Doctoral Admissions

Apply Now for Doctoral Studies

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 is available to address your needs and to assist you as work throught the admissions process.

To be accepted as a doctoral applicants, you 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. The steps below will lead you through the 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

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Consider scheduling an appointment to talk virtually or in person with an Admissions Counselor who will be glad to answer all your questions about earning a doctoral degree from LBC | Capital.

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When Can I Start a Doctoral Program?

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 – Apply

Complete & submit your application!

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.

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If you have already created an account, simply log in to complete your application.

SECOND STEP – Submitting Additional Documents 

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.

  • Applicants to PhD or DMin
    Submit research paper. All applicants must submit a 15-page, research paper written at the master’s level (a previously written paper is acceptable).
  • Applicants to EdD
    1. Submit a current resume or CV.
    2. Submit statement of purpose.
    All applicants must submit a 750- to 1000-word statement of purpose that outlines your leadership experience, current role in education, and purpose for pursuing an EdD in Educational Leadership.
For International Applicants

THIRD STEP – Complete Standardized Testing

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

  • PhD applicants must hold a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2.
  • DMin applicants must hold a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 in previous MDiv degree or a 3.2 GPA in an accredited ministry-related or Bible/Theology master’s degree.
  • EdD applicants must hold a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

Additional requirements for applicants

  • DMin applicants who do not hold an MDiv degree must complete additional admission requirements such as an appeal letter and ministry experience. Details will be provided upon application.
  • Additional application pieces might be requested by the Program Director, if necessary.

 

FINAL STEP

Personal Interview

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.

Contact us if you have questions.