Campus Vibe
Close-knit campus — excellent value
Elim Bible Institute and College is a private rural institution in Lima, New York. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.
A small campus of 94 undergraduates with a 7:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
70% of students graduate within four years. Net price after aid averages $9,641.
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News & Alerts
Elim Bible Institute and College 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.
Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
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
64.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$9,241
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
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (3)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
100%
- •100% 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
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Rankings
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •History Elim was founded in 1924 in Endwell, New York, by Ivan Quay Spencer and Minnie Spencer.
- •Beginning in 1948, Elim was a center for the Latter Rain Movement in Pentecostalism.
- •In 2020, the school was accredited by the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools.
- •As of January 27, 2025, the school was officially renamed Elim Bible College.
- •^ Our History Archived 2010-05-15 at the Wayback Machine, Elim Bible Institute website, accessed May 24, 2010 ^ "About", Elim Bible Institute website, accessed May 24, 2010 ^ James Goche (May 1976).
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average