Bob Jones University
About Bob Jones University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Bob Jones University is a private Christian university in Greenville, South Carolina. It offers programs in business, nursing, education, and theology within a conservative Protestant academic environment, with a strong emphasis on biblical worldview.
Founded
1927
Location
Greenville, South Carolina
Students
2,427
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
64.8%
Near national average
Tuition
$24,470
Per year
Avg Net Price
$16,641
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$44,354
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$25
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
64.8% complete their degree within six years
Retention
82.5%
4-Year Grad
59%
6-Year Grad
66%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
93.6%
$/Student
$8.6K
Class Size
Medium
While 59% finish in 4 years, 82.5% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$24,470
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,380
Books & Supplies
$1,340
Total Cost of Attendance
$36,580
After Financial Aid
$16,641
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$14,287
Receive Grants
32.9%
Take Loans
23.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $36,580/yr, including $10,380 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $16,641.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Bob Jones University fund their education.
While in School
32.9%
Get Grants
Free money
23.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$51,346
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$16,585
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$176/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 23.8% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $16,585. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Bob Jones University.
Gender
53.2%
Female
47%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,005
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
422
Graduates
14.4%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
4.1%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (53% women, 47% men). 8.3% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
2,005
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Bob Jones University fields 6 varsity teams with 192 student athletes, about 10% of the student body.
Division
NCCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
192
10% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
112
Men
80
Women
5
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Bob Jones Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,354
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$44K
65 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$73K
54 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$32K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$34K
29 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$59K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
$36K
23 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $41K six years out, growing to $44K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.