Biola University Top Questions

What do you consider the worst thing about Biola University? Why?

Thomas

The downside to many of the great aspects of Biola is it's high tuition. Even with FAFSA and a few internal scholarships, the cost was still over $20,000. Regardless of summer jobs or grants, most students end up taking out loans. For me, the reward of achieving a career in the film industry through the connections Biola offers will be worth any period of debt I must struggle through.

Kristin

The expense of Biola is the worst thing about it.

Colin

Despite the high-quality education provided and the serene campus, the tuition and costs to attend BIOLA University is more than a state university. BIOLA has great scholarship and financial aid programs; however, the cost of attendance even after all the deductions is still on the higher-end. If you are an out-of-state student, BIOLA actually may be more affordable than state schools. Private schools are generally expensive, but the education and care you recieve may be worth it.

Sabrina

Sometimes people are act like they do not have problems and act as if they always have to be happy, which is not what we are taught. We are taught to be honest and vulnerable with one another; people forget that.

Jaci

The worst thing about Biola University is the surrounding area, there is not much to do.

Ashlynn

Open Hours!! I hate the fact that there is only certain times and days that boys can be on the girls floor or vice versa. It is by far the worst inconvenience. I love the fact that we don't have coed dorms because that would just be aweful but it would be nice to have my boyfriend or even a guy come into my roommate and my room without having the door open and having him have to leave before 11. I understand that it is just a precaution but still a nuisance none the less.

Dulce

Worst thing for a commuter or the owner of a car is the extra fee for parking permits.

Morganne

The price. Everything about Biola is incredible, but it is hard to pay for at times. However, the amazing things about the school make up for the price.

Katelyn

The worst thing about Biola is the on campus jobs are hard to come by. We have a website where campus jobs are listed, however they are few and hard to get. Many students are looking for jobs, so employers have many applicants making the process very competitive. If you are serious about getting a job and work hard to apply to several places you will eventually get one, it just might not be the most glorious postion. I work in the school cafeteria, but applied many places before I got hired.

Dana

The price of room and board gets exhausting sometimes.

Kelly

I can honestly say that I have nothing to complain about at the college I am attending. As a transfer student, coming here was the best decision I could ever make and there is absolutely nothing that would make me want to say anything different.

Jonathan

The worst thing about my school is that it is terribly expensive. I reccommend transfering in if you can. It's so expensive, that there is a high attrition rate due to lack of funds on the students' part.

Adam

The worst part of Biola is limited number of restuarants and places to eat.

Breanna

The worst thing about my school is that it is running out of room to expand and make room for all of those who are interested in attended the university.

Camila

Biols University is amazing place to study. The only thing that can take away your sleep at night is paying for it. Money becomes an essential part of your education, getiing excellent grades is no longer enough. Being able to pay for school can become a nightmare.

Corryn

The only thing that I can think of that is "worst" is the expence. But the expence is worth the training I get at school. I can't really think of anything that is worth complaining about. Maybe perhaps because it is a Christian college find a way to be absolutly sure that those are accepted are Christians.

Emily

It is so expensive, finding money to pay for it is very difficult.

Kyle

Tuition is the only bad thing about Biola because it is a private school and really hard to afford and I am doing everything I can just to be able to keep being able to go there.

Lydia

I believe the worst thing about Biola University is the lack of diversity and racial reconciliation. Although there isn't a wide spread of racism, races tend to cling to each other and a majority of this university is white. But this year, Biola University is starting programs to increase diversity such as adding new professors of diversity.

Samantha

The worst thing about the school is the price. As a private school, the tuition is quite expensive, which makes it hard to even dream about attending. However, if one is serious about getting a good education and making friends that will last a lifetime, the struggle to pay for it is well worth it. From experience, I can say that it is not easy finding money to pay for tuition and other costs, but it is the best investment I have ever made, because I am preparing for my future here.