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Mid-South Christian College
Memphis, TN · Private nonprofit · 4-year
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Mid-South Christian College is a Bible college in Memphis, Tennessee, accredited by ABHE, that offers bachelor's degrees in Christian ministry, including a Cross-Cultural Missions concentration. The student life page says chapel is held once a week on Tuesday mornings and that student devotions are held weekly in the dorms.
Faith life at a glance
Questions students ask
What's a normal week?
Chapel meets once a week on Tuesday mornings, and students hold weekly devotions in the dorms.
Source: midsouthchristian.eduWhere do I find community?
Student Services offers an open-door policy for pastoral care.
Source: midsouthchristian.eduAcademic Excellence
Academic Excellence is computed for four-year colleges with at least 100 undergraduates. Seminaries, graduate-only schools, and two-year colleges are not rated.
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.
- Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizations: A few (Weekly student devotions in the dormitories (a few small groups).)
- Faith life in residence halls (hall Bible studies, resident ministry leaders): In some halls (Weekly student devotions are held in the dorms; the lower level is recorded.)
- Chapel services during the week: Once a week (Chapel is held once a week on Tuesday mornings.)
- A chapel or worship space on campus: Yes (Chapel is held on campus once a week.)
- Bible, theology or ministry major offered: Yes (Bachelor of Christian Ministry degrees (Preaching, Missions, Christian Education, Christian Leadership) are offered.)
- A published statement of faith: Yes
- Cross-cultural or global ministry programs: Some (A Bachelor of Christian Ministry/Missions concentration focuses on cross-cultural missions.)
Worship and chapel
Not enough information · 2 of 7 found
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Chapel services during the weekOnce a week (Chapel is held once a week on Tuesday mornings.)
Sources (1)
- Student Life | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/student-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Chapel is held once a week on Tuesday mornings and becomes a special time of sharing, learning, inspiration, and prayer.”
- Student Life | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/student-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.Chapel attendance expected of studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- 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.Student worship nights or praise servicesNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- 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.Prayer opportunities (prayer rooms, prayer groups, days or weeks of prayer)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
- 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 (Chapel is held on campus once a week.)
Sources (1)
- Student Life | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/student-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Chapel is held once a week on Tuesday mornings and becomes a special time of sharing, learning, inspiration, and prayer.”
- Student Life | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/student-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.Published weekly schedule of chapel, worship and prayerNot enough information: no verified chapel or worship times are recorded.
Bible and theology
Not enough information · 2 of 6 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.Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- 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.Required courses include study of the Old and New TestamentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- 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.Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses requiredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- 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.Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Bible, theology or ministry major offeredYes (Bachelor of Christian Ministry degrees (Preaching, Missions, Christian Education, Christian Leadership) are offered.)
Sources (1)
- Undergraduate Degrees | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/undergrad-degrees · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Bachelor of Christian Ministry/Preaching”
- Undergraduate Degrees | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/undergrad-degrees · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.A published statement of faithYes
Sources (1)
- Beliefs | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/beliefs · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“We believe "all Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness”
- Beliefs | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/beliefs · verified Oct. 20, 2026
Christian community
Not enough information · 2 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.
- 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.Retreats or spiritual emphasis weeks each yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizationsA few (Weekly student devotions in the dormitories (a few small groups).)
Sources (1)
- Student Life | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/student-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“We do weekly Student Devo's in the dorms”
- Student Life | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/student-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.Faculty affirm the college's statement of faithNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Faith life in residence halls (hall Bible studies, resident ministry leaders)In some halls (Weekly student devotions are held in the dorms; the lower level is recorded.)
Sources (1)
- Student Life | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/student-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“We do weekly Student Devo's in the dorms”
- Student Life | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/student-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.Help finding a local church (church fairs, rides, partner churches)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
- 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
Not enough information · 1 of 6 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.Service or outreach officeNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- 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.Service hours or service-learning in the curriculumNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- 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.Missions trips offered to studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- 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.Partnerships with local churches and ministries for serviceNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Cross-cultural or global ministry programsSome (A Bachelor of Christian Ministry/Missions concentration focuses on cross-cultural missions.)
