Biola University Athletics

Biola competes in NCAA Division II, which offers athletic scholarships while maintaining a balance between competition and academics. The Eagles field 16 varsity sports with 368 total athletes, meaning about 11% of the 3,390-student body participates in varsity athletics. The university distributes $4.7 million in athletic scholarships across its programs. Biola belongs to the Pacific West Conference, competing against fellow Christian and secular universities throughout California and the western United States. The athletic program emphasizes character development alongside competition, fitting the university's Christian mission. While not known for dominating any particular sport nationally, the Eagles maintain competitive programs that attract student-athletes seeking both quality education and meaningful athletic participation. The relatively small student body creates an intimate atmosphere where athletes often develop close relationships with coaches and teammates.