The Baptist College Of Florida is located in a rural area, in Graceville, Florida. 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 445 to 575 in 2005. A quarter of students admitted in 2005 scored 545 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 623 students (505 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.
The school has a large share of part-time students. Many students live in housing on or near campus. The school 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
The Baptist College Of Florida awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 70 | theology, religious music, pastoral counseling and ministries, religious education, bible studies |
| Education And Teaching | 7 | elementary school teaching, music teaching |
Number of programs and degrees for The Baptist College Of Florida in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 76 | 7 |
| Associate's degree | 1 | 1 |
In 2005, The Baptist College Of Florida had a total enrollment of 623 students (505 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 50% |
| Women | 50% |
| Full-Time | 76% |
| Part-Time | 24% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 86% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 1% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 11% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 23% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 13% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Florida | 73% |
| Alabama | 19% |
| Michigan | 2% |
| Kansas | 2% |
| Georgia | 2% |
| West Virginia | 2% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 63 % |
| Part-Time | 53 % |
The Baptist College Of Florida offers campus housing for 234 of its 505 (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 | 78 | 60 | 77% | 50 | 83% |
| Men | 35 | 27 | 77% | 25 | 93% |
| Women | 43 | 33 | 77% | 25 | 76% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 445 | 575 |
| SAT Math | 400 | 545 |
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 21 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| 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 | 40% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 70% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | recommended |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 6,900 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,900 |
| Room and board | $ 3,570 |
| 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.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 14 | 2 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 2 | 0 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 4 | 5 |
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 | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $54,851 | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 6 | $54,599 | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 6 | $46,836 | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 4 | $41,320 | 2 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 3 | $32,934 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 17 | $47,970 | 6 | $36,376 |
*: 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
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% | ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| % of students from other states (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Southern Baptist affiliation
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Remedial classes for students
Offers remedial adult education
Offers campus housing
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
Tenure system for quality teaching
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