

Recommended Homeschool Curriculum

Biola recommends prospective students take the following classes prior to enrolling:

• 4 years of English
• 3 years of Mathematics
• 2-4 years of Foreign Language
• 2 years of Science
• 2 years of Social Science

Elective courses in fine arts and PE are encouraged. Prospective nursing candidates must have one year each of chemistry and algebra. Biology majors must have one year each of chemistry and physics.

Note: Deficiencies in the student's homeschool curriculum may be made up while at Biola.

College Credit

College-level credit earned during the 10th through 12th grades will be given credit. A maximum of 32 AP, CLEP, and college units will be accepted upon the student's entrance to Biola. An official college transcript, sent directly from the college to Biola, is required before credit will be given.

Biola must have an equivalent class for which to award transfer credits. The Office of the Registrar has the final word on what classes will transfer.

Admission Requirements

• The student must be an evangelical believer in the Christian faith.

• The student must have at least a 3.0 unweighted high school GPA.

  Note: The average unweighted high school GPA for incoming freshmen at Biola is 3.52.

• The student must have at least a 920 Critical Reading / Math score on the SAT, or a Composite 19 score on the ACT.

  Note: The average Critical Reading / Math SAT score for incoming freshman at Biola is 1,123. The average Composite ACT score is 23.

• The student must have completed the equivalent of 4 years of high school education, demonstrated by a transcript or completion of a commensurate degree (GED).

Application Deadlines

To qualify for an application deadline, all materials must be received in the Admissions Office by the appropriate deadline date. If a student qualifies for a specific application deadline, they will be notified of admission by the corresponding notification date.

Applying for Fall Semester

Note: Applications for the fall semester that are received after March 1 are considered late, charged a late fee of $55, and processed if space is available and time allows.

More Information on Early Action Deadlines

Applying for Spring Semester

Note: There is only one application deadline when applying for the spring semester. Applications will be accepted after November 15, but are charged a late fee of $55, and processed if space is available and time allows.

A transfer student is one who has earned college units after graduating from high school, or is currently in the process of earning college units. Students who have earned dual credits while enrolled in high school are required to follow the First Time College Student application process even though they may receive transfer units for applicable courses. To apply to Biola as a Transfer student, follow the steps below:

(If you are a Homeschool student or an International student, please visit the links for additional information that is specific to your needs.)

*We are still accepting applications for Fall 2013 at this time. Please submit an application!*

1. Complete and submit your official application for admission. Every advantage goes to the early applicant, and late applications are charged a non-refundable $55 application fee.

2. Submit a non-refundable $45 application fee.* If applying online, you may submit the fee by credit card. Otherwise, please send a check or money order made payable to Biola University, with the student's name indicated on the memo-line, to the address below:

   Office of Admissions
   Biola University
   13800 Biola Avenue
   La Mirada, CA 90639

   * Biola will accept the College Board or ACT fee waiver, or you may submit the Biola Request for Application Fee Waiver form and accompanying documentation.

3. Submit an official transcript from each secondary and post-secondary school attended, current through the time of application. Transcripts must arrive with a certified English translation documenting your coursework, examinations taken, grades received, passing and maximum marks, and evidence of secondary school graduation. Transcripts will be considered official only when sent directly from the institution to Biola via the aforementioned address above.

4. Submit your scores from one of the following Standardized Tests:

   • SAT (Code 4017)
   • ACT (Code 0172)
   • If English is your second language – TOEFL or IELTS
     Please note that Transfer students who have earned a minimum of 15 transferable college units (completed after high school graduation) are not required to submit SAT or ACT score. However, if English is a second language, they may still be asked to take Biola's English Placement Exam (BEPE).

5. Submit a pastoral reference form from a member of the pastoral staff of your church that supports your Christian testimony. In addition, you have the option to submit a reference from a high school teacher, counselor, or a college instructor that attests to your academic ability. Both references should be provided by persons outside of your own family and be sent to the aforementioned address above.

6. Submit your completed affidavit of support.

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• The student must be an evangelical believer in the Christian faith.
   
• The student must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent to that according to the grading system used by the country that a student is applying from. (Please Note that Biola does not have a translation or evaluation service, and students are required to submit records in English. If the school does not issue an English translation, the student is responsible to get an official translation done by a known agency. Please see the transfer student information below regarding transferring college units to Biola). 
   
• The student must have one of the following Standardized Tests:

1. Minimum SAT combined score of 920 (Critical Reading/Math score on the SAT. This does not include the Writing score)

2. Composite 19 score on the ACT
   Note: The average Critical Reading/Math SAT score for incoming freshmen at Biola is 1,104. The average Composite ACT score is 24.

3. 600 Paper / 100 iBT score on the TOEFL

4. IELTS–Band 6
   Note: Students with test scores below the requirement may enter most Biola degree programs if they meet all other requirements for admission. These students will be asked to take the Biola English Placement Exam (BEPE) prior to the starting date of classes, and may need additional language training prior to starting major courses.

