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Heritage Christian University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale City: Small
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Dormitory capacity 31
Religious affiliation Churches of Christ
Student to faculty ratio 6 to 1
Acceptance rate 67%
Students retention rate 100%

Located in Florence, Alabama, Heritage Christian University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of Heritage Christian University is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Heritage Christian University is accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 6-to-1, Heritage Christian University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Heritage Christian University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 100% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 73% and 74%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Association for Biblical Higher Education
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2020 admitted students

66.7%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$11,632

Cost of attendance at Heritage Christian University in 2022 for students from Alabama.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Alabama's average $10,612
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$11,632

Cost of attendance at Heritage Christian University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Alabama's average $22,133
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Heritage Christian University received on average $11,168 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$11,168
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 1 100% $6,295 $6,295
Other Federal Grant 1 100% $6,465 $6,465
State Grant/Scholarships 0 0% - -
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 1 100% $4,703 $4,703
Total Grant & Scholarships 1 100% $11,168 $11,168

Service Offerings

Heritage Christian University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Heritage Christian University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)