Introduction and Overview

Charlotte Christian College and Theological Seminary is a private evangelical Christian college and seminary located in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA. It offers associate, bachelor, master, master of theology and doctor of ministry degrees.

History and Founding

The school was founded in 1996 by pastor, educator and theologian Eddie G. Grigg. It was approved as a degree-granting institution in 1997, obtained candidate accreditation in 2003, and obtained full accreditation in 2008. In 2014, it was renamed Charlotte Christian College and Theological Seminary.

School Strength

Faculty: With more than 10 academic staff and more than 10 administrative staff, although the scale is small, the teacher-student ratio is 2:1, which can provide more attention and guidance to students.

Academic achievements: The school focuses on cultivating students' theological literacy and practical ability. After graduation, students can engage in related work in churches, non-profit organizations, educational institutions and other fields.

Teaching resources: The school has the Daniel and Madeline Goldberg Library, which has 27,000 books, 60 journal subscriptions, and subscribes to the ATLA database. Its collection advantage lies in the fields of pastoral ministry and urban ministry.

Nature of the institution

A private evangelical Christian college and seminary that does not belong to a specific denomination.

Educational philosophy

Committed to promoting the development of the gospel of Jesus Christ and his church around the world through education and training, focusing on cultivating students' moral qualities, academic achievements and cross-cultural communication skills, and emphasizing the training of service-oriented leaders so that they can influence the world's cities for Jesus Christ.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: The main research areas include urban Christian ministry, pastoral ministry, and biblical/theological research.

Key laboratories: No relevant information on the school's specific key laboratories was found.

Departments

There are departments of urban Christian ministry, pastoral ministry, biblical and theological research, and general education.

Rankings

In Niche's ranking, it scored 4.26 points, belonging to a small college with an admission rate of 100% and a graduation rate of 25%.

Costs

From the 2018-2019 school year to the 2021-2022 school year, tuition and fees are $10,688, $10,990, $11,125, and $11,125 respectively; book fees are $550, $560, $850, and $850 respectively; room and board for non-resident students are $10,320, $9,176, $14,147, and $14,147 respectively; other costs for non-resident students are $6,724, $5,976, $10,202, and $10,202 respectively; other costs for off-campus residences are $5,081, $4,520, $3,234, and $3,234 respectively.

Campus Environment

Campus Facilities: The school is located in Charlotte and moved to 7520 E. Independence Blvd. in 2019. The campus is equipped with facilities such as libraries, classrooms, and administrative offices, providing students with a good learning and research environment.

Natural Environment: Charlotte has a mild climate with four distinct seasons. There are parks and green spaces around the campus, providing students with a comfortable learning and living atmosphere.

Campus Culture: The school focuses on creating a strong Christian atmosphere, encouraging students to participate in religious activities and community services, and cultivating students' religious beliefs and social responsibility.