Admissions for Master’s & Graduate Certificates
Ready to grow your calling with a master’s degree—wherever you are?
Thanks for considering an online master’s degree or graduate certificate at Lancaster Bible College! Our flexible, low-residency programs let you study from anywhere with internet access.
To apply, you’ll need a bachelor’s degree and a few required materials like transcripts. We’ll guide you through every step via email and your applicant portal.
You can start in fall (August), spring (January), or summer (May)—apply anytime! Our admissions team is here to help you take the next step in your ministry or career.
APPLY TODAY!
Fast. Free. Simple.
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SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Click the link below to get started—there’s no application fee! Our online, mobile-friendly application takes less than 20 minutes to complete. Note: Some programs may require you to provide contact information for character and/or professional references.
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SEND YOUR TRANSCRIPTS
Please submit your official transcript demonstrating the completion of a bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited higher education institution. Transcripts should be sent to LBC directly from the degree-granting institution(s) via email to admissions@lbc.edu or mailed (in a sealed envelope) to: Admissions, Lancaster Bible College, 901 Eden Road, Lancaster, PA 17601.
Possible Additional Step: ADMISSION INTERVIEW
If an admission interview is required for your program, our staff or faculty will contact you after we receive your admission documents.
When Can I Start Classes After Being Accepted?
LBC master’s programs have designated start times for accepted students. These programs follow LBC’s regular semester schedule: Fall (August), Spring (January), and Summer (May). Your class start date will depend on when you were accepted. Check the tabs below for details on your specific master’s program!
Programs:
Biblical Studies | Christian Apologetics | Christian Care | Divinity | Formational Leadership* | Ministry
Course Term: 8 weeks
When Can I Start? Fall Term (Aug)* | Spring Term (Jan) | Summer Term (May)
Deadline for Acceptance: July 31 | December 11 | April 9
International Applicants, please note:
LBC is excited to offer international students the opportunity to earn their LBC masters degrees from their home country through our online programs. No need to uproot your life and come to the United States. All you need is reliable internet access and we can come to you. If you are seeking to study in the United States for their LBC master’s degree please contact the admissions office.
An English Language Proficiency Exam is required. Our instruction and coursework for all our degrees are in English, therefore an English language proficiency exam (TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo) will be required for any non-citizen international applicant to demonstrate a satisfactory level of English proficiency.
- Make sure to add LBC’s school code: 2388.
- These are the Minimum Qualifying Scores for acceptance into LBC’s seminary or graduate master’s programs. TOEFL 79 | IELTS 7.0 | Duolingo 105
Applicants must submit official copies of their scores. Click Here to Send Your Score(s)
This school is authorized under Federal law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students.