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Fall Fact Book 2019 1 Fall Fact Book 2019 Joel Badal, Ph.D. Dean of Institutional Effectiveness Office of Institutional Effectiveness
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Fall Fact Book 2019
Joel Badal, Ph.D.
Dean of Institutional Effectiveness
Office of Institutional Effectiveness
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Table of Contents
Introduction ........................................................................................................ 3
About College of Biblical Studies ......................................................................... 4
Mission Statement .......................................................................................................................................... 4
Institutional Values .......................................................................................................................................... 4
Six Institutional Goals ...................................................................................................................................... 4
History of the College ...................................................................................................................................... 6
Presidential Leadership ................................................................................................................................... 7
College of Biblical Studies Board of Trustees .................................................................................................. 8
Officers ............................................................................................................... 8
Total Enrollment ............................................................................................... 10
Total Credit Hours ......................................................................................................................................... 11
Enrollment: by Degree Program ........................................................................ 11
Enrollment: by Gender .................................................................................................................................. 13
Enrollment: by Ethnicity ................................................................................................................................ 14
Enrollment: by Gender .................................................................................................................................. 15
Enrollment: by Ethnicity ................................................................................................................................ 16
Enrollment: By Age ........................................................................................................................................ 17
Enrollment: by Degree .................................................................................................................................. 18
Enrollment: Headcount by Modality ............................................................................................................. 18
Enrollment: Credit Hours by Modality .......................................................................................................... 19
Degrees Conferred: ....................................................................................................................................... 21
Conferrals: by Gender & Ethnicity ................................................................................................................. 22
CBS Alumni .................................................................................................................................................... 24
Authorization to Offer Distance Education ........................................................ 25
Price per Credit Hour ........................................................................................ 26
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Introduction Welcome to the Factbook 2019 Edition for the College of Biblical Studies. The data
presented in this annual report provides a convenient resource of outcomes from the
Institution’s Student Information System.
The Institutional Factbook is a collection of important student information that assists
the Office of Institutional Effectiveness (OIE) in achieving its goal of making available to our
institutional wide community accurate data sources that will assist departments in making
effective decisions to serve our students.
Ultimately, the outcome of the OIE is to assist CBS’s stakeholders in making informed
decisions that are “mission-driven.” Accurate and timely release of the institutional data is an
important outcome of our office. We believe timely release of institutional data serves our CBS
community and its graduates with reaching their professional goals by educating and equipping
multiethnic leaders to impact the world for Christ.
Our hope in the OIE is to serve our institutional community with accurate data analytics.
The CBS Factbook 2019 edition will serve that purpose of releasing current information. If you
would like information presented in a new way or you would like additional statistics reported,
please contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness ([email protected]). We welcome any
opportunity to improve the Factbook in its future reporting cycles.
Thank you,
Joel Badal, PhD
Dean of Institutional Effectiveness
Department of Institutional Effectiveness
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About the College of Biblical Studies The College of Biblical Studies is a global higher education institution with over forty years of experience in training leaders in biblical education. Since 1976, CBS has remained true to our mission of providing a biblical education that embraces all ethnicities. As we honor our past, we continue to create a quality, biblical academic environment with exceptional faculty and staff, and an innovative, life-changing curriculum that serves the body of Christ and the world by developing faithful, educated leaders from “every tongue, every tribe and every nation.”
Mission Statement The College of Biblical Studies exists to glorify God by educating and equipping multiethnic
Christian leaders to impact the world for Christ.
Vision Statement By 2020, the College of Biblical Studies will become the premier Bible College with global
awareness. We desire to see a transformed diverse student body that serves Christ and impacts
families, churches and communities, to the glory of God.
Institutional Values CBS is committed to nurturing in all modalities, in its programs and among its boards, faculty, staff, and students these primary values:
1. Truth. Every word in the original writings of the Holy Scriptures is inspired of God and without error.
2. Holiness. Christians are called to a holy life of service and testimony in the power of the Holy Spirit, which service includes the propagation of the Gospel message to the whole world. There is promised reward in Heaven for faithfulness in such service.
3. Social Consciousness. The church is the body and bride of Jesus Christ which embraces all true believers who are born of the Spirit through faith in Jesus Christ.
Six Institutional Goals Through the College’s curricular and co-curricular experiences, CBS students demonstrate:
1. Biblical and theological knowledge, recognizing Scripture as the ultimate authority for life and godliness.
2. Skills that reflect critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
3. Attitudes and values indicative of an integrated biblical world view.
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4. Sensitivity to various cultural viewpoints.
5. Skills of effective communication.
6. Skills for Christian ministry.
Key Distinctives The College was developed to provide college-level training in Bible and theology for those
individuals who had little or no opportunity to receive such training by conventional means
(resident, full-time). As a commuter college, this training is accomplished in a unique way through
our key distinctives:
• Biblical – curriculum is primarily focused on a biblical worldview, based on scriptural truth,
with its focus on ministry preparation and life transformation.
