Financial Aid

• Although there is financial aid available to international students attending Biola, funds are limited. Therefore, applicants must be able to meet the majority of the cost of their education.
• The source of approximately 95% or more of yearly tuition must be from the applicant's funds and/or a sponsor(s). Biola University cannot assist applicants in finding sponsors.
• Before requests for financial aid can be considered, the applicant must complete and return the application form with the required transcripts, references, Affidavit of Support, etc. and be accepted for admittance by March 1st.
• It is essential that the University be able to clearly understand the applicant's qualifications and sponsor's financial resources before evaluating potential eligibility for scholarship assistance. Incomplete or unnotarized affidavits will be returned to the applicant.
• Applicants who wish to be considered for financial assistance should specify this request with their completed application forms.
  

International Student Grant

The International Student Grant is available to international students who have been accepted to Biola University. Eligibility is based on academic achievement and financial need.

Eligibility
- International student (non-U.S. citizen) with F1 visa
- Minimum academic standing of 70% / "C"
- Demonstrate approximately 95% of the educational costs by a sponsor
- Must complete application to the University by March 31
- Must be a full-time student during the academic year at Biola (9 or more units for graduate students)

Amount
- Varies; Up to $2,000 per year for graduate students

Renewable
Must fill out a new application yearly

Deadline
March 31

International Student Grant Application

International Scholarships

Other scholarships available to international students are departmental scholarships and church matching scholarships.

Employment Opportunities

International students are allowed to work in the USA under the following categories:

1. On-campus (Biola has approximately 680 on-campus jobs, but it is not guaranteed that you will get a job on campus)
2. Off-campus with a work permit
3. CPT (Curricular Practical Training)
4. OPT (Optional Practical Training)

Please see the Immigration DSO for more information. Accompanying spouses in the U.S. are not permitted to work unless also full-time students.