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About BU
Biola University (BU) — private non-profit university. It is located in La Mirada, United States. As a member of Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU), International Council for Higher Education (ICHE). Sport affiliations and memberships: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), BU is actively working on developing the academic environment.
BU does research in different fields of study and offers bachelor and master programs.
At BU, the academic year is arranged according to the 4-1-4 model. It includes two long semesters of approximately 4 months and a short one in between. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees at BU are equal for locals and foreigners, and start from 13,004 USD per year. With the help of financial support programs, students can partially or fully cover the cost of education. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and scholarships.
Academic calendar
4-1-4
Financial Aid
Yes
Bachelor
44,370USD/year
Master
13,004USD/year
Additional costs
Also, be prepared for additional expenses: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.
BU accept applicants with a GPA of at least 3 to undergraduate programs, as well as those who successfully passed the entrance exams. Before applying, you need to pass the IELTS, PTE or TOEFL exam. The minimum TOEFL score is 70. The IELTS score is not lower than 5.5.
GPA
3
IELTS
5.5
TOEFL iBT
70
Master's degree at BU
When considering candidates for master's programs, the admission committee of the university pays attention to the student's academic performance during the undergraduate program. To confirm your level of English, you must pass IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 90. IELTS — 7 or higher.
IELTS
7
TOEFL iBT
90
BU campus
The campus of BU is suburban. Students live in a close-knit community and enjoy the benefits of the natural environment around them. However, they also have access to urban entertainment such as shopping malls, restaurants and cinemas. During the period of study, students can use the university library, where they can do homework and write scientific papers. BU regularly accepts students for international exchange programs, providing both local and international students with the opportunity to come into contact with different cultures and gain unique experience.
After graduation, you can stay in United States for another year. You can do this by extending your student visa or applying for a job search visa. Look for more immigration options in our article.
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