C+
Above Average
Score: 59/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
40/100 · earnings-weighted

Appalachian Bible College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Mount Hope, West Virginia 25880
ℹ️
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: 76%
Outcomes
A
84/100
Affordability
C
51/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
B+
79/100
Prestige
F
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

218
Total Enrollment
76%
Graduation Rate
85%
Retention Rate
8.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
99%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$37,467
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$29,147
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$11,000
Median debt at graduation
71.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,039
Average SAT
23
Median ACT
41.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 29% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 13th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (WV wage index 0.71). This drives the Outcome Rating.

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 Appalachian Bible College

Median pay of bachelor'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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Bible/Biblical Studies$21,367$28,980-35%#34 of 35#31$12,500

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 Appalachian Bible College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $129,776
  • Avg rent near campus: $999/mo — vs ~$466/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 25880 (6.0% cap, Mount Hope)

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🏆 Where Appalachian Bible College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#10
Bible/Biblical Studies
of 35 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $16,280 $16,280
Room $4,190
Board $4,970
Total Cost (On-Campus) $31,664 $31,664

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
55%
Receive Pell Grants
26%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

218
Total Students
45%
Women
73%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 92%
Hispanic 1%
Black 3%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 69%
Hybrid (Some Online) 24%
Fully Online 6%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 73%
25-64 (Adult) 24%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Appalachian Bible College?
Appalachian Bible College has an acceptance rate of 99%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Appalachian Bible College?
Tuition at Appalachian Bible College is $16,280 for in-state students and $16,280 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Appalachian Bible College?
The graduation rate at Appalachian Bible College is 76%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Appalachian Bible College a good school?
Appalachian Bible College has a Repit College Score of 59/100 (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 Appalachian Bible College?
Appalachian Bible College has a total enrollment of 218 students. Most students (73%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology