Washington Bible College-Capital Bible Seminary

The Washington Bible College, formerly known as the Washington Bible Institute, was formed by the merger of three bible institutes of Washington in 1938. It came to be known by its present name since 1956. In 1958, Washington Bible College, also known as WBC, started a three year graduate school, Capital Bible Seminary. The seminary offers certificates and master’s programs for the students. Washington Bible College, Capital Bible Seminary is abbreviated as WBC-CBS. It offers the students with certificate and masters degree programs in areas such as theology, divinity, biblical studies, and professional concentration.

WBC-CBS has an active student life consisting of organizations like Student Council, Student Advisory Committee, and Global Outreach Fellowship. The college also has a fellowship of Christian athletes. The college has an athletics department actively taking part in various athletic events.

Washington Bible College-Capital Bible Seminary Highlights

Where Washington Bible College-Capital Bible Seminary stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Undenominational religious affiliation.
• Many students concentrating in religion and philosophy.
• Many mature (40+ year old) students.
• High yield: the portion of accepted students who enroll.
• Numerous part-time students.
• High male/female ratio.
• Selective admissions.
• Racially diverse student body.
• Number of dorm rooms for students.

Other important characteristics:

• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available
• Student meal (board) plan
• Distance learning available
• Part-time classes available

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

Students

The student enrollment at Washington Bible College-Capital Bible Seminary was 616 in 2007-2008 (459 full-time equivalent).

About 57% of the freshmen class in 2008-2009 was male and women were 43% of the class.

Undergrads are 37% of enrolled students and graduate students are 63%.

Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.

Among freshmen students, 67% are full-time and 33% are part-time.

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

Financial Aid: Washington Bible College-Capital Bible Seminary participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

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Housing and Meals

Washington Bible College-Capital Bible Seminary provides on-campus housing for 112 of its 459 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009).

Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 19 meals weekly.

Washington Bible College-Capital Bible Seminary Admissions (2008-2009)

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