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Private Nonprofit4-year

Appalachian Bible College

Mount Hope, West Virginia · Official Website ↗

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#1704
National
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#14
WV Rank
52Overall Score
99%
Accept Rate
70%
Grad Rate (6yr)
215
Students
$16,280
Tuition
$17,021
Net Price (low income)
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Score Breakdown
52
52/100
Composite Score
#1704 nationally · #14 in WV
Student Outcomes
30%70/100
Affordability
25%66/100
Selectivity
20%40/100
Academic Profile
15%14/100
Program Breadth
10%41/100

Scores computed from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data, normalized within 4-year peer group.

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About Appalachian Bible College

Appalachian Bible College is a private four-year university located in Mount Hope, West Virginia. It is ranked #1704 nationally and #14 in West Virginia by our composite scoring methodology. Appalachian Bible College is a open access institution, admitting 99% of applicants. It enrolls approximately 215 students with a six-year graduation rate of 70%, with costs below the national average. For families earning $0–$30K, the average net price after aid is $17,021.

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Admissions & Costs
Acceptance Rate
99%
Out-of-State Tuition
$16,280
Net Price (0–30K income)
$17,021
6-Year Graduation Rate
70%
Total Enrollment
215
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Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
✓Strong graduation outcomes
✓Small campus — personalized attention and tight-knit community
Considerations
!Open-access admissions — wide range of student preparedness
!Lower academic profile compared to similar-tier schools
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Who Is This College For?
1.Students of all academic backgrounds, including those re-entering higher education
2.Students who want small class sizes and close faculty relationships
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Frequently Asked Questions

Appalachian Bible College has an acceptance rate of 99%. The college accepts most applicants and focuses on supporting student success.

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Rankings
National Rank#1704
West Virginia Rank#14
Rankings based on composite score from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data. All 4,264 US colleges ranked.
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Institution Profile
TypePrivate Nonprofit
Level4-year
LocationMount Hope, WV
Enrollment215 students
Visit Official Website ↗
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Affordability
Out-of-State Tuition
$16,280/yr
Net Price (0–$30K income)
$17,021/yr
After grants and need-based aid

Complete FAFSA for personalized aid. Net price varies by income bracket and enrollment year.

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About Our Rankings: Scores are computed from publicly available NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data using a weighted composite of graduation outcomes, affordability, selectivity, and academic profile. Scores are normalized within peer groups (4-year vs 2-year). We do not accept payment for rankings.