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.
Published Price
Scholarships, Grants & Loans
Actual Cost
Costs and Aid Overview (2024-25)
| Costs Before Aid | Per Semester | Per Year |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $24,492 | $48,984 |
| Housing | $3,375 | $6,750 |
| Food (15 meal plan) | $3,190 | $6,030 |
| Total Costs Before Aid | $31,057 | $61,764 |
| Scholarships and Aid | Per Semester | Per Year |
|---|---|---|
| Average Scholarships & Gift Aid | $14,950 | $29,900 |
| Federal Loans | $2,750 | $5,500 |
| Total Estimated Aid | $17,700 | $35,400 |
| Remaining Costs After Aid | Per Semester | Per Year |
|---|---|---|
| Average Student Living on Campus | $13,357 | $26,364 |
| Average Student Living at Home | $6,792 | $13,584 |
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Cost Details (2024-25)
Tuition
| Program Type | Semester Tuition (12-18 credits) |
Annual Tuition (12-18 credits) |
Cost Per Credit (1-11, 19+ credits) |
Cost Per Credit (Summer 2025) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional Undergraduate | $24,492 | $48,984 | $2,041 | $740 |
| English Language Scholars | N/A | N/A | $624 | $624 |
| Special Student Tuition (Non-Degree Seeking) |
$24,492 | $48,984 | $2,041 | $740 |
Note: The fee to audit a class is $250 per credit.
Meal Plan
These are estimated costs for 2024–25. 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) | $3,190 | $6,380 |
| 15 Flex Meal Plan ($150 flex) | $3,015 | $6,030 |
| 12 Flex Meal Plan ($150 flex) | $2,560 | $5,120 |
| 10 Flex Meal Plan ($150 flex) | $2,370 | $4,740 |
| Block Plan 175 (175 anytime meals with $150 Flex) | $2,790 | $5,580 |
| 10 Meal Plan | $2,235 | $4,470 |
| 5 Flex Meal Plan ($50 flex); Commuters or Biola apartment residents only |
$1,000 | $2,000 |
| Block Plan 20 (20 anytime meals with $350 flex); Commuters or Biola apartment residents only |
$635 | $1,270 |
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 | Varies |
| Books | $200–$500 |
| Personal | Varies |
| Parking Permit (if applicable) | $160 |
| Late Registration (if applicable) | $200 |
View All General Fees
| Enrollment Deposit (non-refundable)1 | Cost |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $300 |
| Graduate | $100 |
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.
