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Lancaster Bible College

Lancaster, PA·Private nonprofit·1,569 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a private nonprofit school with 1,569 students.

56%
Accept
1,569
Students
$25,480
Net Price
67%
Grad Rate
$37,900
Earnings
10 yr
$20,500
Debt

About This School

Lancaster Bible College is a private nonprofit institution located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania with approximately 1,569 undergraduate students enrolled. Lancaster Bible College has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 56%. The average net price after financial aid is $25,480 per year. The graduation rate is 67%, and the typical graduate earns $37,900 within 10 years of enrollment.

Lancaster Bible College is a private Bible college, seminary, and graduate school in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

Worth considering if you're seeking a faith-centered education in a tight-knit community — with a low median debt of $15,000 at graduation, students here aren't borrowing recklessly. That said, the 71% graduation rate and median earnings of $37,900 a decade out suggest this school works best for students with a clear sense of calling, not those still figuring out career direction, since the financial upside is modest relative to other four-year colleges.

Founded
1933
Setting
Large suburb
Avg Faculty Salary
$5,811

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing17%
Education8%
Visual & Performing Arts6%
Psychology5%
Communications2%
Health Professions1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

Test Policy: Considered but not required

SAT Scores

Average Composite1180
Reading 75th %ile665
Math 75th %ile615

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite23

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$29,990
Out-of-State Tuition
$29,990
Avg Net Price
$25,480
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$24,486
$30–48k$22,017
$48–75k$23,904
$75–110k$24,034
$110k+$29,957

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants35%
Median debt at graduation$20,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
67%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
79%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$37,900
after enrollment
Median Debt
$20,500
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$35,300
Female graduates$26,200

Gap: 26% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$20,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$31,300
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$37,900
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 1.8x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White64%
Black25%
Hispanic/Latino1%
Asian1%
Two or more races3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,569 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Lancaster Bible College

901 Eden Rd

Lancaster, PA 17601-5036

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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