• Diverse – students study and experience the education process with fellow students from a
variety of ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Accessible – courses are available during the day, evening and Saturdays, as well as online to
provide the CBS commuter college students the opportunity to “fit” their studies into their
life schedules.
• Affordable – the cost of attendance is intentionally lower than other accredited private
institutions, and financial aid is available to assist students in meeting the financial
requirements of their studies.
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History of the College The College of Biblical Studies-Houston has been leading transformational education for over
forty years. Formerly Houston Bible Institute (HBI), CBS began as a burden in the heart of the
late Rev. Ernest L. Mays, the founder of HBI. He sensed that large segments of the local Christian
community were functioning without trained leaders. This was especially true within the inner-
city minority groups. Out of this concern, Houston Bible & Vocational Institute was incorporated
in 1976. Mr. William Thomas, Jr. and Rev. Joe Wall assisted in the development of a multi-racial,
interdenominational board, which began working to make the school a reality. Within a short
time, a decision was made to focus on biblical and theological training because they felt that
there were already adequate resources for vocational training in the area.
In the fall of 1979, the first classes of Houston Bible Institute were offered. Rev. Rodney L. Cooper
was the school’s first Executive Director. From its inception, the school used the facilities of KHCB-
FM, a Houston-based Christian radio network, for its classrooms, and leased administrative space
nearby.
In 1983, Rev. Rod Cooper resigned to pursue a PH.D., and the Board promoted Rev. Jack
Arrington, then Vice President, to President. President Arrington continued the difficult task of
building the foundation and establishing credibility in the minority community.
In 1991, God called Rev. Arrington to the pastorate and Dr. William Boyd to fill his vacancy. Dr.
Boyd began the process of building the superstructure on the vision of Mays and the foundation
of Cooper and Arrington. He implemented a scholarship program that resulted in significant
growth of the College. Under Dr. Boyd’s leadership, in 1996 the school was certified as a college
and the name was changed from Houston Bible Institute to College of Biblical Studies – Houston.
In 1999 CBS achieved national accreditation through the Accrediting Association of Bible Colleges
(now the Association for Biblical Higher Education-ABHE).
In July 2007, God called Dr. Jay A. Quine to the presidency and Dr. Boyd became the Chancellor.
Dr. Quine provided leadership for the creation of the 2008-2013 Strategic Plan that focused on
the addition of a traditional bachelor’s program, a Center for Continuing Studies, and pursuit of
regional accreditation.
In July 2012, God called Dr. William Blocker to the presidency to provide leadership to the College
in the pursuit of becoming the premier Bible College in Texas, and furthering its impact on
families, churches and communities.
In December 2013, the College of Biblical Studies – Houston was granted member status for
accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
(SACSCOC). Thus, the College is now dual accredited with both ABHE and SACSCOC.
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In January 2014, the College began offering distance education through the delivery of online
courses.
In 2017, the College pursued recognition with NC-SARA and is an approved institution to offer
online degrees and courses outside of Texas.
In February 2017, Dr. Blocker engaged with Dr. A. Charles Ware, president of Crossroads Bible
College, Indianapolis, about the possibility of merging both Institutions. The conversation was
favorable and soon a Feasibility Team was formed to begin the next phase of the process. After
a series of meetings, planning, and implementation, the Institutions received a favorable
response from the accreditors that both Institutions were permitted to merge effective July 1,
2019. In addition to the institutional merger, the College received religious exemption to operate
in the State of Indiana.
Presidential Leadership Rev. Ernest L. Mays (Founder), 1976-1979
Rev. Rodney L. Cooper, 1979-1983
Dr. William Boyd, 1991-2007
Dr. Jay A. Quine, 2007-2011
Dr. William “Bill” Blocker, 2012-Present
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College of Biblical Studies Board of TrusteesOfficers
David W. Tauber, Sr., Chairman
Matthew Barnes, MS, Vice Chair
Barksdale Hortenstine, JD., Treasurer
Members
William W. Blocker, DMCE
James L. Cowthran
James T. Fox
Michael E. Gentry
Ralph D. McBride, JD
Bruce E. Munsterman
David K. Oelfke
Thomas D. Owens
Laura A. Petersen, MD
Lynden B. Rose, JD
Robert S. Simmons, JD
Ivory L. Varner, DLitt
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Office of the President
William Blocker
MDiv, DMCE,
President
Dr. Blocker earned a MDiv from Chicago Theological Seminary and a DMCE in
Christian Education from Dallas Theological Seminary. Dr. Blocker came to CBS
from Moody Bible Institute of Chicago where he managed the Office of IE,
Educational Technology Services, Moody DE, and Library Services. He also led several strategic
initiatives including marketing, global impact, technology, the school’s media ministry, and many
others.
