Elim Bible Institute and College Outcomes

Elim graduates enter ministry with manageable debt burdens. The median debt of $10,247 translates to monthly payments of $109, consuming just 5.7% of the typical graduate's $22,771 starting salary. This debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.45 sits well below the concerning 1.0 threshold that financial experts warn against. The 95.9% employment rate reflects strong demand for Pentecostal ministers and missionaries in evangelical communities. Most graduates pursue pastoral roles, youth ministry, or overseas mission work rather than high-paying corporate careers. While starting salaries appear modest by secular standards, the low debt load and virtually guaranteed job placement in ministry create a strong return on investment for students called to evangelical service.