Trinity Bible College Admissions

Trinity Bible College Admissions Overview:

Trinity Bible College has an acceptance rate of 59%, and the admissions bar isn't overly high. Hard working students with solid grades and decent standardized test scores are likely to get in. Those interested in applying will need to submit an application, which can be completed on the school's website. Additional requirements include scores from either the SAT or ACT, a letter of recommendation, high school transcripts, and a personal essay. For complete guidelines and information (including important dates and deadlines), be sure to visit the school's admissions website. If you have any questions or problems with the application, be sure to get in touch with a member of the admissions office.

Admissions Data (2016):

• Trinity Bible College Acceptance Rate: 59%
• Test Scores -- 25th / 75th Percentile
  • SAT Critical Reading: 340 / 525
  • SAT Math: 295 / 530
  • SAT Writing: - / -
    • What these SAT numbers mean
  • ACT Composite: 17 / 22
  • ACT English: 17 / 24
  • ACT Math: 15 / 20
    • What these ACT numbers mean

Trinity Bible College Description:

Trinity Bible College, located in Ellendale, North Dakota, was founded in 1948. The school is affiliated with the Assemblies of God, and was established as the Lakewood Park Bible School. After relocating a few times, the college settled in Ellendale in the 1970s. Ellendale is in the southern part of the state, about 60 miles south of Jamestown, and 100 miles southeast of Bismarck. Academically, the school offers primarily religious programs, including Bible Studies, Theology, and Missionary Studies. Trinity Bible College also offers a Masters Degree in Missional Leadership. Outside of the classroom, students can join various clubs and organizations, and can attend religious services on campus. On the athletic front, the Trinity Bible College teams compete in the National Christian College Athletic Association; the school hosts three men's and three women's teams. 

Enrollment (2016):

• Total Enrollment: 226 (194 undergraduates)
• Gender Breakdown: 55% Male / 45% Female
• 84% Full-time

Costs (2016 - 17):

• Tuition and Fees: $15,912
• Books: $1,000 (why so much?)
• Room and Board: $5,964
• Other Expenses: $4,550
• Total Cost: $27,426

Trinity Bible College Financial Aid (2015 - 16):

• Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 96%
• Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of Aid
  • Grants: 96%
  • Loans: 85%
• Average Amount of Aid
  • Grants: $5,548
  • Loans: $9,473

Academic Programs:

• Most Popular Majors: Bible Studies, Theology, General Studies, Business Administration

Transfer, Graduation and Retention Rates:

• First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 68%
• Transfer-out Rate: 32%
• 4-Year Graduation Rate: 20%
• 6-Year Graduation Rate: 30%

Intercollegiate Athletic Programs:

• Men's Sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Football
• Women's Sports: Cross Country, Volleyball, Basketball

Data Source:

National Center for Educational Statistics

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