Bob Jones University

Theological posture

Conservative evangelical

Not necessarily Reformed. Doctrinally conservative Baptist, fundamentalist and non-denominational schools with statements of faith on inerrancy and creation. They differ from the Westminster Standards on matters such as baptism, church government and eschatology. A good fit for families seeking a conservative education that is not strictly Reformed.

Doctrinal basis. The BJU Creed affirms biblical inspiration, creation of man by the direct act of God, the virgin birth, the vicarious atonement, the bodily resurrection and the new birth by the Holy Spirit; the university also publishes position statements on specific issues (BJU).

Points to weigh

• Not Reformed: it identifies with historic Fundamentalism, including separation from perceived apostasy.
• Accredited by both the regional accreditor SACSCOC and by TRACS (BJU).
• A 2014 independent GRACE report on BJU's handling of abuse reports found the university had discouraged reporting; the president apologized (Wikipedia).

Classification and points to weigh are reformededucation.org's judgments from the sources listed below. They describe and do not endorse; confirm current details with the institution.