History
The original BIOLA acronym stands for...
Bible Institute Of Los Angeles
How many students are on Biola's campus?
3400 undergraduate students, 1900 graduate students, 5300 students total
The Office of Campus Engagement oversees clubs, nation ball, mock rock, orientation, and other community events
What office helps students plan out their courses to ensure students graduate on time and can help students plan for studying abroad?
Office of Academic Advising
Biola was founded in 1908 by...
Lyman Stewart and T. C. Horton
How many athletic teams does Biola have?
17
What is SGA?
Student Government Association is our elected student body who have implemented hammocking poles, brought ice cream in the caf, petitioned to allow for skateboarding on campus, and serve as the voice of students to our leadership board
Prior to enrollment, students should connect with _____ for financial aid questions
their admissions counselors
Our original campus was in downtown LA on the corner of...
Sixth and Hope Street
How many Biolans commute?
33%
What is SMU?
Student Mission Union is the longest standing student-led missions organization in the world and connects our students to countless ministries across the world as well as organizes our annual Missions Conference
What office oversees our catalog and helps process student’s transferring credits?
Office of the Registrar
Biola moved to La Mirada in...
1959
What percentage of students live on campus?
60%
What is GSE?
Global Students Engagement serves our students who have spent a part of their lives outside of the US including missionary kids, international students, or third-culture students
What office provides tutoring, IEP’s, dietary plans, and other resources for a student’s wellbeing?
Office of Student Accessibility
What is Biola's mission statement?
biblically centered education, scholarship and service — equipping men and women in mind and character to impact the world for the Lord Jesus Christ
What schools do we partner with for ROTC?
CSU Fullerton, USC, and LMU
What is SEID?
Student Enrichment and Intercultural Development oversee various programs to foster belonging for our diverse student body
If you don’t know the answer to a question, the best way to respond is...
“That’s a great question! I’m actually not too sure, but you should reach out to your admissions counselor about that.”