Blue Mountain Christian University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Blue Mountain, Mississippi with 498 undergraduates. It admits 89% of applicants, costs an average of $26,306 a year after grants and graduates 43% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Blue Mountain Christian University acceptance rate and admissions
Blue Mountain Christian University admitted 89% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024. The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Blue Mountain Christian University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $21,080 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $10,124 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $35,487 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $26,306 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $26,306 a year after grants and scholarships, $9,181 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
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Blue Mountain Christian University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 43% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $42,093 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $19,110 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 45% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Blue Mountain Christian University majors and what graduates earn
Blue Mountain Christian University awarded bachelor's degrees in 20 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from business administration ($49,805).
All 20 majors at Blue Mountain Christian University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | 23 | $35,181 | $49,805 | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 26 | $39,229 | $39,440 | $17,756 |
| Psychology | 14 | $30,334 | $33,003 | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 26 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | 9 | $39,922 | n/a | n/a |
| Bible/Biblical Studies | 6 | $33,158 | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Romance languages | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Religious Music and Worship | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Business analytics and operations research | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer Programming | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical lab science | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Blue Mountain Christian University
3 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 3 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 498 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 49% women, 51% men
- 13 students for every faculty member
- Setting: rural, distant
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Blue Mountain Christian University?
Blue Mountain Christian University admitted 89% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Blue Mountain Christian University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $21,080. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $26,306 a year in 2024-25.
Is Blue Mountain Christian University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Blue Mountain Christian University reported that test scores were: required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Blue Mountain Christian University?
43% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Blue Mountain Christian University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $42,093 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.