FBBC&TS Admission Requirements

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FBBC&TS Admission Overview

FBBC&TS admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year FBBC&TS admitted 67.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.42 GPA (B+) and SAT 990-1190 / ACT 19-26. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

FBBC&TS Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

67.5%

Admission Standards

Easy

Applicant Competition

Low

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Admission difficulty for Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary

Acceptance Rate

The FBBC&TS acceptance rate is 67.5%. Last year, 185 of 274 applicants were admitted. That is the 7th lowest acceptance rate in Iowa.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into FBBC&TS and can you get accepted?

FBBC&TS is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.42. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. Of those admitted, 69% enrolled. That suggests FBBC&TS is a top choice for many students who are offered a place.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

FBBC&TS GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.42

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.42

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at FBBC&TS typically have around a 3.42 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades.

The school ranks #18 in Iowa for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

FBBC&TS SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

990-1190

Freshmen who sent SAT

15%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 500
  • Math 490
  • Composite 990
SAT 25th percentile scores for Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 610
  • Math 580
  • Composite 1190
SAT 75th percentile scores for Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at FBBC&TS typically score around a 1090 SAT (middle 50% 990–1190) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 57th percentile nationally. FBBC&TS ranks #12 in the state of Iowa for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 990 to 1190

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

You must send SAT or ACT for 2024-25. Confirm current rules on the school's site.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1090 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1190+ Above 75th >80%
1090 to 1190 Avg + 68%-80%
990 to 1090 Avg - 53%-68%
Below 990 Below mid-50 <53%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

FBBC&TS ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

19-26

Freshmen reporting ACT

54%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 19
  • Math 17
  • Composite 19
ACT 25th percentile scores for Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 27
  • Math 24
  • Composite 26
ACT 75th percentile scores for Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary

Average ACT

Incoming testers at FBBC&TS typically have around a 22 ACT (mid-50 19–26) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 63rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. FBBC&TS places #15 among colleges in Iowa for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 19 to 26

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

ACT or SAT is required for 2024-25. Check the school's site for current rules.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 22.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
26+ Above 75th >82%
22 to 26 Avg + 68%-82%
19 to 22 Avg - 55%-68%
Below 19 Below mid-50 <55%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and SAT or ACT compare with last year's enrolled class. This is not a personal probability of admission.

Open the FBBC&TS chances calculator

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 154 120 274
Accepted 102 83 185
Acceptance Rate 66% 69% 68%
Enrolled 71 56 127
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 70% 67% 69%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Required to be considered for admission
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 1, 2027

Days left to Apply

335

Applicants have 335 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary is $45.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

FBBC&TS is test-required for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 67.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.42 GPA (about an B+ average). Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025