Elim Bible Institute and College

7245 College Street
Lima, NY 14485
Top-Ranked (2026): View Rankings

School Highlights

Elim Bible Institute and College serves 122 students (69% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 63%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 122 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 98%
  • Minority enrollment: 33%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Elim Bible Institute and College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

Category
Attribute
Completion Rates

School Overview

Elim Bible Institute and College
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Other Fields
0
Institution Level
Four or more years
4
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
0
Total Faculty
n/a
43 staff

Student Body

The student population of Elim Bible Institute and College has grown by 19% over five years.
The Elim Bible Institute and College diversity score of 0.52 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 24% over five years.
Total Enrollment
122 students
953 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
24:1
# Full-Time Students
84 students
528 students
# Part-Time Students
38 students
425 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
122 students
411 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
84 students
511 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
37 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
38 students
461 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
24 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
382 students
% Asian
n/a
8%
% Hispanic
11%
23%
% Black
9%
19%
% White
67%
37%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
7%
3%
% Unknown races
2%
7%
Diversity Score
0.52
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
49%
33.74%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
75%
40%

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$5,500
$12,251
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,026
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
98%
73%
SAT Reading (Year 2017)
570
465
SAT Math (Year 2017)
530
477
SAT Writing
n/a
487
ACT Composite
n/a
21
ACT English
n/a
20
ACT Math
n/a
22
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Profile last updated:

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Elim Bible Institute and College?
The acceptance rate of Elim Bible Institute and College is 98%, which is higher than the state average of 73%.
What is Elim Bible Institute and College's ranking?
Elim Bible Institute and College ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.

Recent Articles

Community Colleges and the Creator Economy
Community Colleges and the Creator Economy
Explore how community colleges prepare students for YouTube, podcasting, content creation, and creator economy careers.
AI-Augmented Careers and Community Colleges
AI-Augmented Careers and Community Colleges
Explore AI-augmented careers and how community colleges prepare students with practical skills, credentials, and employer-aligned training.
Catholic School Marketing Strategies in Competitive Choice Markets
Catholic School Marketing Strategies in Competitive Choice Markets
Learn effective Catholic school marketing strategies for standing out in competitive school choice markets in 2026.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 122 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 98%
  • Minority enrollment: 33%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

For New York public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,715 per year for in-state students and $10,262 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $16,823 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in New York is 71%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Quick Links