Mission
Steinbach Bible College is an evangelical, Anabaptist college empowering servant leaders to follow Jesus, serve the church, and engage the world.
Vision
Multicultural graduates serving in meaningful vocations and making followers of Jesus.

Learning Outcomes Inventory
SBC’s Learning Outcomes Inventory is a self-assessment of entering and BA graduating students. Scores are a percentage of students claiming a proficiency of 5, 6, or 7 on a 7-point scale.
Outcome Categories
Bible Theology
Arts & Science
Ministry Studies
New
72%
75%
63%
Grad
96%
94%
98%
Learning Outcome
Biblical Understanding
Theological Convictions
Christian Life & Character
Critical Thinking
Effective Communication
Integrative Thinking
Intercultural Awareness
Ministry Mindset
Interpersonal Competence
Servant Leadership
Ministry Area Proficiency
New
26%
13%
56%
30%
22%
4%
39%
48%
43%
26%
22%
Grad
100%
87%
100%
96%
96%
87%
96%
100%
100%
96%
96%
Retention Rates
Retention indicates the percentage of students registered in on-campus programs who continue from the start of Year 1, to the start of Year 2, etc.
From SBC Registration Statistics Data – Adjusted 2nd, 3rd, and 4th-Year Retention [Below ex. (2nd-year returnees/possible 2nd-year returnees) x 100 = Retention Rate
Outcome Categories
1st-Year Incoming Student
1st to 2nd-Year Returnees (minus grads)
2nd to 3rd-Year Returnees (minus grads)
3rd to 4th-Year Returnees (minus grads)
2015-16
53
97.5%
126.67%
60%
2016-17
47
76.74%
61.76%
0%
2017-18
44
74.36%
78.79%
250%
2018-19
50
90.91%
65.52%
150%
2019-20
45
69.44%
66.67%
400%
2020-21
50
91.18%
108%
33.3%
Average
49.83
83.36%
84.57%
148.89%
Pursuit - 1st year
-
-
33%
33%
50%
0% - DNR
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Graduation completion Rates
Completion rates measure the number of students who completed their program within 1 1/2 times the allotted timeframe. For example, those who completed a three-year bachelor’s degree in 4.5 years or less
Undergraduate Class Size (Total)
Undergraduate Class Size (BA 3yr)
Undergraduate Class Size (BA 4yr)
Undergraduate Completion Rate
2010
32
26
N/A
75.76%
2011
41
20
2
73.08%
2012
44
18
1
67.57%
2013
31
13
2
71.88%
2014
32
11
2
75%
AVerage
43
17.6
1.75
72.66%
ABHE Bible Knowledge Exam
The ABHE Bible Knowledge Exam is a standardized undergraduate test given to first-year students on arrival, and BA graduates in their final semester. Graduating student results are compared with incoming students and graduating students from 200 colleges across North America.
Performance by Category
Pentateuch
Historical Books
Psalms & Wisdom Literature
Prophets
Gospels
Acts
Pauline Epistles
General Epistles
Revelation
Bible As A Whole
2021-22 First Year
62%
53%
35%
44%
54%
48%
43%
41%
69%
63%
2021-22 Graduates
79%
74%
53%
58%
78%
68%
65%
51%
93%
74%
ABHE Average %
72%
63%
55%
57%
67%
63%
63%
55%
73%
72%
Performance by Category
Bible Genre
Bible General Knowledge
Christology
Covenant
Eschatology
NT General Knowledge
NT Vocabulary
OT General Knowledge
OT Vocabulary
Revelation
Soteriology
Theology
2021-22 First Year
55%
58%
52%
56%
75%
49%
53%
51%
69%
72%
55%
57%
2021-22 Graduates
43%
78%
73%
72%
80%
71%
80%
69%
90%
73%
69%
73%
ABHE Average %
55%
67%
67%
65%
83%
65%
64%
62%
77%
73%
70%
70%
Placement & Service Rates
Placement rates indicate how many graduates are serving in a related field and/or pursuing further education in a related field 6 months after graduation.
BA Grads (6 months)
Year
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
Grad Responses
11
15
12
12
10
Further Education
36.36%
74%
41.67%
41.67%
20%
Employed*
90.91%
100%
100%
83.33%
100%
Volunteer Ministry
81.82%
86.67%
66.67%
66.67%
90%
Volunteer Community
9.09%
6.76%
16.67%
8.33%
10%
AA & BA Grads (3 and 4 Year)
Year
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
Grad Responses
31
28
25
28
35
further education
35.48%
60.71%
60%
46.43%
54.29%
Employed*
90.32%
92.86%
96%
89.29%
97.14%
Volunteer Ministry
58.06%
64.29%
60%
50%
60%
Volunteer Community
12.9%
7.14%
20%
10.71%
20%
* Includes those who are currently a student in further education.
Graduate Employment & Service Rates
Surveys of graduates with Certificate, Associate, and Bachelor degrees taken within 6 months, 5 years, and 10 years after graduation.
