College comparison

Biola University vs University of Portland

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Biola University La Mirada, CA	University of Portland Portland, OR
Acceptance rateBiola University is more selective	74%	89%
SAT (25–75)	1160–1370	1160–1370
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	3,474	2,957
Avg net price	$31,495	$28,210
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)
Location	La Mirada, CA	Portland, OR

Quick answers

Is Biola University or University of Portland harder to get into?

Biola University is more selective: Biola University's acceptance rate is approximately 74% and University of Portland's is approximately 89% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Biola University vs University of Portland?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1160–1370 at Biola University and 1160–1370 at University of Portland. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.