Graduate Student Admissions Process
Choose from Biola’s wide range of graduate programs — including master's degrees, doctorates, credentials and certificates.
Getting Started
- Complete and submit your application here.
- Submit $65 application fee.
- Submit your supplemental items accessible in your student account. This includes essays, references and any program-specific requirements.
- Request official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
- Contact the Office of Graduate Admissions for any questions or additional program details.
International Students
Have questions about international student admissions?
Contact our Office of International Admissions: grad.international@biola.edu
Admissions Requirements
Find admissions requirements for your specific graduate program:
- Cook School of Intercultural Studies
- Crowell School of Business
- Rosemead School of Psychology
- School of Education
- School of Science, Technology and Health
- Talbot School of Theology
Application Deadlines
Application deadlines can differ by school and by program. Make sure to contact the Office of Graduate Admissions if you have any questions.
Note for international applicants: For on-campus residential students, the application deadline for most of the programs is one month prior to the dates listed below. Please contact our office at graduate.international@biola.edu with questions.
Cook School of Intercultural Studies
| Program | Fall | Spring | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. in Intercultural Education | January 31 | August 30 | |
| Ph.D. in Intercultural Studies | January 31 | August 30 | |
| Doctor of Intercultural Studies | January 31 | August 30 | |
| All Other Cook Programs | July 1 | November 1 | April 1 |
Crowell School of Business
| Program | Fall | Spring | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Business Administration | July 1 | November 1 | April 1 |
| Master of Professional Accountancy | July 1 | November 1 | |
| M.A. in Leadership and Innovation | July 1 | December 1 |
Rosemead School of Psychology
| Program | Fall | Spring | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology | December 1 | ||
| Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology | December 1 |
School of Education
| Program | Fall | Spring | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|
| All School of Education Programs | July 1 | November 1 | April 1 |
School of Science, Technology & Health
| Program | Fall | Spring | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology | January 15 | ||
| Master of Public Health | June 15 | November 1 | |
| Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Communication Sciences and Disorders | July 1 | December 1 |
Talbot School of Theology
| Program | Fall | Spring | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ed.D. in Educational Studies | January 31 | ||
| Ph.D. in Educational Studies | January 31 | ||
| Institute for Spiritual Formation | April 1 | October 15 | |
| Doctor of Ministry | November 1 | ||
| M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy | March 15 | ||
| M.A. (Christian Apologetics) | July 1 | November 1 | April 1 |
| M.A. (Science and Religion) | July 1 | November 1 | April 1 |
| All Other Talbot Programs | July 1 | November 1 | April 1 |
Contact Graduate Admissions
If you have any questions about your application, or want to speak with a counselor, please contact the Office of Graduate Admissions by email or phone:
1-888-985-9858
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