Year
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
Grad Responses
30
34
26
36
43
further education
33.33%
50%
53.84%
55.56%
60.47%
Employed*
93.33%
100%
100%
88.89%
97.67%
Volunteer Ministry
63.33%
61.76%
65.76%
50%
53.49%
Volunteer Community
16.67%
8.82%
19.23%
16.67%
16.28%
* Includes those who are currently a student in further education.
Policies
Student Handbook
A full outline of SBC's policies can be found in the current student handbook.
Access the SBC Student Handbook here.
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Privacy Policy
Steinbach Bible College understands the critical importance of privacy to our students, staff, donors, alumni and other supports of our school. Our policy defines the principles and procedures related to the confidentiality and security of personal information collected and stored in the course of conducting the Organization’s affairs.
The Organization’s web sites may contain links to other third party sites that are not governed by this privacy policy. Although we endeavour to only link to sites with high privacy standards, our privacy policy will no longer apply once you leave the Organization’s Web site. Additionally, we are not responsible for the privacy practices employed by other third party web sites. Therefore, we suggest you examine the privacy statements of those sites to learn how your information may be collected, used, shared and disclosed. Steinbach Bible College values its relationship with students, alumni, donors and staff, and is committed to protecting the privacy rights of these stakeholders. We are therefore committed to maintaining the accuracy, confidentiality, and security of personal information. Our privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose and safeguard the personal information you provide to us. By providing personal information to us, you consent to our collection, use and disclosure of your personal information in accordance with this privacy policy. As part of the Organization’s commitment to treat your personal information with respect, we follow these ten fair information principles (the “Principles”) as set out in Generally Accepted Privacy Principles (GAPP) developed by the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants and American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. We will maintain and protect the personal information under our control. We have policies and procedures for ensuring privacy and security of data, which are strictly enforced to protect the individuals from whom we may collect personal information. We have a Privacy Officer who is responsible for ensuring our compliance with the Principles and this privacy policy. To view our full privacy policy or if you have questions about this privacy policy or our use of your information, or if you need help changing your personal information, please contact the privacy officer at Privacy@SCSchools.ca. We have implemented policies and procedures that implement this Privacy Policy which includes communication and providing training to our employees on these policies and procedures.
The Organization’s web sites may contain links to other third party sites that are not governed by this privacy policy. Although we endeavour to only link to sites with high privacy standards, our privacy policy will no longer apply once you leave the Organization’s Web site. Additionally, we are not responsible for the privacy practices employed by other third party web sites. Therefore, we suggest you examine the privacy statements of those sites to learn how your information may be collected, used, shared and disclosed. Steinbach Bible College values its relationship with students, alumni, donors and staff, and is committed to protecting the privacy rights of these stakeholders. We are therefore committed to maintaining the accuracy, confidentiality, and security of personal information. Our privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose and safeguard the personal information you provide to us. By providing personal information to us, you consent to our collection, use and disclosure of your personal information in accordance with this privacy policy. As part of the Organization’s commitment to treat your personal information with respect, we follow these ten fair information principles (the “Principles”) as set out in Generally Accepted Privacy Principles (GAPP) developed by the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants and American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. We will maintain and protect the personal information under our control. We have policies and procedures for ensuring privacy and security of data, which are strictly enforced to protect the individuals from whom we may collect personal information. We have a Privacy Officer who is responsible for ensuring our compliance with the Principles and this privacy policy. To view our full privacy policy or if you have questions about this privacy policy or our use of your information, or if you need help changing your personal information, please contact the privacy officer at Privacy@SCSchools.ca. We have implemented policies and procedures that implement this Privacy Policy which includes communication and providing training to our employees on these policies and procedures.
Security and Fire Safety
Fire Procedures and Drills
Fire drills will be carried out from time to time to help students familiarize themselves with procedures. Students should read the procedures posted throughout the building.
Remember to leave quickly, but do not panic or run, and do not stop to carry out goods.
In case of fire or alarm in the administration building:
In case of fire or alarm in the residences:
Fire hazards should be reported or eliminated.
Fire drills will be carried out from time to time to help students familiarize themselves with procedures. Students should read the procedures posted throughout the building.
Remember to leave quickly, but do not panic or run, and do not stop to carry out goods.
In case of fire or alarm in the administration building:
- Sound the alarm.
- Leave the building as per posted fire escape plan.
- Assemble together until notified.
In case of fire or alarm in the residences:
- Sound the alarm.
- Clear the building and assemble in the soccer field.
- Inform the Residence Director or the Dean of Student Services. CGLs account for Care Groups.
- The building may not be re-entered until the all-clear signal is given by the Director of Maintenance.
Fire hazards should be reported or eliminated.
Canadian Anti-Spam Law Policy
Steinbach Bible College will not fail to follow a reasonable and fair interpretation of Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL)