Overview of Ecclesia College

Ecclesia College is a small, Christian, liberal arts work college situated in Springdale, Arkansas. The college’s academic program is individually focused, with a student/faculty ratio of 11 to 1, and has a strong faith-based emphasis. The institution offers bachelor’s degrees in biblical studies, business administration, Christian counseling, Christian leadership, communication ministries, music ministries, and sport management. Outside of the classroom, students will find plenty of opportunities to engage with the campus community via the university’s many clubs and organizations. The Ecclesia College Royals field men’s and women’s soccer, shooting, basketball, baseball, and softball teams competing in Division I of the National Christian College Athletic Association.

Enrollment

• Total Enrollment: 271 (269 undergraduates)
• Gender Breakdown: 55% Male/45% Female
• 87% Full-time

Cost of Attendance Information

• Tuition and Fees: $15,140
• Books: $1,400
• Room and Board: $5,810
• Other Expenses: $6,080
• Total Cost: $28,430

Financial Aid Information

• Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 100%
• Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of Aid
  • Grants: 100%
  • Loans: 64%
• Mean Amount of Aid
  • Grants: $8,281
  • Loans: $6,411

Academic Programs Offered

• Most Popular Majors: Biblical Studies, Christian Leadership, Sport Management

Retention and Graduation

• First-Year Student Retention (full-time students): 56%
• Transfer Out Rate: – %
• 4-Year Graduation Rate: 11%
• 6-Year Graduation Rate: 11%

NCAA Athletic Programs

• Men’s Sports: Basketball, Baseball, Cross Country, Soccer
• Women’s Sports: Softball, Basketball, Cross Country

Overview of Ecclesia College Admissions

Ecclesia has an acceptance rate of 40%, and admission will within reach of most hard-working high school students. Students whose SAT/ACT scores and GPA are within the institution’s requirements have a good chance of being admitted. Applicants must complete an online application, and send test scores from either the SAT or ACT and high school transcripts. Glowing recommendation letters can bolster your application, along with being involved with student organizations and attempting a challenging course load. Students with unique talents and accomplishments can still receive strong consideration even if their GPAs are outside of the admissions offices mean range. After applying, students will receive a message from an admissions counselor about the next steps of the application process. Interested students should check out the university’s website, which has helpful tips and contact information for the admissions offices.

Admissions Data                        

• Ecclesia College Acceptance Rate: 40%
• Ecclesia has test-optional admissions
• Test Scores — 25th/75th Percentile
  • SAT Critical Reading: 255/590
  • SAT Math: 245/600
  • SAT Writing: -/-
  • ACT Composite: 6/9
  • ACT English: 12/13
  • ACT Math: 10/14

Safety Net Schools: Easy to Gain Admission

If past admission data predicts that you would be a competitive candidate for Ecclesia College, then it should be easy for you to gain admissions to the schools below. If Ecclesia College is currently out of your reach, then you are sure to be a competitive candidate for the schools below.

University of Texas at El Paso, University of California, Merced, California State University Sacramento, Texas A&M University-Kingsville, California State University Northridge, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, California State University East Bay

Same Tier: Just As Hard to Gain Admission

If you’re a competitive candidate for Ecclesia College, then you should have an equal chance of gaining admissions at these schools.

University of Texas at San Antonio, Hampton University, Washington State University, East Carolina University, Texas State University, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

Reach Institutions: Gaining Admissions Will Be More of a Challenge

These schools are more challenging to gain admission into than Ecclesia College. If you improve your GPA and SAT/ACT scores, then you’ll be a competitive candidate for these schools.

University of Arizona, Quinnipiac University, Ohio University, University of Alabama, University of Texas at Arlington, Pace University, University of North Texas

Applying to Ecclesia College

Application Deadline: Rolling

Undergraduate Admissions Website: https://ecollege.edu/admissions/

Undergraduate Application Link(s): https://ecollege.edu/apply/

Graduate Admissions Website: https://ecollege.edu/admissions/

Graduate Application Link(s): https://ecollege.edu/apply/