The campus of Philadelphia Biblical University - Langhorne is in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, which is a large suburb. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Philadelphia Biblical University - Langhorne include, at the school's highest level, the Master's degree.
The school is known for its programs in education and teaching.
Admission at Philadelphia Biblical University - Langhorne is selective, not open to all who apply. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 490. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 460 and 580. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
In 2005, the school had 1,409 students enrolled (1,157 full-time equivalent). A large number of students at Philadelphia Biblical University - Langhorne are 40 years old or older.
Full-time students are the norm at the school. Philadelphia Biblical University - Langhorne has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Philadelphia Biblical University - Langhorne offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Division III Independents.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Philadelphia Biblical University exists to develop for the Christian church and related ministries leaders who possess a foundational knowledge of the Scriptures and a biblical world/life view. Its educational climate fosters development of intellectual and spiritual maturity, leadership potential, and a global perspective on mission. Each University program makes a unique contribution to the fulfillment of this mission."
More complete details are provided below.
Philadelphia Biblical University - Langhorne
200 Manor Ave
Langhorne, PA 19047-2990
General Phone: (215) 752-5800
Admissions Phone: (215) 702-4235
Financial Aid Phone: (215) 702-4246
http://www.pbu.edu
Philadelphia Biblical University - Langhorne awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 245 | religion, bible studies, ministry |
| Education And Teaching | 91 | school counseling, elementary school teaching, teacher education, teacher education and development, English teaching, educational administration, math teaching, social studies teaching |
| Business And Management | 34 | non-profit management, business management |
| Family And Social Work | 26 | social work |
| Music | 7 | music |
Number of programs and degrees for Philadelphia Biblical University - Langhorne in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 298 | 9 |
| Master's degree | 84 | 5 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 20 | 1 |
| First-professional degree | 1 | 1 |
In 2005, Philadelphia Biblical University - Langhorne had a total enrollment of 1,409 students (1,157 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 36% |
| Women | 64% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 68% |
| Graduate | 30% |
| First Professional | 2% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 77% |
| Black | 15% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 21% |
| 20-21 | 23% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 8% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 51% |
| New Jersey | 20% |
| New York | 6% |
| Maryland | 4% |
| Foreign countries | 3% |
| Michigan | 2% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| Texas | 2% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Delaware | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Wyoming | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 83 % |
Philadelphia Biblical University - Langhorne offers campus housing for 666 of its 1,157 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Langhorne, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania 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 | 307 | 289 | 94% | 183 | 63% |
| Men | 111 | 98 | 88% | 65 | 66% |
| Women | 196 | 191 | 97% | 118 | 62% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 490 | 590 |
| SAT Math | 460 | 580 |
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 21 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 24 |
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 | 93% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 6% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (215) 702-4235
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 14,500 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 14,500 |
| Room and board | $ 6,100 |
| Room charge | $ 3,100 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,150 |
Financial Aid:
Philadelphia Biblical University - Langhorne participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 335100)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (215) 702-4246
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 13 | $52,069 | 4 | $45,876 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 11 | $47,417 | 6 | $43,379 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 12 | $40,975 | 5 | $39,719 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 36 | $46,950 | 16 | $42,223 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Division III Independents |
| Baseball | Division III Independents |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Social Studies Teacher Education
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Religion/Religious Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Philadelphia Biblical University - Langhorne Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 20% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers campus housing
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
Has ROTC (air force)
NCAA athletic conference member
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