College of Biblical Studies Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
College of Biblical Studies-Houston is a private university in Houston, Texas, enrolling about 419 students. College of Biblical Studies-Houston awards degrees and certificates tracked in federal College Scorecard and IPEDS reporting. Published tuition for full-time study is about $9,350 per year before aid; net price varies by family income. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $39,260 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $9,350
- 2024 Average Net Price: $672 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 419 14.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 40.00%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
- First-Generation Students: 50.9%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 13.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 53.3%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 539
- Room & Board: $10,728 annual estimate
College of Biblical Studies-Houston: what the data shows
Common questions about College of Biblical Studies-Houston, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is College of Biblical Studies-Houston?
College of Biblical Studies-Houston is located in Houston, TX (ZIP 77036-3211).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is College of Biblical Studies-Houston public or private?
College of Biblical Studies-Houston is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does College of Biblical Studies-Houston cost?
Published tuition: $9,350.
Average net price after aid: $672.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $672 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $37,400.
How big is College of Biblical Studies-Houston?
Total enrollment: 419 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 539 students.
About 14% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at College of Biblical Studies-Houston?
150%-time completion rate: 40.00%.
First-year retention: 100.0%.
What do graduates of College of Biblical Studies-Houston earn?
Median earnings: $33,366 six years after entry; $39,260 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,570.
38.17% of students receive Pell grants.
What is College of Biblical Studies-Houston known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Bible/Biblical Studies (59 completions)
- Organizational Leadership (6 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is College of Biblical Studies-Houston a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 40.00%; median earnings $39,260 at 10 years; net price $672. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$9,350
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at College of Biblical Studies-Houston was $9,350.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$672
2024 Value
In 2024 College of Biblical Studies-Houston had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $672.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$2,688 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$672 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$37,400 4-Year Tuition
$10,728 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$975 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$21,053 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$84,212 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for College of Biblical Studies-Houston.
Financial Aid by Income Level
38.17% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
21.78% 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 College of Biblical Studies-Houston 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 College of Biblical Studies-Houston 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 | $9,801 | $9,801 | $25,343 |
| 2014 | $6,946 | $6,946 | $24,045 |
| 2015 | $6,946 | $6,946 | $21,256 |
| 2016 | $6,946 | $6,946 | $9,243 |
| 2017 | $6,946 | $6,946 | $13,029 |
| 2018 | $6,955 | $6,955 | — |
| 2019 | $6,946 | $9,870 | $5,657 |
| 2020 | $6,801 | $9,225 | $13,195 |
| 2021 | $6,801 | $9,225 | $14,143 |
| 2022 | $7,475 | $9,275 | $14,311 |
| 2023 | $7,475 | $9,275 | $16,267 |
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
College of Biblical Studies-Houston reported total enrollment of about 419 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 60% male and 40% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (39.9%), Hispanic or Latino (27.2%), and White (17.9%). About 38.17% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 50.9% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
14.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at College of Biblical Studies-Houston in 2024 is 419 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 539 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
100.0%
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 Black or African American at 39.9%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
20.00% 100% Completion Time
40.00% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 20.00% of students graduating from College of Biblical Studies-Houston completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Bible/Biblical Studies: 59% male / 41% female
- Organizational Leadership: 50% male / 50% 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 College of Biblical Studies-Houston.
Return on Investment
$25,570 Median Student Debt
$39,260 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
65.13% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
14505.65% Return on Investment
6.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for College of Biblical Studies-Houston.
Top Programs by Completions
2 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 3 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Bible/Biblical Studies: 59 completions
2. Organizational Leadership: 6 completions
Most popular programs at College of Biblical Studies-Houston.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for College of Biblical Studies-Houston graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for College of Biblical Studies-Houston from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 53.3%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $5,430
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $9,853
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
College of Biblical Studies-Houston is a private non-profit institution located in Houston, TX, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Bible/Biblical Studies, Organizational Leadership. Enrollment is approximately 419 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (39.9%), Hispanic or Latino (27.2%), White (17.9%). The 150%-time completion rate is 40.00%. Approximately 38.17% of students receive Pell Grants. About 50.9% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
Location
Houston, TX 77036-3211
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
College of Biblical Studies-Houston provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is College of Biblical Studies-Houston located?
College of Biblical Studies-Houston is located in Houston, TX.
How much does College of Biblical Studies-Houston cost?
Reported tuition is $9,350 and average net price is $672 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $10,728 annually.
What is the student body demographics at College of Biblical Studies-Houston?
College of Biblical Studies-Houston reports undergraduate enrollment of about 539 students, Black or African American (39.9%), Hispanic or Latino (27.2%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend College of Biblical Studies-Houston?
About 50.9% of students at College of Biblical Studies-Houston are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of College of Biblical Studies-Houston earn?
Median earnings are $33,366 six years after entry and $39,260 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at College of Biblical Studies-Houston?
The 150%-time completion rate is 40.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do College of Biblical Studies-Houston students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,570.
Is College of Biblical Studies-Houston public or private?
College of Biblical Studies-Houston is a private nonprofit institution located in Houston, TX.
Is College of Biblical Studies-Houston an HBCU?
No. College of Biblical Studies-Houston is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is College of Biblical Studies-Houston a tribal college?
No. College of Biblical Studies-Houston is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is College of Biblical Studies-Houston a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—College of Biblical Studies-Houston reports 27.2% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is College of Biblical Studies-Houston religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for College of Biblical Studies-Houston: Undenominational.
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
- Texas college costs
- Texas colleges by ROI
- Houston, Texas city profile
- Southwest regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Texas
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.