Earnings Distribution
How Biola University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biola University | $30,120 | $42,959 | +43% |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion | $51,013 | $65,478 | +28% |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global | $51,013 | $65,478 | +28% |
| Union University | $49,860 | $63,978 | +28% |
| Life Pacific University | $50,968 | $51,779 | +2% |
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Theology and Religious Vocations masters's programs at peer institutions in California (13 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Biola UniversityLa Mirada | $46,704 | $30,120 | $42,959 | — | — |
 Life Pacific UniversitySan Dimas | $20,462 | $50,968 | $51,779 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $50,968 | — | — | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Biola University, approximately 26% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.