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#55 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

Lancaster Bible College

Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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Overview

Enrollment

2,066
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Location Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Online lbc.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Large Suburban
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Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Lancaster Bible College sits on a suburban 100-acre campus in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, approximately 70 miles west of Philadelphia. Established in 1933 as a Bible institute, the institution has evolved into an accredited college offering both undergraduate and graduate programs primarily focused on biblical studies, ministry preparation, counseling, and education. The campus features traditional collegiate architecture with modern academic facilities and residential halls that house the majority of undergraduate students. As a faith-based institution, Lancaster Bible College maintains a commitment to biblical higher education while expanding its academic offerings to include professional programs in business, social work, and criminal justice. The college competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Chargers, participating in the National Christian College Athletic Association.

Ratings

4/10

Overall

5/10

Academics

3/10

Resources

5/10

Outcomes

2/10

Value

Lancaster Bible College is rated within the lower 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Moderate
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SAT 1010/1220
ACT 20/25
Estimated GPA 3.31

Applications Accepted

97.2% 
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Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $25

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$27,760
Costs for Lancaster Bible College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,000
Other Fees$700
Room and Board $11,190
Budget for Other Expenses$2,350
Total One Year Cost$43,000

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$34,900 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

49% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Lancaster Bible College students
Subject Percent of Class
Theology and Religious Vvocations 93%
Education 7%

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Last updated February 24, 2024