At Lancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary & Graduate School, our commitment to providing quality education and a personal experience extends to our admissions process. Our admissions team exist specifically to address your needs and is available at any time to assist you.
Doctoral applicants must hold an earned and accredited master’s degree in an appropriately related field. Applicants will be evaluated on previous academic record, examination performance, personal characteristics and aptitude. Below are the clearly defined admission process and requirements. Admission will be limited to 12 to 18 applicants per cohort group.
We are confident that your doctoral study at LBC | Capital will be a transformative experience for you.
Now, let’s get started!
Contact Admissions at:
866.845.6227 | admissions@lbc.edu
Mon – Fri 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. ET & Sat 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. ET
Doctoral Degrees | Course Term | When Can I Start? | Deadline for Acceptance |
Biblical Studies (PhD) | 16 weeks | Fall Term (Aug) | August 1/May 1 (internationals) |
Educational Leadership (EdD) | 8 weeks | Fall Term (Aug) | August 1 |
Leadership (PhD) | 16 weeks | Fall Term (Aug) | August 1/May 1 (internationals) |
Ministry (DMin) | 16 weeks | Fall Term (Aug) | August 1 |
FIRST STEP
The application process begins with selecting the “create an account” link under first-time users. Once you
have registered for your personalize account, check your email to get your temporary PIN and click “Login.” Now you are ready to start the application.
If they have already created an account, simply log in to complete your application.
SECOND STEP
Request official transcripts from all post-secondary schools attended. Transcripts should be sent to Lancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary & Graduate School directly from the degree-granting institution(s) via email to admissions@lbc.edu or mailed (in a sealed envelope) to: Lancaster Bible College, 901 Eden Road, Lancaster, PA 17601.
Request professional reference(s). Applicants must provide contact information for professional reference.
3 references for PhD in Biblical Studies and Leadership
2 references for DMin
1 reference for EdD
Written submission.
THIRD STEP
All international applicants must demonstrate a satisfactory level of English proficiency.
This can be done by taking the TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo exam. Make sure to add LBC | Capital’s school code: 2388. The following scores are acceptable for seminary or graduate admission to Lancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary & Graduate School.
Minimum Qualifying Scores: | |
TOEFL | 100 |
IELTS | 7.5 |
Duolingo | 120 |
Applicants must submit official copies of their scores.
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Grade Point Average (GPA) requirements
Additional requirements for applicants
FINAL STEP
Upon completion of your admission portfolio, you will be considered for an admission interview to be scheduled by our staff or program director. The interview may be in person or by video conference.