Christian colleges that require the most Bible and theology in South Carolina
Christian colleges that require every bachelor’s student to take three or more Bible or theology courses, then those that require two.
Christian colleges that require the most Bible and theology in South Carolina4 schools
4 schools qualify, ranked by the Compass Score.
How this list is made
- Schools in South Carolina.
- Christian undergraduate colleges on the Compass. Seminaries and graduate-only schools are not counted.
- Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor’s students: three or more, or two.
- Colleges requiring three or more courses come first, then colleges requiring two. Within each group, higher Compass Score comes first.
- Each school needs a complete Compass Score, so every row shows a rating.
Updated Oct. 20, 2026. Methodology. Spot an error? Send a correction.
- 1
Columbia International University
Columbia, SC · Private nonprofit- 3+ required Bible or theology courses
- Required Old and New Testament study
- 2
Southern Wesleyan University
Central, SC · Private nonprofit- 3+ required Bible or theology courses
- Required Old and New Testament study
- 3
North Greenville University
Tigerville, SC · Private nonprofit- 2 required Bible or theology courses
- Required Old and New Testament study
- 4
Erskine College
Due West, SC · Private nonprofit- 2 required Bible or theology courses
- Required Old and New Testament study
Compare cost and outcomes
| School | Net price a year | Median debt | Earnings 10 years out | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia International University | $26,036 | $20,000 | $38,951 | 71% |
| Southern Wesleyan University | $15,464 | $26,000 | $47,756 | 52% |
| North Greenville University | $21,063 | $23,082 | $43,035 | 55% |
| Erskine College | $16,525 | $27,000 | $53,459 | 45% |
Net price is the average yearly cost after grants. Federal data (College Scorecard). “—” means the school reports no figure.