Emmaus Bible College
A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. strong 83% graduation rate; financial aid brings net price below sticker.
About This School
Emmaus Bible College is a private nonprofit institution located in Dubuque, Iowa with approximately 224 undergraduate students enrolled. Emmaus Bible College has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 60%. The average net price after financial aid is $13,186 per year. The graduation rate is 83%, and the typical graduate earns $36,800 within 10 years of enrollment.
Emmaus Bible College can refer to:Emmaus Baptist College in Brandon, Florida Emmaus Bible College (Australia) Emmaus University, formerly Emmaus Bible College (Iowa)
The numbers tell a mixed story here: the 82% graduation rate and remarkably low median debt of $9,350 are genuine strengths, and at roughly $12,900/year net price, this is an affordable option for students committed to a faith-centered Bible college experience. That said, the 70% freshman retention rate suggests a meaningful number of students leave after year one — worth asking the admissions office about directly — and median earnings of $36,800 a decade out reflect the reality that ministry and Bible-focused degrees often lead to lower-paying vocational paths. This is worth considering if you're specifically called to Christian ministry or missions and want to minimize debt, but think carefully about career outcomes if you're undecided on that path.
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Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (224 undergraduates).
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Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
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