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Evangel University-College of Online Learning

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Evangel University-College of Online Learning

Springfield, MO · Private nonprofit · 4-year · Assemblies of God and Pentecostal

Real cost

Average price after aid $22,503 a year

Median debt at graduation: $24,736 (all students)

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The College of Online Learning at Evangel University requires every online bachelor's student to take three Bible courses, including Old and New Testament literature, and the university publishes its statement of faith in its catalog. Online students can arrange prayer and spiritual counsel with the director of Theology & Global Church Ministries.

Academic Excellence

B-Academic Excellence: B- (grade B-): 0 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
53 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.50%
  • First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.67%
  • Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.Not reported
  • 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.$2,438

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.

Partly researched

We have checked some of this college’s faith and campus life facts against its own official pages. There is not yet enough verified to grade them, so the findings below are what we could confirm. Anything not listed has not been confirmed yet.

  • Spiritual life staff serving online students (pastors, ministers and professional staff): 1 to 2 (One named office is listed: the director of Theology & Global Church Ministries (1 staff position).)
  • Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian mission: Yes
  • Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students: 3 or more courses (The College of Online Learning core lists BIBLA 111 Essential Christianity, BIBLA 115 and BIBLA 116 (three courses) for bachelor's degrees. This is the online college's own core; the day college's core is not used.)
  • Required courses include study of the Old and New Testaments: Required of all students (Old Testament Literature (BIBLA 115) and New Testament Literature (BIBLA 116) are both required of all online bachelor's students.)
  • Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy): Yes
  • A published statement of faith: Yes
N/AOnline worship and prayer: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Online worship and prayer

Not enough information · 0 of 5 found

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Online chapel or worship services during the week (live or recorded, with a schedule)Not 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.
    Online worship nights or praise servicesNot 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.
    Online prayer opportunities (prayer groups, prayer days or weeks)Not 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.
    Published weekly schedule of online chapel, worship and prayerNot enough information: no verified chapel or worship times are recorded.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Online spiritual formation: mentoring, discipleship or small groups led by staff or facultyNot enough information: not found in official sources.
ABible and theology: 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.

Bible and theology

100 of 100 points · 4 of 5 found

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students3 or more courses (The College of Online Learning core lists BIBLA 111 Essential Christianity, BIBLA 115 and BIBLA 116 (three courses) for bachelor's degrees. This is the online college's own core; the day college's core is not used.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Evangel University 2026-2027 Catalog: College of Online Learning Undergraduate Core Curriculumevangel.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/20262027-catalog_9-10-26.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Bible: BIBLA 115 and BIBLA 116”
      Old Testament and New Testament literature are required core courses for College of Online Learning bachelor's degrees.
      “BIBLA 111: Essential Christianity”
      Essential Christianity is one of the three required Bible courses in the College of Online Learning core.
  • 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 Literature (BIBLA 115) and New Testament Literature (BIBLA 116) are both required of all online bachelor's students.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Evangel University 2026-2027 Catalog: College of Online Learning Undergraduate Core Curriculumevangel.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/20262027-catalog_9-10-26.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Bible: BIBLA 115 and BIBLA 116”
      Old Testament and New Testament literature are required core courses for College of Online Learning bachelor's degrees.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses requiredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • 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)
    1. Evangel University 2026-2027 Catalog: Mission and philosophyevangel.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/20262027-catalog_9-10-26.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Biblical truth should be central and integrated into all the”
      The university's catalog states that biblical truth is to be integrated into all curricular and cocurricular experiences.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    A published statement of faithYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Evangel University 2026-2027 Catalog: Doctrinal Statementevangel.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/20262027-catalog_9-10-26.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The Assemblies of God Statement of Fundamental Truths, as”
      The university publishes a statement of faith: the Assemblies of God Statement of Fundamental Truths.
N/AChristian community online: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Christian community online

Not enough information · 2 of 4 found

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Spiritual life staff serving online students (pastors, ministers and professional staff)1 to 2 (One named office is listed: the director of Theology & Global Church Ministries (1 staff position).)
    Sources (1)
    1. COL Student Services | Evangel Universityevangel.edu/colnews/col-student-services · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Meet with our director of Theology & Global Church Ministries by scheduling a face-to-face or virtual appointment through the College of Online Learning office at 417-865-2815 ext. 8269.”
      Online students can meet with the director of Theology & Global Church Ministries for prayer or spiritual counsel, in person or virtually.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Online Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizationsNot 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.
    Faculty affirm the college's statement of faithNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian missionYes
    Sources (1)
    1. COL Student Services | Evangel Universityevangel.edu/colnews/col-student-services · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Meet with our director of Theology & Global Church Ministries by scheduling a face-to-face or virtual appointment through the College of Online Learning office at 417-865-2815 ext. 8269.”
      Online students can meet with the director of Theology & Global Church Ministries for prayer or spiritual counsel, in person or virtually.
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 · 0 of 4 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.
  • 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.
    Service explicitly rooted in the Christian missionNot enough information: not found in official sources.

Strengths

  • Every online bachelor's student takes three Bible courses, including Old and New Testament literature.
    Sources (1)
    1. Evangel University 2026-2027 Catalog: College of Online Learning Undergraduate Core Curriculumevangel.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/20262027-catalog_9-10-26.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Bible: BIBLA 115 and BIBLA 116”
      Old Testament and New Testament literature are required core courses for College of Online Learning bachelor's degrees.
      “BIBLA 111: Essential Christianity”
      Essential Christianity is one of the three required Bible courses in the College of Online Learning core.
  • The university publishes its statement of faith in its catalog.
    Sources (1)
    1. Evangel University 2026-2027 Catalog: Doctrinal Statementevangel.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/20262027-catalog_9-10-26.pdf · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The Assemblies of God Statement of Fundamental Truths, as”
      The university publishes a statement of faith: the Assemblies of God Statement of Fundamental Truths.
  • Online students can arrange prayer or spiritual counsel with a named office, face to face or virtually.
    Sources (1)
    1. COL Student Services | Evangel Universityevangel.edu/colnews/col-student-services · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Meet with our director of Theology & Global Church Ministries by scheduling a face-to-face or virtual appointment through the College of Online Learning office at 417-865-2815 ext. 8269.”
      Online students can meet with the director of Theology & Global Church Ministries for prayer or spiritual counsel, in person or virtually.

Concerns

  • Spiritual life support for online students is a single staff position.
    Sources (1)
    1. COL Student Services | Evangel Universityevangel.edu/colnews/col-student-services · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Meet with our director of Theology & Global Church Ministries by scheduling a face-to-face or virtual appointment through the College of Online Learning office at 417-865-2815 ext. 8269.”
      Online students can meet with the director of Theology & Global Church Ministries for prayer or spiritual counsel, in person or virtually.

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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

Sources (1)
  1. COL Student Services | Evangel Universityevangel.edu/colnews/col-student-services · verified Oct. 20, 2026
    “Meet with our director of Theology & Global Church Ministries by scheduling a face-to-face or virtual appointment through the College of Online Learning office at 417-865-2815 ext. 8269.”
    Online students can meet with the director of Theology & Global Church Ministries for prayer or spiritual counsel, in person or virtually.

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$21,199
$48,001–$75,000$25,109

Full cost of attendance before aid: $26,454 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)
241
Men and women
College Scorecard, fall 2023
Men 40% · Women 60%
First-generation students
College Scorecard
26%
Total students241
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$22,503
Cost of attendance (per year)$26,454
Median federal debt at graduation$24,736
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
50%
Graduation rate for Pell grant recipients
College Scorecard, within 6 years
58%
Graduation rate for first-generation students
College Scorecard, within 6 years
53%
Borrowers paying down their loans within 3 years
College Scorecard, within 3 years
65%
First-year retention67%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$46,573
Admission rate49%
Application fee
IPEDS, 2023–24
No application fee
Typical rent
HUD fair market rent, FY2026
About $883 a month for a one-bedroom
Students receiving Pell grants44%

Value index: 43 / 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$55,483

Also offered (no earnings published yet): Bible/Biblical Studies, Community Organization and Advocacy, Human services, Liberal arts.

What students study most

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

FieldShare of degrees
Business32%
Public administration and social service30%
Theology and religious studies29%
Liberal arts and general studies8%
Psychology1%

Campus facts

SettingCity
Part-time undergraduates45%
Undergraduates aged 25 and older66%
Students per faculty member8 to 1
Disability servicesVisit the office’s pageThe college’s own page
Faculty who are full-time27%College Scorecard, fall 2023
Nearest airport with airline serviceSpringfield Branson National Airport (SGF)About 7 miles away
Town population169,954Census, 2020–2024
Nearest city of 250,000 people or moreKansas CityAbout 149 miles away
Typical weather33°F in January · 78°F in JulyNOAA, 1991–2020, from Springfield Wbo, MO, about 3 miles away

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

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