Biola University

School of Arts & SciencesThe School of Arts & Sciences consists of four schools: Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts; School of Fine Arts & Communication; School of Humanities & Social Sciences; and School of Science, Technology, and Health.The Synder School of Cinema & Media Arts focuses on equipping students to serve as an observer, interpreter, and creator of mass media through a Christian worldview. There are four areas of study to select from: game design and interactive media, production, writing for the screen and entertainment producing. The School of Cinema & Media Arts is ranked by Variety as one of the 30 best film programs in the world and is ranked as the #1 Christian film school. They offer four Bachelor's degree programs, including B.A. in Cinema and Media Arts, B.A. in Writing for Film and Television, B.A. in Game Design and Interactive Media, and B.S. in Entertainment Business.The School of Fine Arts and Communication is where students explore new ways to create, tell and distribute stories because every discipline taught is a channel through which students can impact the world and express their faith -- with words, visuals, and sound. The programs give students the opportunity to become proficient and powerful storytellers. The School of Fine Arts and Communication offers 15 Bachelor's degree programs, one Master's degree program, and three certificate programs. Degrees available include B.F.A. in Studio Art, B.S. in Design, B.A. in Music, B.A. in Communication Studies, and M.A. in Public Relations and Reputation Management.The School of Humanities & Social Sciences aims to look at humankind's similar and disparate systems, beliefs, languages and cultures and to gain an understanding through the literary masterpieces of great thinkers. They provide context for traditions and folklore and let philosophy collide with history and politics, in an attempt to make sense of the world from a human perspective, as well as a biblical perspective. The School of Humanities & Social Sciences offers 8 Bachelor degree programs. Degrees available include B.A. in English, B.A. in Political Science, and B.A. in Sociology. The School of Humanities & Social Sciences also offers the Torrey Honors College, which is Biola University's undergraduate honors program.The vision of the School of Science, Technology and Health at Biola University is to equip a new generation of ethically thoughtful professionals in the sciences and health care, grounded in a Christian worldview, educated in an academically rigorous environment, ready to assume positions of leadership, and able to provide the clear moral vision the world desperately needs. The School of Science, Technology and Health offers 16 Bachelor's degree program and two Master's degree programs. Degrees available include B.S. in Nursing, B.S. in Kinesiology, B.S. in Chemistry, and B.S. in Engineering Physics. The School of Science, Technology and Health also offers the Stewart Science Honors Program which is a highly selective honors program that is academically rigorous and is guided by research and technology.As of Fall 2022, the School of Arts & Sciences' enrollment is 2,123 undergraduate students and 68 Masters students. In addition, the Torrey Honors College partnered with Biola's Division of Diversity and Inclusion to create the program Read Well, Live Well, a summer program to introduce underserved students to a college campus.

Auxiliary ServicesAuxiliary Services serves the Biola University community through the Biola Store, conference services, dining services, the Print Shop, residential facilities, and student transportation. Auxiliary Services offers conference services for youth organizations, churches, sports camps, community groups, and other external organizations. There are six eateries available on Biola University's campus, including Caf Biola which is the main dining facility, Eagles' Nest, and The Heritage Cafe. Residential facilities include 10 residence halls and seven apartment buildings offered as housing to undergraduate and graduate students.

Talbot School of TheologyThe mission of Talbot School of Theology is the development of disciples of Jesus Christ whose thought processes, character, and lifestyles reflect those of our Lord, and who are dedicated to disciple making throughout the world. The goal is to educate and graduate students characterized by a commitment to serving Christ, missionary and evangelistic zeal, and a solid knowledge of the scriptures. The Talbot School of Theology offers three Bachelor degree programs, eight Master's degree programs, and two Doctoral degree programs, and four certificate programs. Degrees available include B.A. in Bible, Theology, and Ministry; Master of Divinity (M.Div.); and Doctor of Ministry. The Talbot School of Theology also partners with the Crowell School of Business to offer a Masters of Management, Nonprofits Organizations. As of Fall 2022, the Talbot School of Theology's enrollment is 226 undergraduate students, 977 Masters students, and 220 Doctoral students. Talbot School of Theology engages with its students and community through its weekly podcast "Think Biblically," "The Good Book Blog, and the Talbot Magazine which is published twice a year.

