Carolina Christian College

What Carolina Christian College does

Carolina Christian College is a private, not-for-profit special-purpose faith-based institution of higher education headquartered in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Founded in 1945 as The Christian Institute by Dr. R. L. Peters and J. W. West, the college was renamed Winston-Salem Bible College and later rebranded as Carolina Christian College in May 2007. The college is accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE) and is chartered by the State of North Carolina, offering certificates and degrees at the Associate, Baccalaureate, Master's, and Doctoral levels with a primary mission of preparing men and women for Christian ministry and community service, with a particular focus on the African-American community. The college maintains a 3:1 student-to-faculty ratio with an average class size of 12 and 44% of faculty holding terminal degrees.

The college generates revenue primarily through tuition ($3,990/semester for undergraduates, $5,000/semester for graduate students, $5,600/semester for the Doctor of Ministry), with students paying approximately 25% of actual cost and the remainder subsidized through donations from congregations and individuals. Additional revenue streams include housing ($2,200-$4,200/semester), certificate programs ranging from $500 to $2,500, and a variety of administrative fees. The institution distributes its programs through on-campus instruction, fully online programs via Zoom, and hybrid formats, and in 2023 launched the SWIM (Student Workforce & Innovation Movement) platform and the Carolina TIUA (Transnational Intercontinental University Alliance) in partnership with Millersville University and the University of Cape Coast (Ghana), delivering certificate programs in asset tokenization, AgriTech, and AI-enabled ministry. The college also operates NCCAA Division II athletic programs including men's and women's basketball, men's and women's soccer, and cross country, with New Balance as its exclusive athletic apparel partner.

The college is governed by a Board of Directors chaired by Dr. Denisha Hendricks, with a leadership team including President Dr. LaTanya Tyson (5th President), Dean of Students Tyrone Tyson, Director of Graduate Studies William Lindsay, Director of Finance Garriell Lucas, and Athletic Director Maurice Crocker. The institution operates without venture capital or private equity backing, relying on tuition, donations, and partnership revenues to sustain its mission-driven operations.

Name

Carolina Christian College

Legal name

Carolina Christian College

Website

http://www.carolina.edu/

Company type

Private

Founded year

1945

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Carolina Christian College is a private, not-for-profit faith-based institution in Winston-Salem, NC, founded in 1945, offering Associate to Doctoral degrees in Christian ministry. It serves African-American ministry leaders, adult learners, and ordination candidates through on-campus, online, and hybrid programs, with revenue from tuition, donations, and certificates.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Christian Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Bible Colleges (Undergraduate Ministry & Biblical Studies) (EDAHAKAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Christian Colleges with Theological Programs (EDAHAKAG), Denominational Theological Colleges (e.g., Catholic, Orthodox, Protestant, Evangelical) (EDAHAKAM)

Keywords

• Christian higher education
• Biblical ministry training
• Theological degree programs
• Seminary education
• Ordination preparation

Headquarters

HQ city

Winston Salem

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Primary revenue stream from undergraduate ($3,990/semester full-time) and graduate ($5,000/semester full-time) tuition. Additional revenue from application fees, electronic book fees, student services, and administrative fees. The college notes students pay approximately 25% of actual tuition cost with remainder subsidized through donations.
2. Donations and Charitable Giving: Institutional fundraising through general fund donations, scholarship contributions, and fan merchandise sales. Supported by congregations and individuals nationally to subsidize student tuition costs.
3. Housing and Dining: Revenue from student housing (Centurion Hall, Young Hall, Anderson Hall) ranging from $2,200-$4,200 per semester depending on occupancy. Additional meal plan revenue at $1,000 per semester.
4. Certificate Programs: Non-credit certificate programs including Real Estate Investment ($2,500), Spiritual Life Coach ($2,500), and 21st Century Leadership ($500), generating additional revenue streams beyond degree programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Carolina Christian College is a private not-for-profit faith-based institution that delivers biblically based academic programs preparing men and women for Christian ministry and community service. It offers certificates and degrees at the Associate, Baccalaureate, Master's, and Doctoral levels, including ministry degrees, graduate certificates, ordination preparation pathways, and church-based theological training, with select programs delivered online and through international partnerships.