3 New fee implemented in the 2024–25 academic year.
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)1 | $350 |
| Art Minor (per semester – fall/spring)1 | $150 |
| Biblical and Theological Studies Department Activities Fee (per year) | $180 |
| Class and Laboratory Fees (varies) | $5-$575 |
| Class Travel Fees (varies) | $100-$200 |
| Communication (per semester – fall/spring)1 | $250 |
| Commuter Life Fee (per semester – fall/spring)1 | $125 |
| Conservatory of Music (per semester – fall/spring)1 | $200 |
| Elementary Greek Grammar Challenge Exam | $100 |
| Language Proficiency Exam | $50 |
| Military Veteran Portfolio Evaluation for Credit | $350 |
| New Testament History & Literature Challenge Exam | $50 |
| Old Testament History & Literature Challenge Exam | $50 |
| Department of Nursing (per semester – fall/spring)1 | $400 |
| Nursing Application Fees (to outside vendors; varies) | $110-$150 |
| Nursing Late Fee (for late submission of health documents) | $50 |
| RN-BSN Portfolio Evaluation for Credit | $350 |
| LVN-BSN Portfolio Evaluation for Credit | $350 |
| Orientation Fee1 | $125 |
| Prior Learning Assessment Portfolio Fee | $150 |
| Prior Learning Assessment Portfolio Resubmission Fee | $75 |
| School of Education (per semester – fall/spring)1 | $100 |
| Stewart Science Honors Program Fee (per semester – fall/spring)1 | $50 |
| Torrey Honors College Fee (per semester – fall/spring)1 | $125 |
| Digital Learning Fee (per online/hybrid course) | $100 |
1 New fee implemented in the 2024–25 academic year.
Housing
These are estimated costs for 2024–25. 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 or Apartment | Semester | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha | $3,225 | $6,450 |
| Hart | $3,225 | $6,450 |
| Hope | $3,530 | $7,060 |
| Horton | $3,530 | $7,060 |
| Blackstone — Standard room | $2,920 | $5,840 |
| Blackstone — Larger room | $3,530 | $7,060 |
| Sigma/Thompson | $3,225 | $6,450 |
| Stewart Hall | $3,225 | $6,450 |
| Beachcomber Apt. — 1 BR / 2 people | $3,925 | $7,850 |
| Beachcomber Apt. — 1 BR / 3 people | $3,330 | $6,660 |
| Beachcomber Apt. — 2 BR / 4 people | $3,375 | $6,750 |
| La Mirada Apt. — 2 BR / 4 people | $3,375 | $6,750 |
| La Mirada Apt. — 2 BR / 5 people | $3,375 | $6,750 |
| Li Apt. — 2 BR / 4 people | $3,630 | $7,260 |
| Lido Apt. — 1 BR / 2 people | $3,925 | $7,850 |
| Lido Apt. — 1 BR / 3 people | $3,330 | $6,660 |
| Lido Apt. — 2 BR / 4 people | $3,375 | $6,750 |
| Tradewinds Apt. — 1 BR / 2 people | $3,925 | $7,850 |
| Tradewinds Apt. — 1 BR / 3 people | $3,330 | $6,660 |
| Tradewinds Apt. — 2 BR / 4 people | $3,375 | $6,750 |
| Tropicana Apt. — 2 BR / 4 people | $3,375 | $6,750 |
| Welch Apt. — 1 BR / 3 people | $3,375 | $6,750 |
Biola’s Cost of Attendance
The cost of attendance is a measure whereby Biola University follows federal and state regulations to establish the maximum amount of financial aid a student can receive. The cost of attendance is determined for each academic year based on the student's program of study, academic credit load, and in some cases, housing status. Please note that the cost of attendance will differ, sometimes significantly, from a student's account balance. To determine a student account balance, students should visit myaccount.biola.edu. Students with questions regarding their balance can contact the Biola Student Accounts team at student.accounts@biola.edu.
The following costs of attendance are based on a student enrolling full time or at the recommended enrollment load for the program of study based on Biola University enrollment status definitions determined by the Office of the Registrar.
2024–25 Cost of Attendance for Traditional Undergraduate Students
Based on fall and spring enrollment at 12–18 credits per term.
Amount for Living with Parent
| Cost of Attendance Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Full-Time Tuition & Fees | $48,984 |
| Housing | $844 |
| Food | $6,380 |
| Personal Expenses | $3,028 |
| Transportation | $1,100 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,200 |
| Average Loan Fees | $112 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $61,648 |
Amount for Living Off Campus
| Cost of Attendance Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Full-Time Tuition & Fees | $48,984 |
| Housing | $6,750 |
| Food | $6,380 |
| Personal Expenses | $3,028 |
| Transportation | $1,100 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,200 |
| Average Loan Fees | $112 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $67,554 |
Amount for Living on Campus (No Dependents other than Spouse)
| Cost of Attendance Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Full-Time Tuition & Fees | $48,984 |
| Housing | $6,750 |
| Food | $6,380 |
| Personal Expenses | $3,028 |
| Transportation | $1,100 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,200 |
| Average Loan Fees | $112 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $67,554 |
Amount for Living On Campus with Dependents other than Spouse
| Cost of Attendance Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Full-Time Tuition & Fees | $48,984 |
| Housing | $11,050 |
| Food | $6,380 |
| Personal Expenses | $3,028 |
| Transportation | $1,100 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,200 |
| Average Loan Fees | $112 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $71,854 |