Student ServicesStudent Services includes Student Development and Intercollegiate Athletics. This includes a variety of student support, such as student communications, Title IX administration, student engagement and wellness, housing personnel, career development, academic advising, and the counseling center for students. It also includes support for international students, special-needs students, veterans, and off-campus students.

Academic SupportAcademic Support includes the Provost department, the library, diversity and inclusion administration, the Registrar's office, integration of faith and learning, and faculty administration and support.

School of EducationThe School of Education exists to train up those who desire to make an impact as educators in classrooms, administration buildings, homeschools, the mission field and beyond. Our wide selection of rigorous, biblically centered academic offerings - ranging from undergraduate and graduate programs to teaching credentials and certificates. The School of Education offers three Bachelor's program degrees, six Master's program degrees, and eight certificate programs. Degrees available include B.A. in Early Childhood, B.A. in Liberal Studies (Multidisciplinary), and M.A. in Education.As of Fall 2022, the School of Education's enrollment is 177 undergraduate students and 236 Masters students.Crowell School of BusinessThe Crowell School of Business prepares students academically with a foundational business education while nurturing their Christian commitment through solid biblical integration in courses and contact with faculty and staff. The mission of the Crowell School of Business is to equip students to develop a Biblical worldview so as to see business as ministry: to prepare students for excellence and leadership in their career, to be strong in mind and character, and mature in faith so that they will make an impact for God in this time and place. The Crowell School of Business offers two Bachelor degree programs, four Master's degree programs, and one certificate program. Degrees available include B.S. in Accounting, B.S. in Business Administration, and Masters of Business Administration.As of Fall 2022, the Crowell School of Business's enrollment is 477 undergraduate students and 118 Masters students. Every year the Crowell School of Business hosts the Biola Startup Competition where undergraduate and graduate students, as well as recent alumni, are invited to pitch their concept for a business or nonprofit, develop a business plan, and compete for capital. In addition, every other month, the Crowell School of Business hosts the Distinguished Speaker Series, where prominent business leaders are invited to speak with students.Rosemead School of PsychologyRosemead School of Psychology is a top psychology school for Christians who want to integrate their faith with their field. Rosemead School of Psychology brings together the scientific, research-driven study of human behavior with biblical perspectives on human flourishing. Students are equipped with knowledge and skills for professional roles in clinical psychology, therapy, counseling, teaching and research. Rosemead School of Psychology offers two Bachelor's degree programs, one online Bachelor's degree program, and two Doctoral degree programs. Degrees available include B.A. in Psychology and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology.As of Fall 2022, the Rosemead School of Psychology's enrollment is 343 undergraduate students and 119 Doctoral students.Cook School of Intercultural StudiesThe Cook School of Intercultural Studies exists to equip students to communicate, live and work effectively in culturally diverse contexts, to make disciples of all peoples, and to impact the world for the Lord Jesus Christ. It's diverse faculty, with overseas and missionary experience in nearly 100 countries, equips students for careers in a wide variety of fields globally and domestically. After 40 years of educating and mobilizing students for service around the world, the Cook School of Intercultural Studies will close at the end of the 2023-24 academic year and relocate most of its programs to Biola University's Talbot School of Theology starting Fall 2024. The Cook School of Intercultural Studies offers one Bachelor degree program, one Master's degree program, and three Doctoral programs. Degrees available include B.A. in Intercultural Studies, M.A. in Intercultural Studies, and Ph.D. in Intercultural Education.As of Fall 2022, the Cook School of Intercultural Studies' enrollment is 42 undergraduate students, 34 Masters students, and 116 Doctoral students. The Cook School of Intercultural Studies publishes The International Journal of Christianity and English Language Teaching, which is an annual publication relating to English language teaching and Christian English language teachers. Summer SessionSummer session provides students with the opportunity for a greater degree of flexibility in planning their total program. Students may enrich their course of study and reduce the overall time to completion or decrease their regular course load by careful selection of summer session courses. Courses may be applied to both the degree and the teaching credential programs. Instruction is offered in standard courses by the Biola faculty and capable visiting professors.ResearchResearch includes various grants that Biola University has secured from third parties, which includes administration of grants, as well as the research being performed. Research also includes The Center of Marriage & Relationships which equips students, couples and churches with the tools needed to build happy, healthy friendships, relationships and marriages. Public ServicesPublic Services includes Biola University's Biola Youth program and a counseling center for the community.