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Grace University

1311 S 9th St, Omaha, NE 68108

Website: Grace University

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The dedication stone in the courtyard.
The dedication stone in the courtyard.
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Grace University School Description

Grace University exists to develop servant leaders for the home, the church and the world through excellence in biblically-integrated education and through life change in a personal, discipling environment, all for the glory of God.

Grace University

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Grace University is a private Bible college located in Omaha, Nebraska. The university includes three separate colleges: Grace College of the Bible, Grace College of Graduate Studies, and Grace College of Continuing Education.

History

Founded in 1943, Grace was originally intended as an inter-Mennonite Bible institute where Christian men and women might further their theological training. The ten Mennonite ministers counted as Grace's founders (August Ewert, Albert Ewert, Albert Schultz, Peter Kliewer, Paul Kuhlmann, Harold Burkholder, John Barkman, C.H. Suckau, Solomon Mouttet, and John Tieszen) originally met to discuss relocating the Bible department of the Oklahoma Bible Academy. After several days of prayer they decided that what was really needed was a place of higher education.

Originally called Grace Bible Institute, the school opened in the fall of 1943 with a grand total of 23 students and six professors. No tuition was charged; instead, students performed "30-minute jobs" every day. That changed in 1948 when the Accrediting Association required member schools to charge money. The original tuition was a flat $50 fee. In 1976, the school's name was changed to Grace College of the Bible. On July 1, 1995, the school officially became Grace University, emphasizing the school's new academic identity.

Grace's original home was in a former Presbyterian Theological Seminary. In less than a year the college was able to purchase Stuntz Hall, 1515 S. 10th St. in Omaha. The current campus includes that lot (the hall, by then known as Old Main, was torn down in the 1990s due to decay and safety concerns) as well as the surrounding city blocks. In 1977, the University purchased the St. Catherine’s Hospital Center for Continuing Care. This purchase added almost to the campus and doubled facility space.

Academics, programs and sports

From the original three majors offered, Grace has grown to offer 17 undergraduate degrees and two graduate degrees. Popular programs include pastoral ministries, psychology, music, and teacher education. Approximately 500 students currently attend. Grace's facilities include a state of the art extensive theological library, a new gym (which is hosting the NCCAA division II Volleyball National Chamiponships in 2007 and 2008), a newly remodeled teacher education wing, and a LAN connection in every dorm room.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Midwest
Setting:
Large City Setting
Type:
Private
Affiliation:
Interdenominational
Size:
Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
360
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
90%
Athletic Programs:
Unavailable
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 13,930
Students Receiving Aid:
98%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 35
Selectivity:
Selective
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Grace University Degree Programs

Associate Degree Programs

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Bachelor’s Degree Programs

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Master’s Degree Programs

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Certificate Programs

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Grace University Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 90%
Part-Time 10%
Men vs. Women
Women 63%
Men 37%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 88%
African-American 7%
Other 4%
Hispanic 1%
Asian 0%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 69%
Out-of-State 31%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Nebraska 69%
Iowa 5%
Colorado 5%
Kansas 4%
Washington 2%
Percent of Students International: 0%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 89%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: No

Grace University Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) Expenses  
Published Tuition and Fees:
 $ 13,930    
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 13,700    
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 230    
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $ 2,335 61%  
State and Local Grants:
 $ 1,073 24%  
Institutional Grants:
 $ 2,659 98%  
Student Loans:
 $ 2,894 78%  
Any Aid:
   98%  

Grace University Admissions

Acceptance Rate: 66% (Selective)
Test Scores  
ACT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting ACT Scores: 99%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Composite: 19, Verbal: 19, Math: 19
Top 75th Percentile: Composite: 25, Verbal: 25, Math: 25

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 35.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Recommended
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Required
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Recommended
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

Photos

  • The dedication stone in the courtyard.
    The dedication stone in the courtyard. [source]
  • The clock tower in the middle of campus.
    The clock tower in the middle of campus. [source]
  • The entrance to the Jim Classen Gymnasium.
    The entrance to the Jim Classen Gymnasium. [source]
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