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ɫ��ɫ��̳’s First-Year Experience Rooted in a Strong Biblical Foundation
With small-group meetings and intentional faculty connections, first-year students engage in biblical guidance and Christ-centered friendships from the very beginning
Sarah Dougher — November 19, 2025
The first-year experience for students at ɫ��ɫ��̳ is crafted with care, intentionality and a strong biblical foundation. Before they even...
WalletHub Ranks ɫ��ɫ��̳ #184 out of 791 Higher Education Institutions Nationwide
Biola is the top-ranked school in California that is a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU)
Sarah Dougher — October 28, 2025
WalletHub’s 2026 College and University Rankings recognized ɫ��ɫ��̳ for its campus safety efforts and overall campus experience this...
ɫ��ɫ��̳ Awarded $1.36 Million Federal TRIO Grant to Support Underserved Students
The funding will boost retention and graduation rates among first-generation students, low-income students and students with disabilities
Katelin Lee — October 21, 2025
ɫ��ɫ��̳ has been awarded a $1.36 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to increase accessibility to support services for...
ɫ��ɫ��̳ Strengthened By 18 New Faculty Members
The professors bring knowledge in a wide range of areas, including artificial intelligence, design, psychology and engineering
Sarah Dougher — October 13, 2025
ɫ��ɫ��̳ welcomes 18 new faculty members for the 2025-2026 academic year. The new faculty joined Biola’s Rosemead School of Psychology,...
U.S. News & World Report Ranks ɫ��ɫ��̳ Among Top National Universities in America
The organization recognizes Biola on notable lists for a premier first-year experience, student accessibility and top undergraduate psychology and nursing programs
Sarah Dougher — September 23, 2025
Recognized for its outstanding first-year experience and extraordinary academic quality, ɫ��ɫ��̳ has been credited as one of the nation’s...
Niche.com Ranks ɫ��ɫ��̳ as Number One Christian College in California
Biola has also been recognized as a top university in America by Forbes and Money.com
Sarah Dougher — September 17, 2025
ɫ��ɫ��̳ has been recognized as the number one Christian college in California by Niche.com , a reputable online resource that helps...
Crowell School of Business Approaches AI with a Kingdom Focus
Biola’s Adaptive MBA and AI Lab equip students with the skills and wisdom to lead in tech-forward industries
Sarah Dougher — July 22, 2025
AI is becoming a household term. ChatGPT is quickly becoming an instrument used on a daily basis. Things are moving at a high speed and Biola...
Biola Earns Recognition in the Carnegie Foundation 2025 Classifications for Institutional Excellence and Student Success
Sarah Dougher — April 24, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — ɫ��ɫ��̳ has been recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in its 2025 Institutional...
ɫ��ɫ��̳ Recognized in Prestigious Research Activity Designation
Sarah Dougher — February 25, 2025
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — ɫ��ɫ��̳ has been recognized by Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching with the 2025 Research Activity...
Seven New Faculty Members Bring Expertise to ɫ��ɫ��̳
The professors bring knowledge in a wide range of areas including engineering, film and business
Sarah Dougher — October 03, 2024
ɫ��ɫ��̳ welcomes seven new faculty members for the 2024-2025 academic year. The new faculty will join Biola’s School of Science,...
ɫ��ɫ��̳ Ranked as one of America’s Best National Universities
U.S. News recognizes Biola on notable lists for high-quality teaching, student accessibility and top undergraduate psychology and nursing programs
Sarah Dougher — September 24, 2024
“Being once again recognized in the higher tier ranking of national universities by U.S. News & World Report emphasizes Biola's enduring dedication to its excellent faculty, students, academics and flourishing community,” said President Barry H. Corey. “Biola will continue to hold firm to its enduring Scriptural foundation, aiming to provide premier education to over 5,423 undergraduate and graduate students. Specifically, focused recognition on four U.S. News lists this year underscores the commitment of our faculty to teach our students in a high-quality education while providing accessible and excellent academics to all of our students while they are also formed in character.”
