- 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 29 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 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 38%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Private-state tuition: $7,700
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
- Minority enrollment: 72%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Tri-State Bible College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Tri-State Bible College
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
13 staff
93 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 0.76 is more than the state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
29 students
757 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
3 students
397 students
# Part-Time Students
29 students
360 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
28 students
313 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3 students
385 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
28 students
434 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
1 students
3 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
425 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
n/a
% Asian
10%
4%
% Hispanic
1%
6%
% Black
2%
15%
% White
28%
62%
% Hawaiian
23%
2%
% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Non Resident races
32%
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
6%
Diversity Score
0.76
0.58
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
54%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
1%
22%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $7,700 is less than the state average of $14,014. The private state tuition has declined by 15% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$7,700
$14,014
Tuition Notes
$350 per credit hour
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$18,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$6,500
Acceptance Rate
100%
73%
SAT Reading
n/a
460
SAT Math
n/a
475
SAT Writing
n/a
465
ACT Composite
n/a
21
ACT English
n/a
20
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2024 (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 73%.
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 and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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