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Grace School of Theology

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Grace School of Theology

Conroe, TX · Private nonprofit · 4-year

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Grace School of Theology is an evangelical Christian institution in The Woodlands, Texas, offering a 120-credit Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies alongside certificate, diploma and associate programs and graduate study. Its published pages describe a Bible-centered curriculum, a doctrinal statement and Student Discipleship Groups; no weekly chapel, worship or prayer schedule.

Academic Excellence

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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 staff member (Director of Discipleship) on the public pages.)
  • Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizations: Many (Discipleship Groups run for students in several language groups across programs.)
  • Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian mission: Yes (A Director of Discipleship leads the college's student spiritual formation work.)
  • Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students: 3 or more courses (Counted from the BABS published required courses: three foundational theology courses plus the Bible exposition and systematic theology sequence. Not counted again under T3.)
  • Required courses include study of the Old and New Testaments: Required of all students (Old Testament (Pentateuch, History of Israel, Prophetic and Poetic Books) and New Testament (Life of Christ, Pauline Epistles, Acts, Romans, General Epistles) courses are required of all BABS students.)
  • Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses required: None required (The full catalog is not public.)
  • Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy): Yes (The college-wide educational philosophy describes a Bible-centered curriculum.)
  • Bible, theology or ministry major offered: Yes
  • A published statement of faith: Yes
  • Cross-cultural or global ministry programs: Some (International extension sites for ministry training; no separate cross-cultural trip program found.)
N/AWorship and chapel: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Worship and chapel

Not enough information · 0 of 7 found

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Chapel services during the weekNot 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.
    Chapel attendance expected of studentsNot 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.
    Student 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.
    Prayer opportunities (prayer rooms, prayer groups, days or weeks of prayer)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.
    Campus pastors or chaplains serving studentsNot 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.
    A chapel or worship space on campusNot 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 chapel, worship and prayerNot enough information: no verified chapel or worship times are recorded.
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

90 of 100 points · 6 of 6 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 (Counted from the BABS published required courses: three foundational theology courses plus the Bible exposition and systematic theology sequence. Not counted again under T3.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (BABS) | Grace School of Theologygsot.edu/programs/babs · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (BABS) is a 120-credit biblical studies bachelor degree offering in-depth training in Scripture, theology, and ministry.”
      The college offers a 120-credit Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies, a Bible-focused major.
      “RS-210 Research Writing & Technology 3 TH-300 The Life of the Believer 3 TH-310 Principles of Biblical Interpretation 3 TH-330 Doctrine of Salvation 3”
      Required foundational courses for the BABS include three theology courses (The Life of the Believer, Principles of Biblical Interpretation, Doctrine of Salvation).
      “BI-303 Pentateuch 3 BI-305 The History of Israel 3 BI-307 Prophetic Books 3 BI-309 Poetic Books 3 BI-340 The Life of Christ 3 BI-342 Pauline Epistles (less Romans) 3 BI-343 Acts 3 BI-344 Romans 3 BI-346 General Epistles and Revelation 3”
      Required Bible Exposition courses cover the Pentateuch, the history of Israel and the prophetic and poetic books of the Old Testament, and the Gospels, Acts and Epistles of the New Testament.
  • 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 (Pentateuch, History of Israel, Prophetic and Poetic Books) and New Testament (Life of Christ, Pauline Epistles, Acts, Romans, General Epistles) courses are required of all BABS students.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (BABS) | Grace School of Theologygsot.edu/programs/babs · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “BI-303 Pentateuch 3 BI-305 The History of Israel 3 BI-307 Prophetic Books 3 BI-309 Poetic Books 3 BI-340 The Life of Christ 3 BI-342 Pauline Epistles (less Romans) 3 BI-343 Acts 3 BI-344 Romans 3 BI-346 General Epistles and Revelation 3”
      Required Bible Exposition courses cover the Pentateuch, the history of Israel and the prophetic and poetic books of the Old Testament, and the Gospels, Acts and Epistles of the New Testament.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses requiredNone required (The full catalog is not public.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (BABS) | Grace School of Theologygsot.edu/programs/babs · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “EN-103 English Composition 1 3 HI- 203 Early Church History 3 CM-103 Communication Skills 3 PH-201 Introduction to Philosophy 3 PH-202 Introduction to Apologetics 3”
      The published general education core for the BABS lists no course described as Christian worldview or faith and learning.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy)Yes (The college-wide educational philosophy describes a Bible-centered curriculum.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Educational Philosophy | Grace School of Theologygsot.edu/educational-philosophy · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Our Christian philosophy is reflected in the Bible-centered curriculum taught by well-trained and dedicated Christian professors.”
      The college's educational philosophy says its curriculum is Bible-centered across its programs.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Bible, theology or ministry major offeredYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (BABS) | Grace School of Theologygsot.edu/programs/babs · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “The Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (BABS) is a 120-credit biblical studies bachelor degree offering in-depth training in Scripture, theology, and ministry.”
      The college offers a 120-credit Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies, a Bible-focused major.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    A published statement of faithYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Doctrinal Statement | Grace School of Theologygsot.edu/doctrinal-statement · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “We believe that the words of the Bible, the 66 books of the Old and New Testaments, are “God-breathed.””
      The college publishes a doctrinal statement, beginning with its view of the Bible.
N/AChristian community: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Christian community

