Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania |
| Online | bbc.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Baptist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Clarks Summit University, located in the suburban community of Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania, sits on a 140-acre campus approximately 10 miles north of Scranton. Originally founded in 1932 as Baptist Bible Seminary in Johnson City, New York, the institution relocated to its current location in 1968 and has maintained its Baptist theological foundation while expanding its academic offerings. The university specializes in ministry preparation, counseling, and biblical studies programs, though it also offers degrees in business, education, and criminal justice. Students are required to live on campus through their junior year, with residence halls separated by gender, and the institution maintains a faith-based lifestyle commitment for all enrolled students. As a member of the Colonial States Athletic Conference, the Defenders compete in NCAA Division III athletics.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| GPA | 3.31 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $7,300 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,700 |
| Total One Year Cost | $39,700 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Theology and Religious Vvocations | 48% |
| Education | 30% |
| Psychology | 7% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 7% |
| Business | 5% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=211024 IPEDS survey data for Clarks Summit University.
Current students may use the Clarks Summit University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024