About
With the Word to the World
Faith Baptist Bible College & Theological Seminary is a fully-accredited Baptist Bible college located on a 52-acre suburban campus in Ankeny, Iowa. As a fundamental Baptist institution of Christian higher education, the mission of the college is to prepare vocational Christian workers and ministry leaders for local churches throughout the world. Faith’s motto, “With the Word to the World,” reflects this goal of ministry and service.
Training People to Be
God-Focused
Eternity-Minded
Servant-Hearted Leaders
Historical Facts
- Founded in 1921
- Seminary founded in 1986
- More than 10,400 students have attended from all 50 states and more than 15 countries
Athletics
- 9 NCCAA Division II Sports Programs
- 61 NCCAA All-Americans
- 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
- 37 undergraduate degree programs and minors
- 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
- 20% student body growth in the last two years (2017-2019)
- 96% are full-time students
- 85% of students live on campus
- 55% of students are out-of-state residents
Faculty
- Over 30 faculty members
- 11/1 Student Professor Ratio
Affordability
- 39% cheaper than the national average private, non-profit four-year tuition
- 100% of students receive a financial aid package
- $11,380: Average financial aid package
- 45% of seniors graduated debt-free in 2018
Rankings
- #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)
- Top 10% Best Colleges for Money 2019 (College Factual)
Post Graduate Employment
- 93% Employment rate within two years of graduation (10% higher than the national average)
- 32 countries where Faith Alumni are serving
- 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 nearly 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.
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.
Faith News
Dr. Tillotson Gives Update for Return to Campus Learning this Fall
Dr. Jim Tillotson provided a video update today for new and returning students on Faith’s…...
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Doctor of Ministry Program Now Available Completely Online
Faith Baptist Theological Seminary is now offering the Doctor of Ministry program completely online...
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Summer Programs Move Online at Faith
We have decided to take all of our summer events online! ...
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FBTS Offers New and Improved Hebrew Language Program
Faith Baptist Theological Seminary (FBTS) is excited to offer a completely redesigned Hebrew language program......
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