Not enough information · 3 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 named spiritual-life staff member (Director of Discipleship) on the public pages.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Discipleship and Mentoring | Grace School of Theologygsot.edu/student-discipleship · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Dr. Steve Norris Director of Discipleship”
      The college names a Director of Discipleship who leads its student discipleship ministry.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Retreats or spiritual emphasis weeks each yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizationsMany (Discipleship Groups run for students in several language groups across programs.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Discipleship and Mentoring | Grace School of Theologygsot.edu/student-discipleship · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Students in our English, Spanish, Korean, Nepali, and other language groups—across undergraduate and graduate programs—participate in Discipleship Groups during designated discipleship modules.”
      Student Discipleship Groups run in several language groups for undergraduate and graduate students.
  • 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.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Help finding a local church (church fairs, rides, partner churches)Not 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 (A Director of Discipleship leads the college's student spiritual formation work.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Discipleship and Mentoring | Grace School of Theologygsot.edu/student-discipleship · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Dr. Steve Norris Director of Discipleship”
      The college names a Director of Discipleship who leads its student discipleship ministry.
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 · 1 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.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Missions trips offered to studentsNot 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.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Cross-cultural or global ministry programsSome (International extension sites for ministry training; no separate cross-cultural trip program found.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Locations | Grace School of Theologygsot.edu/locations · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “International Extension Sites Panama City, Panama Sun Tower Mall #75, Avenida Panama City, Panama Metro Manila, Philippines”
      The college runs international extension sites, including in Panama and the Philippines, for ministry training.
  • 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

  • The bachelor's degree requires Old and New Testament study and several theology courses.
    Sources (1)
    1. Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (BABS) | Grace School of Theologygsot.edu/programs/babs · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “RS-210 Research Writing & Technology 3 TH-300 The Life of the Believer 3 TH-310 Principles of Biblical Interpretation 3 TH-330 Doctrine of Salvation 3”
      Required foundational courses for the BABS include three theology courses (The Life of the Believer, Principles of Biblical Interpretation, Doctrine of Salvation).
      “BI-303 Pentateuch 3 BI-305 The History of Israel 3 BI-307 Prophetic Books 3 BI-309 Poetic Books 3 BI-340 The Life of Christ 3 BI-342 Pauline Epistles (less Romans) 3 BI-343 Acts 3 BI-344 Romans 3 BI-346 General Epistles and Revelation 3”
      Required Bible Exposition courses cover the Pentateuch, the history of Israel and the prophetic and poetic books of the Old Testament, and the Gospels, Acts and Epistles of the New Testament.
  • A doctrinal statement is published, beginning with the college's view of the Bible.
    Sources (1)
    1. Doctrinal Statement | Grace School of Theologygsot.edu/doctrinal-statement · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “We believe that the words of the Bible, the 66 books of the Old and New Testaments, are “God-breathed.””
      The college publishes a doctrinal statement, beginning with its view of the Bible.
  • Student Discipleship Groups run in several language groups across undergraduate and graduate programs.
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Discipleship and Mentoring | Grace School of Theologygsot.edu/student-discipleship · verified Oct. 20, 2026
      “Students in our English, Spanish, Korean, Nepali, and other language groups—across undergraduate and graduate programs—participate in Discipleship Groups during designated discipleship modules.”
      Student Discipleship Groups run in several language groups for undergraduate and graduate students.

Concerns

None recorded.

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Campus ministry

Sources (1)
  1. Student Discipleship and Mentoring | Grace School of Theologygsot.edu/student-discipleship · verified Oct. 20, 2026
    “Students in our English, Spanish, Korean, Nepali, and other language groups—across undergraduate and graduate programs—participate in Discipleship Groups during designated discipleship modules.”
    Student Discipleship Groups run in several language groups for undergraduate and graduate students.
    “Dr. Steve Norris Director of Discipleship”
    The college names a Director of Discipleship who leads its student discipleship ministry.

Christian clubs and student life

1 groups and regular activities · 0 on campus, 0 off campus, 1 location not published

Clubs and groups 1

  • Student Discipleship Groups
    Discipleship Groups in English, Spanish, Korean, Nepali and other language groups during designated discipleship modules.
    gsot.edu

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

Cost and value

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

Undergraduate students
Fall enrollment (IPEDS)
220
Men and women
College Scorecard, fall 2023
Men 61% · Women 39%
Total students593
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$11,881
Cost of attendance (per year)$11,881
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
100%
First-year retention100%
Application fee
IPEDS, 2023–24
$55
Students receiving Pell grants6%

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).

FieldShare of degrees
Theology and religious studies100%

Campus facts

SettingCity
Part-time undergraduates96%
Undergraduates aged 25 and older83%
Students per faculty member12 to 1
Faculty who are full-time20%College Scorecard, fall 2023
Nearest airport with airline serviceGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)About 17 miles away
Town population102,360Census, 2020–2024
Nearest city of 250,000 people or moreHoustonAbout 29 miles away
Typical weather52°F in January · 85°F in JulyNOAA, 1991–2020, from Conroe, TX, about 9 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.

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

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About this school’s data
  • IPEDS unit ID 481401
  • Carnegie classification: Special focus: faith-related institution
  • Accreditation: Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools; Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools, Accreditation Commission (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
  • Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Interdenominational
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