
Christian college
#24 Best test-optional Christian colleges in AmericaEmmaus Bible College
Dubuque, IA · Private nonprofit · 4-year · Mennonite and Brethren
Real cost
Average price after aid $13,186 a year
Median debt at graduation: $15,750 (all students)
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Emmaus University (Dubuque, Iowa) requires full-time undergraduates to attend chapel four times a week and places a Bible and theology core in every bachelor's major.
Faith life at a glance
A week at Emmaus Bible College
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- 10:20AMChapel
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- 10:20AMChapel
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- 10:20AMChapel
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- 10:20AMChapel
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Times as the college publishes them. Check before you plan a visit.
In the college’s own words
Source: emmaus.edu“Our mission as a biblical higher education community is to glorify God by educating and equipping learners to impact the world for Christ through faithful and effective service in their ministries, professions, and communities.”
Source: emmaus.edu“Campus Community Groups seek to create an atmosphere for spiritual growth through accountability, prayer, open discussion, and loving community.”
Source: emmaus.edu“Corporate chapel convenes in the Glock Auditorium on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 10:20 a.m.”
Questions students ask
Do I have to go to chapel?
Undergraduate students are required to attend chapel, with eight absences each semester permitted.
Source: emmaus.eduWhat's a normal week?
Corporate chapel meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10:20 a.m. On Thursdays at 10:20 a.m., students meet by residence floor for chapel.
Source: emmaus.eduWhere do I find community?
Campus Community Groups, led by faculty and fellow students, meet once a week for the school year.
Source: emmaus.eduCan I serve or go on mission trips?
The Intercultural Studies Department sponsors faculty-led teams that travel abroad for two to four weeks in the summer to give students missions exposure.
Source: emmaus.eduRankings
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Academic Excellence
Each measure counts for the share shown.
- Graduation rate 35% of scoreThis measure counts for 35% of the Academic Excellence score.83%
- First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.83%
- Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.SAT 1,161 · ACT 25.5
- Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.8 to 1
- Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$8,352
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.
Worship and chapel
69 of 100 points · 6 of 7 found
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Chapel services during the week3 or more a week (Four chapel meetings a week: Monday, Wednesday and Friday in the Glock Auditorium, plus Thursday floor chapel by residence floor (recorded as 3 or more a week).)
Sources (2)
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Chapel Attendanceemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Chapel is held four times a week, Mon, Wed, Thurs, and Fri and is required for all full-time students (12 credits or more).”
- Spiritual Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Corporate chapel convenes in the Glock Auditorium on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 10:20 a.m.”
“each Thursday at 10:20am, students will meet by residence floors for chapel. Under the leadership of the floor RA, these meetings normally include a time of fellowship, prayer, and Bible study.”
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Chapel Attendanceemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Chapel attendance expected of studentsRequired, with a set number of services each term (Required for full-time students, with eight absences permitted each semester.)
Sources (2)
- Spiritual Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Undergraduate students are required to attend chapel with eight absences each semester permitted.”
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Chapel Attendanceemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Chapel is held four times a week, Mon, Wed, Thurs, and Fri and is required for all full-time students (12 credits or more).”
- Spiritual Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Student worship nights or praise servicesNow and then (Student chaplains plan worship and prayer nights.)
Sources (1)
- Campus Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/campus-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“The group helps organize 2 Focus chapels each semster, plan worship and prayer nights and seek to care for those on campus through pastoral care.”
- Campus Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/campus-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Partly: 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 (Campus community groups meet weekly for the school year and include prayer. Thursday floor chapel includes prayer.)
Sources (2)
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Campus Community Groupsemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Led by faculty and fellow students, under the direction of the Associate Dean for Student Engagement, the groups start in the fall and meet once a week for the duration of the school year at a time designated by the group.”
“Campus Community Groups seek to create an atmosphere for spiritual growth through accountability, prayer, open discussion, and loving community.”
- Spiritual Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“each Thursday at 10:20am, students will meet by residence floors for chapel. Under the leadership of the floor RA, these meetings normally include a time of fellowship, prayer, and Bible study.”
