Explore Family Housing
Biola University’s residential communities are designed to cultivate student flourishing both in and outside the classroom. One unique offering is our Family Housing, a supportive living environment for students who are married or have families. This community provides a space where students can pursue their academic goals while living with and caring for their loved ones.
Rooted in our commitment to transformational relationships, inclusive environments, and enriching programs, Family Housing offers opportunities for connection, growth, and support tailored to the needs of student families. Whether it's through community events, peer support, or easy access to campus resources, Biola is dedicated to helping every student — and their family — thrive during their time here.
Explore Our Buildings
La Mirada Apartments
La Mirada is a student housing community for married students and students with families, located just half a mile from Biola University. This property features two-bedroom, one-bath apartments and offers amenities such as a spacious pool, courtyard, BBQ area, garages, and on-site laundry. Situated within walking distance of local coffee shops, La Mirada combines convenience with a warm, close-knit atmosphere. A dedicated Community Advisor supports the community by fostering connection through events and programming designed for student families.
Learn more about the Apartment ComplexesRosecrans 1 & 2
Rosecrans 1 & 2 are student housing communities at Biola University designed for married students and students with families. These one-bedroom apartments offer a cozy, cottage-like atmosphere with private kitchens, living areas, and access to shared amenities like BBQ grills, outdoor seating, laundry rooms, and a pool. Each building is supported by a Community Advisor who helps foster connection through community events and programming. Rosecrans 1 & 2 offer a peaceful, supportive space for students to live and grow alongside their families.
Learn more about the Apartment ComplexesRosecrans 3 & 4
Rosecrans 3 & 4 are gated student housing communities for married students and students with families at Biola University. These complexes offer spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments with shared amenities like laundry facilities, outdoor gathering areas, a grill, and open space for children to play. Each building is supported by a Community Advisor who builds community through events and programming. Rosecrans 3 & 4 provide a family-friendly environment where students can thrive in both academics and home life.
Learn more about the Apartment ComplexesRosecrans 5
Rosecrans 5 is a gated student housing community for married students and families at Biola University. It features one-bedroom and two-bedroom, two-bath apartments, with private balconies in select units. Amenities include garages, a pool, BBQ area, courtyard, and community spaces — with each building supported by a Community Advisor who helps foster connection through events and programming.
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Explore Your Options
Biola offers three types of living situations for students and their families: traditional apartment complexes for Families, as well as suite-style dorms and a few off-campus houses for single ÌÒ»¨ÊÓƵ students. Learn more about the living situation available for families:
Read our Policies and Procedures
Please carefully read our General Information section and Housing Handbook to have a clear understanding of our procedures and policies.
Application Process
You can fill out the application in the and log-in with your Biola credentials. We have limited availability in our Graduate and Family Student Housing so a room is not guaranteed upon submission of the application. When a room becomes available, we will reach out and schedule an interview on a first come, first served basis.
General Information
Learn more about your eligibility for housing, housing rates and maximum occupancy, and housing availability.
Housing Eligibility
These are the requirements for applying for Graduate and Family Housing:
Be accepted and enrolled as a full time student at Biola.
If you are an international student (not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident) you must be cleared by the Global Student Programs and Development (GSPD) office and have their visa status confirmed by GSPD.
Must be a full time student registered for at least nine master’s-level units or Three doctoral-level units of course work each semester. Married undergrad students must be registered for 12 units to be considered full time. **Please note that Modular, Credential, Online, US citizens/residents only working on their dissertation and Certificate students are not eligible for housing.
Housing Rates and Maximum Occupancy
Family Housing
Biola owns six apartment complexes with 70 apartment units. Monthly rent is based on the number of bedrooms and bathrooms per unit. The majority of the units are carpeted; all of them are provided with a refrigerator and stove/oven, but are otherwise unfurnished.
Rent Rate Comparison
Our intention is to offer rates that are 35-45% below the local market.
Eligibility & Rates for Family Housing
Apartments in our off-campus Family housing are for couples, families with children under 18 years of age, or single parents with children under 18 years of age.