Sources (1)
- Undergraduate Degrees | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/undergrad-degrees · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“This degree program focuses on Church Growth and Cross-Cultural Missions”
- Undergraduate Degrees | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/undergrad-degrees · 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.Service explicitly rooted in the Christian missionNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Strengths
- Chapel is held on campus each week, described as a time of prayer and learning.
Sources (1)
- Student Life | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/student-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Chapel is held once a week on Tuesday mornings and becomes a special time of sharing, learning, inspiration, and prayer.”
- Student Life | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/student-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- Weekly student devotions are held in the dorms.
Sources (1)
- Student Life | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/student-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“We do weekly Student Devo's in the dorms”
- Student Life | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/student-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- The college publishes a statement of beliefs on the Bible, God, salvation and related topics.
Sources (1)
- Beliefs | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/beliefs · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“We believe "all Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness”
- Beliefs | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/beliefs · verified Oct. 20, 2026
- A Cross-Cultural Missions concentration is offered within the Bachelor of Christian Ministry.
Sources (1)
- Undergraduate Degrees | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/undergrad-degrees · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“This degree program focuses on Church Growth and Cross-Cultural Missions”
- Undergraduate Degrees | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/undergrad-degrees · verified Oct. 20, 2026
Concerns
None recorded.
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Campus ministry home
Student Services and spiritual life
- Address: 4540 Knight Arnold Rd., Memphis, TN 38118
- Location: On campus
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Campus ministry
Sources (1)
- Student Life | MSCCmidsouthchristian.edu/student-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“We do weekly Student Devo's in the dorms”
“our Director of Student Services, John Bliffen, has an open door policy when it comes to any pastoral care and counseling you might need”
Christian clubs and student life
2 groups and regular activities · 2 on campus, 0 off campus
Faith formation 2
- ChapelOn campusTuesday mornings, once a weekA weekly time of sharing, learning, inspiration and prayer, with guest speakers and alumni.
- Student devotions in the dormsOn campusWeeklyWeekly student devotions held in the dormitories.
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 income | Price after aid |
|---|---|
| Up to $30,000 | |
| $30,001–$48,000 |
Full cost of attendance before aid: $19,201 a year.
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Cost and value
Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.
| Undergraduate students Fall enrollment (IPEDS) | 24 |
|---|---|
| Men and women Undergraduates, fall 2023 (College Scorecard) | Men 47% · Women 53% |
| First-year students from another state Of first-time students whose home is a U.S. state, fall 2023 (IPEDS) | 20% |
| Total students | 32 |
| Average net price (per year) After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid | $10,172 |
| Cost of attendance (per year) | $19,201 |
| Graduation rate First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time | 60% |
| First-year retention | 25% |
| Admission rate | 100% |
| Application fee Undergraduate application fee, 2023–24 (IPEDS) | No application fee |
| Students receiving Pell grants | 29% |
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.
Campus facts
| Setting | City |
|---|---|
| Part-time undergraduates | 11% |
| Undergraduates aged 25 and older | 58% |
| On-campus room and board (per year) | $5,000 |
| Students per faculty member | 4 to 1 |
| Endowment per student | $6,390Endowment at the end of fiscal year 2023, per full-time-equivalent student (IPEDS) |
| Nearest airport with scheduled flights | Frederick W. Smith International Airport (MEM)About 4 miles away in a straight line (OurAirports) |
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 |
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- Is Mid-South Christian College a Christian college?
- Yes. Mid-South Christian College is a Christian college.
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About this school’s data
- IPEDS unit ID 481225
- Carnegie classification: Special focus: faith-related institution
- Accreditation: Association for Biblical Higher Education, Commission on Accreditation (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
- Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Christian Churches and Churches of Christ
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