Product overview

Carolina Christian College is a private, not-for-profit, faith-based institution offering a unified portfolio of Christian higher education products spanning undergraduate degrees (Associate of Arts in Ministry, Bachelor of Arts in Ministry with multiple minors including Graphic Design with AI), graduate degrees (Master of Religious Education with Pastoral Care and Christian Education specializations, Doctor of Ministry), and professional certificate programs (21st Century Real Estate Investment, 21st Century Leadership, Spiritual Life Coach, Ministers in Training, Pathways to Ordination, Pathway to Ministry in Leadership). The institution also offers technology-focused courses through the SWIM/Carolina TIUA collaborative ecosystem, including Asset Tokenization, AgriTech Futures, and AI-Enabled Ministry programs. All offerings integrate biblical scholarship with practical ministry preparation for students preparing for Christian leadership roles.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Associate of Arts in Ministry A 60-semester-hour undergraduate ministry program for non-traditional adult learners integrating biblical studies, general education, and ministry coursework.
• Bachelor of Arts in Ministry A 120-semester-hour baccalaureate degree requiring at least 33 hours in Biblical Studies, 36 hours in arts and sciences core, 9 hours in ministry courses, and 22 hours in a selected minor concentration.
• Master of Religious Education (MRE) A 57-semester-hour professional master's degree preparing students for roles such as Director of Christian Education or Director of Youth/Children's Ministry, offered with Pastoral Care and Christian Education specializations.
• Doctor of Ministry A 36-postgraduate-hour hybrid doctoral program for Christian leaders to obtain advanced training in theology and leadership, with a 3-year cohort duration and dissertation requirement.
• 21st Century Real Estate Investment Graduate Certificate A non-credit, one-year graduate certificate ($2,500) designed for degree holders or professionals to learn how to create a comprehensive written plan to execute their first real estate investment.
• 21st Century Leadership Program An 8-week leadership program ($500) providing participants with skills in emotional intelligence, effective communication, influence, and vision, earning 3 credits in Strategic Planning upon completion.
• Spiritual Life Coach Program An 8-week online certification program ($2,500) that trains individuals to become certified spiritual life coaches helping others find deeper connection with God's purpose through guided 1-hour sessions.
• MIT – Ministers in Training A 1-year collaborative church-based theological education program ($150/course) for aspiring church pastors without formal Bible training, offering customizable courses aligned with church and denominational needs.
• Pathways to Ordination A nationally accredited 10-course ordination preparation program ($150/course) designed to prepare and commission those called to full-time ministry, culminating in ordination credentials.
• Pathway to Ministry in Leadership A partnership initiative between Restorations, Inc. and Carolina Christian College offering a 10-course certificate program resulting in a Certificate of Ministry in Leadership, with pathway to ministry credentialing.
• Graphic Design with AI Minor A baccalaureate minor equipping students with design principles, industry-standard tools, and AI methodologies for branding, digital media, UI/UX design, and visual storytelling to assist ministries and churches.
• Asset Tokenization & Digital Value Systems (SWIM/Carolina TIUA) A course exploring asset tokenization as a transformative economic tool, examining how physical and intangible assets can be digitally represented, fractionalized, and managed using secure digital frameworks.
• AgriTech Futures – Transforming Agriculture Through Innovation (SWIM/Carolina TIUA) A course examining how technology can revolutionize agriculture, strengthen food security, and create scalable agribusiness opportunities through AI, data analytics, and mobile tech.
• AI-Enabled Ministry, Compliance & Digital Expansion (SWIM/Carolina TIUA) A course equipping faith-based leaders with tools to expand their reach responsibly through AI, digital platforms, data governance, and compliance while remaining spiritually grounded.
• Student Housing (Centurion Hall, Young Hall, Anderson Hall) On-campus student housing with semester-based occupancy options ranging from $2,200 to $4,200 per semester, offered alongside meal plans at $1,000 per semester.

