Biola University - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into Biola University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

56.6%

Admission Difficulty for Biola University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Difficult
Applicant Competition		Average

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Biola University is 56.6%. Its admission rate is the 37th lowest in California.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Biola University and can you get accepted?

Biola University is a more competitive school to get into. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 2,392 out of the 4,224 who applied were admitted.

Biola University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.61. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the lower half of their high school class. 30% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

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57% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Biola University you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.61 or better
Earn B+ grades in high school
Score 1240 on the SAT
Score 26 on the ACT

Biola University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.61

Typical High School Grades

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Biola University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Biola University are to have around a 3.61 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Biola University accepts 57% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Biola University is 3.61 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #37 in California for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Biola University is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Biola University students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	12.0%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	33.0%	Avg +
3.50 to 3.74	23.0%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	16.0%	Reach
3.00 to 3.24	9.0%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	7.0%	Low
2.00 to 2.49	0%	Low
1.00 to 1.99	0%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Biola University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Biola University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 26% of students submitted SAT scores and 10% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1105-1365

Applicants Submitting SAT

26%

SAT Scores for Biola University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	565
Math 25th Percentile	540
Composite 25th Percentile	1105

SAT Scores for Biola University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	695
Math 75th Percentile	670
Composite 75th Percentile	1365
Average SAT Score	1240

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Biola University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Biola University is 1240 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1105-1365. Students who get into Biola University score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers.. Biola University ranks #30 in the state of California for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1240 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Biola University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1105 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1105, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 970, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Biola University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1240 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1235, you have around a 57% chance of being admitted. A 1365 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 72% chance of getting in.

Biola University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1365 and Above	Good	>72%
1235 to 1365	Avg +	57%-72%
1105 to 1235	Avg -	41%-57%
975 to 1105	Reach	27%-41%
Less than 975	Low	<27%

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Biola University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

23-30

Applicants Submitting ACT

10%

ACT Scores for Biola University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	23
Math 25th Percentile	20
Composite 25th Percentile	23

ACT Scores for Biola University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	32
Math 75th Percentile	27
Composite 75th Percentile	30
Average ACT Score	26

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Biola University?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Biola University is 26, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 23 and 30. The school ranks #29 in California for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 26. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 23 and score in the score in the top 32 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 20.

10 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Biola University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Biola University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Biola University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 26 score has around 57% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 73% with a 30 ACT score.

Biola University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
30 and Above	Good	>73%
26 to 30	Avg +	57%-73%
23 to 26	Avg -	43%-57%
20 to 23	Reach	31%-43%
Less than 20	Low	<31%

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High School Class Rank

83% of Biola University freshman are in the lower half of their high school graduating class.

High School Class Rank for admitted Biola University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	0%
Top 25% of class	4%
Top 50% of class	17%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Biola University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	2,570	1,654	4,224
Accepted	1,506	886	2,392
Acceptance Rate	59%	54%	57%
Enrolled	414	292	706
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	27%	33%	30%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Biola University is $45.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Biola University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Biola University Application Requirements
Test Scores	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA	Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank	Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations	Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Biola University
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Biola University is fairly competitive, you have a decent chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.61 GPA, you have a good shot at getting in. An SAT score of 1240 will further improve your application. If you can get a 1365 on the SAT you will have a very good chance on getting in. Additionally a 26 on the ACT places you in a strong position.