Maximum occupancy is three persons per bedroom. Rates shown do not include utilities other than water and trash.
| Unit Type | Maximum Occupancy | 2025/2026 Housing |
|---|---|---|
| Rosecrans Studio | 2 | $1080/month |
| 1 bedroom/1 bathroom | 3 | $1365/month |
| 2 bedrooms/1 bathroom | 6 | $1645/month |
| 2 bedrooms/2 bathrooms | 6 | $1735/month |
Eligibility & Rates for Grad Housing
Single full time ÌÒ»¨ÊÓƵ students. Rates shown do not include campus parking permits.
| Unit Type | Maximum Occupancy | 2025/2026 Housing |
|---|---|---|
| Double-Occupancy Suite-Style Bedroom | 2 | $650/person/month |
| OSA Approved Medical Single Single | 1 | $820/person/month |
| Double-Occupancy House Bedroom Will be discontinued after the 2025–26 academic year | 2 | $695/person/month |
| Single-Occupancy House Bedroom Will be discontinued after the 2025–26 academic year | 1 | $875/person/month |
Housing Availability
Housing is offered year-round. Residents continuing after Spring semester may stay through the summer if they are enrolled and will be continuing as residents through the upcoming Fall semester.
Housing is limited and is provided on a space-available basis to full time Biola students. International and out-of-state students are given higher priority.
Because our residents are in a variety of academic programs we cannot necessarily predict when vacancies will occur until residents ÌÒ»¨ÊÓƵ or give notice. Therefore, we cannot guarantee what quantity of housing will be available for any given semester. Additionally, we cannot guarantee that a specific type of housing or location will be available for any given semester.
Please note that Modular, Credential, online, US citizens/residents only working on their dissertation, and Certificate students are not eligible for housing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a waitlist?
Our experience is that sometimes more students apply for housing than our vacancies can accommodate. However, we do the best we can to provide housing for our students.
What type of housing is offered?
Families live in apartments located about a 10-minute walk from campus.
Unmarried ÌÒ»¨ÊÓƵ students live in double-occupancy suite-style rooms on campus, or in off-campus houses adjacent to campus.
Is the housing furnished?
Family apartments are provided with a refrigerator and stove/oven but are otherwise unfurnished.
Graduate suite-style residence hall rooms are fully furnished with a standard twin bed/mattress, 3-drawer dresser, desk, desk chair, 2-shelf bookcase and closet space. Graduate houses are also provided with a couch, love seat, coffee table, dinette set, refrigerator, stove/oven and microwave.
How long is the Housing Contract?
Graduate and Family Housing Contracts are for the entire academic year with a summer housing option and are legally binding documents.
If you will be graduating at the end of a Fall semester, let us know before November. In that case, we will adjust the end date of your Contract to the end of the Fall rather than Spring semester.
Residents who no longer qualify for housing (withdraw from or dismissed from Biola or no longer full time) are in violation of their Contract. Family Housing residents in violation are to vacate within 30 days. Grads in violation are to vacate within 48 hours.
Contact us for a sample Housing Contract.
How and when do I pay for housing?
Graduate and Family Housing charges will be placed on your student account on the last day of the month, and are due two weeks later.
Must I find my own roommate for a double-occupancy grad room?
The Grad & Family Housing office will match roommates for double-occupancy suite-style rooms and double-occupancy house bedrooms using the lifestyle questions on the housing application and taking their ages and academic programs into account. However, if you would like to room with another grad student on our waitlist please let us know as soon as possible so we can find out if they agree.
Is parking available?
Each apartment in Family Housing is assigned at least one parking space in a carport or garage. Depending on the complex, there may be extra carport spaces available for rent.
Grad off-campus houses have garage and driveway parking. Some of them also have parking available on the street. Be aware of streets that are posted for permit-only parking; Biola cannot issue street parking permits.
Grad students living on campus may use adjacent parking lots or parking structures. A campus parking permit is required.
Can I have a pet?
Pets are not allowed in Grad & Family Housing. Students applying for a service animal or emotional support animal must obtain approval from the Office of Student Accessibility before bringing an animal to any housing facility.
Whom do I contact if I need an accommodation?
Please contact the Office of Student Accessibility (OSA) if you need special housing accommodation.
Am I required to have renter’s insurance?
Renter’s insurance is not required, but it is highly recommended. Biola University is not liable for damage to or theft of personal property, so it is best to be prepared for the unexpected.