Quantifiable outcome

• 75% of 2025 graduates employed in full-time ministry
• +3 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Millersville UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership within the Carolina TIUA (Transnational Intercontinental University Alliance) framework. Jointly develops and delivers academic programs and credentials in disruptive technologies including asset tokenization, AgriTech, and AI-enabled ministry for global workforce development.
• University of Cape Coast (Ghana)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational academic partnership within the Carolina TIUA initiative providing local academic partnership and credential pathways for students in Ghana and emerging African markets. Supports delivery of disruptive technology certificate programs.
• SWIM (Student Workforce & Innovation Movement)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorkforce activation and student engagement partnership powering innovation pipelines for the Carolina TIUA educational programs. SWIM cohorts participate in technology and ministry certificate programs delivered through the alliance.
• ACRELSminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerApplied research, economic modeling, and policy-aligned innovation frameworks partner supporting Carolina TIUA curriculum development and real-world relevance.
• WCP Consulting & CommunicationsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerStrategy, narrative architecture, stakeholder alignment, and global positioning services supporting Carolina TIUA program launch and international expansion.
• C-Innovation GroupminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInnovation execution and ecosystem development partner supporting scalable implementation of Carolina TIUA educational models.
• Restorations, Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrdaining body partner for the Pathway to Ministry in Leadership certificate program. Following the fourth course, students are offered ministry credentialing opportunities including licensing (annual renewal) or ordination (permanent credentials).
• New BalancecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive athletic apparel partnership where New Balance equips all athletic programs, coaches, and staff with exclusive New Balance merchandise. Fan merchandise available through Best Buy Soccer online store.
• Master Life Coach Training InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCurriculum partnership for the Grand Coaching program providing time-honored and tested principles of Life Coaching within the Christian worldview framework for grandparent ministry.
• NCCAA (National Christian College Athletic Association)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAthletic conference membership as Division II member in the South Region. Enables competitive athletics in men's & women's basketball and men's soccer while representing the college's mission of Christian service and athletic competition.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Morris Brown College: Morris Brown College is a private HBCU in Atlanta with a faith-based heritage and ministry-adjacent programming. It is comparable as a small, historically Black, faith-rooted institution in the Southeast serving a similar demographic.

Direct peers

• Central Christian College of the Bible: Central Christian College of the Bible is a small, ABHE-accredited Bible college in Moberly, Missouri offering ministry-focused associate and bachelor's degrees. It is comparable as a similarly scaled, denominationally rooted Bible college with a comparable tuition and program structure.
• Heritage Bible College: Heritage Bible College is a historically Black Bible college in North Carolina focused on training ministers and Christian leaders. It directly overlaps with Carolina Christian College on mission, target demographic, theological emphasis, and small-scale biblical higher education delivery.
• Atlanta Bible College (formerly Carver Bible Institute): Atlanta Bible College is a historically Black Bible college in Atlanta focused on ministry training for African-American students. It is a direct peer to Carolina Christian College on demographic mission, biblical higher education focus, and small-scale delivery model.
• Beulah Heights University: Beulah Heights University is a private, faith-based institution in Atlanta offering Bible-centered associate, bachelor's, and master's programs with a Pentecostal/charismatic orientation. It is comparable to Carolina Christian College as a small, mission-driven Bible college targeting adult learners and ministry preparation.
• Carolina University: Carolina University is a private, faith-based institution in North Carolina offering ministry, theology, and liberal arts programs at the associate through doctoral levels. It is one of the closest direct peers to Carolina Christian College given overlapping geography, faith-based mission, and similar program mix including online and on-campus delivery.

Broad incumbents

• Mid-America Christian University: Mid-America Christian University is an established, broader Christian university in Oklahoma offering ministry, arts, and professional programs at multiple levels. It is comparable as a larger-scale faith-based institution with overlapping ministry programs and online delivery, but a wider portfolio.
• Liberty University: Liberty University is a large, broad Christian university offering extensive online ministry, theology, and doctoral programs. It is comparable as a faith-based competitor with overlapping degree and online offerings, but at vastly greater scale, brand reach, and federal accreditation depth.
• Moody Bible Institute: Moody Bible Institute is a long-established, large Bible college and seminary in Chicago with broad ministry training and distance learning programs. It is comparable on core Bible-college mission and program mix but operates at materially greater scale and brand recognition.

Others

• Restorations, Inc. Restorations, Inc. is a partner ordaining body that delivers the Pathway to Ministry in Leadership program jointly with Carolina Christian College. It is included as an adjacent ecosystem participant given its integration with CCC's ordination pipeline.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Funding overview

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