Head Coach
Dr. Dave Holmquist
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-15 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Dave Holmquist | Head Men's Basketball Coach | dave.holmquist@biola.edu |
| Matt Okada | Assistant Coach | mens.basketball@biola.edu |
| John Wiese | Athletic Trainer | john.wiese@biola.edu |
| Matt Larsen | Strength & Conditioning | matt.larsen@biola.edu |
About Biola University Basketball
Walk into Biola's gym and you'll notice something that doesn't fade with time, a program built on resilience and faith, where basketball is a tool for something larger than itself. Dr. Dave Holmquist has shaped an Eagles program in the Pacific West Conference that values development over shortcuts, where players are expected to grow as students and citizens first. Biola's basketball tradition runs deep in Southern California, rooted in a culture where competing at a high level means holding yourself to standards that extend beyond the court. The Eagles have cultivated a consistent approach to recruiting and development: they find players hungry to prove themselves, then give them real playing time and real responsibility. Alumni have gone on to professional basketball and meaningful careers off the court, a testament to the program's emphasis on preparation for life after college. The La Mirada campus sits in Orange County, offering year-round training and academic resources within reach of Southern California's basketball pipeline. Holmquist's teams are known for their toughness, disciplined defense and ball movement that reflects coaching that's been earned through experience. This isn't a program that promises shortcuts; it's one that builds players through competition and character. If you're looking for a place where your game will be challenged and refined while you earn your degree, Biola offers a path with substance. Before you reach out to a program at this level, make sure your game is where it needs to be. Florida Coastal Prep exists to help serious players close that gap, through elite training, academic support, and real exposure. Start at floridacoastalprep.com or /contact/.
Net price
$32,530/yr
Grad rate
68%
Enrollment
3,474
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $32,530 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $27,693 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $24,201 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $27,376 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $29,331 / year
- $110,001+
- $39,686 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 3,474
- Average net price
- $32,530 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $50,904 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $50,904 / year
- Graduation rate
- 68%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Pacific West Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
Azusa Pacific University
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Location Azusa, CA | Enrollment 2,759 | Avg. net price $22,597 |
Biola University
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Location La Mirada, CA | Enrollment 3,474 | Avg. net price $32,530 |
Chaminade University
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Location Honolulu, HI | Enrollment 1,672 | Avg. net price $24,793 |
Concordia University Irvine
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Location Irvine, CA | Enrollment 1,536 | Avg. net price $29,761 |
Dominican University of California
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Location San Rafael, CA | Enrollment 1,114 | Avg. net price $35,567 |
Fresno Pacific University
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Location Fresno, CA | Enrollment 1,544 | Avg. net price $17,491 |
Hawaii Pacific University
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Location Honolulu, HI | Enrollment 2,392 | Avg. net price $34,758 |
Point Loma Nazarene University
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Location San Diego, CA | Enrollment 3,188 | Avg. net price $40,555 |
University of Hawaii at Hilo
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Location Hilo, HI | Enrollment 2,160 | Avg. net price $10,599 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Biola University D2?
Yes, Biola University is an NCAA Division II program in the Pacific West Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Biola University men's basketball.
What conference is Biola University in?
Biola University competes in the Pacific West Conference for D2 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Biola University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $32,530 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Biola University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 3,474 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Biola University?
Build updated game film, complete NCAA or NAIA eligibility requirements for D2, and contact the coaching staff using verified emails on this page or the official athletics staff directory. FCP helps players prepare film and recruiting profiles for D2 programs. See floridacoastalprep.com/apply/ and the how-to-get-recruited guide on this site.
Biola University Is Within Reach: If You're Ready
The difference between a player who gets offered by a D2 program and one who doesn't often comes down to timing and preparation. FCP prepares athletes for the moment when Biola University's coaches are ready to evaluate, so you don't miss your window.
Coaching contacts compiled by the FCP recruiting staff. Cost and graduation figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-11-04.