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Biola University Women's Swimming and Diving

Biola University (Biola) · La Mirada, California · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate74%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate68%finish within six years
Undergraduates5,434Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty15 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Biola University Women's Swimming and Diving coaches

Coaches at Biola University who recruit Women's Swimming and Diving, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Biola University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
Pacific West Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
athletics.biola
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1160–1370
ACTMiddle 50%: 24–29

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Popular majors

AccountingApplied PsychologyBiochemistryBiology Teacher EducationBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBiomedical Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
15 : 1
Graduation rate
68% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$48,984
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$30,510
Campus

Where it is

Biola University in La Mirada.

Location
La Mirada, California
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Undenominational
Time zone
Pacific
Website
biola.edu
Overview

About Biola University Women's Swimming and Diving

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Nate Harding, the Head Coach, leads the Biola University Women's Swimming and Diving staff of 6 coaches. Biola University (Biola) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Swimming and Diving as a member of the Pacific West Conference. Biola University is a private school in La Mirada, California with 5,434 undergraduates, a 74% acceptance rate and an average net price of $30,510 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Biola University Women's Swimming and Diving

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Nate Harding, the Head Coach and Elizabeth Mackay, the Head Diving Coach. Biola University has 6 coaches for Women's Swimming and Diving, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your best times in your events, or your dive list and scores in the subject line and first sentences. Division II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
  3. Send your videoInclude links to your verified times on SwimCloud, with the link near the top so Nate can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Biola University typically score 1160–1370 on the SAT and 24–29 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Biola University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
Questions

Biola University Women's Swimming and Diving FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Biola University D2?

Yes. Biola University competes in NCAA Division II Women's Swimming and Diving, in the Pacific West Conference.

Is Biola University public or private?

Biola University is a private nonprofit school in La Mirada, California.

What conference is Biola University Women's Swimming and Diving in?

The Pacific West Conference.

Does Biola University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Swimming and Diving?

Biola University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Biola University Women's Swimming and Diving have?

6 coaches, led by Nate Harding, the Head Coach.

How much does Biola University cost?

In-state tuition is $48,984 and out-of-state tuition is $48,984 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $30,510.

What is the Biola University acceptance rate?

74% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Biola University?

Admitted students typically score 1160–1370 on the SAT and 24–29 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Biola University Women's Swimming and Diving coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.