
Carolina Christian College is a small Christian institution in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, with roots in biblical education. Its earlier name, Winston-Salem Bible College, reflects the religious focus that remains central to its academic identity.
For a prospective student, that history matters more than a name change alone: the college's programs are concentrated in biblical and religious studies rather than the broad range of majors found at many universities. Applicants interested in a particular ministry or career path should compare the current catalog's degree requirements with the preparation that path demands.
Carolina Christian College's academic focus is biblical and religious education. Bible/Biblical Studies and Religious Education are among the fields associated with its programs; applicants should use the current catalog to distinguish available credentials, concentrations, and course-delivery options.
The college is small enough that its academic structure should not be assumed to resemble a university with separate schools of business, engineering, and the arts. Enrollment figures identify one full-time and 15 part-time teaching faculty members. That mix makes it especially useful to check how often required courses run, who advises students, and whether a proposed schedule permits timely progress toward a degree.
Carolina Christian College is in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, in the Piedmont Triad region. Its city location may suit students who want to live locally and commute rather than move to a large residential campus.
Most students commute, so travel time, parking arrangements, and the timing of required classes are practical considerations. Piedmont Triad International Airport is the regional airport identified for the college, although routine travel to campus will depend more on a student's local transportation arrangements.
Carolina Christian College's educational identity centers on Christian learning and preparation for religious service. Its biblical studies emphasis means applicants should expect faith commitments to shape the academic environment, not simply appear in optional activities.
Students comparing the college with a secular institution should examine the current mission statement, catalog, and any student-conduct or faith-related policies together. Those documents can clarify how the college's stated purpose affects coursework, community expectations, and preparation for ministry or other work. A stated mission describes the institution's aims; it does not, by itself, establish a particular graduate outcome.
Name of the institution
Carolina Christian CollegeLevel of institution
Four or more yearsControl of institution
PrivateSetting type
City: LargeInstitutional Category
Degree - granting, primarily baccalaureate or aboveInstitution size category
Under 1,000Religious affiliation
Protestant (Churches of Christ in Christian Union)School type
UniversityMain student body
CoeducationalCalendar system
SemestersFoundation year
1945Carolina Christian College is institutionally accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education, an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accreditation confirms that the school meets quality standards and is required for students to receive federal financial aid.
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Doctor's degree - otherData 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.