Prior to Moody, Dr. Blocker worked with TMI Consulting for 10 years as Chief Consultant of
Technology. In the mid-1990s, while serving as an adjunct faculty member for Chicago
Theological Seminary, he created and taught the first technology and theology course
transmitted synchronously outside the contiguous United States. From 1987-92, Dr. Blocker was
CIO for a Hartford, CT law firm.
He and his wife Zelda regularly lead tours to Israel. The Blockers have four grown daughters,
Zaneta, Angela, Rebekah and Victoria, a son, Jeremiah, and two grandchildren.
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Total Enrollment During the fall 2016 and fall 2017, the Institution saw increased enrollment headcount. However, the Institution saw its greatest drop of about 12% during the fall of 2018. Then, because of the merger with Crossroads Bible College, the College saw numbers increase to similar levels in the previous fall 2016, 2017 respectively. There were 470 students enrolled in the fall 2019 semester. Chart 1.0 shows enrollment for each semester since fall 2016.
*Source: Sonisweb student information system
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Total Credit HoursThe credits consumed during the fall cycles show consistent patterns for fall 2016 and fall 2017.
However, in fall 2019, the Institution saw its greatest drop in credits to 2,390. This drop of
credits accounts for about 17.6% variance between terms. The total number of credits taken
peaked in the spring 2017 cycle with a total of 3,386 credit hours taken. Total credits taken
were at its lowest in the summer 2019 with a total of 1,650 credits.
During the fall 2017, there were 3,100 credits taken with a substantial decrease of credits to
2,554 in the fall of 2018. However, even after the merger in the fall of 2019, credits did not rise
as observed in previous fall terms. Chart 2.0 shows the total number of credit hours taken for
each semester since fall 2016.
*Source: Sonisweb student information system
Enrollment: by Degree ProgramThe Institution offers associate and bachelor degrees in a traditional program, adult degree
completion, online, and other accelerated options. The bachelors’ degree programs include ten
areas of focus: Biblical Studies, Biblical Counseling, Pre-seminary, Christian Education, and
Leadership. Chart 3.0 shows the diversity of programming available and those most popular to
our students. Recently, in 2019, the Institution increased its enrollment headcount due to the
merger with Crossroads Bible College. Enrollment growth rose substantially from fall 2017 and
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fall 2018. Chart 3.0 shows the number and percent of enrollment by program for fall 2016 to
present.
*Source: Sonisweb student information system
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ADCP Bachelors Associates Certficate Non-Degree
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Enrollment: by GenderThe gender distribution of our students demonstrates the College’s diversity and its
commitment to its mission. Since the fall 2016, the Institution saw its largest number of the
learners, though recently in 2019, the merger positioned the Institution back to its 2016 figures.
Since this time, the gender distribution across the College has begun to center closer to 50%. In
the fall 2019, 55% were male learners, and 45% were female learners. Chart 4.0 shows the
number and percent of students by gender for each semester since fall 2016.
*Source: Sonisweb student information system
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4.0 Enrollment by Gender
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Enrollment: by EthnicityCBS enrollment by ethnicity demonstrates the commitment to accomplishing its mission “to
Glorify God by educating and equipping multiethnic Christian leaders to impact the world for Christ.”
Historically, African Americans make up the majority of enrollment with Hispanic/Latinos
coming into second largest, and third is Whites. With the merger of Crossroads Bible College in
fall 2019, students representing the Asian ethnicity increased substantially from previous
academic cycles. Chart 5.0 shows the number of students enrolled by ethnicity for each
semester since fall 2015.
*Source: Sonisweb student information system
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5.0 Enrollment by Ethnicity
American Indian Asian Black or African American
Hispanic/Latino White Pacific Islander
Two or More Races Other or Unknown All Students
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Enrollment: by GenderFall 2019 continued the College’s history of gender diversity. During the fall 2019 semester, 55%
of enrolled students were female and 45% were male. In addition, most programs at CBS also
show gender diversity. Chart 6.1 and 6.2 shows enrollment by gender and program degree for
fall 2019.
*Source: Sonisweb student information system
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Chart 6.1 Enrollment by Gender
Male Female
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Chart 7.2 Program Enrollment by Gender
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Enrollment: by EthnicityCBS students reflect the mission of educating and equipping multiethnic Christian leaders to impact the world for Christ, as 46% of our students were Black or African American, 25% Hispanic/Latino, 17% Whites, and about 8% Asian during the fall 2019 term. Chart 7.0 shows fall 2019 enrollment by ethnicity.
*Source: Sonisweb student information system
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Enrollment: By AgeCBS welcomes a diverse range of students ages 26 and up. Chart 9.0 below shows a total of 151
students were over the age of 50. There were approximately 69 students who were
“traditional” college age (18-24). This age diversity demonstrates another way in which CBS is a
unique training institution of Bible Colleges and higher education in general that focuses its
educational delivery to non-traditional students. Chart 8.0 shows enrollment by age for fall
2019.
