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Blue Mountain Christian University

Blue Mountain, MS · Private nonprofit · 4-year · Mississippi Baptist Convention · Baptist

Real cost

Average price after aid $24,016 a year

Median debt at graduation: $18,534 (all students)

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Blue Mountain Christian University is a Christian liberal arts college in Blue Mountain, Mississippi, founded in 1873 and affiliated since 1920 with the Mississippi Baptist Convention. Chapel is held several days a week, and degree-seeking undergraduates who take 12 or more hours are required to attend. The Baptist Student Union, led by a named director, runs Bible studies, retreats, mission trips and a weekly Noonday gathering.

Faith life at a glance

In the college’s own words

  • “The Baptist Student Union (BSU) is an organization that strives to coordinate the various religious activities on campus and to stimulate spiritual growth.”

    Source: bmc.smartcatalogiq.com

  • “Founded in 1873 as a Christian liberal arts college and affiliated since 1920 with the Mississippi Baptist Convention”

    Source: bmc.smartcatalogiq.com

Questions students ask

Do I have to go to chapel?

Students who enroll for 12 or more semester hours are required to attend chapel.

Source: bmc.smartcatalogiq.com
Where do I find community?

The Baptist Student Union coordinates campus spiritual activities, and its Thrive Bible study is one way students join in.

Source: bmc.smartcatalogiq.com
Can I serve or go on mission trips?

The Baptist Student Union offers mission trips such as Mission Arlington in December.

Source: bluemountainbsu.org

Rankings

Where this college places on our top lists. Lists are worked out from official data and our faith research; places in the top quarter of each list are shown. See every list

In America

Academic Excellence

BAcademic Excellence: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
59 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduation rate 35% of scoreThis measure counts for 35% of the Academic Excellence score.55%
  • First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.68%
  • Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.SAT 1,090 · ACT 21.5
  • Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.13 to 1
  • Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$10,172

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed.

Source: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026))

Faith scorecard

Each area’s grade and what we found. Tap an area to see the findings and their sources.

AWorship and chapel: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Worship and chapel

87 of 100 points · 6 of 7 found

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Chapel services during the week3 or more a week (The chapel page lists three services a week (Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10:00 a.m.). The 2026-27 catalog lists four a week (Monday through Thursday at 9:30 a.m.). Both support three or more a week, which is the daily level; the two sets of times conflict and are not used as schedules.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Chapel | Blue Mountain Christian Universitybmc.edu/chapel · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Chapel is held Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10:00 a.m.”
      Chapel is held three days a week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, at 10 a.m.
    2. Chapel Requirements | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogbmc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-undergraduate-catalog/student-life/chapel-requirements · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Chapel is held Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 9:30 AM.”
      The 2026-27 catalog lists chapel four days a week at 9:30 a.m.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Chapel attendance expected of studentsRequired, with a set number of services each term (Degree-seeking undergraduates taking 12 or more hours must attend, and each semester allows six absences with fines beyond that.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Chapel Requirements | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogbmc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-undergraduate-catalog/student-life/chapel-requirements · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “All degree-seeking undergraduate students who enroll for 12 or more semester hours of credit are required to attend chapel.”
      Degree-seeking undergraduates taking 12 or more hours must attend chapel.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Student worship nights or praise servicesEvery week (Ministry Council members must attend Noonday at least once a week.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Ministry Council Application | Blue Mountain BSUbluemountainbsu.org/ministry-council-application · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “7. Attend Noonday at least 1 time a week.”
      Ministry Council members are expected to attend the weekly Noonday gathering.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Prayer opportunities (prayer rooms, prayer groups, days or weeks of prayer)Weekly (The BSU site has a prayer request form and says students will pray for requests submitted that week. A prayer committee is part of the Ministry Council.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Prayer Requests | Blue Mountain BSUbluemountainbsu.org/prayer-requests · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “If you have something you would like Blue Mountain Christian students to pray about, please add it here, and students will pray for you this week.”
      Students pray for submitted prayer requests each week.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Campus pastors or chaplains serving studentsPart-time (The BSU Director, Tracy Moser, is the named campus minister for the ministry.)
    Sources (1)
    1. About | Blue Mountain Christian Baptist Student Unionbluemountainbsu.org/about · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “BSU reaches students for Jesus Christ and keeps them engaged in the life of the church during their college years by offering Christ-centered, student-led, campus minister-directed ministry in these key areas: evangelism, discipleship, missions, and relationship.”
      The Baptist Student Union is a Christ-centered, campus minister-directed ministry that includes missions.
      “Tracy Moser BSU Director tmoser@bmc.edu 662-685-4771 ext. 137”
      Tracy Moser is the BSU Director, with a published email and phone number.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    A chapel or worship space on campusYes (The official chapel page lists chapel hours (Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10:00 a.m.).)
    Sources (1)
    1. Chapel | Blue Mountain Christian Universitybmc.edu/chapel · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Chapel is held Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10:00 a.m.”
      Chapel is held three days a week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, at 10 a.m.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Published weekly schedule of chapel, worship and prayerNot enough information: no verified chapel or worship times are recorded.
FBible and theology: Minimal (grade F): 0 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Bible and theology

24 of 100 points · 2 of 6 found

  • No: the school does not offer this, so it earns no points.
    Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's studentsNone required (The Bachelor of Arts core has no Bible or theology course. The Bachelor of Science core requires two Bible courses (e23). T1 and T2 would read two for those students only.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Core Requirements: Bachelor of Arts | Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027bmc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-undergraduate-catalog/core-curriculum/core-requirements/bachelor-of-arts · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Core Requirements: English ENG 100 | English Composition I |”
      The Bachelor of Arts core requirements list English, foreign language, social science, mathematics and science, fine arts, physical fitness, electives and a first-year seminar; the complete list includes no Bible or theology course.
  • No: the school does not offer this, so it earns no points.
    Required courses include study of the Old and New TestamentsNo (No Old or New Testament course in the Bachelor of Arts core. Bachelor of Science students choose two of four Old and New Testament courses (e23).)
    Sources (1)
    1. Core Requirements: Bachelor of Arts | Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027bmc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-undergraduate-catalog/core-curriculum/core-requirements/bachelor-of-arts · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Core Requirements: English ENG 100 | English Composition I |”
      The Bachelor of Arts core requirements list English, foreign language, social science, mathematics and science, fine arts, physical fitness, electives and a first-year seminar; the complete list includes no Bible or theology course.
  • No: the school does not offer this, so it earns no points.
    Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses requiredNone required
    Sources (2)
    1. Bachelor of Arts Core Requirements | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogbmc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-undergraduate-catalog/core-curriculum/core-requirements/bachelor-of-arts · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Total Credit Hours: 79-82”
      The Bachelor of Arts core list (English, foreign language, social science, mathematics and science, fine arts, fitness, first-year seminar and electives) contains no Bible course. Biblical Studies courses appear in the Bachelor of Science core on a separate page.
    2. Bachelor of Science Core Requirements | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogbmc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-undergraduate-catalog/core-curriculum/core-requirements/bachelor-of-science · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “BIB 100 | Old Testament I”
      The Bachelor of Science core requires Old and New Testament courses.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Bible, theology or ministry major offeredYes (A Christian Ministry major (Bachelor of Science) is offered.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Programs of Study | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogbmc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-undergraduate-catalog/programs-of-study · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Christian Ministry, Bachelor of Science”
      A Christian Ministry major (Bachelor of Science) is offered.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    A published statement of faithYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Statement of Faith | Blue Mountain Christian Universitybmc.edu/bmcu-statement-of-faith · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The Blue Mountain Christian University Statement of Faith is adapted from the Baptist Faith and Message 2000:”
      The university publishes a statement of faith adapted from the Baptist Faith and Message 2000.
CChristian community: Mixed (grade C): 55 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Christian community

69 of 100 points · 4 of 7 found

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Spiritual life staff (pastors, ministers and professional staff)1 to 2 (One professional ministry staff member is listed (the BSU Director). The office assistant is not counted.)
    Sources (1)
    1. About | Blue Mountain Christian Baptist Student Unionbluemountainbsu.org/about · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Tracy Moser BSU Director tmoser@bmc.edu 662-685-4771 ext. 137”
      Tracy Moser is the BSU Director, with a published email and phone number.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Retreats or spiritual emphasis weeks each yearOne or two (The Ministry Council application names the BSU Fall Retreat and Mid-Winter Retreat, among other events. A fall getaway is also advertised.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Ministry Council Application | Blue Mountain BSUbluemountainbsu.org/ministry-council-application · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Attend the following: Council workshop, College Student Conference, BSU Fall Retreat, Mid-Winter Retreat, Installation of Council, and Spring Conference”
      The BSU's yearly calendar includes a fall retreat, a mid-winter retreat and a spring conference.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizationsMany (Listed groups include the Baptist Student Union (with Bible studies such as Thrive), the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Koinonia and a Ministerial Association.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Bible Study Sign Ups | Blue Mountain BSUbluemountainbsu.org/bible-study-sign-up · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Which Bible Study would you like to join? Thrive led by Mrs. Tracy Moser at BSU”
      The BSU offers a Bible study named Thrive.
    2. Clubs and Organizations | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogbmc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-undergraduate-catalog/student-life/clubs-and-organizations · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The Baptist Student Union (BSU) is an organization that strives to coordinate the various religious activities on campus and to stimulate spiritual growth.”
      The Baptist Student Union is a listed campus organization for religious activities.
      “Fellowship of Christian Athletes. FCA brings students and student-athletes to unite two passions, faith and athletics, to impact the world for Jesus Christ.”
      The Fellowship of Christian Athletes is a listed Christian student organization.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faculty affirm the college's statement of faithNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faith life in residence halls (hall Bible studies, resident ministry leaders)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Help finding a local church (church fairs, rides, partner churches)Yes (The BSU runs a church-connection service and lists nearby Southern Baptist churches with visit requests.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Area Churches | Blue Mountain BSUbluemountainbsu.org/churches · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Students: Plugging into a local church is vital to Christian growth. Let us help you connect with someone attending the church you would like to visit.”
      The BSU helps students connect with local churches.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian missionNot enough information: not found in official sources.
N/AMissions and service: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Missions and service

Not enough information · 2 of 6 found

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Service or outreach officeNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Service hours or service-learning in the curriculumNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Missions trips offered to studentsSome (The BSU mission trip application lists two trips for the current year (Mission Arlington and Spring Break in New York).)
    Sources (1)
    1. BSU Mission Trip Application | Blue Mountain BSUbluemountainbsu.org/missiontrips · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Mission Arlington (Dec. 11-17th) Cost $150”
      The BSU offers two mission trips in the current year: Mission Arlington and Spring Break in New York.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Partnerships with local churches and ministries for serviceNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Cross-cultural or global ministry programsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service explicitly rooted in the Christian missionYes (The BSU's stated purpose includes missions, and its mission trips are part of that ministry.)
    Sources (1)
    1. About | Blue Mountain Christian Baptist Student Unionbluemountainbsu.org/about · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “BSU reaches students for Jesus Christ and keeps them engaged in the life of the church during their college years by offering Christ-centered, student-led, campus minister-directed ministry in these key areas: evangelism, discipleship, missions, and relationship.”
      The Baptist Student Union is a Christ-centered, campus minister-directed ministry that includes missions.

Strengths

  • Chapel is held three days a week, and students who take 12 or more hours must attend.
    Sources (2)
    1. Chapel | Blue Mountain Christian Universitybmc.edu/chapel · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Chapel is held Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10:00 a.m.”
      Chapel is held three days a week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, at 10 a.m.
    2. Chapel Requirements | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogbmc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-undergraduate-catalog/student-life/chapel-requirements · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “All degree-seeking undergraduate students who enroll for 12 or more semester hours of credit are required to attend chapel.”
      Degree-seeking undergraduates taking 12 or more hours must attend chapel.
  • A named Baptist Student Union director leads a Christ-centered ministry with Bible studies, retreats and mission trips.
    Sources (4)
    1. About | Blue Mountain Christian Baptist Student Unionbluemountainbsu.org/about · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “BSU reaches students for Jesus Christ and keeps them engaged in the life of the church during their college years by offering Christ-centered, student-led, campus minister-directed ministry in these key areas: evangelism, discipleship, missions, and relationship.”
      The Baptist Student Union is a Christ-centered, campus minister-directed ministry that includes missions.
      “Tracy Moser BSU Director tmoser@bmc.edu 662-685-4771 ext. 137”
      Tracy Moser is the BSU Director, with a published email and phone number.
    2. Bible Study Sign Ups | Blue Mountain BSUbluemountainbsu.org/bible-study-sign-up · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Which Bible Study would you like to join? Thrive led by Mrs. Tracy Moser at BSU”
      The BSU offers a Bible study named Thrive.
    3. Ministry Council Application | Blue Mountain BSUbluemountainbsu.org/ministry-council-application · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Attend the following: Council workshop, College Student Conference, BSU Fall Retreat, Mid-Winter Retreat, Installation of Council, and Spring Conference”
      The BSU's yearly calendar includes a fall retreat, a mid-winter retreat and a spring conference.
    4. BSU Mission Trip Application | Blue Mountain BSUbluemountainbsu.org/missiontrips · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Mission Arlington (Dec. 11-17th) Cost $150”
      The BSU offers two mission trips in the current year: Mission Arlington and Spring Break in New York.
  • The Bachelor of Science core requires four Biblical Studies courses, including Old and New Testament courses.
    Sources (1)
    1. Bachelor of Science Core Requirements | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogbmc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-undergraduate-catalog/core-curriculum/core-requirements/bachelor-of-science · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “BIB 100 | Old Testament I”
      The Bachelor of Science core requires Old and New Testament courses.
  • A Christian Ministry major (Bachelor of Science) is offered, and the statement of faith is published.
    Sources (2)
    1. Programs of Study | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogbmc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-undergraduate-catalog/programs-of-study · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Christian Ministry, Bachelor of Science”
      A Christian Ministry major (Bachelor of Science) is offered.
    2. Statement of Faith | Blue Mountain Christian Universitybmc.edu/bmcu-statement-of-faith · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The Blue Mountain Christian University Statement of Faith is adapted from the Baptist Faith and Message 2000:”
      The university publishes a statement of faith adapted from the Baptist Faith and Message 2000.

