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LBC University at lbc.edu

2024 Ranking and Overview

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world rank  4019

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Overview

Established in 1933, the Lancaster Bible College is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Lancaster (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Pennsylvania. Officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Lancaster Bible College (LBC) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Nondenominational religion. Lancaster Bible College (LBC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 91-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. LBC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Lancaster Bible College's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Lancaster Bible College's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Lancaster Bible College' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Lancaster Bible College's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Profile

Name
Acronym LBC
Founded 1933
Motto Make Friends - Change Lives
Colours Red and white
Mascot Charger
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Campus Location

Address 901 Eden Road
Lancaster
17601-5036 Pennsylvania
United States
Lancaster Bible College Phone Number +1 (717) 569 7071
Lancaster Bible College Fax Number +1 (717) 560 8213

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Lancaster Bible College's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Lancaster Bible College's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Lancaster Bible College's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Lancaster Bible College.

: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
25,000-29,999 US$
(22,780-27,340 Euro)
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students
25,000-29,999 US$
(22,780-27,340 Euro)
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Lancaster Bible College's admission information.

Lancaster Bible College's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Lancaster Bible College's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Lancaster Bible College a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Lancaster Bible College's acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is neither required nor recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Lancaster Bible College's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Lancaster Bible College's Admission Office Admission Office

901 Eden Road, Box 83403
Lancaster 17601-5036
(717) 569 7071
800 544 7335

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Lancaster Bible College.

Lancaster Bible College's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Lancaster Bible College has an enrollment range of 1,000-1,999 students making it a very small-sized institution.


Lancaster Bible College's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 300-399 academic employees (Faculty).


Lancaster Bible College's Control Type Control Type

Lancaster Bible College is a private higher education institution.


Lancaster Bible College's Entity Type Entity Type

Lancaster Bible College is a non-profit higher education institution.


Lancaster Bible College's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


Lancaster Bible College's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Lancaster Bible College is Christian-Nondenominational Religious Affiliation

Lancaster Bible College has a Christian-Nondenominational affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Lancaster Bible College's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Master's Colleges & Universities: Small Programs
Size & Setting Four-year, small, primarily residential institution
Enrollment Profile High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, higher part-time institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions focus, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Professional-dominant

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Lancaster Bible College's main facilities:


Lancaster Bible College's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Lancaster Bible College's Library

Lancaster Bible College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 129,262 physical volumes, 10,234 physical media, 2 digital/electronic media and 53 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 8 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. Lancaster Bible College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Lancaster Bible College's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Lancaster Bible College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 450 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Lancaster Bible College's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Lancaster Bible College's main services:


Lancaster Bible College's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Lancaster Bible College's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Lancaster Bible College's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level Source: IPDES.

Lancaster Bible College's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Lancaster Bible College's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Lancaster Bible College's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Lancaster Bible College is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1959


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Lancaster Bible College's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association for Biblical Higher Education, Commission on Accreditation
  • Association of Christian Schools International
  • Commission on Sport Management Accreditation
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • Pennsylvania Department of Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Lancaster Bible College's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
  • National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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