Lancaster Bible College
Lancaster, Pennsylvania · Private nonprofit, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$25,480
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
66.7%
Admission rate
56%
Undergrad size
1,569
In-state tuition
$29,990
Out-of-state tuition
$29,990
Cost of attendance
$44,066
Median earnings (10y)
$44,096
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,180
- ACT midpoint
- 23
- Retention
- 79.4%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
11 program areas reported · Heavily focused on humanities & arts (52% of credentials).
- Health1%
- Business17%
- Humanities & arts52%
- Social sciences20%
- Trades & services9%
- Theology43.1%~676 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business17.5%~274 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Education8.4%~132 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~104 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~90 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~80 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology4.8%~76 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~66 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Communication1.8%~28 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts1.5%~24 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~19 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
31 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bible/Biblical Studies. | Bachelor's | 220 | $35,084 | $32,084 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 95 | $29,291 | $24,062 |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master's | 57 | — | — |
| Bible/Biblical Studies. | Associate's | 55 | $13,104 | $20,453 |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Master's | 55 | — | — |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Bachelor's | 50 | $27,628 | $22,584 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 44 | $27,032 | $26,775 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 38 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 33 | — | — |
| Bible/Biblical Studies. | Master's | 26 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 22 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 18 | $31,477 | $25,000 |
| Human Services, General. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | $48,590 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 16 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 13 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Doctoral | 12 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Doctoral | 10 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 9 | $24,327 | — |
| Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Religious Music and Worship. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Master's | 7 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 5 | — | — |
| Bible/Biblical Studies. | Undergraduate certificate | 5 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Lancaster Bible College
Lancaster Bible College is a mid-sized institution located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,569 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Theology, Business, Education.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Lancaster Bible College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $25,480 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $29,990 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $44,066 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 66.7%, a above-average completion outcome. 79.4% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $44,096 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Lancaster Bible College confers degrees and certificates across 11 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Theology, Business, Education. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (52% of credentials), social sciences (20% of credentials), business (17% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Lancaster Bible College accepts 56% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,180. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 23.
Location & campus
Set in Lancaster, Pennsylvania (suburb), Lancaster Bible College draws students from across Pennsylvania and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Lancaster Bible College
Q.How much does Lancaster Bible College cost?
The average net price at Lancaster Bible College is $25,480 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $44,066.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Lancaster Bible College?
Lancaster Bible College has a 6-year graduation rate of 66.7% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Lancaster Bible College?
Lancaster Bible College admits 56% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Lancaster Bible College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Lancaster Bible College graduate earns $44,096 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Lancaster Bible College?
Published tuition is $29,990 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Lancaster Bible College located?
Lancaster Bible College is located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania (ZIP 17601).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Lancaster Bible College at their official website.