Rosedale Bible College : About : Quick Facts

Our Mission
The mission of Rosedale Bible College is to provide an evangelical junior Bible college education in the Anabaptist/Mennonite tradition that equips students to grow spiritually and academically and to serve effectively in the church and society.

The college is committed to academic excellence as well as to nurturing a campus atmosphere that encourages concentration on spiritual growth and discipline.

Programs of Study
An Associate Degree in Biblical Studies (two years) is the degree program offered by RBC. Students may choose between nine different concentrations within the degree curriculum. For students staying only one year, the college offers a Certificate in Biblical Studies which shares many core requirements with the associate's degree. In addition, the Institute for Pastoral Studies is a distance education option designed especially for pastors and leaders. A special three-week wilderness training experience, Akwachink Leadership School, is offered each fall in association with Living Hope Native Ministries.

Accreditation
RBC is accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education. ABHE is recognized as a national accrediting agency by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), and the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation (CORPA). It is also listed by the United States Department of Education as a recognized agency for biblical higher education. Internationally, ABHE is recognized by the International Council for Evangelical Theological Education. Rosedale is also authorized by the Ohio Board of Regents (the state's educational oversight body) to grant Associate or Arts degrees.

Tuition
Tuition costs at Rosedale compare very favorably with other private colleges and universities. The total estimated annual cost for full-time students in the 2007-2008 academic year is just over $11,000. Tuition and boarding costs are kept low through the generous giving of alumni, friends, and the churches of Conservative Mennonite Conference.

Financial Aid
Study at Rosedale qualifies for public assistance through the federal and Ohio state governments. In addition, some private scholarships are available.

Enrollment
Average enrollment for the 2006-2007 academic year was 80 students. Enrollment for specific terms varied from 77 to 102. Typical class size is 20 to 25 students.

Location
Rosedale is situated in a small central Ohio community 31 miles west of downtown Columbus and 33 miles northeast of downtown Springfield. Its rural setting provides a peaceful, safe environment within easy driving distance of the cultural offerings of significant urban centers.

Affiliation
Rosedale is the educational institution of Conservative Mennonite Conference.

Athletics
Organized intramural sports include basketball, volleyball, soccer, and Ultimate. Student teams have played soccer in a community league in north Columbus. The disc golf course also sees frequent use during the fall and spring.





	Q U I C K F A C T S Our Mission The mission of Rosedale Bible College is to provide an evangelical junior Bible college education in the Anabaptist/Mennonite tradition that equips students to grow spiritually and academically and to serve effectively in the church and society. The college is committed to academic excellence as well as to nurturing a campus atmosphere that encourages concentration on spiritual growth and discipline. Programs of Study An Associate Degree in Biblical Studies (two years) is the degree program offered by RBC. Students may choose between nine different concentrations within the degree curriculum. For students staying only one year, the college offers a Certificate in Biblical Studies which shares many core requirements with the associate's degree. In addition, the Institute for Pastoral Studies is a distance education option designed especially for pastors and leaders. A special three-week wilderness training experience, Akwachink Leadership School, is offered each fall in association with Living Hope Native Ministries. Accreditation RBC is accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education. ABHE is recognized as a national accrediting agency by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), and the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation (CORPA). It is also listed by the United States Department of Education as a recognized agency for biblical higher education. Internationally, ABHE is recognized by the International Council for Evangelical Theological Education. Rosedale is also authorized by the Ohio Board of Regents (the state's educational oversight body) to grant Associate or Arts degrees. Tuition Tuition costs at Rosedale compare very favorably with other private colleges and universities. The total estimated annual cost for full-time students in the 2007-2008 academic year is just over $11,000. Tuition and boarding costs are kept low through the generous giving of alumni, friends, and the churches of Conservative Mennonite Conference. Financial Aid Study at Rosedale qualifies for public assistance through the federal and Ohio state governments. In addition, some private scholarships are available. Enrollment Average enrollment for the 2006-2007 academic year was 80 students. Enrollment for specific terms varied from 77 to 102. Typical class size is 20 to 25 students. Location Rosedale is situated in a small central Ohio community 31 miles west of downtown Columbus and 33 miles northeast of downtown Springfield. Its rural setting provides a peaceful, safe environment within easy driving distance of the cultural offerings of significant urban centers. Affiliation Rosedale is the educational institution of Conservative Mennonite Conference. Athletics Organized intramural sports include basketball, volleyball, soccer, and Ultimate. Student teams have played soccer in a community league in north Columbus. The disc golf course also sees frequent use during the fall and spring.