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College of Biblical Studies-Houston

Overview

At a Glance

School type

Private, not-for-profit, 4-year or above

School Size & Setting

Large | Urban

Students-to-Faculty Ratio

7:1

Religious affliation

Undenominational

Mission Statement

The College of Biblical Studies of Houston, Texas, is the largest nationally accredited, multi-ethnic Bible College in North America. Since 1979, CBS has been developing Christian leaders to serve our multiethnic community. A commuter college where tuition is kept low to broaden access to higher education, CBS provides instruction six days a week, offering morning, afternoon, evening and Saturday classes so that students can fit education into their life schedule.

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cost & financial aid

Annual tuition & fees

Undergraduate

In state

$6,801

Out of state

$9,225
Graduate

In state

No information

Out of state

No information

Financial Aid: Undergraduates

Received financial aid
79%
Type of aid % of students receiving aid Average amount
Federal grants 58.0% $2,482
State/local grants 21.0% $3,244
Institutional grants 37.0% $2,936
Loans 42.0% $2,654

Other Estimated Costs

Housing

$. per year

Books & Supplies

$975 per year

Personal Expenses

$. per year

Financial aid resources

Paying for college

Learn about different ways to cover costs, incluing financial aid, GI Bills, grants and scholarships

Applying for financial Aid

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Academics

Most Popular Undergraduate majors

  • Bible/Biblical Studies
  • Organizational Leadership
Full List of Majors

Undergraduate Majors X

  • BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES
    • Organizational Leadership
      • A program that focuses on leadership skills that can be applied to a business, government, non-profit, or educational setting. Includes instruction in organizational planning, dynamics of leadership, finance, team building, conflict resolution and mediation, communication and other management skills. See other colleges that offer this major
  • THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS VOCATIONS
    • Bible/Biblical Studies
      • A program that focuses on the Christian and/or Jewish Bible and related literature, with an emphasis on understanding and interpreting the theological, doctrinal, and ethical messages contained therein. May include preparation for applying these studies in various religious vocations. See other colleges that offer this major
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Admissions

Application Fee

Undergraduate
$40
Graduate
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Student Life

Student Demographics

Female Students
41%
Male Students
59%

Student Ethnicities
  1. Black42.58%
  2. Hispanic/Latino32.3%
  3. Caucasian15.07%
  4. Asian7.42%
  5. Two Or More Ethnicities2.15%
  6. Not Specified0.48%

Student body breakdown

Total students enrolled

471

Undergraduate students

471

Full Time Students
48%
Part Time Students
52%

Student services

  • Meal plan
  • Counseling services
  • Remedial services
  • Work-study
  • Placement services
  • Study abroad
  • Weekend/evening classes
  • On-campus day care for student's children
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