Lancaster Bible College
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Lancaster Bible College
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Lancaster Bible College is a small private college located on a suburban campus in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,545, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 96%. The college offers 25 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 62%, and a student-faculty ratio of 15:1. Tuition and fees for students are $26,690.
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- #1 Ranked in Best Online Bible Colleges
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
96% of students were accepted during the 2021-2022 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
80% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
62% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresConsidered (not required)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required or recommended
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required or recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile20-26
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1010-1210
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
33%
Online student enrollment
15:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
50%
Unknown
9%
Black
21%
Hispanic
4%
Two or more races
15%
Non-U.S. Citizen
0%
Asian
2%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
%
Socio-economic diversity
30% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
3
Total Online Enrollment
645
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.33% online, 67% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
94% On-campus
6% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates100% online
Associate33% online
Bachelor's4% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
58%
State Grant Aid
38%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
30%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$21k
Average student debtafter graduation
$31k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track Field Indoor
- Track Field Outdoor
- Track Field Xcountry
- Volleyball
- Field Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Softball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 2 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 3 | Communications Technologies/Technicians And Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Education. | |||
| 5 | Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences. | |||
| 6 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 7 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 8 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies. | |||
| 9 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 10 | Psychology. | |||
| 11 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 12 | Security And Protective Services. | |||
| 13 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 14 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.