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Appalachian Bible College in Top Two Most Beautiful Bible Colleges

Appalachian Bible College has been named in the top two of the “50 Most Beautiful Bible Colleges 2017.” In the list published last month, Christian Universities Online ranked ABC second only to Clark Summit University in Pennsylvania. Criteria used to evaluate accredited Christian colleges and universities across the U.S. were continuity of campus, architectural style, signature buildings, and natural setting. The full list can be viewed at www.christianuniversitiesonline.org/50-most-beautiful-bible-colleges-2017. “Southern West Virginia is a picturesque setting, and we work hard to maintain a clean and comfortable campus,” comments President Daniel Anderson. “I often hear compliments from visitors as they drive or walk around our facilities.” Anderson adds, “From our very humble beginnings on this former dairy farm in the 1950s, God has truly blessed us and the Beckley community has given us a scenic place to call home. Our objective is to equip servant-hearted people for Christian ministry; it’s a special blessing to be able to do that in the beautiful hills of Raleigh County. I extend an invitation for community members to come see it for themselves and enjoy our hospitality.” As West Virginia’s only accredited Bible college, Appalachian Bible College has been training men and women to serve in church-related ministries since 1950—beginning first in Pettus, WV. ABC offers Bible Certificate, Associate of Arts, Bachelor of Arts, and Master of Arts programs, including online courses. The 150-acre campus is located just north of Beckley, WV, and is also home to Alpine Ministries, providing outdoor programs and adventure recreation. Learn more at ABC.edu.  Learn more about Appalachian Bible College.

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Calvary ranked #26 out of 1,300 colleges for lowest student debt

In a recent report by LendEDU, Calvary University was ranked #26 out of 1,300 colleges for the lowest student loan debt per borrower. The report indicated that Calvary graduates are finishing school with a relatively very low amount of student debt. 

According to College Board, the average student at an in-state public school should expect to pay about $19,548 this year. And, the average student at a private nonprofit should expect to spend about $43,921 this year. Average total cost of attending Calvary is less than $16,000 per year, including tuition, fees, and room and board, keeping Calvary students’ costs well below even in-state public schools.

Calvary has sought to keep tuition and other expenses as low as possible, and Calvary’s generous scholarship programs and Study Work Program have also contributed to helping students minimize student debt.

Calvary University changed its name from Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary in July 2016.

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Ohio Christian University is committed to offering a complete education that develops students intellectually, professionally, and spiritually. OCU was founded in 1948 as Circleville Bible College for the purpose of educating clergy for the Churches of Christ in Christian Union. While remaining true to its founders’ vision, Ohio Christian University has expanded its outreach by becoming accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Association for Biblical Higher Education and adding associate, bachelor, and master’s degree programs in disciplines such as business and government, emergency management & business, psychology, substance abuse counseling, and human services.