Overview
The Moody Bible Institute is a school of higher education that was founded in 1886. Moody Bible focuses on Christian education including, but not limited to, biblical studies, divinity, and theology. Moody Bible has various spiritual enrichment programs, which include religious student groups and organizations, chapel services, mentor leaders, mission trips, and Founders Week, their annual Bible conference. MBI is also home to five music ensembles which play on various tours and local performances, including an annual performance as part of Candlelight Carols.
Acceptance Rate:
98%
Average Net Price:
$16,646
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
3.4
Average ACT Composite
22
Average SAT Composite
1080
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $15,786 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $15,786 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $13,410 |
| Books and Supplies | $1062 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
62%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
33%
Average Aid Per Year
$10,477
33%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,837
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$9,677
Students receiving federal aid
39%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,837
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$12,235,580
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$4,376,060
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
42%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,868
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$6,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$72
Students receiving federal loans
41%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$4,912
Average Other Loans Per Year
$10,702
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Interdenominational
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
244
Students Applied
219
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
No
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision Acceptance is binding so student must attend college if accepted. | December 1 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | March 1 | |
| Spring Regular Decision | October 1 | |
| Other | February 15 |
Application Fee
$50
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
29%
Submitting ACT
30%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 22
Average SAT Composite: 1080
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.4
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
2,216
Total Number of Undergrads
1,624
0
100
42%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
53%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
18:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- Study Abroad
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
16
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Major city
US States Represented
50
Countries Represented
55
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
28%
Student Organizations
28
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
90%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
57%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Sheepdog
School Colors
Blue & White
Varsity Athletics Association
NCCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
37
Total Female Athletes
26
Intramural Sports
5
Sports Team (Men)
- Basketball
- Soccer
Sports Team (Women)
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Moody Bible Institute Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Chicago
Detroit
Dallas
Grand Rapids
Los Angeles
Top 5 Employers
Moody Bible Institute
Starbucks
Moody Radio
Harvest Bible Chapel
Mission Aviation Fellowship
Top 5 Sectors
Community and Social Services
Business Development
Education
Operations
Media and Communication
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$6,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$72
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