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Biblical Studies at Biola University

La Mirada, CA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree · Bible/Biblical Studies

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $37,518/yr (11% vs median)

AI Risk High (48% exposed)

Job Market Medium (15,800 openings/yr)

ROI 2.7x earnings multiple

Ranked #19 of 37 Bible/Biblical Studies programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Biblical Studies graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$508K	$507K	$474K
Earnings Multiple	2.7x	2.7x	2.5x
Probability of Field Employment	52%	46%	35%
DegreeOutlook Score	24	23	21

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$186,816

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$112,404

40% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$27,000

8.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$49,524

32% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $37,518 at Biola University come in 11% above the national median of $33,741 for Biblical Studies programs.

At 2.7x tuition cost, the financial math is tight. Decade earnings don't dramatically exceed what you paid, making school choice and aid packages critical.

The 7% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Biblical Studies career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $27,000 against $37,518/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #19 ranking among 37 Biblical Studies programs places Biola University in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

A 32% earnings increase from $37,518 to $49,524 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About Biola University

A 60% admission rate makes Biola University accessible to a wide range of qualified students, a smaller institution with 3,390 students in La Mirada, CA. After financial aid, the average student pays $112,404 over four years — 40% below sticker price.

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Top Career Paths

Philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary $78,050/yr

Directors, religious activities and education $54,840/yr

View all 2 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 23/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Biblical Studies at Biola University?

At 23/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Biblical Studies programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Biblical Studies at Biola University?

The 48% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →