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College Of Biblical Studies Houston

College Of Biblical Studies Houston

College of Biblical Studies - Houston, also referred to as CBS-Houston, is a private, coeducational, Christian college located in Houston, Texas, United States. It was established in 1976 under the name of Houston Bible & Vocational Institute. In 1996, the institution was certified as a college by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, and was given the present name. The campus of the college spreads across 14 acres of suburban land.

The college provides associate and bachelor's degrees in Bible studies, Christian leadership and Biblical counseling. The college offers an Academic Competitiveness Grant to deserving students every year. A PLUS loan is also offered to parents who need support for their children's education.

Overview of College Of Biblical Studies Houston

College Of Biblical Studies is found in Houston, TX. Houston is a large city. Applicants to the school are attracted by its Undenominational identity. College Of Biblical Studies is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Bachelor's degree at the school.

Areas of Study

College Of Biblical Studies is known for its programs in religion and philosophy.

College Of Biblical Studies Selectivity

The school accepts all qualified applicants under its open-admission rules. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.

Student Body

Students numbered 1,056 in 2007 at the school. College Of Biblical Studies has a large minority student population. A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.

College Of Biblical Studies Tuition and Affordability

College Of Biblical Studies is a relative bargain, with lower tuition and fees than most schools offering similar degrees.

More complete details are provided below.

Contacting College Of Biblical Studies

College Of Biblical Studies Houston
7000 Regency Square Blvd.
Houston, TX 77036-3211
General Phone: (713) 785-5995
http://www.cbshouston.edu

College Of Biblical Studies Programs and Degrees (2007)

General CategoryDegreesMost Common Majors [see all]
Religion And Philosophy211bible studies, pre-ministerial studies

Number of programs and degrees for College Of Biblical Studies in 2007:

Degree LevelTotal
Awarded
Number of
Programs
Bachelor's degree1282
Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years661
Associate's degree171

College Of Biblical Studies Student Body

In 2007, College Of Biblical Studies had a total enrollment of 1,056 students (645 full-time equivalent).

Students By Class:

GroupPercent
Undergraduate100%

Racial Diversity:
RacePercent
White20%
Black51%
Hispanic26%
Asian2%
American Indian0%
Unknown2%

Students by Age:

AgePercent
18-191%
20-214%
22-247%
25-2911%
30-3410%
35-3911%
40-4924%
50-6423%
65+4%

College Of Biblical Studies Graduation, Retention, and Transfers

Retention Rates (2007):

GroupReturning From
Previous Year
Full-Time60 %
Part-Time25 %

College Of Biblical Studies Room and Board (2007)

The school does not offer campus housing.

(Please refer to our profile of Houston, Texas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Texas Colleges).

The school does not offer students a meal plan.

College Of Biblical Studies Expenses and Financial Aid (2007)

Expenses and Financial Aid:

ExpenseAmount
In-state tuition and fees$ 3,258
Out-of-state tuition and fees$ 3,258
Books and supplies$ 840

Financial Aid:
College Of Biblical Studies participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3422400)

College Of Biblical Studies Faculty

Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):

Full-Time Faculty LevelMenWomen
Non-tenured and not on tenure track171

Salaries for full-time faculty:

Full-Time Faculty (2007):

Full-Time Faculty LevelContract LengthNumber MenAvg Salary MenNumber WomenAvg Salary Women
Professorcalendar year2*0*
Associate professorcalendar year3$50,1020*
Assistant professorcalendar year9$50,2850*
All faculty totalcalendar year14$51,4200*

*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.

College Of Biblical Studies Degree Programs (2007)

RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies

College Of Biblical Studies Highlights

(Details are provided further down on this page.)

What Sets College Of Biblical Studies Apart:

CategoryTrophy 
% of degrees in religion and philosophy
(vs. all colleges)
Top 1%College Of Biblical Studies % of degrees in religion and philosophy
% students 40 years or older
(vs. all colleges)
Top 2%College Of Biblical Studies % students 40 years or older
Lowest tuition & fees (in-state)
(vs. colleges with similar degree levels)
Top 7%College Of Biblical Studies Lowest tuition & fees (in-state)
Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs
(vs. all colleges)
Top 14%College Of Biblical Studies Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs
Minority % of student body
(vs. all colleges)
Top 16%College Of Biblical Studies Minority % of student body
Male % of student body
(vs. all colleges)
Top 17%College Of Biblical Studies Male % of student body
Explanation of the Highlights categories

Notable:
Undenominational affiliation
Open admission
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Remedial classes for students
Offers remedial adult education
Offers part-time study
On-campus library

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