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Undergraduate Tuition & Costs

How much does Biola cost? It can be more affordable than you think — dramatically lower than the “sticker price” in most cases. Below, you’ll find details about tuition, housing, meals and other expenses. But remember: We’ve got generous scholarship and aid options to help you afford a premier Christ-centered education.

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Published Price

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Scholarships, Grants & Loans

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Actual Cost

Estimated Costs and Aid Overview (2026-27)

Below are the estimated rates for the upcoming school year. For Spring 2026 rates, view the current year's 2025–26 tuition and costs.

Estimated Costs Before Aid Per Semester Per Year
Tuition $26,472 $52,944
Housing  $3,385 $6,770
Food (12 flex meal plan)  $2,800 $5,600
Total Costs Before Aid $32,657 $65,314
Scholarships and Aid Per Semester Per Year
Average Scholarships & Gift Aid  $15,928 $31,856
Federal Loans  $2,750 $5,500
Total Estimated Aid  $18,678 $37,356
Estimated Remaining Costs After Aid Per Semester Per Year
Average Student Living on Campus $13,979 $27,958
Average Student Living at Home $7,794 $15,588

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Net Price Calculator

100% of new, incoming traditional undergraduate students receive at least one form of aid. Use our Net Price Calculator to estimate how much financial aid you might qualify for as an undergraduate student at Biola University.

Note: The Net Price Calculator for the 2026–27 academic school year will be available in early 2026.
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Cost Details (2026-27)

Tuition

Program Type Semester Tuition
(12-18 credits)		 Annual Tuition
(12-18 credits)		 Cost Per Credit
(1-11, 19+ credits)		 Cost Per Credit
(Summer 2027)
Traditional Undergraduate$26,460 $52,920$2,205$799
English Language Scholars N/A N/A$679 $679
Special Student Tuition
(Non-Degree Seeking)		 $26,460 $52,920$2,205 $799

Note: The fee to audit a class is $250 per credit.

Meal Plan

These are estimated costs for 2026–27. Meal plans are optional for commuter students. All students under 21 years old, not living at home, are required to live in on-campus housing and have a meal plan.

Meal Plan Semester Annual
20 Flex Meal Plan ($150 flex) $3,534 $7,068
15 Flex Meal Plan ($150 flex) $3,345 $6,690
12 Flex Meal Plan ($150 flex) $2,846 $5,692
10 Flex Meal Plan ($150 flex) $2,636 $5,272
Block Plan 175 (175 anytime meals with $150 Flex) $3,098 $6,196
10 Meal Plan $2,452 $4,904
5 Flex Meal Plan ($50 flex)
Commuters or Biola apartment residents only		 $1,145 $2,290
Block Plan 20 (20 anytime meals with $350 flex)
Commuters or Biola apartment residents only		 $715 $1,430

Miscellaneous Expenses

Beyond tuition, meals and housing, students should plan for additional fees and personal expenses. The following chart lists some of the most common additional costs. Please note that some schools, programs, courses and activities have separate fees. For a more detailed view of potential costs, expand the lists of general and special fees.

Expense Semester
Biola Health Insurance (if applicable) $1,200
Class Fees $100
Books $200–$500
Personal Varies
Parking Fee (if applicable) $160
Late Registration (if applicable) $200

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Enrollment Deposit (non-refundable)1 Cost
Undergraduate $300

1 Biola undergraduate students accepted into a Biola graduate program must submit a graduate deposit to ensure a place as a Biola graduate student.

 

General Fee Cost
Arranged Course/Independent Study Fee1 $200
Cap and Gown Fees: Bachelors Set (includes cap, gown, tassel) $39
Graduation Processing Fee $100
Graduation Application Late Fee $200
Health Insurance Plan (student only estimate)2 $1,200
Housing Deposit $250
International Student Fee (per semester – fall/spring)3 $100
Late Application Fee $10
Late Enrollment Fee – Any time after the published payment deadline $200
Payment Plan Fee $85
Replacement Diploma Fee $55
Returned Check Fee (per occurrence) $25
Rush Check Fee $20
Special Off-Campus Program Registration Fee $50
Special Student Application Fee $20
Student Athlete Fee (per semester – fall/spring)3 $125
Transcript Fee Official $9
Vehicle Registration/term $160

1 The Arranged Course/Independent Study Fee is non-refundable after the first day of the semester in which the student is enrolled.

