Bob Jones University Rankings
| Ranking | Category |
|---|---|
| #4734 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #1321 of 2,597 | In North America |
| #1244 of 2,496 | In the United States |
| #21 of 37 | In South Carolina |
| #2 of 2 | In Greenville |
Quick Review
- Religion
- Evangelical Christian
- Acceptance rate
- 100%
- Undergraduates
- 2,665
- Graduates
- 430
- Male:Female Ratio
- 46:54
- Control
- Private
not-for-profit - Highest Degree
- Doctor's degree
- Website
- bju.edu
Bob Jones University Acceptance rate and admissions statistics
Bob Jones University has an acceptance rate of 100% and is among the 23% of the easiest universities to gain admission to in the United States. The university reports the admission statistics without distinguishing between local and international students.
402 students enrolled in some distance education courses.
429 enrolled exclusively in distance education.
Admissions requirements
Bob Jones University has an open admission policy (non-competitive). The only requirement is a certificate of attendance or a highschool diploma or a General Educational Development certificate.
Enrollment demographics by race or ethnicity
| White | 2225 (72%) |
|---|---|
| Race or Ethnicity unknown | 231 (7%) |
| Nonresident Alien | 225 (7%) |
| Hispanic | 215 (7%) |
| Asian | 92 (3%) |
| Black or African American | 54 (2%) |
| Two or more races | 38 (1%) |
| Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander | 8 (0.3%) |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 4 (0.1%) |
Costs per year: Tuition, Housing, Fees
The average net cost to attend Bob Jones University is $18,733 per year, calculated as the sum of the average cost of tuition, room and board, books, and supplies, reduced by the amount of average financial aid received.
The final cost of attendance varies for each student based on household income, residency, program, and other factors.
Average costs by household income
| <$30K | $12,656 |
|---|---|
| $30-48K | $14,167 |
| $48-75K | $15,977 |
| $75-110K | $20,120 |
| $110K+ | $23,395 |
Tuition and fees
| Undergraduates | Graduates | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition in-district | $19,750 | $10,676 |
| Tuition in-state | $19,750 | $10,676 |
| Tuition out-of-state | $19,750 | $10,676 |
| Fee in-district | $2,140 | $948 |
| Fee in-state | $2,140 | $948 |
| Fee out-of-state | $2,140 | $948 |
Room and board costs
| Dormitory capacity | 3,998 |
|---|---|
| Combined charge for room and board | $9,350 |
Bob Jones University majors
Bob Jones University has granted 480 bachelor's degrees across 54 programs, 81 master's across 11 programs, and 2 doctorate degrees across 2 programs. Below is a table with majors that lead to degrees at Bob Jones University.
| Major | Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration and Management, General | 45 | |||
| Registered Nursing & Registered Nurse | 33 | |||
| Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other | 8 | 19 | ||
| Counseling Psychology | 13 | 10 | ||
| Accounting | 22 | |||
| Bible & Biblical Studies | 11 | 11 | ||
| Educational Leadership and Administration, General | 20 | |||
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 20 | |||
| Criminal Justice & Safety Studies | 18 | |||
| Engineering, General | 18 | |||
| Communication, General | 7 | 10 | ||
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | 17 | |||
| General Office Occupations and Clerical Services | 16 | |||
| Health Services & Allied Health & Health Sciences, General | 16 | |||
| Biology & Biological Sciences, General | 12 | |||
| Communication Sciences and Disorders, General | 12 | |||
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other | 12 | |||
| English Language and Literature, General | 12 | |||
| Education, General | 11 | |||
| Music Teacher Education | 7 | 4 | ||
| Computer Science | 10 | |||
| Housing and Human Environments, Other | 10 | |||
| Pre-Medicine & Pre-Medical Studies | 10 | |||
| Culinary Arts & Chef Training | 9 | |||
| Information Technology | 9 | |||
| Music History, Literature, and Theory | 9 | |||
| Sport and Fitness Administration & Management | 8 | 1 | ||
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other | 9 | |||
| Drama and Dramatics & Theatre Arts, General | 4 | 4 | ||
| Graphic Design | 8 | |||
| Humanities & Humanistic Studies | 8 | |||
| Visual and Performing Arts, General | 8 | |||
| Child Development | 7 | |||
| Divinity & Ministry | 7 | |||
| English & Language Arts Teacher Education | 7 | |||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences & Liberal Studies | 7 | |||
| Cinematography and Film & Video Production | 6 | |||
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | 4 | 2 | ||
| Fine & Studio Arts, General | 6 | |||
| Missions & Missionary Studies | 5 | 1 | ||
| Actuarial Science | 5 | |||
| Communications Technology & Technician | 5 | |||
| Fashion & Apparel Design | 5 | |||
| History, General | 5 | |||
| Junior High & Intermediate & Middle School Education and Teaching | 5 | |||
| Music Performance, General | 5 | |||
| Theology & Theological Studies | 4 | 1 | ||
| Special Education and Teaching, General | 4 | |||
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education & Fitness, General | 4 | |||
| International Relations and Affairs | 3 | |||
| Keyboard Instruments | 3 | |||
| Mathematics Teacher Education | 3 | |||
| Social Studies Teacher Education | 3 | |||
| Chemistry, General | 2 | |||
| Mathematics, General | 2 | |||
| Molecular Biochemistry | 2 | |||
| Multi- & Interdisciplinary Studies, General | 2 | |||
| Music Pedagogy | 2 | |||
| Science Teacher Education & General Science Teacher Education | 2 | |||
| Spanish Language and Literature | 2 | |||
| Legal Assistant & Paralegal | 1 | |||
| Physics, General | 1 | |||
| Political Science and Government, General | 1 | |||
| Religion & Religious Studies | 1 | |||
| Spanish Language Teacher Education | 1 | |||
| Grand Total | 54 | 480 | 81 | 2 |
Bob Jones University has a graduation rate of 69%, which is among the 24% highest for universities in the US.
