Charis Bible College is the ministry training school of Andrew Wommack Ministries, based in Woodland Park, Colorado, west of Colorado Springs. It is one of the most searched Bible schools in the country, and it draws students who want intensive, Spirit-filled ministry training.
Find Bible Schools is not affiliated with Charis. This page explains what the school is built to do — and what it is not — so you can decide with clear eyes. For official details, visit charisbiblecollege.org.
How the program is structured
- Core training: generally a two-year program focused on Bible teaching, faith, healing, and practical ministry, rooted in Andrew Wommack's teaching.
- Specialty years: optional further study in areas such as worship, ministry leadership, or missions. Offerings change, so check the current catalog.
- Formats: on-campus in Colorado, plus distance options and affiliated campuses.
Is Charis accredited?
This is the most important question for many applicants. Charis has historically positioned itself as a ministry training school, not as an institution accredited by an agency the U.S. Department of Education recognizes. That matters for three things: federal financial aid, credit transfer, and graduate admission.
Accreditation status can change, so verify it yourself in the Department of Education's DAPIP database and the CHEA directory. Our step-by-step verification guide shows how, and accreditation explained covers why it matters.
Cost and financial aid
Tuition, fees, and housing vary by program and format, so check current pricing with Charis directly. Federal aid such as Pell Grants requires a school that participates in Title IV — search the Federal School Code list to see if a school qualifies. For ways to fund ministry training, see our Bible school scholarships guide or try the financial aid calculator.
Who Charis is a good fit for
- People who want ministry training in Andrew Wommack's teaching tradition.
- Students who don't need a transferable degree or federal aid.
- Lay leaders and volunteers who want deep Bible study without a full degree program.
If you think you may want a bachelor's degree, an MDiv, chaplaincy, or a job that requires an accredited degree, weigh an accredited school instead — or ask the next school before you start whether it will count Charis study.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is Charis Bible College?
- Charis Bible College is a ministry training school founded by Bible teacher Andrew Wommack and operated by Andrew Wommack Ministries. Its main campus is in Woodland Park, Colorado, and it also offers distance-learning options and affiliated campuses in other locations.
- Is Charis Bible College accredited?
- Charis has historically operated as a ministry training school rather than an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or CHEA. Accreditation status can change, so search the school in the Department of Education's DAPIP database and ask Charis directly before you enroll if accreditation matters to your plans.
- Can I use FAFSA at Charis Bible College?
- Federal student aid (Pell Grants and federal loans) is only available at schools that participate in Title IV, which requires recognized accreditation. If Charis is not listed as a Title IV school in the Federal School Code search, FAFSA aid will not apply. Confirm with the school and on StudentAid.gov.
- Do Charis credits transfer to other colleges?
- Credits from schools without recognized accreditation usually do not transfer to accredited colleges, though some schools review coursework case by case or offer credit by exam. If you may want a bachelor's or master's degree later, ask the receiving school before you start.
- How long is the Charis program?
- Charis is generally structured as a two-year core program, with optional additional years in specialized ministry schools. Check the school's current catalog for exact program lengths and options.
- What are accredited alternatives to Charis?
- If you want a charismatic or Spirit-filled school with recognized accreditation, look at ABHE- or regionally accredited Pentecostal and charismatic colleges. Our Pentecostal Bible colleges guide and Colorado seminaries guide list options you can verify.
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