Is Gods Bible School and College a Christian college?

Yes. Gods Bible School and College is a Christian college.

Where is chapel held at Gods Bible School and College?

Chapel is listed at Campus chapel. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the college’s spiritual life office before you go.

Christian college

Gods Bible School and College

Cincinnati, OH · Private nonprofit · 4-year · Other Protestant

Real cost

Average price after aid $9,329 a year

Median debt at graduation: $4,522 (all students)

Estimate your own price · the college’s net price calculator

God's Bible School and College is a college in Cincinnati, Ohio, whose mission is shaped by Wesleyan conviction and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Association for Biblical Higher Education. Chapel meets three times a week on campus, residential students attend prayer meetings every other week, and small discipleship groups meet in faculty and staff homes. The college publishes a statement of faith and offers a Bible and theology degree.

Faith life at a glance

A week at Gods Bible School and College

MonToday
- 11:00AMChapel
TueToday
No set time
WedToday
- 11:00AMChapel
ThuToday
No set time
FriToday
- 11:00AMChapel
SatToday
No set time
SunToday
No set time

No set time: Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun

Times as the college publishes them. Check before you plan a visit.

Questions students ask

What's a normal week?

Chapel meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 11:00 to 11:50, and prayer meetings are held every other Wednesday night.

Source: gbs.edu

Where do I find community?

Student-led D-Groups and Bible studies meet, and prayer rooms in the dorms are open to students.

Source: gbs.edu

Academic Excellence

63 of 100

From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

Graduation rate 35% of score40%
First-year retention 20% of score81%
Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreNot reported
Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of score9 to 1
Instructional spending per student 15% of score$10,577

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 (pastors, ministers and professional staff): 1 to 2 (One named spiritual life contact is listed on the Spiritual Life page.)
Retreats or spiritual emphasis weeks each year: One or two (Revivals are named among the campus-wide worship events.)
Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizations: A few (D-Groups, student-led Bible studies and prayer meetings are described.)
Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian mission: Yes (The Spiritual Life office has its own contact on the college's official page.)
Chapel services during the week: 3 or more a week (Chapel meets on three weekdays (Monday, Wednesday and Friday), which counts as daily under the rubric.)
Prayer opportunities (prayer rooms, prayer groups, days or weeks of prayer): Now and then (Required prayer meetings occur every other week, and prayer rooms in the residence halls are open for student use.)
A chapel or worship space on campus: Yes
Published weekly schedule of chapel, worship and prayer: 3 or 4 times a week (3 weekly times documented: 3 chapel, 0 worship night, 0 prayer.)
Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students: 3 or more courses (Two bachelor's programs were checked (Biblical and Theological Studies and Integrative Studies), each requiring 30 credits in Bible and Theology, which is ten or more courses.)
Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy): Yes
Bible, theology or ministry major offered: Yes
A published statement of faith: Yes
Cross-cultural or global ministry programs: Some (Cross-cultural ministry degree options, including a BA with a missions cognate and a BA with a missions minor, are listed.)

N/A

Worship and chapel

Not enough information · 4 of 7 found

Yes:
Chapel services during the week3 or more a week (Chapel meets on three weekdays (Monday, Wednesday and Friday), which counts as daily under the rubric.)
Sources (1)
1. Spiritual Life | Campus Life | God's Bible School and Collegegbs.edu/campus-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Chapel meets each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning from 11:00-11:50.”
  Chapel meets three weekday mornings a week.
Not enough information:
Chapel attendance expected of studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Not enough information:
Student worship nights or praise servicesNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Partly:
Prayer opportunities (prayer rooms, prayer groups, days or weeks of prayer)Now and then (Required prayer meetings occur every other week, and prayer rooms in the residence halls are open for student use.)
Sources (1)
1. Spiritual Life | Campus Life | God's Bible School and Collegegbs.edu/campus-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Prayer meetings are required in-house events that take place once every two weeks on Wednesday nights”
  Required prayer meetings take place every other Wednesday night.
  “prayer rooms located in the dorms are available for student use”
  Prayer rooms in the residence halls are open to students.
Not enough information:
Campus pastors or chaplains serving studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Yes:
A chapel or worship space on campusYes
Sources (1)
1. Spiritual Life | Campus Life | God's Bible School and Collegegbs.edu/campus-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “There are also many corporate worship events on campus that include the whole campus: chapels, revivals and other special events”
  Chapel and revivals are held on campus for the whole campus community.
  “Chapel meets each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning from 11:00-11:50.”
  Chapel meets three weekday mornings a week.
Partly:
Published weekly schedule of chapel, worship and prayer3 or 4 times a week (3 weekly times documented: 3 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

