Bob Jones University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Bob Jones University is a private research university in Greenville, South Carolina, enrolling about 2,005 students. Bob Jones University awards degrees and certificates tracked in federal College Scorecard and IPEDS reporting. Published tuition for full-time study is about $24,470 per year before aid; net price varies by family income. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $44,354 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $24,470
- 2024 Average Net Price: $16,641 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,005 95.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 64.75%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
- First-Generation Students: 14.4%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 6.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 6.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 93.6%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,734
- Room & Board: $10,380 annual estimate
Bob Jones University: what the data shows
Common questions about Bob Jones University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Bob Jones University?
Bob Jones University is located in Greenville, SC (ZIP 29614-0001).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Bob Jones University public or private?
Bob Jones University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Bob Jones University cost?
Published tuition: $24,470.
Average net price after aid: $16,641.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $14,287 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $13,936 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $15,414 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $17,997 |
| $110,001+ | $23,972 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $97,880.
How big is Bob Jones University?
Total enrollment: 2,005 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,734 students.
Graduate enrollment: 422 students.
About 95% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Bob Jones University?
150%-time completion rate: 64.75%.
First-year retention: 82.5%.
What do graduates of Bob Jones University earn?
Median earnings: $40,892 six years after entry; $44,354 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $16,585.
32.86% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Bob Jones University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (79 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (55 completions)
- Counseling Psychology (41 completions)
- Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other (25 completions)
- Engineering, General (24 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (22 completions)
- Communication and Media Studies (20 completions)
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management (20 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Programs (20 completions)
- Bible/Biblical Studies (17 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Bob Jones University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 64.75%; median earnings $44,354 at 10 years; net price $16,641. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$24,470
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Bob Jones University was $24,470.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$16,641
2024 Value
In 2024 Bob Jones University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $16,641.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$66,564 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$16,641 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$97,880 4-Year Tuition
$10,380 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,340 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$36,190 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$144,760 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Bob Jones University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
32.86% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
23.78% 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 Bob Jones University 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 Bob Jones University 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 | $13,460 | $13,460 | $16,814 |
| 2014 | $14,220 | $14,220 | $13,671 |
| 2015 | $14,900 | $14,900 | $15,627 |
| 2016 | $15,550 | $15,550 | $15,911 |
| 2017 | $16,500 | $16,500 | $13,504 |
| 2018 | $18,150 | $18,150 | $12,565 |
| 2019 | $19,100 | $19,100 | $12,923 |
| 2020 | $20,890 | $20,890 | $13,757 |
| 2021 | $20,950 | $20,950 | $17,680 |
| 2022 | $21,890 | $21,890 | $16,506 |
| 2023 | $23,400 | $23,400 | $17,529 |
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
Bob Jones University reported total enrollment of about 2,005 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 47% male and 53% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (74.6%), Hispanic or Latino (8.8%), and Non-Resident Alien (8.3%). About 32.86% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 14.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
95.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Bob Jones University in 2024 is 2,005 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,734 students. Graduate enrollment is about 422 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
82.5%
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 White at 74.6%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
57.50% 100% Completion Time
64.75% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 57.50% of students graduating from Bob Jones University 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: 65% male / 35% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 18% male / 82% female
- Counseling Psychology: 39% male / 61% 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: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Bob Jones University.
Return on Investment
$16,585 Median Student Debt
$44,354 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
37.39% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
566.34% Return on Investment
3.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Bob Jones University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 67 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 79 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 55 completions
3. Counseling Psychology: 41 completions
4. Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other: 25 completions
5. Engineering, General: 24 completions
6. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 22 completions
7. Communication and Media Studies: 20 completions
8. Sport and Fitness Administration/Management: 20 completions
9. Health Professions and Related Programs: 20 completions
Most popular programs at Bob Jones University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Bob Jones University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Bob Jones University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 93.6%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $6,581
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,550
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Bob Jones University is a private non-profit institution located in Greenville, SC, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Counseling Psychology. Enrollment is approximately 2,005 students. Student body composition includes White (74.6%), Hispanic or Latino (8.8%), Non-Resident Alien (8.3%). The 150%-time completion rate is 64.75%. Approximately 32.86% of students receive Pell Grants. About 14.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Location
Greenville, SC 29614-0001
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 67 distinct degree programs, Bob Jones University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bob Jones University located?
Bob Jones University is located in Greenville, SC.
How much does Bob Jones University cost?
Reported tuition is $24,470 and average net price is $16,641 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $10,380 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Bob Jones University?
Bob Jones University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,734 students, White (74.6%), Hispanic or Latino (8.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Bob Jones University?
About 14.4% of students at Bob Jones University are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Bob Jones University earn?
Median earnings are $40,892 six years after entry and $44,354 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Bob Jones University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 64.8% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Bob Jones University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $16,585.
Is Bob Jones University public or private?
Bob Jones University is a private nonprofit institution located in Greenville, SC.
Is Bob Jones University an HBCU?
No. Bob Jones University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Bob Jones University a tribal college?
No. Bob Jones University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Bob Jones University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Bob Jones University does not meet that proxy (reported share 8.8%).
Is Bob Jones University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Bob Jones University: Evangelical Christian.
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
- South Carolina college costs
- South Carolina colleges by ROI
- Greenville, South Carolina city profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in South Carolina
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.