College of Biblical Studies–Houston

Key Highlights

• Founded in Houston in 1976; first classes were offered in 1979.
• Institutionally accredited by SACSCOC and ABHE.
• Authorized to award associate and baccalaureate degrees.
• Houston classes are available during the day, evening, and weekend.

Student Life & Environment

Student life is organized around Christian formation, worship, service, and relationships rather than a conventional residential-college model. The 2025–2026 student handbook says chapel brings students, faculty, and staff together for worship, prayer, Bible study, and fellowship. Chapel is typically accessible through a weekly online meeting, with periodic in-person gatherings and livestreaming. The Discipleship Department also provides spiritual support, while faculty, staff, and an approved external-counselor referral list are available for personal, spiritual, or academic concerns. The Student Council coordinates student-led activities, promotes fellowship and spiritual life, and provides a channel for student ideas. The college’s student-life page also advertises community-service activities and events. Houston students have access to a student lounge, prayer space, study areas, library resources, and an emergency notification system. The Miller Library includes a computer lab and four audiovisual-equipped group study rooms. CBS’s faith commitments materially shape the campus environment. Students should read the doctrinal statement, code of conduct, and policies in the current handbook before enrolling. The official materials reviewed do not identify institution-operated residence halls or a meal plan, so students who need housing should ask the college whether any referral assistance exists and budget independently until arrangements are confirmed.

Location & Surroundings

The Houston campus is at 7000 Regency Square Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77036. It serves as the institution’s principal office and is distinct from the additional Indianapolis location and the online campus. Students should make sure that any program, class schedule, student service, or immigration information they use applies specifically to Houston. The campus format appears oriented toward students who commute, combine school with employment or ministry, or mix campus and online courses. Day, evening, and weekend classes provide scheduling flexibility, but actual course availability can vary by term and program. The reviewed official materials do not confirm residential facilities, a dining program, or routine transportation services. Prospective students should therefore investigate travel time, parking or public-transit options, and nearby housing before committing, particularly if relocating to Houston. Dallas Theological Seminary’s Houston extension is located on the CBS campus, which is relevant to students considering the linked 4+1 or 4+2 pathways. That physical proximity does not make the two institutions or their admissions processes interchangeable.

Costs & Career Outcomes

For 2026–2027, CBS lists tuition at $395 per credit hour and a $350 general-services fee each semester. Its published example for a traditional bachelor’s student taking 12 credits in both fall and spring totals $9,480 in tuition plus $700 in general-services fees, or $10,180 for the academic year. The application fee is $40. Other charges can apply, including graduation, independent-study, late-payment, transcript, and international-student fees. The college reserves the right to change charges, so students should obtain a personalized bill. No current institutional room-and-board figure was found, consistent with the absence of verified college housing. Students may apply for federal aid using school code 034224. The official aid page lists federal grants and loans, possible Federal Work-Study, the Texas Tuition Equalization Grant for eligible Texas residents, institutional scholarships, and specified veterans’ benefits. Institutional scholarship applicants must first be admitted and generally complete the scholarship portal application; many recipients must also file the FAFSA annually. Awards are not guaranteed and may change if enrollment changes. Career support is ministry-oriented but not limited to ministry searches. The 2025–2026 handbook describes a WorkFaith partnership offering coaching, résumé review, interview preparation, training, and job-search assistance, plus a directory of career and ministry opportunities. CBS explicitly says it does not track alumni employment or make statistical claims about graduate employability, so applicants should evaluate program fit without assuming a published placement rate or salary outcome.