100 of 100 points · 4 of 6 found

Yes:
Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students3 or more courses (Two bachelor's programs were checked (Biblical and Theological Studies and Integrative Studies), each requiring 30 credits in Bible and Theology, which is ten or more courses.)
Sources (2)
1. Bible & Theology | God's Bible School and Collegegbs.edu/academics/degrees/biblical-theological-studies · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Bible & Theology: 30 (all 30 included below)”
  The Bible and Theology bachelor's degree requires 30 credits in Bible and Theology.
2. Integrative Studies | God's Bible School and Collegegbs.edu/integrative-studies · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Bible & Theology: 30”
  The Integrative Studies bachelor's degree requires 30 credits in Bible and Theology.
Not enough information:
Required courses include study of the Old and New TestamentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Not enough information:
Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses requiredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Yes:
Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy)Yes
Sources (1)
1. Mission, Values & Vision | God's Bible School and Collegegbs.edu/about-us/mission-values-vision · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Provide a basis for Christian faith and life by means of classroom instruction, worship services, fellowship, and Christian role models”
  The college's stated mission provides a basis for Christian faith through classroom instruction.
Yes:
Bible, theology or ministry major offeredYes
Sources (1)
1. Bible & Theology | God's Bible School and Collegegbs.edu/academics/degrees/biblical-theological-studies · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “The BA degree in Biblical & Theological Studies teaches leadership skills in essential ministry functions”
  A Bachelor of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies is offered.
Yes:
A published statement of faithYes
Sources (1)
1. Statement of Faith | God's Bible School and Collegegbs.edu/about-us/statement-of-faith · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “We believe the Bible to be the inspired, inerrant, infallible, and authoritative Word of God.”
  The college publishes a statement of faith.

Christian community

55 of 100 points · 4 of 7 found

Partly:
Spiritual life staff (pastors, ministers and professional staff)1 to 2 (One named spiritual life contact is listed on the Spiritual Life page.)
Sources (1)
1. Spiritual Life | Campus Life | God's Bible School and Collegegbs.edu/campus-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “a note from Richard Miles”
  Richard Miles writes to students on behalf of the Spiritual Life page.
Partly:
Retreats or spiritual emphasis weeks each yearOne or two (Revivals are named among the campus-wide worship events.)
Sources (1)
1. Spiritual Life | Campus Life | God's Bible School and Collegegbs.edu/campus-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “There are also many corporate worship events on campus that include the whole campus: chapels, revivals and other special events”
  Chapel and revivals are held on campus for the whole campus community.
Partly:
Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizationsA few (D-Groups, student-led Bible studies and prayer meetings are described.)
Sources (1)
1. Spiritual Life | Campus Life | God's Bible School and Collegegbs.edu/campus-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “These small groups include D-Groups and student-led Bible studies and prayer meetings”
  Small groups include D-Groups and student-led Bible studies.
Not enough information:
Faculty affirm the college's statement of faithNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Not enough information:
Faith life in residence halls (hall Bible studies, resident ministry leaders)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
Not enough information:
Help finding a local church (church fairs, rides, partner churches)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
Yes:
Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian missionYes (The Spiritual Life office has its own contact on the college's official page.)
Sources (1)
1. Spiritual Life | Campus Life | God's Bible School and Collegegbs.edu/campus-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Contact Our Office”
  The Spiritual Life office is listed as a contact point for students.

N/A

Missions and service

Not enough information · 1 of 6 found

Not enough information:
Service or outreach officeNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Not enough information:
Service hours or service-learning in the curriculumNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Not enough information:
Missions trips offered to studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Not enough information:
Partnerships with local churches and ministries for serviceNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Partly:
Cross-cultural or global ministry programsSome (Cross-cultural ministry degree options, including a BA with a missions cognate and a BA with a missions minor, are listed.)
Sources (1)
1. Intercultural Studies & World Missions | God's Bible School & Collegegbs.edu/intercultural-studies-world-missions · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Prepare for ministry across cultures through degree options from GBSC.”
  The college offers cross-cultural ministry degree options.
  “Bachelor of Arts (BA) w/Cognate in Missions – 4 year degree”
  A four-year Bachelor of Arts with a cognate in missions is offered for cross-cultural ministry.
Not enough information:
Service explicitly rooted in the Christian missionNot enough information: not found in official sources.