2 Required of all traditional undergraduate students, all international students on an F1 student visa (including graduate and ELS students), and all students who live in Biola residential facilities (including graduate, ELS, online bachelor’s, etc.). Students that are enrolled in a private health insurance plan that meets university requirements can submit their insurance information in order to apply for a waiver of the Student Health Insurance Plan. Students that desire to apply for a waiver must do so at the time of enrollment. Insurance fees are subject to change.

View All Special Fees

There are special fees for specific labs, clinics, physical education/recreation and camping courses, etc. See course descriptions for fees.

Special Fee Cost
Art (per semester – fall/spring) $350
Art Minor (per semester – fall/spring) $150
Biblical and Theological Studies Department Activity Fee (per year) $180
CMA School Fee – Students entering Fall 2025 and beyond (per semester – fall/spring) $750
CMA School Fee – Students enrolled prior to Fall 2025 (per semester – fall/spring) $200
Communication (per semester – fall/spring) $250
Commuter Life Fee (per semester – fall/spring) $125
Conservatory of Music – Music Majors (per semester – fall/spring) $200
Conservatory of Music – Theatre Majors (per semester – fall/spring) $200
Nursing (per semester – fall/spring) $400
Orientation Fee $125
School of Education (per semester – fall/spring) $100
Stewart Science Honors Program Fee (per semester – fall/spring) $50
Torrey Honors College Fee (per semester – fall/spring) $125

Housing

These are estimated costs for 2026–27. Please note that single occupancy in traditional housing is available at a higher cost (limited). All students under 21 years old, not living at home, are required to live in on-campus housing and have a meal plan.

Residence Hall Semester Annual
Alpha — Double $3,600 $7,200
Alpha — OSA Single $3,600 $7,200
Alpha — Triple  $3,100 $6,200
Blackstone — Small Double $3,100 $6,200
Blackstone — OSA Single $3,100 $6,200
Blackstone — Double $3,600 $7,200
Hart — Double $3,600 $7,200
Hart — Triple $3,100 $6,200
Hart — OSA Single $3,600 $7,200
Hope — Design Occupancy $3,600 $7,200
Hope — OSA Single $3,600 $7,200
Horton — Design Occupancy $3,600 $7,200
Horton — OSA Single $3,600 $7,200
Sigma — Double $3,600 $7,200
Sigma  — OSA Single $3,600 $7,200
Stewart Hall — Double $3,600 $7,200
Stewart Hall — OSA Single $3,600 $7,200
Double-As-Single Occupancy, All Halls $5,500 $11,000
Apartment Room Type Semester Annual
1 Bedroom, 2 Occupants $4,400 $8,800
1 Bedroom, 3 Occupants $3,700 $7,400
2 Bedroom, 4 Occupants $3,900 $7,800
Married & Family Apartments Per Month
La Mirada / Rosecrans
1 bedroom, 1 bath
 $1,800
La Mirada / Rosecrans / Valley View
2 bedrooms, 1 bath
 $2,200
La Mirada / Rosecrans
2 bedrooms, 2 baths
 $2,400
Valley View
3 bedrooms, 2 baths
 $2,800
Rosecrans Small
1 bedroom, 1 bath
 $1,500

Housing

This is the average cost of on-campus housing. Costs may be lower or higher depending on your residence hall or apartment building.

Food

This is the cost of food for 12 meals per week. Students living in residence halls are required to purchase a plan of at least 10 meals per week.

Average Scholarships

This is the average gift aid — including scholarships and grants — for new, incoming freshmen and transfer students. This amount does not need to be repaid. Actual awards vary based on a number of factors, including academic performance and level of demonstrated need.

Federal Loans

First-year students are eligible for $5,500 in annual federal loans, with the annual amount increasing each year you’re in school. Beyond these federal student loans, additional loan options include Parent PLUS loans and private loans.

Total Estimated Aid

This amount is shown as an example. Actual awards may be higher or lower. To get a personal estimate of your award, based on academic performance and estimated need, visit our net price calculator.