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation rate | 69% | 69% | 70% |
| |||
Publications & Citations
Bob Jones University has published 129 scientific papers with 605 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Physics, Environmental Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Biology, Political Science, Law, History, and Geography and Cartography.
Publication / Citation count by topic
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 0 | 1 |
| 1992 | 1 | 1 |
| 1993 | 2 | 1 |
| 1994 | 2 | 1 |
| 1995 | 3 | 5 |
| 1996 | 3 | 1 |
| 1997 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | 4 | 4 |
| 1999 | 2 | 5 |
| 2000 | 2 | 7 |
| 2001 | 3 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 | 8 |
| 2003 | 7 | 11 |
| 2004 | 2 | 13 |
| 2005 | 1 | 19 |
| 2006 | 2 | 17 |
| 2007 | 3 | 12 |
| 2008 | 7 | 24 |
| 2009 | 4 | 21 |
| 2010 | 4 | 30 |
| 2011 | 2 | 19 |
| 2012 | 6 | 28 |
| 2013 | 7 | 30 |
| 2014 | 2 | 31 |
| 2015 | 3 | 28 |
| 2016 | 4 | 33 |
| 2017 | 5 | 31 |
| 2018 | 4 | 20 |
| 2019 | 3 | 28 |
| 2020 | 4 | 39 |
| 2021 | 1 | 47 |
| 2022 | 13 | 31 |
| 2023 | 7 | 33 |
Bob Jones University alumni
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Billy Graham
- Occupations
- preachertheologianclericChristian ministerautobiographer
- Biography
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William Franklin Graham Jr. was an American evangelist, an ordained Southern Baptist minister, and a civil rights advocate whose broadcast and live sermons became well known internationally in the mid-to-late 20th century. During a career spanning six decades, Graham was a prominent evangelical Christian figure in the United States.
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Katherine Helmond
- Occupations
- television actorstage actorfilm actoractorvoice actor
- Biography
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Katherine Marie Helmond was an American actress. Over an acting career spanning six decades, she was best known for her starring role as Jessica Tate on the sitcom Soap (1977–1981) and her co-starring role as Mona Robinson on Who's the Boss? (1984–1992). Helmond also played Doris Sherman on Coach (1995–1997) and Lois Whelan (the mother of Debra Barone) on Everybody Loves Raymond (1996–2004). She also appeared as a guest on several talk and variety shows.
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Asa Hutchinson
- Enrolled in Bob Jones University
- In 1972 graduated with Bachelor of Science
- Occupations
- politicianlawyer
- Biography
-
William Asa Hutchinson II is an American attorney, businessman, and politician who served as the 46th governor of Arkansas from 2015 to 2023. A member of the Republican Party, he previously served as a U.S. attorney, U.S. representative, and in two roles in the George W. Bush administration. He was a candidate for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination.
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John F. MacArthur
- Occupations
- theologiannon-fiction writerradio personality
- Biography
-
John Fullerton MacArthur Jr. is an American pastor and author who hosts the national Christian radio and television program Grace to You. He has been the pastor of Grace Community Church, a non-denominational church in Sun Valley, California since February 9, 1969. He is currently the chancellor emeritus of The Master's University in Santa Clarita and The Master's Seminary.
General info
| Alternative names | BJU |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1927 |
| Motto | Petimus Credimus We seek, we trust |
| Colors | blue, white |
| Academic calendar | Semesters |
| Total FTE staff | 712 |
| Carnegie classification | Master's Colleges & Universities: Medium Programs |
Location and contacts
| Address | 1700 Wade Hampton Boulavard Greenville, South Carolina, 29614-0001 United States |
|---|---|
| City population | 71,000 |
| Phone | 8642425100 |