School Highlights
Elim Bible Institute and College serves 122 students (69% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 63%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Acceptance Rate: 98%
- Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
- 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
Debt For Students
School Overview
Elim Bible Institute and College
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Other Fields
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
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 less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has grown by 24% over five years.
Total Enrollment
122 students
953 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
84 students
528 students
# Part-Time Students
38 students
425 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
122 students
717 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
84 students
511 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
38 students
495 students
% 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
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
49%
34.48%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
75%
40%
Tuition & Financial Aid
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates (Year 2017)
$5,500
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts (Year 2017)
$5,026
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
98%
74%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Profile last updated: 04/28/2026
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 74%.
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.
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