Concerns

  • The Bachelor of Arts core, which applies to every B.A. student, requires no Bible course.
    Sources (1)
    1. Bachelor of Arts Core Requirements | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogbmc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-undergraduate-catalog/core-curriculum/core-requirements/bachelor-of-arts · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Total Credit Hours: 79-82”
      The Bachelor of Arts core list (English, foreign language, social science, mathematics and science, fine arts, fitness, first-year seminar and electives) contains no Bible course. Biblical Studies courses appear in the Bachelor of Science core on a separate page.
  • The chapel times on the official chapel page and in the 2026-27 catalog differ.
    Sources (2)
    1. Chapel | Blue Mountain Christian Universitybmc.edu/chapel · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Chapel is held Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10:00 a.m.”
      Chapel is held three days a week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, at 10 a.m.
    2. Chapel Requirements | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogbmc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-undergraduate-catalog/student-life/chapel-requirements · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Chapel is held Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 9:30 AM.”
      The 2026-27 catalog lists chapel four days a week at 9:30 a.m.
  • The Bachelor of Arts core requires no Bible or theology course; the Bachelor of Science core requires two Bible courses.
    Sources (2)
    1. Core Requirements: Bachelor of Arts | Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027bmc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-undergraduate-catalog/core-curriculum/core-requirements/bachelor-of-arts · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Core Requirements: English ENG 100 | English Composition I |”
      The Bachelor of Arts core requirements list English, foreign language, social science, mathematics and science, fine arts, physical fitness, electives and a first-year seminar; the complete list includes no Bible or theology course.
    2. Core Requirements: Bachelor of Science | Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027bmc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-undergraduate-catalog/core-curriculum/core-requirements/bachelor-of-science · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Biblical Studies Select 6 hours (2 courses) from the following list. BIB 100 | Old Testament I”
      The Bachelor of Science core requires two of four Bible courses (Old Testament I and II, New Testament I and II).

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Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Campus ministry home

Baptist Student Union at Blue Mountain Christian University

  • Address: 201 West Main Street, Blue Mountain, MS 38610
  • Distance from campus: 0.1 mi (straight line from the campus point in federal IPEDS data)

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Source: bluemountainbsu.org, verified Oct. 20, 2026, bluemountainbsu.org, verified Oct. 20, 2026

Campus ministry

Sources (1)
  1. About | Blue Mountain Christian Baptist Student Unionbluemountainbsu.org/about · verified Oct. 20, 2026
    “BSU reaches students for Jesus Christ and keeps them engaged in the life of the church during their college years by offering Christ-centered, student-led, campus minister-directed ministry in these key areas: evangelism, discipleship, missions, and relationship.”
    The Baptist Student Union is a Christ-centered, campus minister-directed ministry that includes missions.

Christian clubs and student life

3 groups and regular activities · 1 on campus, 2 off campus

Retreats 1

  • Fall Getaway (BSU retreat)Off campus
    Thursday, Oct. 22 (as advertised on the sign-up page)
    BSU retreat held at Chewalla Baptist Church, per the sign-up page.
    bluemountainbsu.org

Service 1

  • Mission ArlingtonOff campus
    Dec. 11-17 (as listed on the mission trip application)
    BSU mission trip listed on the mission trip application, cost $150.
    bluemountainbsu.org

Clubs and groups 1

  • Baptist Student Union (BSU)On campus
    Campus Baptist ministry offering Bible studies, mission trips, retreats and a weekly Noonday gathering for Ministry Council members.
    bmc.smartcatalogiq.com, bluemountainbsu.org

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the church. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

What families pay, by income

Average yearly price after grants and scholarships, for students who receive federal aid.

