Carolina College of Biblical Studies
Fayetteville, North Carolina 28303-5157
Campus Vibe
Close-knit campus
Carolina College of Biblical Studies is a private urban institution in Fayetteville, North Carolina. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.
A small campus of 122 undergraduates with a 4:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
22% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $24,581 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $18,745.
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Carolina College of Biblical Studies Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
74.1%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$17,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
0
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
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Arson
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Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
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Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
0%
- •0% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
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Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History Carolina College of Biblical Studies was founded as the Cape Fear School of Theology in 1973 by Bill Owens.
- •In 1978, Ralph Richardson took over the leadership role, and a site was purchased and classes started in 1980, at which time the name of the school was changed to Carolina Bible College.
- •Bill Korver became the college's fourth president in April 2004.
- •In April 2012, the name of the college was changed to Carolina College of Biblical Studies.
- •In 2012, the college listed 20 faculty members all of whom held at least a master's degree.
Source: Wikipedia
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Housing and food costs are higher than national average
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