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Campus Community Groupsemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Campus pastors or chaplains serving studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.A chapel or worship space on campusYes
Sources (1)
- Student Services | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/student-services · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“The main building includes classrooms, the Marble Chapel, the David A. Glock Auditorium”
- Student Services | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/student-services · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Published weekly schedule of chapel, worship and prayer3 or 4 times a week (4 weekly times documented: 4 chapel, 0 worship night, 0 prayer.)Computed from the verified chapel services, worship nights and prayer times listed on the college's page (each day a time is offered counts once).
Bible and theology
96 of 100 points · 6 of 6 found
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students3 or more courses (Counted the Bible/Theology courses every bachelor's major takes: BT 102, 104, 106, 120, 151, 220, 320 and 352 (eight required) plus two of three theology electives, excluding HUM 111 and ICS 104. Biblical Studies and some other majors take all three electives.)
Sources (1)
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Major in Bible/Theologyemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“The Bible/Theology major is the biblical component of every major other than Biblical Studies and of the concurrent-enrollment degree programs at Emmaus University.”
“Old Testament Survey 1 (BT 102) Old Testament Survey 2 (BT 104) New Testament Survey (BT 106) Introduction to Biblical Interpretation (BT 120) Survey of Doctrine (BT 151)”
“Two out the three theology courses option applies only to majors other than Biblical Studies, Counseling Psychology, Educational Ministries, Intercultural Studies”
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Major in Bible/Theologyemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Required courses include study of the Old and New TestamentsRequired of all students (Old Testament Survey 1 and 2 and the New Testament Survey are required of every bachelor's major in the Bible/Theology core.)
Sources (1)
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Major in Bible/Theologyemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Old Testament Survey 1 (BT 102) Old Testament Survey 2 (BT 104) New Testament Survey (BT 106) Introduction to Biblical Interpretation (BT 120) Survey of Doctrine (BT 151)”
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Major in Bible/Theologyemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses required1 course (Christian Life and Worldview (HUM 111) is the one worldview course. ICS 104 Missions and Evangelism is not counted.)
Sources (1)
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Major in Bible/Theologyemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Bible-related courses (HUM 111 Christian Life and Worldview and ICS 104 Missions and Evangelism) (6 credits)”
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Major in Bible/Theologyemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy)Yes
Sources (1)
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Educational Philosophyemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“The direct study of the Bible is part of every academic program at Emmaus. This is educationally significant not only in Bible and theology coursework but also in general education, ministry and professional studies”
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Educational Philosophyemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Bible, theology or ministry major offeredYes
Sources (1)
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Biblical Studies (BS)emmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“The Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies is a four-year program of study designed to equip graduates with thorough knowledge of the Bible and Christian theology.”
“The Bible/Theology major is the biblical component of every major other than Biblical Studies and of the concurrent-enrollment degree programs at Emmaus University.”
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Biblical Studies (BS)emmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.A published statement of faithYes
Sources (1)
- Doctrinal Statement | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/doctrinal-statement · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“The Bible is inspired of God, inerrant in the original documents and of final authority in all matters of faith and practice.”
- Doctrinal Statement | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/doctrinal-statement · verified Oct. 20, 2026
Christian community
75 of 100 points · 4 of 7 found
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Spiritual life staff (pastors, ministers and professional staff)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Retreats or spiritual emphasis weeks each yearOne or two (Two required conferences each year: Spiritual Emphasis Week and Christian Ministry Seminars. The annual Iron Sharpens Iron conference is open to adults and is not counted.)
Sources (1)
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Chapel Attendanceemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“there are two required conferences each year listed below as Spiritual Emphasis Week and Christian Ministry Seminars.”
“Spiritual Emphasis Week is a long-standing tradition at Emmaus where time is set aside at the beginning of each fall semester”
“Christian Ministries Seminar takes place each February to showcase and challenge students to consider summer and full-time ministry”
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Chapel Attendanceemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizationsA few (Campus community groups, Student Missionary Fellowship and the student chaplaincy are the listed student groups.)
