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Beacon University, founded in 1975 by Dr. Ron Cottle, is situated in Columbus, Georgia. Also referred to as BU, the university grants degrees at the bachelor's, master's, and doctorate levels. These programs are in the fields of Biblical studies, organizational leadership, counseling ministry, cell church development, Biblical languages, and practical theology. BU is divided into the following academic schools:
- School of Human Services
- School of Leadership Studies
- School of Religious Studies
The student council of Beacon University is known as the Association of Beacon Students, or ABS. The student body helps to promote student cooperation with the administration and faculty. It also regulates student matters and activities and encourages student leadership development.
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Campus Location6003 Veterans Parkway
Columbus, GA 31909-4663
USA
Main Tel: 7063235364100
Web Site The campus is in a medium-sized city. |
Beacon University HighlightsWhere Beacon University stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Interdenominational religious affiliation.
- Many students concentrating in religion and philosophy.
- High yield: the portion of accepted students who enroll.
- Many mature (40+ year old) students.
- Numerous part-time students.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- High male/female ratio.
- Racially diverse student body.
Other important characteristics: - Library on-campus
- Campus housing available
- Distance learning available
- Weekend study option
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Master | 28 | 4 | | Bachelor | 11 | 3 | | Doctorale | 7 | 1 | | First-professional degree | 3 | 1 | | Associate | | 1 |
Beacon StudentsThe student enrollment at Beacon was 204 in 2007 (147 full-time equivalent). About 62% of the freshmen class in 2007 was male and women were 38% of the class. Undergrads are 55% of enrolled students, graduate students are 29%, and those seeking first-professional graduate degrees represent 15%. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen. Among freshmen students, 31% are full-time and 69% are part-time.
Tuition and Other Costs| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 7,762 | | Room and board | $ 3,600 | | Books and supplies | $ 600 | | Other | $ 2,131 |
Financial Aid: Beacon participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
Housing and MealsBeacon provides on-campus housing for 8 of its 147 (full-time) students (as of 2007).
Beacon Admissions (2007)| Applicants | Admitted |
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| Men | 100% | | Women | 100% | | All | 100% |
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (7 awarded) - Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY (42 awarded) - Bible/Biblical Studies
- Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
- Pastoral Studies/Counseling
- Theological and Ministerial Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING (0 awarded) Selected Careers of Interest(Based on an automated mapping of degrees popular at Beacon with government-defined occupation categories.) Click occupations below for career details, including job description, studies, degree requirements, how to evaluate schools, and more.
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