The Baptist College of Florida, BCF, was established on September 7, 1943. Founded by a group of pastors, it was originally known as the Florida Baptist Institute. The name was changed to Baptist Bible Institute of Florida in 1947, and then again to Baptist Bible Institute in 1949. It became the Florida Baptist Theological College in 1988, and was finally christened The Baptist College of Florida in 2000. The BCF campus occupies 160 acres in Graceville, Florida. Students are offered a number of degree programs in education, music, counseling, and theology.
The Baptist College of Florida fields fields teams in golf, and volleyball. The men's teams are nicknamed the Eagles, and the women's teams are called the Lady Eagles. BCF also provides financial assistance to help students meet their educational expenses. In addition to Federal grants and loans, several institutional scholarships are also available to eligible candidates.
The Baptist College Of Florida is located in a rural area, in Graceville, FL. The school is officially a Southern Baptist school. The Baptist College Of Florida is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at the school top out at the Bachelor's degree.
Students at The Baptist College Of Florida often study religion and philosophy.
The admissions department at the school does not accept all those who apply. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 470 to 480 in 2007-2008. A quarter of students admitted in 2007-2008 scored 540 or higher on the math SAT.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors.
The Baptist College Of Florida offers classes to 564 students (439 full-time equivalent). Forty-something year old students won't feel out of place at the school. A very high share of students at The Baptist College Of Florida are male.
Many students live in housing on or near campus. The Baptist College Of Florida does offer meal plans to students.
More complete details are provided below.
The Baptist College Of Florida
5400 College Dr
Graceville, FL 32440
General Phone: (850) 263-3261
http://www.baptistcollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 99 | theology, bible studies, religious education, missionary studies, religious music, pastoral counseling and ministries |
| Education And Teaching | 15 | elementary school teaching, music teaching |
Number of programs and degrees for The Baptist College Of Florida in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 106 | 8 |
| Associate's degree | 8 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, The Baptist College Of Florida had a total enrollment of 564 students (439 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 58% |
| Women | 42% |
| Full-Time | 90% |
| Part-Time | 10% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Black | 24% |
| Hispanic | 42% |
| Asian | 8% |
| Unknown | 26% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 16% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 23% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 80 % |
| Part-Time | 60 % |
The Baptist College Of Florida offers campus housing for 228 of its 439 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Graceville, Florida for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Florida Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 15 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 135 | 75 | 56% | 59 | 79% |
| Men | 75 | 41 | 55% | 34 | 83% |
| Women | 60 | 34 | 57% | 25 | 74% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 470 | 480 |
| SAT Math | 420 | 540 |
| ACT Verbal | 15 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 19 |
| ACT Composite | 16 | 22 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 23% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 77% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | recommended |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 8,150 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,150 |
| Room and board | $ 3,886 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,000 |
Financial Aid:
The Baptist College Of Florida participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2159600)
The Baptist College Of Florida has a tenure system for faculty.
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 | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 4 | $57,813 | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 5 | $54,045 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 5 | $47,548 | 1 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 3 | $33,807 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 14 | $50,170 | 6 | $42,510 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other
Religious Education
Religious/Sacred Music
Theology/Theological Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets The Baptist College Of Florida Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
Notable:
Southern Baptist affiliation
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
Tenure system for quality teaching
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