Family incomePrice after aid
Up to $30,000$23,112
$30,001–$48,000$23,791
$48,001–$75,000$24,721
$75,001–$110,000$26,722

Full cost of attendance before aid: $33,197 a year.

Use the college’s net price calculator for your own estimate.

Cost and value

Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.

Undergraduate students
Fall enrollment (IPEDS)
942
Men and women
College Scorecard, fall 2023
Men 51% · Women 49%
First-generation students
College Scorecard
37%
First-year students from another state
IPEDS, fall 2023
31%
Total students971
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$24,016
Cost of attendance (per year)$33,197
Median federal debt at graduation$18,534
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
55%
Graduation rate for Pell grant recipients
College Scorecard, within 6 years
25%
Graduation rate for first-generation students
College Scorecard, within 6 years
26%
Borrowers paying down their loans within 3 years
College Scorecard, within 3 years
57%
First-year retention68%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$40,421
Admission rate89%
Application fee
IPEDS, 2023–24
No application fee
Typical rent
HUD fair market rent, FY2026
About $768 a month for a one-bedroom
Students receiving Pell grants29%
Admitted students’ middle range:ACT 19–24
Admission test scores (middle 50% of admitted students who submitted scores)
Average SAT1090
SAT reading & writing—
SAT math—
ACT composite19–24
Test policyRequired

Value index: 46 / 100 (how it’s computed)

Sources: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · Net price calculator
College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026); IPEDS 2024-25 directory and institutional characteristics; fall 2023 enrollment.

Earnings by major

Median earnings of bachelor’s graduates a few years after finishing, by major (College Scorecard).

MajorMedian earnings
Business administration$49,805
Teacher education$39,440
Psychology$33,003

Also offered (no earnings published yet): Bible/Biblical Studies, Biology, Clinical laboratory science, Communication studies, Criminal justice, English, History, Kinesiology and exercise science, Liberal arts, Management science, Mathematics, Music, Pre-health, Programming, Religious Music and Worship, Romance languages, Secondary education, Visual and performing arts, Writing and rhetoric.

What students study most

Share of bachelor’s degrees by field, first majors in 2023–24 (IPEDS).

FieldShare of degrees
Education27%
Parks, recreation and fitness20%
Business20%
Psychology9%
Theology and religious studies6%

Campus facts

School colors
SettingRural
Part-time undergraduates4%
Undergraduates aged 25 and older4%
On-campus room and board (per year)$9,820
SportsNAIA · Southern States Athletic Conference
Students per faculty member13 to 1
Disability servicesVisit the office’s pageThe college’s own page
Faculty who are full-time75%College Scorecard, fall 2023
Endowment per student$27,210IPEDS, 2023, per student
Dorm spaceFor about 38% of studentsBeds per undergraduate; not who lives on campus
Nearest airport with airline serviceFrederick W. Smith International Airport (MEM)About 60 miles away · about 1 hour 30 minutes by car
Town population1,232Census, 2020–2024
Nearest city of 250,000 people or moreMemphisAbout 61 miles away · about 1 hour 30 minutes by car
Typical weather39°F in January · 79°F in JulyNOAA, 1991–2020, from Ripley, MS, about 6 miles away

Federal data (IPEDS and College Scorecard), except school colors. None of this changes the faith grades.

Campus safety reports

On-campus crimes reported in 2024, per 1,000 students.

CategoryThis campusU.S. rate
Rape0.000.07
Robbery0.000.01
Aggravated assault0.000.04
Burglary0.000.08
Motor vehicle theft0.000.15

Numbers reflect what each campus reported. They differ with campus size and how reporting is done, so compare with care. U.S. rate: total reported offenses divided by total students at every institution in the report.

Source: Official data: U.S. Department of Education

Questions families ask

Is Blue Mountain Christian University a Christian college?
Yes. Blue Mountain Christian University is a Christian college. Its sponsor is Mississippi Baptist Convention.
What is Blue Mountain Christian University’s Compass Score?
Compass grade C+: Solid. It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.

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About this school’s data
  • IPEDS unit ID 175430
  • Carnegie classification: Baccalaureate college (diverse fields)
  • Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges d.b.a. Commission on Colleges and Universities (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
  • Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Southern Baptist
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