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Carolina College of Biblical Studies

#2339 in US ranking Fayetteville, NC
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$24,897
Tuition & fees
$9,100
Avg. aid
$4,510
Receiving aid
100%

What is the history of Carolina College of Biblical Studies?

Carolina College of Biblical Studies is a private Christian college in Fayetteville, North Carolina, focused on biblical and ministry-related education. The college traces its founding to 1973. Its present name reflects that specialized academic focus rather than a broad liberal-arts or research-university model.

Prospective students comparing descriptions of the college from different years should use its current academic catalog for degree requirements. Program names and requirements can change even when an institution's underlying purpose remains similar.

What are the faculties and departments at Carolina College of Biblical Studies?

Carolina College of Biblical Studies concentrates on biblical studies, religious education, and theological and ministerial studies. Applicants should expect a specialized curriculum rather than a selection of unrelated majors organized into numerous schools or faculties.

The college enrolls both undergraduate and graduate students. Before choosing a program, compare the credential awarded, required biblical and general-education courses, delivery format, and whether practical ministry work is part of the curriculum. A degree in biblical studies should not be assumed to satisfy the requirements for a particular church position, teaching license, or other regulated occupation.

The institution reported five full-time and 46 part-time faculty members. That staffing mix makes it especially useful to check who teaches required courses and how often those courses are offered.

What is the location of Carolina College of Biblical Studies?

Carolina College of Biblical Studies is located in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Students considering in-person classes should plan around a local commuting experience, not a residential campus.

Fayetteville is also home to a substantial military community. For applicants balancing work, family, or service commitments, the relevant location questions are the travel time to scheduled classes, parking arrangements, and which courses can be completed remotely. Students outside North Carolina should confirm whether their intended program can be completed from their state.

What is the mission and vision of Carolina College of Biblical Studies?

The college's stated educational purpose centers on studying the Bible and preparing students for Christian service and ministry. Its religious identity is part of the academic experience, not merely an extracurricular affiliation.

Applicants should read the current mission, doctrinal statements, and conduct policies alongside the degree plan. Those documents are the clearest way to assess how the college's theological commitments shape instruction and community expectations. A stated mission describes institutional aims; it does not, by itself, establish a particular student outcome.

Carolina College of Biblical Studies Profile - Basic Information

Name of the institution

Carolina College of Biblical Studies

Level of institution

Four or more years

Control of institution

Private

Setting type

City: Midsize

Institutional Category

Degree - granting, not primarily baccalaureate or above

Institution size category

Under 1,000

School type

Comprehensive higher education institution

Main student body

Coeducational

Calendar system

Quarters

Foundation year

1973

Carolina College of Biblical Studies Accreditation

Carolina College of Biblical Studies 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.

Carolina College of Biblical Studies Programs and Degrees

iconCertificate of less than 1 year
iconAssociate's degree
iconBachelor's degree
iconMaster's degree

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.