Appalachian Bible College
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
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This school is more affordable than other private schools
Affordability is calculated by subtracting average financial aid from total tuition and fees.
Learn more about how we determine school awards$14,000
Avg tuition
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About Appalachian Bible College
Appalachian Bible College is a small private college located on a rural campus in Mount Hope, West Virginia. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 192, and admissions are very selective, with an acceptance rate of 46%. The college offers 1 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 57%, and a student-faculty ratio of 7:1. Tuition and fees for students are $14,000.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
This school has a competitive acceptance rate.
This school is a little more selective about its students. Competitive acceptance schools welcome 15-50% of all applicants.
This school has a competitive acceptance rate.
This school is a little more selective about its students. Competitive acceptance schools welcome 15-50% of all applicants.
46% of students were accepted during the 2021-2022 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
68% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
57% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scores Required
High school transcript Required
High school rank Recommended
Letter of recommendation Required
High school GPA Required
Open admission No
Completion of college prep program Recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Required
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollment Yes
Credit for qualified life experience* Yes
Advance placement (AP) credits Yes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile 19-26
SAT 25th-75th Percentile 1035-1190
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
This school has a student body of fewer than 5,000 students.
Learn more about how we determine school awardsThe student-to-faculty ratio at this school is lower than other schools.
This means there are more faculty for each student, which can create an opportunity for more individualized attention and support in your studies.
Learn more about how we determine school awards199
Students enrolled
30%
Online student enrollment
7:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
81%
Unknown
11%
Non-U.S. Citizen
4%
Black
2%
Asian
2%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Hispanic
Information not available
Two or more races
Information not available
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
Information not available
Female student population
50%
Socio-economic diversity
69% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
1
Total Online Enrollment
59
Percent of Programs Online
75% On-campus
25% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates 100% online
Associate Not offered
Bachelor's Not offered
Graduate Certificate Not offered
Master's Not offered
Doctorate Not offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $14,000 | $14,000 |
| Graduate | $8,460 | $8,460 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,152 |
| On-campus room and board | $8,560 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,560 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $5,942 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $2,984 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,764 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $26,272 | $26,272 |
| Off-campus without family | $24,078 | $24,078 |
| Off-campus with family | $17,916 | $17,916 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
100%
State Grant Aid
17%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
69%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$11k
Average student debt after graduation
$26k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCCAA Division II
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Soccer
- Volleyball
- Basketball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
1Theology And Religious Vocations
BA
MA
DOC
Bible/Biblical Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
BA
MA
DOC
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
BA
MA
DOC
Bible/Biblical Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Bible/Biblical Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
BA
MA
DOC
Bible/Biblical Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
BA
MA
DOC
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- Volleyball
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