Since 1950, we've been preparing students for lives dedicated to ministry and service for the Lord. 

We're an accredited Bible college, offering certificate courses, associate, bachelor, and master degree programs, as well as online Bible courses and classes.

To learn how you can prepare to serve the Lord, contact us to get more information on admissions or answers to questions you might have for us!

We're here to answer questions you may have and to provide any information you need as you're considering your options. Let us know how we can help you!

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As an undergrad student, you will complete a bachelor of arts degree and receive two major degrees: Bible/Theology + Ministry Major. A Bible/Theology major provides the foundation for life, while a ministry major provides essential skills for ministry. 

Shape your mind and heart for a Christlike approach to all aspects of a pastor’s ministry with particular emphasis on expository preaching.

Prepare to be a Youth Pastor, Women's Counselor, Associate Pastor or Assistant Pastor, and other ministry-focused careers.

Get a well-rounded, Biblically-based curriculum in residential, adventure, and environmental programming and learn to use programs as ministry tools.

You will learn spiritual and emotional skills to teach children effectively and responsibly in Christian schools, public schools, or homeschool settings.

If you are serious about becoming a missionary, this may be the program for you. Program includes a 4-8 week missionary internship.

Gain practical experience through campus music groups or touring music teams, and serve in chapels and conferences. Pedagogy, performance, or worship concentrations.

Student body comprised of ~250 students

Appalachian Bible College exists by God's grace and for His glory to educate and equip servants for the Church of tomorrow while edifying the Church of today.

Located in Mount Hope, WV (near Beckley) on 150 acres

Non-denominational & fundamental, primarily serving with Baptist and Bible churches

Our school's vision is to train students through a truth-driven curriculum and transformative co-curriculum that prepares Christlike servants who are skilled in interpreting, obeying, and proclaiming God's Word for the global spread of the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ and the strengthening of His Church.

Accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education & the Higher Learning Commission

Member of National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA)

Our mission statement summarizes our focus in these words: "Appalachian Bible College exists by God's grace and for His glory to educate and equip servants for the Church of tomorrow while edifying the Church of today." These words capture the pulse of our campus as we engage in the exciting and challenging task of serving God and His Church.

You too can join in this eternal mission. As you sit in classes led by experienced and godly teachers, you will find your life directed toward rewarding service. Your personal relationship with Jesus Christ will be enlarged and enriched as you submit to God's Word.

– Daniel L. Anderson, Th.D.

President of Appalachian Bible College

Your experience here will involve much more than classes and books. There will be rich opportunities for fellowship and fun, too. 

When you need a break from your studies, there's plenty to do!

We're here to answer questions you may have and to provide any information you need as you're considering your options. Let us know how we can help you!

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