South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary
South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary is a private two-year college in Deerfield Beach, Florida, enrolling about 373 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $21,751 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $7,980. Student demographics in federal data include Non-Resident Alien (32.7%) and Hispanic or Latino (30.0%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $7,980
- 2024 Average Net Price: $21,751 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 373 55.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 36.36%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 61.5%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 486
- Room & Board: $13,923 annual estimate
South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary: what the data shows
Common questions about South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary?
South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary is located in Deerfield Beach, FL (ZIP 33442).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary public or private?
South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary cost?
Published tuition: $7,980.
Average net price after aid: $21,751.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $21,751 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $31,920.
How big is South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary?
Total enrollment: 373 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 486 students.
Graduate enrollment: 98 students.
About 55% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary?
150%-time completion rate: 36.36%.
First-year retention: 53.8%.
What do graduates of South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary earn?
Median earnings: $35,869 six years after entry; $45,354 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
22.71% of students receive Pell grants.
What is South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (17 completions)
- Bible/Biblical Studies (10 completions)
- Psychology, General (8 completions)
- Divinity/Ministry (7 completions)
- Mental Health Counseling/Counselor (5 completions)
- Youth Ministry (2 completions)
- Lay Ministry (2 completions)
- Clinical Pastoral Counseling/Patient Counseling (2 completions)
- Theology/Theological Studies (1 completions)
- Pastoral Studies/Counseling (1 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 36.36%; median earnings $45,354 at 10 years; net price $21,751. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$7,980
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary was $7,980.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$21,751
2024 Value
In 2024 South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $21,751.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$87,004 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$21,751 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$31,920 4-Year Tuition
$13,923 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$600 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$22,503 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$90,012 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary.
Financial Aid by Income Level
22.71% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
19.78% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $5,130 | $5,130 | $11,038 |
| 2014 | $6,200 | $6,200 | $13,867 |
| 2015 | $6,200 | $6,200 | $15,851 |
| 2016 | $6,560 | $6,560 | $16,675 |
| 2017 | $6,660 | $6,660 | $15,220 |
| 2018 | $6,900 | $6,900 | — |
| 2019 | $6,900 | $6,900 | — |
| 2020 | $7,140 | $7,140 | — |
| 2021 | $7,140 | $7,140 | — |
| 2022 | $7,380 | $7,380 | $13,928 |
| 2023 | $7,380 | $7,380 | — |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary reported total enrollment of about 373 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 42% male and 58% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Non-Resident Alien (32.7%), Hispanic or Latino (30.0%), and White (18.8%). About 22.71% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
55.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary in 2024 is 373 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 486 students. Graduate enrollment is about 98 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
53.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Non-Resident Alien at 32.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
0.00% 100% Completion Time
36.36% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 0.00% of students graduating from South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 29% male / 71% female
- Bible/Biblical Studies: 80% male / 20% female
- Psychology, General: 0% male / 100% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Black or African American.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary.
Return on Investment
$45,354 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
421.29% Return on Investment
Financial value analysis for South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 12 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 17 completions
2. Bible/Biblical Studies: 10 completions
3. Psychology, General: 8 completions
4. Divinity/Ministry: 7 completions
5. Mental Health Counseling/Counselor: 5 completions
6. Youth Ministry: 2 completions
7. Lay Ministry: 2 completions
8. Clinical Pastoral Counseling/Patient Counseling: 2 completions
9. Theology/Theological Studies: 1 completions
Most popular programs at South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 61.5%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $4,103
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $7,128
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary is a private non-profit institution located in Deerfield Beach, FL, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Bible/Biblical Studies, Psychology, General. Enrollment is approximately 373 students. Student body composition includes Non-Resident Alien (32.7%), Hispanic or Latino (30.0%), White (18.8%). The 150%-time completion rate is 36.36%. Approximately 22.71% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Location
Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 36.36% graduation rate at South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary located?
South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary is located in Deerfield Beach, FL.
How much does South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary cost?
Reported tuition is $7,980 and average net price is $21,751 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $13,923 annually.
What is the student body demographics at South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary?
South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary reports undergraduate enrollment of about 486 students, Non-Resident Alien (32.7%), Hispanic or Latino (30.0%) in federal College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary earn?
Median earnings are $35,869 six years after entry and $45,354 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary?
The 150%-time completion rate is 36.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
Is South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary public or private?
South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary is a private nonprofit institution located in Deerfield Beach, FL.
Is South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary an HBCU?
No. South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary a tribal college?
No. South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary reports 30.0% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary: Interdenominational.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Florida college costs
- Florida colleges by ROI
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Florida
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.