Birmingham, AL is home to Southeastern Bible College. Birmingham is a large suburb. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Southeastern Bible College go up to the Bachelor's degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in religion and philosophy.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants.
The school has 220 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). A large number of students at Southeastern Bible College are 40 years old or older.
The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Southeastern Bible College is to produce graduates who are biblically grounded, spiritually mature, and culturally relevant."
More complete details are provided below.
Southeastern Bible College
2545 Valleydale Road
Birmingham, AL 35244-2083
General Phone: (205) 970-9200
http://www.sebc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion and Philosophy | 49 | bible studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Southeastern Bible College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 46 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 2 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 1 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Southeastern Bible College had a total enrollment of 220 students (177 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 84% |
| Women | 16% |
| Full-Time | 95% |
| Part-Time | 5% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 67% |
| (Foreign Students) | 33% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 15% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 24% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 8% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 67 % |
| Part-Time | 46 % |
Southeastern Bible College offers campus housing for 98 of its 177 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Birmingham, Alabama for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Alabama Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 48 | 47 | 98% | 19 | 40% |
| Men | 28 | 27 | 96% | 16 | 59% |
| Women | 20 | 20 | 100% | 3 | 15% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 22 |
| ACT Composite | 16 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 100% |
| 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 | $ 10,350 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,350 |
| Room and board | $ 4,230 |
| Room charge | $ 2,450 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,620 |
Financial Aid:
Southeastern Bible College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2270400)
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 | academic year | 3 | $49,480 | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 3 | $46,880 | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| No academic rank | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 9 | $45,822 | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Southeastern Bible College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Career counseling
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
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