W L Bonner College is located in a medium-sized city, in Columbia, SC. The school is officially a Pentecostal Holiness Church school. W L Bonner College is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at the school top out at the Bachelor's degree.
The range of program offerings available from W L Bonner College is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Students at the school often study religion and philosophy.
W L Bonner College maintains an open-admission policy.
The school offers classes to 85 students (27 full-time equivalent). Minorities are common at W L Bonner College. Forty-something year old students won't feel out of place at the school.
W L Bonner College has a residential or campus feel. Many students live in housing on or near campus. W L Bonner College does offer meal plans to students.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of W.L. Bonner College is to equip and empower students with Christian values that are reflected in the Holy Scriptures, preparing them for service to the Church and community, through biblical instruction, ministry and vocational traiaing, and general education in the context of the Apostolic-Pentecostal tradition."
More complete details are provided below.
W L Bonner College
4430 Argent Ct
Columbia, SC 29203
General Phone: (803) 754-3950
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion and Philosophy | 19 | theological and ministerial studies, theology and religious vocations, bible studies, youth ministry, religious education, pastoral counseling, missionary studies |
Number of programs and degrees for W L Bonner College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 14 | 5 |
| Bachelor's degree | 4 | 5 |
| Associate's degree | 1 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, W L Bonner College had a total enrollment of 85 students (27 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 1% |
| Black | 98% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 22-24 | 2% |
| 25-29 | 5% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 12% |
| 40-49 | 25% |
| 50-64 | 38% |
| 65+ | 8% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| South Carolina | 92% |
| New York | 4% |
| Virginia | 4% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 60 % |
| Part-Time | 23 % |
W L Bonner College offers campus housing for 8 of its 27 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Columbia, South Carolina for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other South Carolina Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 5 meals per week.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 7,720 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,720 |
| Room and board | $ 2,240 |
| Books and supplies | $ 700 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,025 |
Financial Aid:
W L Bonner College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3856400)
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 | 3 | $32,333 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $32,333 | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Religious Education
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other
Youth Ministry
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets W L Bonner College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
Notable:
Pentecostal Holiness Church affiliation
Open admission
Accepts some high school credits
Career counseling
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
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