Moody Bible Institute

Chicago, Illinois · Private nonprofit, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$22,221

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

62.3%

Admission rate

83%

Undergrad size

1,510

In-state tuition

$15,786

Out-of-state tuition

$15,786

Cost of attendance

$34,327

Median earnings (10y)

$45,399

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
83.9%
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

1 program areas reported · Heavily focused on humanities & arts (100% of credentials).

  • Humanities & arts100%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

20 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Theological and Ministerial Studies.Bachelor's238$29,411$14,000
Theological and Ministerial Studies.Master's153$48,836
Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology.Bachelor's143$22,988$15,000
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other.Bachelor's134
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries.Bachelor's121$29,204$12,000
Bible/Biblical Studies.Bachelor's113$33,632$13,097
Bible/Biblical Studies.Master's85$60,141
Religious Education.Bachelor's61$26,972$14,000
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other.Master's36$38,753
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Master's31
Religious Music and Worship.Bachelor's24
Bible/Biblical Studies.Associate's22
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries.Undergraduate certificate12
Bible/Biblical Studies.Undergraduate certificate10
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries.Master's7
Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language.Master's6
Bible/Biblical Studies.Graduate certificate6
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other.Graduate certificate5
Communication and Media Studies.Bachelor's$30,944$11,812
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Bachelor's$34,242

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Moody Bible Institute

Moody Bible Institute is a mid-sized institution located in Chicago, Illinois, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,510 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Theology.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Moody Bible Institute — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $22,221 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $15,786 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $34,327 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 62.3%, a above-average completion outcome. 83.9% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $45,399 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Moody Bible Institute confers degrees and certificates across 1 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Theology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (100% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Moody Bible Institute accepts 83% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission.

Location & campus

Set in Chicago, Illinois (city), Moody Bible Institute draws students from across Illinois and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Moody Bible Institute

Q.How much does Moody Bible Institute cost?

The average net price at Moody Bible Institute is $22,221 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $34,327.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Moody Bible Institute?

Moody Bible Institute has a 6-year graduation rate of 62.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How hard is it to get into Moody Bible Institute?

Moody Bible Institute admits 83% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.

Q.How much do Moody Bible Institute graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Moody Bible Institute graduate earns $45,399 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Moody Bible Institute?

Published tuition is $15,786 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Moody Bible Institute located?

Moody Bible Institute is located in Chicago, Illinois (ZIP 60610).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Moody Bible Institute at their official website.