*Source: Sonisweb student information system
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Enrollment: by Degree CBS offers associate, traditional bachelors, accelerated degree completion (ADCP), and online
degrees. Students are assisted in finding the program that fits their schedule, needs, and goals.
The most popular programs at CBS were the traditional bachelor’s degree programs in fall 2019.
Chart 9.0 shows enrollment by program for the fall 2019 semester.
Source Sonisweb student information system
Enrollment: Headcount by ModalitySince 2014, the College has been approved to offer online degree programs in the Bible
Certificate, Associate of Arts, and Bachelor of Science. Online education continues to gain
prominence among our students. In addition, the Institution also accommodates the learner’s
schedule encouraging them to select learning through different modalities. Chart 10.0 shows
Headcount by Modality since fall 2016.
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Chart 9.0 Enrollment by Degree
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Source Sonisweb student information system
Enrollment: Credit Hours by Modality The College accommodates a flexible modality for its non-traditional students. The College does
not restrict learners to only on-ground courses and programs. The growing proportion of credit
hours has significantly increased since the fall 2016 evidences that students are taking
advantage of a flexible enrollment offering sold online. The largest number of credits taken
online was in fall 2019 at 1544 credits which is about 37% increase from the previous fall 2018
term. Chart 11.0 shows Credit Hours by Modality since fall 2016.
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Chart 10.0 Headcount by Modality
On Ground Online Both
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*Source: Sonisweb student information system
2101 2120 14261639 1642 1303 1576 1361 1038 2276
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Chart 11.0 Credit Hours by Modality
On Ground Online
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Degrees Conferred: CBS conferred a total of degrees for the 2018-2019 academic year with over eight different
specializations. The CBS mission states the college exists to glorify God by educating and
equipping multiethnic Christian leaders to impact the world for Christ. The great outcome
achievement of any institution is to see students graduate from an academic program. Chart
12.0 shows degrees conferred from the 2015-2018 academic years.
*Source: Sonisweb student information system
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Associates Bachelors ADCP
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Conferrals: by Gender & Ethnicity Graduates of CBS represent a wide range of ethnicities and ages. The class of 2018-2019
showed a slight increase in males over females from previous years. In the class of 2018-2019,
57% of graduates were Black or African American, 23% Whites, 18% were Hispanic or Latino,
and 18% Latino. Charts 13.1-13.2 show degrees conferred in 2018-2019 by gender and
ethnicity.
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Chart 13.1 Graduates by Gender
Male
Female
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Source: Sonisweb student information system
50, 57%
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Chart 13.2 Graduates by Ethnicity
Black or African American
Hispanic or Latino
White or Anglo
Other or Unknown
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CBS Alumni During CBS’ 40-year history, the school has awarded over 2,000 degrees. Of those degrees, over
55% have been awarded to Black or African American students. In addition, 19% have been
awarded to Hispanic/Latino students. In total, CBS is proud to state nearly 74% of CBS’ alumni
are ethnic minorities. Chart 14.1 shows the ethnic distribution of CBS alumni. Chart 14.2 shows
the gender distribution of CBS alumni.
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Chart 14.1 Alumni by Ethnicity
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*Source: Sonisweb student information system
Authorization to Offer Distance Education Since CBS became recognized to offer online degree programs, CBS has received authorization
to offer distance education in 51 states and territories, including Washington D.C. and the U.S.
Virgin Islands. The map below demonstrates the states and territories where CBS has offered
distance education as of June 2017. Chart 11.2 is our State Authorization Approval. CBS has
also obtained approval to offer Distance Education in California (See CBS website).
Figure 1 State Authorization Map
Source: NC-SARA website
55%
45%
Chart 14.2 Alumni by Gender
Male Female
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Price per Credit HourThe goal of CBS is to provide an excellent biblical higher education at an affordable price. CBS
determined to make the cost of attendance even more affordable for all our students; thus, the
cost of enrolling in the traditional and accelerated programs was standardized across all
programs. In fact, in a nation-wide review of tuition costs conducted by The Chronicle of Higher
Education, it was found that CBS has the third lowest tuition (In-State and Out-of-State Total) in
the State of Texas among Private Four-Year Institutions (Source: Tuition and Fees). In fall 2019,
CBS merged with Crossroads Bible College and retained current tuition rates for on ground
courses and provided the same online tuition rate for online courses. During the academic year
of 2016, 2017, and 2018; Indiana was not part of the tuition calculation. Chart 15.0 shows the
price per credit from fall 2016 to fall 2019:
*Source: Institutional website and financial aid office
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Chart 15.0 Price per Credit
Traditional ADCP Online Indiana
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