Appalachian Bible is located in Mount Hope, WV (a town not far from a more urbanized area). The school is a Baptist school. Appalachian Bible is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by the school is the Master's degree.
Appalachian Bible is known for its programs in religion and philosophy.
The school does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 520. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 460 and 650.
The school had 273 enrolled students in 2007-2008.
A lot of students at Appalachian Bible attend part-time. The school has a residential or campus feel. Appalachian Bible offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans.
More complete details are provided below.
Appalachian Bible College
161 College Drive
Mount Hope, WV 25880
General Phone: (304) 877-6428
http://www.abc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 55 | bible studies, theology, theological and ministerial studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Appalachian Bible in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 40 | 2 |
| Associate's degree | 7 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 6 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 2 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Appalachian Bible had a total enrollment of 273 students (217 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 52% |
| Women | 48% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 94% |
| Graduate | 6% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 95% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 7% |
| 18-19 | 33% |
| 20-21 | 26% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 7% |
| 30-34 | 2% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 58 % |
Appalachian Bible offers campus housing for 246 of its 217 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Mount Hope, West Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other West Virginia Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 94 | 66 | 70% | 48 | 73% |
| Men | 50 | 32 | 64% | 25 | 78% |
| Women | 44 | 34 | 77% | 23 | 68% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 520 | 648 |
| SAT Math | 460 | 650 |
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 37% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 63% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 9,880 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,880 |
| Room and board | $ 5,160 |
| Room charge | $ 2,380 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,780 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,378 |
Financial Aid:
Appalachian Bible participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 754400)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 4 | $35,463 | 3 | $34,132 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 3 | $30,346 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 10 | $33,342 | 4 | $33,182 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
Theology/Theological Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Appalachian Bible Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
Notable:
Baptist affiliation
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
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