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Tuition & Scholarship Information
for Master’s Programs
On this page contains an overview of key tuition and scholarship information for LBC | Capital’s masters programs.
2023-24 Graduate/Seminary Cost of Attendance*
Masters (per credit)
Full Time Tuition: $455 (15% discount)
Part Time Tuition: $535
Social Work Full Time Tuition: $468
Social Work Part Time Tuition: $550
[full time = 9 credits, part time = 6 credits]
Student Service Fee
Grad/Sem programs: $175 per term/semester
| Full Time 2 semesters (18 credits) | Master of Social Work | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition: | $8,190 | $8,424 |
| Transportation: | $1,652 | $1,652 |
| Fees: | $350 | $150 |
| Personal: | $5,404 | $5,404 |
| Books/Supplies: | $660 | $660 |
| Housing/Food | $7,956 | $7,956 |
| Bank Fees: | $84 | $84 |
| Totals: | $24,296 | $24,680 |
**Budget increased if taking summer classes
All programs may contain both institutional and non-institutional fees (such as licensure.) Please contact the financial aid office for questions about individual program related fees.
Tuition Costs for Seminary Masters
NOTE: The tuition costs listed below are calculated at the full time (9 credits) per semester discounted rate. Part time costs will be higher.
Total Tuition Cost Per Program
(not including student fees, books or other fees, like residency)
| Program | Credits | FT Cost | PT Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Divinity (MDiv) | 75 | $34,125 | $40,125 |
| Biblical Studies (MABS) | 48 | $21,840 | $25,680 |
| Christian Apologetics (MA) | 36 | $16,380 | $19,260 |
| Christian Care (MACC) | 48 | $21,840 | $25,680 |
| Formational Leadership (MAFL) | 30 | — | $16,050* |
| Ministry (MAM) | 48 | $21,840 | $25,680 |
*Ask your admissions counselor about the additional required residency expenses.
Tuition Costs for Graduate School Masters
NOTE: The tuition costs listed below are calculated at the full time (9 credits) per semester discounted rate. Part time costs will be higher.
Total Tuition Cost Per Program
(not including student fees, books or other fees, like residency)
| Program | Credits | FT Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration: Nonprofit (MBA) | 48 | TBA |
| Counseling Programs – Addiction, Marriage, Clinical | 60 | $27,300 |
| Curriculum & Instruction (MEd) | 36 | $16,835 |
| Early Childhood Education (MEd) – No PA Certification | 39 | $18,200 |
| Early Childhood Education (MEd) – with PA Certification | 54 | $25,025 |
| English as a Second Language (MEd) | 42 | $17,745 |
| Health & Physical Education (MEd) – No PA Certification | 45 | $20,930 |
| Health & Physical Education (MEd) – with PA Certification | 57 | $26,390 |
| Nonprofit Management (MS) | 33 | TBA |
| Professional School Counseling (MEd) | 48 | $21,840 |
| Social Work (MSW) – Regular Standing Part-time [8 semesters] | 60 | $33,550 |
| Social Work (MSW) Advanced Standing Part-time [5 semesters] | 33 | $18,700 |
| Special Education (MEd) | 42 | $17,745 |
| Sport Management (MSS) | 36 | $16,835 |
| Strategic Communication Leadership (MASCL) | 34 | $15,925 |
Tuition Costs for Graduate Certificates or Post-Baccalaureate Certification
Total Tuition Cost Per Program
(not including student fees, books or other fees)
| Program | Credits | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Certificate in Biblical Integration | 18 | $8,190 |
| Post-Bacc. Certification, Early Childhood Education | 45 | $20,930 |
| Post-Bacc. Certification, Health & Physical Education | 45 | $20,930 |
Scholarship Opportunities for Masters Students
There are several scholarships available to seminary & graduate masters students. Please read the description of each to find out if you are eligible and how to apply. Email LBC’s Financial Aid Office if you need to speak with a financial aid specialist.
ABHE Academic Scholarship for Faculty & Administrative Leaders
The College is committed to working with ABHE member institutions to assist their full-time faculty and administrative leaders to earn their master’s or doctoral degree through LBC | Capital. Two scholarship opportunities are available to accomplish this.
