Admissions

Application Steps

1. Complete and submit the Biola University's online application.

2. Submit a non-refundable $65 application fee

3. Submit required documents through your online application portal (Note: Official documents presented for admission or evaluation become part of the student's academic file and normally cannot be returned or copied for distribution).

   Official Transcripts

   • Applicants should submit an official transcript from their previous academic institution(s). Transcripts will be considered official only when a) sent directly from the institution to Biola, b) sent electronically, or c) physically delivered in an untampered envelope sealed by the institution.

   • A transcript conferring a bachelor's degree and all transcripts that reflect graduate credits are required. In addition, transcripts with prerequisites, leveling courses and advanced standing relevant to your desired program should be submitted.

   • Additional transcripts may be requested by the Office of Graduate Admissions.

   • Note for International Students: All international transcripts need U.S. grade equivalencies noted (i.e. GPA on a 4.0 scale). If your transcripts do not show U.S. grade equivalencies, you must have them evaluated by a credential evaluation agency like SpanTran (Biola Discount), World Education Services (WES) or Foundation for International Services (FIS).

     • Be sure to choose "course by course report" and have SpanTran/WES/FIS send them directly to Biola University via online portal or post (13800 Biola Ave, La Mirada, CA 90639) in order to be considered official.

   Two Letters of Recommendation

   • Forms will be supplied by the admissions office.

   Vocational Objectives

   • Applicants must submit a 1-2 page statement outlining their vocational objectives and how the degree will relate to those objectives, with a possible capstone project idea included.

   Proof of English Proficiency (Required for Non-Native English Speakers)

   • The Cook School of Intercultural Studies requires all students whose first language is not English to provide proof of English proficiency. Ways to provide proof of English proficiency includes one of the following:

     • Meet minimum TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo test score (TOEFL iBT: 100, IELTS: 7.5, Duolingo: 130).
     • Provide official transcript showing an accredited degree (bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral) completed/taught fully in English.
     • Successfully complete Biola’s English Language Program with passing status on the ELP Exit Exam