Academics
Strengthen Your Intercultural Proficiency
At the conclusion of the 2023–24 academic year, the Cook School of Intercultural Studies will close after more than 40 years of educating and mobilizing students for service around the world. The undergraduate B.A. in Intercultural Studies program has been closed effective immediately and the master’s and doctoral programs will be moved under Talbot School of Theology effective Fall 2024. For more details regarding the closure, please refer to the university’s official announcement.
Explore Our Programs
Master’s Degrees
- M.A. in Intercultural Studies
Available fully online and in hybrid format*
Doctoral Degrees
- Ph.D. in Intercultural Studies
Hybrid format*
- Ph.D. in Intercultural Education
Hybrid format*
- Doctor of Intercultural Studies
Hybrid format*
*Hybrid format: Each hybrid course includes one in-person session to be completed on campus or at a global learning center.
Global Learning Center
Our global learning center located in Chiang Mai, Thailand, brings Biola's quality cross-cultural education, training and mentoring to Christians working in cross-cultural settings, enabling students from different organizations to learn from the professor and each other as they reflect on their work. This center allows global Christians who meet Biola’s admissions standards for international students to access graduate studies.
Alumni Success
Our alumni go on to successful and meaningful careers in a variety of fields. Take a look at our alumni stories to learn more about their experiences.