Sources (2)
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Campus Community Groupsemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Led by faculty and fellow students, under the direction of the Associate Dean for Student Engagement, the groups start in the fall and meet once a week for the duration of the school year at a time designated by the group.”
“Student Missionary Fellowship (SMF) promotes a passion for student involvement in the Great Commission through prayer, reports”
- Spiritual Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Below are just a few of the ministries that our students are often involved in. Almost Home The Clarity Clinic Local AWANA Clubs Opening Doors”
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Campus Community Groupsemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Not enough information: 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.
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Faith life in residence halls (hall Bible studies, resident ministry leaders)In every hall (Thursday floor chapel is held by residence floor, led by the floor RA, with Bible study and prayer.)
Sources (1)
- Spiritual Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“each Thursday at 10:20am, students will meet by residence floors for chapel. Under the leadership of the floor RA, these meetings normally include a time of fellowship, prayer, and Bible study.”
- Spiritual Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Help finding a local church (church fairs, rides, partner churches)Yes
Sources (2)
- Spiritual Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Therefore, Emmaus requires all students to become involved in a local evangelical church.”
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Church Attendanceemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“If you need assistance in finding a church, please see the Associate Dean for Student Engagement.”
- Spiritual Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Not enough information: 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.
Missions and service
85 of 100 points · 6 of 6 found
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Service or outreach officeYes (Counted the Servant Leader Training program, a required service program with set service hours.)
Sources (2)
- Spiritual Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Through its academic and student development programs, Emmaus purposes to develop servant-leaders, equipped for service, ministry, and professional life.”
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Servant Leader Trainingemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“SLT provides students with the opportunity to apply their learning in service of others through completion of 30 hours of service for each required unit.”
- Spiritual Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Service hours or service-learning in the curriculumRequired of all students (Servant Leader Training courses (CCS 115 and CCS 120) are part of the Bible/Theology core; each required unit includes 30 hours of service.)
Sources (1)
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Bible/Theology major requirementsemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Servant Leader Training Seminar (CCS 115)”
“SLT provides students with the opportunity to apply their learning in service of others through completion of 30 hours of service for each required unit.”
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Bible/Theology major requirementsemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Missions trips offered to studentsSome (Faculty-led summer teams travel abroad for 2 to 4 weeks.)
Sources (1)
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Summer Missions Exposure Teamsemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“The Intercultural Studies Department sponsors faculty-led teams that travel abroad for 2-4 weeks in the summer to give students missions exposure and cross-cultural experience.”
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Summer Missions Exposure Teamsemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Partnerships with local churches and ministries for serviceSome (Four named local ministries are listed.)
Sources (1)
- Spiritual Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Below are just a few of the ministries that our students are often involved in. Almost Home The Clarity Clinic Local AWANA Clubs Opening Doors”
- Spiritual Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Cross-cultural or global ministry programsMany (Intercultural Studies major, a semester-long overseas internship and the summer teams.)
Sources (2)
- Intercultural Studies | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/ics · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“ICS includes a semester-long internship overseas where you will serve with the guidance of an experienced missionary.”
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Summer Missions Exposure Teamsemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“The Intercultural Studies Department sponsors faculty-led teams that travel abroad for 2-4 weeks in the summer to give students missions exposure and cross-cultural experience.”
- Intercultural Studies | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/ics · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Service explicitly rooted in the Christian missionYes
Sources (1)
- Our Distinctives | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/distinctives · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Our mission as a biblical higher education community is to glorify God by educating and equipping learners to impact the world for Christ through faithful and effective service in their ministries, professions, and communities.”
- Our Distinctives | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/distinctives · verified Oct. 20, 2026
Strengths
- Chapel is held four times a week and is required of full-time students.
Sources (2)
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Chapel Attendanceemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Chapel is held four times a week, Mon, Wed, Thurs, and Fri and is required for all full-time students (12 credits or more).”
