C+

Above Average

Score: 59/100

Appalachian Bible College

4-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Mount Hope, West Virginia 25880

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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: 76%

Outcomes

84/100

Affordability

51/100

Resources

53/100

Experience

B+

79/100

Prestige

29/100

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

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

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Bible/Biblical Studies 46 grads/yr Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other 6 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Appalachian Bible 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

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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