Graduate Education
Take the next step — in your education, your leadership,
your career and your faith — as you learn from leading scholars in a supportive
Christian community.
Advanced graduate education to advance your calling.
Biola University offers a wide range of graduate programs — including master’s degrees, doctorates, credentials and certificates — providing Christian students with advanced academic and professional preparation in such fields as psychology, theology, business, education, intercultural studies and science and health.
Explore our Graduate Programs
Biola University's graduate programs combine academic rigor with biblical wisdom — equipping you to thrive in your life and career. Use our program explorer to find the degree that's right for you.
Exceptional Graduate Academics
Thriving Community
Biola University is home to a thriving graduate community — with graduate students comprising roughly one-third of the student body. Each year, nearly 2,000 graduate students enroll at Biola to be equipped in mind and character to impact the world for the Lord Jesus Christ.
Academic Excellence
As a comprehensive, nationally ranked university, Biola University offers 35 master’s and nine doctoral degrees — each providing academic rigor, practical preparation, biblical integration and spiritual growth. Graduate education is offered in a range of formats to meet graduate students' needs, including on-campus, online, modular and at extension sites throughout the world.
Accreditation
Biola University holds institutional accreditation by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵs of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (1961). In addition, the institution and certain of its programs are accredited by:
- American Psychological Association (1980)
- Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (1977)
- Association of Theological Schools (1977)
- California Commission for Teacher Preparation and Licensing (1960)
Schools of Study
Talbot School of Theology
A premier school of theology committed to the unchanging truth of God’s Word, offering degrees such as a Master of Divinity, Master of Arts in Christian Ministry and Leadership and others.
Crowell School of Business
A nationally accredited business school offering the rigorous and biblically centered business program — Master of Business Administration.
School of Education
A graduate school of education serving future teachers through degree programs like the Master of Arts in Teaching, Master of Arts in Education and others.
School of Science, Technology and Health
A graduate school committed to the sciences and health care, offering a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy, Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology and a fully online Master of Public Health and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), equipping a new generation of ethically thoughtful professionals.
Proven Success
With an 85% graduate rate across programs like Rosemead’s doctorate, you’ll receive the support you need to complete your degree.
Designed for Flexibility
Most of our graduate programs offer online courses, allowing you to advance your education without pausing your career. Study at your own pace and emerge equipped for your calling.
Global Community
Become part of a global community of Christ-centered learners from 45 U.S. states and 62 countries, building lifelong networks for ministry and impact.
The faculty in the program are excellent scholars and teachers. They care about fostering a robust, yet humble life of the mind. They are intentional and experienced at equipping Christians to serve the world and their local community in ways that really matter. It is truly a program where you can build lasting friendships with like-minded people.
Associate Professor, Baylor University
My experience at Biola prepared me for my career by equipping me to integrate biblical truth with best practices in early childhood and dual language education. Every class challenged me to think critically about how my faith shapes my actions in the classroom, preparing me to be a knowledgeable, Christ-centered educator ready to serve in international settings where I can share the gospel through my teaching.
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