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Bob Jones University

#1600 in US ranking Greenville, SC
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$37,454
Tuition & fees
$24,950
Avg. aid
$16,021
Receiving aid
93%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
65%
Median salary
$38,931
1 yr after graduation

What does Bob Jones University offer in terms of athletics?

Bob Jones University's Bruins compete in varsity athletics associated with the National Christian College Athletic Association. Representative varsity sports include basketball, soccer, volleyball, cross-country, and baseball. A sport appearing in a broad campus activity list should not automatically be assumed to be a current varsity team.

Students who want to compete should check the Bruins' current team roster, season, and recruiting requirements. Intramural and recreational activities offer a different level of participation and may include sports beyond the varsity lineup. Team participation, scholarship availability, and eligibility should be confirmed with athletics rather than inferred from association membership.

What student groups and Associations are available at Bob Jones University?

Student involvement at Bob Jones University includes religious, service, academic, professional, and performing-arts groups. Examples reported for the university include Community Service Council, Missions Advance, Mission Prayer Band, and University Business Association.

The university's student societies are a distinctive part of its involvement structure, bringing students together for activities and competition. Students can also participate in choral groups and theater. Organization names and activity levels can change, so the current student-activities directory is the best way to determine whether a particular group is active and how to join it.

Who studies at Bob Jones University?

Bob Jones University enrolls approximately 2,734 students. Its reported incoming population includes 446 first-time, degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates and 57 transfer-in students, indicating that first-year entrants form a larger group than new transfers.

The student body draws well beyond South Carolina: approximately 41% are state residents, 53% come from other U.S. states, and 6% come from other countries. Students ages 18-21 make up a substantial share, but the enrollment counts also include students in their late twenties and older. These figures describe who enrolled in a reporting period; they do not predict an individual student's classroom or social experience.

The reported student-to-faculty ratio is 11 to 1. That institution-wide ratio is not a class-size guarantee, particularly for required introductory courses or specialized classes with limited enrollment.

How does student life look like at Bob Jones University?

Everyday student life at Bob Jones University combines academic work with a structured Christian campus environment. Chapel and other faith-related programming are part of the institution's identity, alongside performances, student activities, recreation, and academic events.

About 71% of students are reported to live on campus, while 27% commute. That residential share can make scheduled campus programming a prominent part of the experience, though commuters may need to plan around travel and evening activities. The university reports a health clinic and personal or psychological counseling; students with ongoing care needs should check the scope, hours, and referral practices of each service.

Prospective students may find a visit or a careful reading of the current student handbook more informative than a general description of campus atmosphere. Policies about attendance, residence, and conduct can affect daily routines as much as the academic timetable does.

What libraries are available to students at Bob Jones University?

Mack Library is Bob Jones University's main library and a central resource for coursework and research. The university reports two campus libraries. Students should use the current library directory to identify collections, service points, and access rules relevant to their program.

Library support typically extends beyond books to research guidance and electronic materials; students working off campus should check how they authenticate to licensed resources and request assistance. The library is not reported as offering round-the-clock study areas or reservable study rooms, so students who depend on those facilities should check current hours and alternative study spaces.

Bob Jones University Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

2734

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

434

Member of Athletic Associations

NCCAA

Total staff

167 full time, 105 part time

Veterans affair office

No

Bob Jones University Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 2,312
Graduate: 422

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 2,013
Part-time: 721

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 216
Men: 218

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 177
Black or African American: 33
White: 1,495
American Indian or Alaska Native: 1
Asian: 82
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 3
Two or more races: 26
Unknown: 22

Freshly enrolled students' age

Under 25 years
Over 25 years

Bob Jones University Sports & Athletics

  • Member of NCCAA

Varsity teams compete against other colleges, intramural teams within the school. Each column says whether men, women or both take part, and whether the sport offers athletic scholarships (Aid).

Sport

Varsity Intramural Aid

Badminton

–Both–

Baseball

MenMen–

Basketball

BothBoth–

Cross-country running

BothBoth–

Golf

BothBoth–

Racquetball

–Both–

Soccer

BothBoth–

Softball

–Both–

Table tennis

–Both–

Track and field

Both––

Volleyball

WomenWomen–

Water polo

–Women–

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.