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Summit Christian College

Gering, Nebraska 69341

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Small & IntimateRuralHighly SelectivePrivateClose Faculty Access

Highly selective — close-knit campus

Summit Christian College is a private town institution in Gering, Nebraska. Admission is competitive.

A small campus of 17 undergraduates with a 3:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

67% of students graduate within four years. Net price after aid averages $18,188.

Established
1951
Type
Private Christian

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14%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
17Students
3:1Student:Faculty
67%Grad Rate
—Earnings 10yr
$18,188Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Summit Christian College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

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

Acceptance Rate14.3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

14.3%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$8,278
Room & Board$6,367
Books & Supplies$300
Total Cost of Attendance$26,634
Average Net Price$18,188

Net Price by Family Income

$30–48K$18,188

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

100.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

0

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

0

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

0

Drug Arrests

0

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (4)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

100%

Positive
  • •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

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
17
Gender Split
47% / 53%
Women / Men
Pell Grant Recipients
36%

Race & Ethnicity

White 94%
Hispanic 6%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate66.7%
Freshman Retention100.0%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • •In 2005, Platte Valley Bible College changed its name to Summit Christian College.
  • •Three years later, Summit Christian College moved into a newly remodeled campus in the neighboring city of Gering.
  • •Presidents President Dates Ellis Baker 1951-1957 Ellwood Beeman 1958-1970 Frank Bush October 1972-January 1979 Gerald Parriott July 1981-1985 Lawrence D.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

DEN Denver146 mi
SLC Salt Lake City437 mi
ABQ Albuquerque495 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1662 mi · ~48h 1m drive
New York, NY1535 mi · ~44h 21m drive
Hartford, CT1588 mi · ~45h 53m drive
Providence, RI1651 mi · ~47h 42m drive
Albany, NY1523 mi · ~44h drive
Syracuse, NY1400 mi · ~40h 27m drive
Rochester, NY1326 mi · ~38h 18m drive
Buffalo, NY1264 mi · ~36h 31m drive
Philadelphia, PA1488 mi · ~42h 59m drive
Pittsburgh, PA1232 mi · ~35h 35m drive
Harrisburg, PA1394 mi · ~40h 16m drive
Newark, NJ1526 mi · ~44h 5m drive
Washington, DC1411 mi · ~40h 46m drive
Baltimore, MD1425 mi · ~41h 10m drive
Atlanta, GA1188 mi · ~34h 19m drive
Charlotte, NC1311 mi · ~37h 52m drive
Raleigh, NC1406 mi · ~40h 37m drive
Miami, FL1736 mi · ~50h 9m drive
Orlando, FL1551 mi · ~44h 48m drive
Tampa, FL1531 mi · ~44h 14m drive
Nashville, TN986 mi · ~28h 29m drive
New Orleans, LA1117 mi · ~32h 16m drive
Richmond, VA1420 mi · ~41h 1m drive
Chicago, IL825 mi · ~23h 50m drive
Detroit, MI1056 mi · ~30h 30m drive
Minneapolis, MN566 mi · ~16h 21m drive
St. Louis, MO744 mi · ~21h 30m drive
Kansas City, MO514 mi · ~14h 51m drive
Indianapolis, IN926 mi · ~26h 45m drive
Columbus, OH1085 mi · ~31h 21m drive
Cleveland, OH1132 mi · ~32h 42m drive
Milwaukee, WI807 mi · ~23h 19m drive
Dallas, TX730 mi · ~21h 5m drive
Houston, TX954 mi · ~27h 34m drive
Austin, TX864 mi · ~24h 58m drive
San Antonio, TX905 mi · ~26h 9m drive
Los Angeles, CA956 mi · ~27h 37m drive
San Francisco, CA1031 mi · ~29h 47m drive
San Diego, CA971 mi · ~28h 3m drive
Seattle, WA996 mi · ~28h 46m drive
Portland, OR981 mi · ~28h 20m drive
Denver, CO160 mi · ~4h 37m drive
Phoenix, AZ738 mi · ~21h 19m drive
Salt Lake City, UT433 mi · ~12h 31m drive
Honolulu, HI3425 mi · ~98h 57m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Denver (DEN)146 miles
Rental car
219 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
292 min$175-292
Salt Lake City (SLC)437 miles
Rental car
656 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
874 min$524-874

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