• Financial ability to meet the cost of education at Biola University (Tuition, Room, Board, Health Insurance). Please refer to the current tuition and cost.

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International Student Transferring from a school within the United States

F-1 visa holders who desire to transfer to Biola (from another US high school, college, or university) must complete all requirements listed above, as well as:

• Submit copies of their I-20, passport with F-1 Visa pages, and I-94.
• Official transcripts from all colleges and/or universities attended in the United States.
• Submit a complete Transfer Authorization Form signed by the current school to verify that they are in status.
• In lieu of the TOEFL, students who are already in the United States and have completed College English courses may be asked  to take the BEPE (Biola English Placement Exam).

International Student Transferring from a school outside of the United States

Students who desire to get transfer credit for college courses taken outside of the United States must have their transcripts evaluated by an independent Credential Evaluation Agency located in the United States, such as the American Education Research Corporation. A 2.5 GPA is required for international transfer students.

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To qualify for an application deadline, all materials must be received in the Admissions Office by the appropriate deadline date. If a student qualifies for a specific application deadline, they will be notified of admission by the corresponding notification date.

Applying for Fall Semester

Note: Applications for the fall semester that are received after March 1 are considered late, charged a late fee of $55, and processed if space is available and time allows.

More Information on Early Action Deadlines

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A readmit student is one who will be attending Biola after having been away for at least one semester. All readmit students have previously been accepted and attended Biola. To apply to Biola as a readmit student, follow the steps below.

Re-admit Steps to Apply

1. Complete and submit your official application for re-admission online for your convenience. Or print out the re-admission application and mail it in. Every advantage goes to the early applicant.

2. Submit a non-refundable $15 readmit application fee with your application in the form of a check or money order. The student's name must be on the check.

   Office of Admissions
   Biola University
   13800 Biola Avenue
   La Mirada, CA 90639

3. If you have been away from Biola for more than two years, you must submit a reference from a member of the pastoral staff of your church that attests to your Christian testimony. If you have been away from Biola for less than two years, a pastoral reference is not required.

Admission Requirements

• The student must be in good standing with Biola, as indicated on the readmit application.

• A pastoral reference may also be required if the student has been away from Biola for more than two years.

Application Deadlines

To qualify for an application deadline, all materials must be received in the Admissions Office by the appropriate deadline date. If a student qualifies for a specific application deadline, they will be notified of admission by the corresponding notification date.

Applying for Fall Semester

Note: Applications for the fall semester that are received after March 1 are considered late and will be processed if space is available and time allows.

Applying for Spring Semester

Note: There is only one application deadline when applying for the spring semester.

Are you ready for premier Christian higher education? There are two ways to begin your application to Biola University today - online or by downloading a paper application.

Undergrad Applications

Download the entire application at once:

• Undergrad Application (Full)

Complete the online reference form:

• Pastoral Reference Form
• Referencia Pastoral

Complete the online re-admit application
(Re-admits only):

• Re-admit Application (online)

Or download the pieces separately:

• Application for Special Student Status
• Pastoral Reference 2012
• Re-admit Application
• Reference Form in Spanish
• Request for Application Fee Waiver
• Standards of Conduct

Financial Aid Scholarships

Download the LEAD application form:

• 2012-2013 online LEAD Application

Homeschool

• Sample Transcript Form

Information

• Doctrinal Statement

International Students

• Affidavit of Support

Art

• Art Scholarship Form

Cinema and Media Arts

Download the complete CMA application:

• CMA Admissions Zip Pack

Torrey Honors Application

• Torrey Honors Online Application
• Torrey Honors Application

Congratulations on your acceptance to Biola University!

As you continue on this journey toward becoming a Biola student, be sure to refer to the yellow "What's Next" folder that was included in your acceptance packet. In addition, please refer to this website to find answers to some of your key questions and links to some helpful information.

Steps to Complete

• Continue the Financial Aid process

Due Prior to Final Enrollment (All Applicants)

• Physical Exam and Health Forms
• Final High School Transcripts
• Official College Transcript(s)

If Applicable

• Signed Academic Success Plan

Biola Admissions Address

You have the option to mail in your items to the Biola University Admissions Department at:

Orientation Information

Student Orientation begins August 24, 2012 and is required for all students who are new to Biola University. Students living on campus may begin moving into Campus housing on this date. For more information, be sure to check out the Student Orientation Services (SOS) website.

If you are enrolling in Torrey Honors Institute (THI) there is mandatory orientation for the program from August 20 – 24. Be sure to contact the THI office at (562) 906-4555 if you have questions. You may also check the THI website for more information.

