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Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary

Ankeny, IA · Suburb · 405 students
4
Year
Private Non-profit
Suburb
Small (<3k)
Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
About

Located in the vibrant suburb of Ankeny, Iowa, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary is a premier Christian institution best known for its fundamental Baptist heritage and a unique curriculum where every undergraduate student graduates with a double major in Biblical Studies alongside their chosen professional field. The college's strongest and most sought-after programs include pastoral training, elementary education, local church ministries, and music, all designed to prepare students for immediate vocational careers or advanced seminary education. On campus, students experience a tight-knit, Christ-centered community defined by daily chapel services, Faith Eagles athletics, and hands-on Christian service requirements that integrate classroom learning with local church ministry. This intentional blend of rigorous biblical scholarship and practical, real-world ministry preparation offers a highly supportive environment for prospective students looking to align their future careers with their faith.


Wikipedia:Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary is a private Christian college and seminary in Ankeny, Iowa, United States.

Location
Ankeny, IA, 50023-2152 · Suburb campus
Nearest airport from college
OMA · Omaha
121 mi away
Cost
Cost of attendance
$32,722
Avg net price
$16,282
Room & board
$8,380
Tuition
$20,270
Books & supplies
$1,240/yr
Average net price by family income
$0–30k
$14,121
$30–48k
$14,439
$48–75k
$16,036
$75–110k
$17,612
$110k+
$19,580
Admissions
Admit rate
68%
Test policy
Required
SAT average
1109
Reading 500610
Math 490580
ACT midpoint
24
Composite 1926
English 1927
Math 1724
SAT range (25th–75th percentile)
40080012001600

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Essay Requirements

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Outcomes
Graduation rate
64%
4-yr on-time completion
58%
1st-yr retention
77%
Transfer-out rate
6%
8-year outcomes
Graduated
58%
Transferred
17%
Still enrolled
1%
Dropped out / unknown
25%
Median earnings (6yr)
$33,372
Median earnings (10yr)
$40,650
Median debt
$12,971
Monthly loan payment
$138
Debt range (25th–75th)
$5,500$17,900
Student Body
Men 46%Women 54%
14
:
1
Student : Faculty ratio
Students   Faculty
Pell grant recipients
35%
Median family income
$48,044
Avg age at entry
20.0
Part-time students
7%
Race & ethnicity
White
85%
Hispanic
4%
Black
2%
Asian
2%
Two or more
4%
Non-resident
3%
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings for graduates across all programs
6 years after entry
$33,372
10 years after entry
$40,650
Business Administration, Management and Operations9
Bible/Biblical Studies7
Theological and Ministerial Studies7
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods5
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas2
Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology2
Religious Education2
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services1
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Institutional
Endowment
$5M
Classification
Baccalaureate (Diverse)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, selective admissions
Full-time faculty
42%
Avg faculty salary
$5,909/mo
Instructional spend/student
$6,214
Federal loan rate
21%

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