ABHE Matching Scholarship (up to50%)
LBC | Capital will provide an academic scholarship for up to 50% of tuition and fees to all full-time faculty and administrative leaders serving at ABHE member institutions. Students must be matriculated into a doctoral, seminary or graduate school program.
The College will match the amount provided by your ABHE institution, up to 50%. That means you could earn your graduate degree with little out-of-pocket expense, provided your ABHE school will fund the other 50% of your educational expenses.
To apply for the ABHE Matching Scholarship, have your school’s Human Resource Administrator send verification on institutional letterhead of your full-time employment as a faculty or administrative leader. The letter should also indicate the level of support that your ABHE school will provide and the expected payment dates. Please have the letter mailed directly from the Human Resource Administrator to the LBC | Capital Financial Aid office at 901 Eden Road, Lancaster, PA 17601.
35% ABHE Scholarship
If you do not receive a matching scholarship from your ABHE school, you can apply for the 35% ABHE Scholarship. To apply for the individual scholarship, you must be matriculated into a graduate education program and have a letter of verification of your full-time employment as a faculty or administrative leader on institutional letterhead sent from your Human Resource Administrator to the LBC | Capital Financial Aid office.
Calvary Bible Institute Scholarship
A tuition discount is offered to students who are a member of Greater Mt. Calvary Holy Church or attend Calvary Bible Institute. Complete the required application. Deadline is August 1.
Note: Students receiving this scholarship are not eligible for the Church Matching Scholarship.
Church Matching Scholarship
Students must complete the Church Matching Scholarship Application. LBC will provide a matching scholarship up to $500 for each the fall and spring terms. Funds from the church must be submitted by August 1 (for fall term) and January 5 (for spring term) in order to be matched. Students must have a minimum 2.0 GPA, be enrolled full-time and be in good standing with the college.
Note: Students who receive the Project Bridges Scholarship are not eligible for the Church Matching Scholarship.
International Student Scholarship
30% tuition scholarship awarded to international students studying in person on a F-1 student Visa.
This scholarship is not applicable fully online students.
LBC Alumni Scholarship
A tuition scholarship awarded to LBC graduates. This is a $1,000 per academic year scholarship, not to exceed $4,000. Students must be registered for at least 6 credits in a semester and maintain satisfactory academic progress. Students must enroll in a seminary/graduate degree within one year of graduation from the LBC bachelor’s program.
LBC Parent Scholarship
A tuition scholarship awarded to parents of dependent students enrolled in the LBC traditional undergraduate program. Scholarship is $500 off per course for each traditional undergraduate student enrolled for a maximum of three children. Students enrolled in LBC’s dual enrollment program, like Jumpstart and/or First Lap, are not applicable. For example: If a parent has 2 children enrolled the scholarship will be $1,000 per course.
Graduate Assistant (GA) and Teaching Assistant (TA)
The GA will assist their academic program department, while the TA will assist a professor in teaching an undergraduate course. Contact Capital for more information.
New Antioch Baptist Church Scholarship
A tuition discount is offered to students who are a member of New Antioch Baptist Church. Complete the required application . Deadline is August 1. Students receiving this scholarship are not eligible for the Church Matching Scholarship.
Project Bridges Scholarship
This is a tuition scholarship to students whose church is a member of Project Bridges. Students receiving this scholarship are ineligible for the Church Matching Scholarship. Application required. Complete the required application.
Other Outside Resources
Veterans Benefits
Available to veterans of the Armed Forces or National Guard Reservists. Apply through your local VA office. Amounts vary. VA phone: 888.442.4551
For more details about military benefits, click here.
Vocational Rehabilitation
For physically or mentally challenged students. Apply at your local vocational rehabilitation office. Pennsylvania residents: OVR phone: 800.762.6306
Arranging Payment for Your Degree:
LBC | Capital will work with you to establish a payment plan that is sensitive to your financial situation.
- Payment plan – ask your admissions counselor about setting up a payment plan by reaching out to the Solution Center at solutions@lbc.edu.
Sample expenses for a doctoral education:
- Tuition (scholarships can only be applied to your tuition)
- Course fees
- Residency expenses like travel, visa fees, housing, meals, etc.
- Books