Heritage Christian University
Heritage Christian University is a private non-profit college or university in Florence, AL, with about 3 programs reporting completions in the federal extract used on this page. It reports a completion rate of about 66.67% for the cohort window published by the Education Department—one yardstick, not the whole story of student success.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $11,982
- 2024 Average Net Price: $15,426 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 90.00% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 75 40.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 66.67%
- Average SAT Score: 1020
Heritage Christian University: what the data shows
Common questions about Heritage Christian University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Heritage Christian University?
Heritage Christian University is located in Florence, AL (ZIP 35630-9977).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Heritage Christian University public or private?
Heritage Christian University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Heritage Christian University cost?
Published tuition: $11,982.
Average net price after aid: $15,426.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| $30,001–$48,000 | $15,833 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $15,020 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $47,928.
How hard is it to get into Heritage Christian University?
Admission rate: 90.00%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1020.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Heritage Christian University?
Total enrollment: 75 students.
About 40% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Heritage Christian University?
150%-time completion rate: 66.67%.
First-year retention: 0.0%.
What do graduates of Heritage Christian University earn?
Median earnings: $42,597 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
35.71% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Heritage Christian University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (28 completions)
- CIP 390201 (15 completions)
- CIP 390602 (13 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Heritage Christian University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 90.00%; completion rate 66.67%; median earnings $42,597 at 10 years; net price $15,426. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$11,982
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Heritage Christian University was $11,982.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$15,426
2024 Value
In 2024 Heritage Christian University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $15,426.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$61,704 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$15,426 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$47,928 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Heritage Christian University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
35.71% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
8.57% 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 Heritage Christian 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 Heritage Christian 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 | $9,792 | $9,792 | $9,346 |
| 2014 | $9,792 | $9,792 | $10,369 |
| 2015 | $9,792 | $9,792 | $11,194 |
| 2016 | $9,792 | $9,792 | $9,009 |
| 2017 | $11,232 | $11,232 | — |
| 2018 | $11,232 | $11,232 | — |
| 2019 | $11,532 | $11,532 | $9,990 |
| 2020 | $11,532 | $11,532 | — |
| 2021 | $11,632 | $11,632 | $4,856 |
| 2022 | $11,632 | $11,632 | $5,020 |
| 2023 | $11,982 | $11,982 | — |
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.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
90.00% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1020
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
40.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Heritage Christian University in 2024 is 75 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
0.0%
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.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
33.33% 100% Completion Time
66.67% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 33.33% of students graduating from Heritage Christian University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Heritage Christian University.
Return on Investment
$42,597 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
590.34% Return on Investment
Financial value analysis for Heritage Christian University.
Top Programs by Completions
3 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 39.0201: 15 completions
CIP 39.0602: 13 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 28 completions
Most popular programs at Heritage Christian University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Heritage Christian University graduates.
About
Heritage Christian University is a private non-profit institution located in Florence, AL, offering 3 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 75 students. The admission rate is 90.00%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1020. The institution maintains a 66.67% graduation rate. Approximately 35.71% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Florence, AL 35630-9977
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Heritage Christian University 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.
FAQ
How much does Heritage Christian University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $11,982 and average net price is $15,426 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Heritage Christian University?
The admission rate is 90.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Heritage Christian University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Heritage Christian University reports midpoint SAT about 1020.
What do graduates of Heritage Christian University earn?
Median earnings are N/A six years after entry and $42,597 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Heritage Christian University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 66.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How big is Heritage Christian University?
Total enrollment is about 75 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Heritage Christian University public or private?
Heritage Christian University is a private nonprofit institution located in Florence, AL.
Is Heritage Christian University an HBCU?
No. Heritage Christian University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Heritage Christian University a tribal college?
No. Heritage Christian University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Heritage Christian University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Heritage Christian University does not meet that proxy (reported share 6.7%).
Is Heritage Christian University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Heritage Christian University: Churches of Christ.
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
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.