Strengths

Chapel is held on three weekday mornings, and the college's mission provides a basis for Christian faith through classroom instruction.
Sources (2)
1. Spiritual Life | Campus Life | God's Bible School and Collegegbs.edu/campus-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Chapel meets each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning from 11:00-11:50.”
  Chapel meets three weekday mornings a week.
2. Mission, Values & Vision | God's Bible School and Collegegbs.edu/about-us/mission-values-vision · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Provide a basis for Christian faith and life by means of classroom instruction, worship services, fellowship, and Christian role models”
  The college's stated mission provides a basis for Christian faith through classroom instruction.
Required prayer meetings, D-Groups and student-led Bible studies are described for residential students.
Sources (1)
1. Spiritual Life | Campus Life | God's Bible School and Collegegbs.edu/campus-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “These small groups include D-Groups and student-led Bible studies and prayer meetings”
  Small groups include D-Groups and student-led Bible studies.
  “Prayer meetings are required in-house events that take place once every two weeks on Wednesday nights”
  Required prayer meetings take place every other Wednesday night.
A Bible and Theology bachelor's degree is offered, and the college publishes a statement of faith.
Sources (2)
1. Statement of Faith | God's Bible School and Collegegbs.edu/about-us/statement-of-faith · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “We believe the Bible to be the inspired, inerrant, infallible, and authoritative Word of God.”
  The college publishes a statement of faith.
2. Bible & Theology | God's Bible School and Collegegbs.edu/academics/degrees/biblical-theological-studies · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “The BA degree in Biblical & Theological Studies teaches leadership skills in essential ministry functions”
  A Bachelor of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies is offered.
Cross-cultural ministry degree options, including a BA with a missions cognate, are listed on the college's site.
Sources (1)
1. Intercultural Studies & World Missions | God's Bible School & Collegegbs.edu/intercultural-studies-world-missions · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Prepare for ministry across cultures through degree options from GBSC.”
  The college offers cross-cultural ministry degree options.
  “Bachelor of Arts (BA) w/Cognate in Missions – 4 year degree”
  A four-year Bachelor of Arts with a cognate in missions is offered for cross-cultural ministry.

Concerns

None recorded.

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Campus ministry home

Spiritual Life (campus chapel and Spiritual Life office)

Address: 1810 Young Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Location: On campus
Facilities: chapel, prayer rooms in the residence halls

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Source: gbs.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026, gbs.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026, gbs.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026

Campus ministry

Spiritual Life

Sources (1)

Spiritual Life | Campus Life | God's Bible School and Collegegbs.edu/campus-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“There are also many corporate worship events on campus that include the whole campus: chapels, revivals and other special events”
Chapel and revivals are held on campus for the whole campus community.
“Contact Our Office”
The Spiritual Life office is listed as a contact point for students.

Christian clubs and student life

2 groups and regular activities · 0 on campus, 0 off campus, 2 location not published

Faith formation 2

D-Groups (Discipleship Groups)
Every other Wednesday evening from 7:00 to 8:00
Small groups of 8 to 12 students that meet in faculty and staff homes for food, fellowship and discipleship.
gbs.edu
Prayer meetings
Once every two weeks on Wednesday nights, alternating with D-Groups
Required in-house prayer meetings for residential students, often with faculty, staff and student speakers.
gbs.edu

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 1

Monday, Wednesday, Friday11:00 AM–11:50 AMCampus chapel · Chapel as published on the Spiritual Life page.

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 | Campus Life | God's Bible School and Collegegbs.edu/campus-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Chapel meets each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning from 11:00-11:50.”
Chapel meets three weekday mornings a week.

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What families pay, by income

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

Average net price by family income
Family income	Price after aid
Up to $30,000	$7,801
$30,001–$48,000	$10,728
$48,001–$75,000	$10,542
$75,001–$110,000	$8,808

Full cost of attendance before aid: $18,358 a year.

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Cost and value

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

Value and outcomes
Undergraduate students Fall enrollment (IPEDS)	417
Men and women College Scorecard, fall 2023	Men 50% · Women 50%
First-generation students College Scorecard	35%
Total students	443
Average net price (per year) After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid	$9,329
Cost of attendance (per year)	$18,358
Median federal debt at graduation	$4,522
Graduation rate First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time	40%
Borrowers paying down their loans within 3 years College Scorecard, within 3 years	62%
First-year retention	81%
Median earnings 10 years after entry	$37,722
Admission rate	75%
Application fee IPEDS, 2023–24	No application fee
Typical rent HUD fair market rent, FY2026	About $1,051 a month for a one-bedroom
Students receiving Pell grants	37%

Value index: 55 / 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).

Most common bachelor’s fields
Field	Share of degrees
Theology and religious studies	58%
Education	21%
Interdisciplinary studies	21%

Campus facts

Setting	City
Part-time undergraduates	37%
Undergraduates aged 25 and older	26%
On-campus room and board (per year)	$5,160
Study abroad	Offered
Students per faculty member	9 to 1
Faculty who are full-time	92%College Scorecard, fall 2023
Dorm space	For about 48% of studentsBeds per undergraduate; not who lives on campus
Nearest airport with airline service	Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)About 10 miles away · about 25 minutes by car
Town population	311,224Census, 2020–2024
Nearest city of 250,000 people or more	CincinnatiIn or next to this city
Typical weather	32°F in January · 76°F in JulyNOAA, 1991–2020, from Cincinnati Lunken Airport, OH, about 5 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.

On-campus crimes 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.

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

Christian churches nearby

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Is Gods Bible School and College a Christian college?: Yes. Gods Bible School and College is a Christian college.
Where is chapel held at Gods Bible School and College?: Chapel is listed at Campus chapel. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the college’s spiritual life office before you go.

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IPEDS unit ID 202903
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): Other Protestant
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