Biola Students Perform Exceptionally in National Business Competition
Biola students score in top 5% of competing schools, makes “Honor Roll”
Ryan Wingert — May 23, 2024
ɫ��ɫ��̳ Crowell School of Business students made the “honor roll” in a national business competition, earning a score in the top five...
ɫ��ɫ��̳ Class of 2024: Their First Graduation
Sarah Dougher — April 19, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — On May 3 and 4, over 1,000 graduates will receive their diploma from ɫ��ɫ��̳. For many undergraduate students, this...
Biola Welcomes Back Alumnus Zach King to Deliver Commencement Address
With over 130 million social media followers, King enchants global audiences with his “magical” video content
Sarah Dougher — February 19, 2024
Globally recognized social media star, filmmaker and alumnus, Zach King (’12), will deliver ɫ��ɫ��̳’s Spring 2024 commencement address at...
Social Media Mogul Zach King to Deliver Commencement Address at Alma Mater, ɫ��ɫ��̳
Sarah Dougher — February 12, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — Globally recognized social media star, filmmaker and alumnus, Zach King (’12), will deliver ɫ��ɫ��̳’s Spring 2024...
ɫ��ɫ��̳ to Host Spring 2024 Career Expo
Jalin Cerillo — February 05, 2024
LA MIRADA, CALIF. — More than 40 employers from across Southern California will be on ɫ��ɫ��̳’s campus this Wednesday for the university’s...
Biola Listed as Most Comprehensively Christian University in North America
Out of 562 Christian colleges and universities, Biola leads the way in making Christian faith central to the collegiate experience and student success
Biola Staff — December 07, 2023
ɫ��ɫ��̳ scores highest of the 562 Christian colleges and universities in North America for making Christian faith central to its identity,...
ɫ��ɫ��̳ Receives $750K in Grants for Two New Education Programs
Biola receives two grants to build a bilingual teaching program and an early childhood program
Jenna Mindel — November 22, 2023
ɫ��ɫ��̳’s School of Education has received $750,000 in grants from The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing to build a new...
Wall Street Journal Names Biola on 2024 Best Colleges List
Biola is one of the top three Christian colleges highlighted for student experience
Jenna Mindel — October 02, 2023
ɫ��ɫ��̳ is one of the best colleges in the nation, according to Wall Street Journal’s recent 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. report....
Biola Professors Author Book on Innovative Faith Integration Concepts
Seven School of Education faculty members collaborated on the new book “Biblical Integration Models for Education”
Abi Goosen — September 25, 2023
What are the best methods for integrating faith in the classroom today? A new book written and edited by seven ɫ��ɫ��̳ School of Education...
Biola Welcomes Incoming Class, Students Urged to Serve Others
Being the “greatest” looks more like serving others over oneself, President Barry H. Corey exhorts students
Jenna Mindel — September 21, 2023
ɫ��ɫ��̳ welcomes 1,676 undergraduate and graduate students, its largest incoming class since before the pandemic, this fall. The students,...
U.S. News Names ɫ��ɫ��̳ a 2024 Best National University
Biola is recognized on three special recognition lists including Best Undergraduate Teaching and Best Undergraduate Psychology programs
Sarah Dougher, Jenna Loumagne — September 18, 2023
ɫ��ɫ��̳ is one of America’s top universities, according to U.S. News and World Report , landing in the top tier of “Best National...
Torrey Honors College Named a Hidden Gem for Robust Liberal Arts Curriculum
Biola Staff — August 22, 2023
The American Council of Trustees and Alumni (ACTA) designated Torrey Honors College at ɫ��ɫ��̳ as a Hidden Gem this month. ACTA’s Hidden...
Talbot Launches Online Masters Degree in Classical Theology
Working professionals can now apply for the online, Socratic-style 36-credit program.
Charlotte McKinley — February 23, 2023
ɫ��ɫ��̳’s Talbot School of Theology launched a fully online version of their Master of Arts in Classical Theology to provide working...
ɫ��ɫ��̳ Moves Commencement Ceremonies to Once Per Year
University Communications — April 13, 2022
Biola’s leadership, after much discussion and in consultation with the Council of Academic Deans, Student Senate and service providers across...