Tri-State Bible College

506 Margaret St
South Point, OH 45680
Top-Ranked (2026): View Rankings
  • The mission of the Tri-State Bible College is “Training faithful servants for tomorrow—Today,” by offering a Biblically oriented program which provides for a thorough knowledge of the Bible and for the ability to use effectively the Word of God in Christian living and Christian service. The Curriculum at Tri-State Bible College is offered under three programs designed to meet the Christian Education needs of each individual.

School Highlights

Tri-State Bible College serves 21 students (10% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the state community college average of 31:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 38%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 21 students
  • Private-state tuition: $7,700
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
  • Minority enrollment: 75%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Tri-State Bible College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five years.
Tri-State Bible College
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
10 staff
24 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Tri-State Bible College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Tri-State Bible College diversity score of 0.75 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has declined by 9% over five years.
Total Enrollment
21 students
565 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
31:1
# Full-Time Students
2 students
342 students
# Part-Time Students
19 students
270 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
17 students
565 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2 students
342 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
15 students
356 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
4 students
4 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
n/a
% Asian
10%
3%
% Hispanic
1%
6%
% Black
2%
16%
% White
25%
62%
% Hawaiian
25%
n/a
% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Non Resident races
34%
1%
Diversity Score
0.75
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years) (Year 2023)
100%
27%

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $7,700 is less than the state average of $13,994. The private state tuition has declined by 15% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$7,700
$13,994
Tuition Notes
$350 per credit hour
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
91%
Acceptance Rate
100%
75%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Rex Howe, President of Tri-State Bible College -
    • Don Smith, Alumnus, Missionary, Pastor -

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Tri-State Bible College cost?
Tri-State Bible College's private state tuition is approximately $7,700.
What is the acceptance rate of Tri-State Bible College?
The acceptance rate of Tri-State Bible College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 75%.
Who are famous alumni from Tri-State Bible College?
Tri-State Bible College famous alumni include: Rex Howe, President of Tri-State Bible College and Don Smith, Alumnus, Missionary, Pastor.
What is Tri-State Bible College's ranking?
Tri-State Bible College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Ohio for: Diversity in US community colleges, Average community college minority breakdown and Percent of students receiving financial aid.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 21 students
  • Private-state tuition: $7,700
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
  • Minority enrollment: 75%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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