KMBC Admission Requirements

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at KMBC is 45%.  Its admission rate is the 3rd lowest in Kentucky and the 195th lowest the nation.

Admission Selectivity

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

KMBC is a more competitive school to get into. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 27 out of the 60 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, 67% enrolled. This indicates that the school is a top choice for many students who apply.

Can you get into KMBC?

45% 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.

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

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

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 2022

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

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 #10 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. 17 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.

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

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 45% chance of being admitted. A 1170 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 61% chance of getting in.

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

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 #14 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.

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

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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 45% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 75% with a 22 ACT score.

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.

Admission Statistics

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

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?

Credits Accepted

Admission Requirements Summary

Because KMBC is fairly competitive, you have a decent chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.33 GPA, you have a good shot at getting in. An SAT score of 1130 will further improve your application. If you can get a 1170 on the SAT you will have a very good chance on getting in. Additionally a 21 on the ACT places you in a strong position.