Biola Admission Deadline Insights

Heya everyone! I’ve been looking into Biola and its admission process. I'm getting a little anxious about the deadlines – what happens if I miss it or does applying early really increase my odds? Thanks in advance for the insights!

Applying to colleges can be a bit nerve-wracking, for sure! It's important to ensure you're up to date with the deadlines for the colleges on your list. As for Biola University, the application deadlines are as follows:

Early Action I: November 30.

Early Action II: January 15.

Regular Decision: March 1.

Applying Early Action does offer certain advantages. Firstly, you'll receive your decision earlier, which could be a weight off your shoulders while waiting for decisions from other colleges. Secondly, as a general trend—not exclusive to Biola—applying early can increase your chances of admission slightly, due to the smaller applicant pool and potentially demonstrating your interest in the college. However, this bump is typically more pronounced in Early Decision (which Biola does not offer), where you are committing to attend if accepted.

As for missing a deadline, it's crucial to get everything in on time. Once a deadline has passed, the college generally stops accepting applications. In some cases, a college might extend its deadline or still consider late applications, but relying on this is risky. It's best to ensure you submit everything by the designated due date.

Some suggestions to help manage deadlines could include creating a spreadsheet or calendar noting all the important dates, setting reminders on your phone, and preparing your application components well in advance so you're only finalizing and submitting close to the deadline. And, of course, start writing your essays early—don't wait until the last minute!

Good luck with your application! If you need more advice, feel free to ask.