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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

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 $6,380
Total Costs Before Aid $31,057 $62,114
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 $26,714
Average Student Living at Home $6,792 $13,584

View Current Tuition and Costs (2023-24)

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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.

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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 20 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

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

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 20 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 ComponentAmount
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 ComponentAmount
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 ComponentAmount
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 ComponentAmount
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

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 15 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.