The main campus of Roanoke Bible College is in Elizabeth City, NC (a town not particularly near any major cities). The school is a Christian Churches and Churches of Christ institution. Roanoke Bible College is a private, not-for-profit school. The school offers degrees up to the Bachelor's degree.
Roanoke Bible College students most commonly major in a field related to religion and philosophy.
The school does not accept everyone who applies. In 2007, SAT verbal scores of half of students were 403 to 528. Three-fourths of students accepted in 2007 had SAT math scores of 410 or more.
The school's faculty/student ratio compares favorably with most colleges.
In 2007, Roanoke Bible College had 146 enrolled students. Older students (40+ years old, e.g.) are welcome and common at the school.
Many students at Roanoke Bible College live in campus housing. The school makes available a lot of student housing. Meal plans are available.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Roanoke Bible College is to educate men and women for career and volunteer Christian service."
More complete details are provided below.
Roanoke Bible College
715 N Poindexter St
Elizabeth City, NC 27909-4054
General Phone: (252) 334-2000
http://www.roanokebible.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 44 | bible studies |
| Education And Teaching | 3 | early childhood education, ESL instruction |
| Liberal Arts | 0 | American Sign Language courses |
Number of programs and degrees for Roanoke Bible College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 36 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 10 | 3 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 1 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 0 | 1 |
In 2007, Roanoke Bible College had a total enrollment of 146 students (125 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 50% |
| Women | 50% |
| Full-Time | 97% |
| Part-Time | 3% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 91% |
| Black | 6% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 30% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 2% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 8% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| North Carolina | 47% |
| Virginia | 40% |
| Michigan | 3% |
| Indiana | 3% |
| Ohio | 3% |
| West Virginia | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 42 % |
Roanoke Bible College offers campus housing for 310 of its 125 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Elizabeth City, North Carolina for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other North Carolina Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 17 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 94 | 52 | 55% | 30 | 58% |
| Men | 34 | 24 | 71% | 15 | 62% |
| Women | 60 | 28 | 47% | 15 | 54% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 403 | 528 |
| SAT Math | 410 | 575 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 73% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 17% |
| 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 | $ 9,640 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,640 |
| Room and board | $ 5,500 |
| Room charge | $ 3,120 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,600 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 4,150 |
Financial Aid:
Roanoke Bible College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2280900)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 8 | 4 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 5 | $51,525 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 8 | $45,077 | 4 | $30,333 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Teaching English as Second/Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Roanoke Bible College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Christian Churches and Churches of Christ affiliation
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
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