About FBBC&TS
At over 100 years old, Faith Baptist Bible College is one of the oldest Bible colleges in America. We are also one of the most affordable! Our beautiful 52-acre campus in Ankeny, Iowa, is part of a growing, vibrant community—one of the fastest growing communities in the United States. With an emphasis on discipleship and spiritual growth, a sincere interest in the lives of our students by our staff and faculty, and our fully-accredited academic offerings, the real question is, “Why not Faith?”
In the words of one of our alumna: “You can’t come to Faith and not grow!”
Affordability
- 99% of students receive financial aid
- Average financial aid package over $13,000 per year
- 60% of our Class of 2022 graduated debt-free
- Top 10% Best Colleges for Money 2021 (College Factual)
- See our financial aid page for more detailed information on tuition, room, and board
Athletics
- 9 NCCAA Division II Sports Programs
- 63 NCCAA All-Americans
- 2021 NCCAA Women’s Soccer Final 4
- 2021 Track and Field National Champion (Tyler Carson, hurdles)
- 2019 NCCAA Women’s Soccer Final 4
- 2019 Track and Field National Champion (Jacob Kirkwood, discus)
- 2019 Wheeler Award Winner (Jacob Kirkwood)
- 2005-08 Track and Field National Champion (Jordan Sauser, hurdles)
- 2004 NCCAA National Player of the Year, Men’s Basketball (Josh Daggett)
Academics
- 42 undergraduate degree programs,minors, and emphases
- 7 seminary degree programs
- Growing online and modular degree program
- Accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE) and the Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Student Body
- 96% are full-time students
- 85% of students live on campus
- 55% of students are out-of-state residents
Faculty
- 15/1 Student Professor Ratio
Rankings
- Top 10% Best Colleges for Money 2021 (College Factual)
- #1 Best Total Package College in Iowa 2019 (zippia.com)
- #3 Best Bible College in America 2017 (Christian University Online)
- #25 Best Colleges in America for Religious Studies 2019 (niche.com)
Post Graduate Employment
- 93% Employment rate within two years of graduation (10% higher than the national average)
- 32 countries where Faith Alumni are serving
- #1 Praxis II in pass ratings (100%), Praxis Elementary Education Pass Rates in Iowa Colleges 2022
- Top 15% Teacher Prep Programs in America 2019 (National Council on Teacher Quality)
- 100% placement rate of education majors actively seeking employment in 2019
More About Faith
A Century of God’s Faithfulness
For over 100 years, God has used Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary to train men and women for ministry and service. See how God’s work has been experienced time and time again in the history of Faith.
Leadership
Under the guidance of Dr. Jim Tillotson, school administration, and Board of Directors, Faith is in the capable hands of men who model servant leadership.
Our Campus
Our 52-acre campus in the heart of Ankeny, Iowa is a thriving hub of student life, with on-campus opportunities to learn, grow, and serve.
School Calendar
Check out the full schedule of events for FBBC&TS on our school calendar or on our Events page.
Explore Ankeny, Iowa
Ankeny is the fourth-fastest growing city in America and the #37 best city to live in America (Money Magazine). Iowa was recently rated the #1 best state to live in 2018 (US News& World Report). See what makes Ankeny, Iowa, such a special place.
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