- Spiritual Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Undergraduate students are required to attend chapel with eight absences each semester permitted.”
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Chapel Attendanceemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- The Bible and theology core, including Old and New Testament surveys, is part of every bachelor's major except Biblical Studies.
Sources (1)
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Major in Bible/Theologyemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“The Bible/Theology major is the biblical component of every major other than Biblical Studies and of the concurrent-enrollment degree programs at Emmaus University.”
“Old Testament Survey 1 (BT 102) Old Testament Survey 2 (BT 104) New Testament Survey (BT 106) Introduction to Biblical Interpretation (BT 120) Survey of Doctrine (BT 151)”
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Major in Bible/Theologyemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- The catalog states that direct study of the Bible is part of every academic program, including general education.
Sources (1)
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Educational Philosophyemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“The direct study of the Bible is part of every academic program at Emmaus. This is educationally significant not only in Bible and theology coursework but also in general education, ministry and professional studies”
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Educational Philosophyemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Students are asked to attend a local evangelical church, and the college helps students find one.
Sources (2)
- Spiritual Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Therefore, Emmaus requires all students to become involved in a local evangelical church.”
- Academic Catalog 2026-2027, Church Attendanceemmaus.edu/sites/default/files/2026-05/academic-catalog-for-2026-2027-%28final.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“If you need assistance in finding a church, please see the Associate Dean for Student Engagement.”
- Spiritual Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
Concerns
- The student chaplains are students.
Sources (1)
- Campus Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/campus-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“The group helps organize 2 Focus chapels each semster, plan worship and prayer nights and seek to care for those on campus through pastoral care.”
- Campus Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/campus-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Worship and prayer nights are planned.
Sources (1)
- Campus Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/campus-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“The group helps organize 2 Focus chapels each semster, plan worship and prayer nights and seek to care for those on campus through pastoral care.”
- Campus Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/campus-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
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Campus ministry home
Spiritual Life, Emmaus University (Marble Chapel and Glock Auditorium)
- Address: 2570 Asbury Road, Dubuque, IA 52001
- Location: On campus
- Facilities: Marble Chapel, David A. Glock Auditorium (corporate chapel)
Source: emmaus.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026, emmaus.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026
Campus ministry
Sources (1)
- Spiritual Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Corporate chapel convenes in the Glock Auditorium on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 10:20 a.m.”
“Below are just a few of the ministries that our students are often involved in. Almost Home The Clarity Clinic Local AWANA Clubs Opening Doors”
Christian clubs and student life
7 groups and regular activities · 2 on campus, 2 off campus, 3 location not published
Service 2
- Local ministry serviceOff campusStudents are often involved in Almost Home, The Clarity Clinic, Local AWANA Clubs and Opening Doors.
- Summer missions exposure teamsOff campusSummer, 2 to 4 weeksFaculty-led teams from the Intercultural Studies department that travel abroad.
Faith formation 2
- Student ChaplaincyOn campusOrganizes focus chapels and events through the school year.
- Christian Ministries SeminarEach FebruaryRequired seminar on summer and full-time ministry opportunities.
Retreats 1
- Spiritual Emphasis WeekOn campusBeginning of each fall semesterRequired campus-wide spiritual emphasis week.
Clubs and groups 2
- Campus Community GroupsOnce a week during the school year, at a time each group setsSmall groups led by students and mentored by faculty and staff, for scripture study and discussion.
- Student Missionary FellowshipPromotes student involvement in missions through prayer, reports and special programs.
Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the church. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.
Chapel, worship and prayer
Confirm with the campus ministry
Chapel 2
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday10:20 AMGlock Auditorium · Corporate chapel, from the official Spiritual Life page.
- Thursday10:20 AMResidence floors · Floor chapel, held by residence floor.
Times come only from official campus ministry, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 20, 2026.
Sources for these times (1)
- Spiritual Life | Emmaus Universityemmaus.edu/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Corporate chapel convenes in the Glock Auditorium on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 10:20 a.m.”
