Incoming Students

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Are you an Incoming Readmit, First-Time Freshman, or Transfer Student for Fall 2013?
We are so excited to welcome you to Biola University Undergraduate Housing!

We are so glad that you chosen Biola and are excited you have the opportunity to live on campus. We believe that living in a residence hall on campus has many benefits beyond just how close it puts you to class. You are living with peers, learning from each other, and having opportunities to experience close Christian community in ways most people don't have.

The department of Residence Life develops students relationally by directing conversations, creating programs, and providing resources, so that they are able to authentically and lovingly engage their neighbor. Our residence halls are staffed by student and professional staff. These full time, live-in, professionals are here help students as they engage their community. We hope that you will take many memories you form and lessons you learn with you as you leave Biola and engage God's world for his glory.

How to Apply for Housing

If you're looking for information on how to apply for Housing, please see the Application Information page

If you are under age 20 and would like to commute from home, please see the information on how to Request to Commute.

Request a Roommate

Between May 1 and June 1 you can request a specific roommate. Just follow these roommate selection instructions.

Fall 2013-Spring 2014 Housing Assignments

•Priority Housing Assignments are given to students who apply between: Friday, Feb. 15 - Wednesday, May 1 (NATIONAL DEADLINE FOR ENROLLMENT DEPOSIT!
•Any remaining openings will be given to students who apply after: Thursday, May 2

Fall 2013-Spring 2014 Housing Assignments will be available on my.Biola-> MyHousing Overview:
•For students who apply for Housing on or before May 1: Tuesday, July 9
•For students who apply after May 1: On a rolling basis after July 9

Fall 2013 Check-In

Housing Move-in/Check-in for Fall 2013 is Friday, August 23 through Sunday, August 25 at the Hall Office of your Building. Apartment residents will check-in at the Housing Office.

Housing Information

Have questions about your upcoming Biola Housing experience?

Frequently Asked Questions for Incoming Students