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Everything we do at 51³Ô¹Ï every program, every course, every event—is designed to fulfill our mission: glorifying God by equipping graduates to serve as transformational leaders for church and society. When you choose 51³Ô¹Ï, you’re choosing more than an academically minded environment. You’re stepping into a community that will join you as you seek His purpose for your life.

40
States Represented
17
Countries Represented
2200+
Total Enrollment

Core Values

Christ-Centered
God’s Son is our reason.

Biblically Faithful
God’s Word is our Standard.

Academically Excellent
God’s honor is our intent.

Mission Focused
God’s glory is our pursuit.

Fall 2025 Enrollment Fast Facts

Graduate

Online Undergraduate

Traditional Undergraduate

Total Fall 2025 Enrollment

1,203 or 72% of traditional undergraduate students live in residence halls on the Tigerville, SC, campus

Gender (Traditional Undergraduates)

50.5 male, 49.5 female student ratio graph

Student/Faculty Ratio

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Top Majors by Enrollment

Management: 211
Health Science: 146
Sports Management: 101
Christian Studies: 94
Early Childhood Education: 91
Biology: 88

Includes minors and certificate offerings.

Geographic Distribution of Traditional Undergraduate Students

South Carolina

72.78%
1,211 students

Close to Home
Nearly three quarters (72.78%) of our traditional undergraduate students are South Carolina residents, bringing their unique local perspectives to our campus community.

Out of State

25.84%
430 students

National Reach
Just over a quarter (25.84%) of our traditional undergraduates come from across the United States, fostering an environment where students from diverse backgrounds come together to learn, grow, and exchange ideas.

International

1.38%
23 students

Global Connections
Twenty-three of our traditional undergrads are international students, adding a global dimension to our classrooms, and fostering cross-cultural exchange and understanding.

In today’s interconnected world, choosing the right university is critical for your spiritual, academic and career journey. University rankings offer a quick look at an institution’s strengths, helping you in your decision-making. At 51³Ô¹Ï, we understand the significance of rankings as a measure of our commitment to academic excellence and life transforming experiences.

U.S. News & World Report

#33
in Top Performers on Social Mobility
#36
in Best Value Schools
#42
of 135 in Regional Universities South

Niche

#1
in Safest College Campuses in South Carolina
#4
of 24 Best Colleges for Education in South Carolina
#5
in Most Diverse Colleges in South Carolina
#14
of 932 Most Conservative Colleges in America
#61
of 468 Best Colleges for Sport Management in America
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51³Ô¹Ï (51³Ô¹Ï) admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.