C+

Above Average

Score: 60/100

Overall (traditional)

N/R

Outcome Rating

No earnings reported

Elim Bible Institute and College

4-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Lima, New York 14485

🌐 https://elim.edu/

Elim Bible Institute and College — acceptance rate 100%, tuition $9,178

Elim Bible Institute and College campus, Lima, NY. Photo: Doug Kerr from now in Binghamton, NY, CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons.

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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (A) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 70%

Outcomes

85/100

Affordability

C+

59/100

Resources

C+

55/100

Experience

67/100

Prestige

29/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

Total Enrollment

70%

Graduation Rate

100%

Retention Rate

7.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

100%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Elim Bible Institute and College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$10,247

Median debt at graduation

66.7%

Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

42.9%

Students receiving Pell grants

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Elim Bible Institute and College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major	1 yr after	4 yrs after	vs. national	Rank (pay)	Rank (wage-adj.)	Median debt
Bible/Biblical Studies	$18,339	$39,670	-5%	#3 of 5	#3	$11,182

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Elim Bible Institute and College Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $309,580
Avg rent near campus: $1,161/mo — vs ~$389/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 14454 (3.5% cap, Geneseo)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$9,178	$9,178
Room	$3,500
Board	$3,900
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$19,630	$19,630

Financial Aid

100%

Receive Any Aid

55%

Receive Pell Grants

41%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Bible/Biblical Studies 13 grads/yr Religion/Religious Studies 10 grads/yr Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other 7 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Elim Bible Institute and College's top programs commonly pursue.

Philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary

$78k/yr 27,300 jobs

Directors, religious activities and education

$55k/yr 138,900 jobs

Clergy

$61k/yr 262,000 jobs

Religious workers, all other

$45k/yr 88,400 jobs

Student Demographics

Total Students

39%

Women

62%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 62%

Hispanic 6%

Black 11%

Two or More 3%

Non-Resident 8%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 35%

Hybrid (Some Online) 40%

Fully Online 26%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 62%

25-64 (Adult) 35%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Elim Bible Institute and College?

Elim Bible Institute and College has an acceptance rate of 100%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend Elim Bible Institute and College?

Tuition at Elim Bible Institute and College is $9,178 for in-state students and $9,178 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at Elim Bible Institute and College?

The graduation rate at Elim Bible Institute and College is 70%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Elim Bible Institute and College a good school?

Elim Bible Institute and College has a Repit College Score of 60/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Elim Bible Institute and College?

Elim Bible Institute and College has a total enrollment of 98 students.

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