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Your chances of getting into Kentucky Mountain Bible College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

35.7%
Admission Difficulty for Kentucky Mountain Bible College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Extremely Easy 
Applicant Competition High 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at KMBC is 35.7%.  Its admission rate is the 3rd lowest in Kentucky and the 152nd lowest the nation.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into KMBC and can you get accepted?

KMBC is a highly competitive school to get into. You have a moderate chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 15 out of the 42 who applied were admitted.

Kentucky Mountain Bible College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.33. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. Of those applicants who were admitted, 80% elected to enroll. This indicates that the school is the top choice for most students who apply.

Can you get into KMBC?

36% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Kentucky Mountain Bible College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.33 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1130 on the SAT
  • Score 21 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

KMBC GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.33

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Kentucky Mountain Bible College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into KMBC are to have around a 3.33 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

Even with a competitive GPA, admission to KMBC will be challenging as the school denies more applicants than it admits.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at KMBC is 3.33 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #22 in Kentucky for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.3 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

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KMBC SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1090-1170

Applicants Submitting SAT 

-
SAT Scores for Kentucky Mountain Bible College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 580
Math 25th Percentile 510
Composite 25th Percentile 1090
SAT Scores for Kentucky Mountain Bible College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 600
Math 75th Percentile 570
Composite 75th Percentile 1170
Average SAT Score 1130

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Kentucky Mountain Bible College?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at KMBC is 1130 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1090-1170. Students who get into Kentucky Mountain Bible College score in the top 43 percent of all SAT test takers..  KMBC ranks #9 in the state of Kentucky for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1130 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. KMBC regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1090 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1090, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1050, but scores this low are outside the normal range. 0 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1130 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1130, you have around a 36% chance of being admitted. A 1170 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 52% chance of getting in.

Kentucky Mountain Bible College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1170 and Above Good >52%
1130 to 1170 Avg + 36%-52%
1090 to 1130 Avg - 23%-36%
1050 to 1090 Reach 13%-23%
Less than 1050 Low <13%
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KMBC ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

21-22 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

50%
ACT Scores for Kentucky Mountain Bible College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 21
Math 25th Percentile 17
Composite 25th Percentile 21
ACT Scores for Kentucky Mountain Bible College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 24
Math 75th Percentile 19
Composite 75th Percentile 22
Average ACT Score 21

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into KMBC?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to KMBC is 21, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 21 and 22.  The school ranks #15 in Kentucky for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 21. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 21 and score in the score in the top 43 percent nationally.

50 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Kentucky Mountain Bible College.

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into KMBC for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 21 score has around 36% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 67% with a 22 ACT score.

Kentucky Mountain Bible College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
22 and Above Good >67%
21 to 22 Avg + 36%-67%
21 to 21 Avg - 36%-36%
21 to 21 Reach 36%-36%
Less than 21 Low <36%
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High School Class Rank

66% of Kentucky Mountain Bible College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 16% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Kentucky Mountain Bible College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 0%
Top 25% of class 16%
Top 50% of class 66%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

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

Kentucky Mountain Bible College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 26 16 42
Accepted 8 7 15
Acceptance Rate 31% 44% 36%
Enrolled 7 5 12
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 88% 71% 80%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Kentucky Mountain Bible College is $25.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Kentucky Mountain Bible College and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Kentucky Mountain Bible College Application Requirements
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 considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Kentucky Mountain Bible College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because KMBC is highly competitive, you have a moderate chance of acceptance depending on your GPA and test scores. If you earn at least a 3.33 GPA, you will have a fair shot at getting in. Additionally, you should score a 1130 on the SAT or 21 on the ACT to be competitive. If you can score a 1170 SAT you will be a very strong applicant.

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=157030 IPEDS survey data for Kentucky Mountain Bible College.

Last updated February 24, 2025