If you are a member of a Biola athletic team, please contact your coach regarding the date you are to report to campus. Athletes participating in a fall sport often need to arrive on campus prior to the official move-in date.

International Student and MK Orientation will take place mid-August, prior to the campus-wide student orientation that is mentioned above. International and MK students may begin moving into on-campus housing in August, on a to-be-determined date.

More Details

Continue Financial Aid Process: please refer to the financial aid checklist included in the "What's Next" folder. Contact the Admissions Office for another copy of the checklist if needed.

$300 Enrollment Deposit: you can submit the enrollment deposit by mail, in person, or online. Make sure you have your bank card handy and your student ID number in order to pay your Enrollment Deposit online. You can find your Biola student ID number on the "What's Next" folder in your acceptance packet. If you do not know your ID number, you can email admissionsdm@biola.edu to retrieve it. Your payment must be postmarked by May 1 (fall applicants) or January 1 (spring applicants). This deposit confirms your place for the next term and is non-refundable after the deposit deadline. Please make checks payable to Biola University.

Housing Application: once we have processed your enrollment deposit, you will be sent a confirmation email from the Biola admissions office. In this email you will be given instruction on how to create your personal account on my.biola.edu, Biola's online student portal. If you wish to be considered for on-campus housing, after you create an account with my.biola.edu you can login and complete a Housing Application. For further instruction on how to apply online, and after receiving our email and creating an account with my.biola.edu, you can follow the online instructions for the Housing application, or the online instructions for the Commuter application, and also the online instructions for the Roommate Request application if you wish to room with a specific person as an incoming student. The current Housing application, and Commuter application, for incoming students for the Fall semester will be available on my.biola.edu on February 15. For more information on Biola housing, please visit the Residence Life and Housing page for incoming students. We will send you an email once your enrollment deposit has been processed. Complete by May 1 (fall applicants) or January 1 (spring applicants). We have a full listing of the Housing Costs on our website.

$250 Housing Deposit: you can submit the housing deposit online with a bank card as part of the housing application. If you aren't able to pay with a bank card, contact your admissions counselor for instructions. Complete by May 1 (fall applicants) or January 1 (spring applicants). The housing deposit is non-refundable after July 1 (fall applicants) and January 1 (spring applicants).

Request to Commute: if you wish to commute to campus complete the online application at my.biola.edu by clicking the following: student tab, myhousing, apply online. For more detailed directions, follow these steps to sign-up for commuting. You can do this after we process your enrollment deposit. We will send you an email once your enrollment deposit has been processed. Complete by May 1 (fall applicants) or January 1 (spring applicants).

Registration Profile: this required form must be submitted by May 1 (fall applicants), or January 1 (spring applicants), in order to complete online registration for your first semester courses at Biola. You can complete the Registration Profile online.

$3,800 F-1 Visa Student Tuition Deposit (International Students): this deposit is required for F-1 visa students before an I-20 can be issued. Please note that this amount is in addition to your Enrollment Deposit and Housing Deposit. Payments can be made using one of the following options:

1. Online by using a credit card. If you would like to use this option, please click here.
2. Check or Money Order made out (payable) to Biola University. Funds must be drawn in USD, and the student's legal name and ID number must be given as reference so that the payment can be credited accordingly. If you are sending a check or money order from overseas, we encourage you to use a courier service that allows you to track its receipt. Mail can be sent to: 
   
   Biola University Undergraduate Admissions
   13800 Biola Avenue
   La Mirada, CA 90639
   
   PLEASE DO NOT SEND CASH BY MAIL
    
3. Writing of funds directly to Biola University. If you would like to use this option, please contact your admissions counselor to get the wiring instructions and bank account information for Biola University.
4. If you are currently in the area, or will be traveling to visit Biola before you enroll, you can also make a payment in person at the Admissions Reception Desk.

Physical Exam & Health Forms: you can download the required forms on our Health Center page and submit them to the Student Health Center by mail or fax (562-906-4512). Note: Athletes must complete the athletic physical form instead of the regular health form. The following forms are due by August 1 and must be submitted in order for you to complete final enrollment: Undergraduate Physical Exam & Health History Form, Meningitis Advisory Form, Notice of Privacy Practices Form 

Final High School Transcript: due prior to final enrollment. Must be mailed directly from your high school to Biola and must have your graduation date posted on it. 

Official College Transcript(s): due prior to final enrollment. Must be mailed directly from the issuing institution to Biola. 

Signed Academic Success Plan: only applicable if you received an Academic Success Plan in your acceptance packet. Sign and return the original copy to Biola’s Undergraduate Admissions Office.

Downpayment Information

Do you need a detailed breakdown of your Biola expenses? Check out the  downpayment and payment plan charts  for more details. Also, be sure to review information regarding tuition as well as housing and food costs.

All questions regarding charges to your student account, payments or payment plans should be directed to the Office of Student Financial Services at (562) 903-4760.