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Ecclesia College, EC, a 4-year private not-for-profit college situated in Springdale, Arkansas, was founded by the present College Chancellor, Oren Paris II as the Omaha Bible School in September 1975. It merged with the Elm Springs Bible School in August 31, 1995 and the name of Elm Springs Bible School was changed to Ecclesia College in September 1997. EC presently offers bachelor's and associate's degrees in a number of fields which include Associate of Biblical Studies, Associate of General Studies, Bachelor of Christian Ministries, and Bachelor of Communication Ministries.
Ecclesia College has an active student life. The students of EC participate in numerous recreational activities and a wide variety of sports. EC also offers several financial assistance programs.
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Campus Location9653 Nations Dr
Springdale, AR 72762
USA
Main Tel: (479) 248-7236
Web Site The campus is in a rural site not far from an urban area. |
Ecclesia College HighlightsWhere Ecclesia College 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.
- High male/female ratio.
- Selective admissions.
- Numerous part-time students.
- Racially diverse student body.
- Number of dorm rooms for students.
Other important characteristics: - Library on-campus
- Campus housing available
- Student meal (board) plan
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Bachelor | 14 | 4 | | Associate | 1 | 1 |
Ecclesia StudentsThe student enrollment at Ecclesia was 262 in 2007 (164 full-time equivalent). About 68% of the freshmen class in 2007 was male and women were 32% of the class. Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen. Among freshmen students, 80% are full-time and 20% are part-time.
Tuition and Other Costs| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 13,180 | | Room and board | $ 4,770 | | Books and supplies | $ 500 | | Other | $ 4,760 |
Financial Aid: Ecclesia participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
Housing and MealsEcclesia provides on-campus housing for 60 of its 164 (full-time) students (as of 2007). Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 18 meals weekly.
Ecclesia Admissions (2007)| Applicants | Admitted |
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| Men | 50% | | Women | 28% | | All | 40% |
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY (15 awarded) - Bible/Biblical Studies
- Christian Studies
- Religion/Religious Studies
- Theology and Religious Vocations
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