“each Thursday at 10:20am, students will meet by residence floors for chapel. Under the leadership of the floor RA, these meetings normally include a time of fellowship, prayer, and Bible study.”
Plan a campus visit Chapel and worship times for your dates, questions to ask, and a calendar button.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly price after grants and scholarships, for students who receive federal aid.
| Family income | Price after aid |
|---|---|
| Up to $30,000 | |
| $30,001–$48,000 | |
| $48,001–$75,000 | |
| $75,001–$110,000 | |
| Over $110,000 |
Full cost of attendance before aid: $30,971 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) | 197 |
|---|---|
| Men and women College Scorecard, fall 2023 | Men 53% · Women 47% |
| Total students | 197 |
| Average net price (per year) After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid | $13,186 |
| Cost of attendance (per year) | $30,971 |
| Median federal debt at graduation | $15,750 |
| Graduation rate First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time | 83% |
| Borrowers paying down their loans within 3 years College Scorecard, within 3 years | 84% |
| First-year retention | 83% |
| Median earnings 10 years after entry | $42,631 |
| Admission rate | 60% |
| Application fee IPEDS, 2023–24 | No application fee |
| Typical rent HUD fair market rent, FY2026 | About $841 a month for a one-bedroom |
| Students receiving Pell grants | 43% |
| Average SAT | 1161 |
|---|---|
| SAT reading & writing | 570–690 |
| SAT math | 550–630 |
| ACT composite | 21–30 |
| Test policy | Considered but not required |
Value index: 77 / 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.
What students study most
Share of bachelor’s degrees by field, first majors in 2023–24 (IPEDS).
| Field | Share of degrees |
|---|---|
| Theology and religious studies | |
| Business | |
| Computer and information sciences | |
| Education | |
| Psychology |
Campus facts
| Setting | City |
|---|---|
| Part-time undergraduates | 10% |
| Undergraduates aged 25 and older | 10% |
| On-campus room and board (per year) | $9,600 |
| Students per faculty member | 8 to 1 |
| Undergraduates registered with the disability office | About 6%IPEDS, 2023–24 |
| Disability services | Visit the office’s pageThe college’s own page |
| Faculty who are full-time | 64%College Scorecard, fall 2023 |
| Endowment per student | $7,877IPEDS, 2023, per student |
| Nearest airport with airline service | The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)About 67 miles away · about 1 hour 50 minutes by car |
| Nearest major airport | General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)About 146 miles away |
| Town population | 59,174Census, 2020–2024 |
| Nearest city of 250,000 people or more | MadisonAbout 76 miles away · about 2 hours by car |
| Typical weather | 19°F in January · 74°F in JulyNOAA, 1991–2020, from Dubuque L&d 11, IA, about 4 miles away |
Federal data (IPEDS and College Scorecard). None of this changes the faith grades.
Campus safety reports
On-campus crimes reported in 2024, per 1,000 students.
| Category | This campus | U.S. rate |
|---|---|---|
| Rape | 0.00 | 0.07 |
| Robbery | 0.00 | 0.01 |
| Aggravated assault | 0.00 | 0.04 |
| Burglary | 0.00 | 0.08 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 0.00 | 0.15 |
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.
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Questions families ask
- Is Emmaus Bible College a Christian college?
- Yes. Emmaus Bible College is a Christian college.
- What is Emmaus Bible College’s Compass Score?
- 81 out of 100 (grade B). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
- Where is chapel held at Emmaus Bible College?
- Chapel is listed at Glock Auditorium and Residence floors. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the college’s spiritual life office before you go.
- Is Emmaus Bible College Compass Recommended?
- Yes. Emmaus Bible College meets the Compass Recommended standard for Christian identity and academics.
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About this school’s data
- IPEDS unit ID 153302
- Carnegie classification: Baccalaureate college (diverse fields)
- Accreditation: Association for Biblical Higher Education, Commission on Accreditation; Higher Learning Commission (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
- Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Plymouth Brethren
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