Admissions for Master’s & Graduate Certificates
Master’s & Graduate Certificate Admissions
We are honored that you’re considering an online master’s degree or graduate certificate at Lancaster Bible College! Our flexible online seminary or graduate (professional) programs feature limited residency requirements, allowing you to pursue your degree without relocating to Lancaster, PA. With reliable internet access, you can engage in your studies from anywhere in the world. A master’s degree or graduate certificate from LBC is a valuable investment in your professional or ministry journey, wherever God calls you.
All master’s applicants must have earned a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in order to pursue a master’s degree. The admissions process includes submitting an application, providing transcripts, and completing any program-specific requirements. Throughout the process, you’ll receive guidance through admissions emails and a personalized checklist on your applicant portal to help you stay on track.
Once accepted, your first class will begin according to LBC’s regular semester schedule—fall (August), spring (January) or summer (May). Your application completion date will determine your start term. Our admissions team is here to support you through every step of the application process. You can apply anytime—take the next step in your academic and professional growth today!
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.
International Applicants, please note:
- LBC is excited to offer international students the opportunity to earn their 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.
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