C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
38/100 · earnings-weighted

Lancaster Bible College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17601
Lancaster Bible College campus, Lancaster, PA
Lancaster Bible College campus, Lancaster, PA. Photo: Lancaster Bible College, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 71%
Outcomes
B+
78/100
Affordability
F
21/100
Resources
C
45/100
Experience
B+
78/100
Prestige
D
39/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

2,455
Total Enrollment
71%
Graduation Rate
75%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
95%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Lancaster Bible College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$44,096
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$36,747
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$20,500
Median debt at graduation
66.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,180
Average SAT
23
Median ACT
35.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 46% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 14th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (PA wage index 0.97). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Lancaster Bible College

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations$51,101$60,674-11%#772 of 1176#764$23,250
Bible/Biblical Studies$44,601$44,718+0%#20 of 35#19$21,955
Human Services$33,664$42,735-12%#76 of 94#79$35,779
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries$35,286$38,779-10%#21 of 29#25$22,250
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$24,449$35,489-25%#674 of 680#678$24,358
Social Work$35,235————$21,000
Communication and Media Studies$31,046—————

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Lancaster Bible College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $441,589
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,885/mo — vs ~$663/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 17603 (3.7% cap, Lancaster)

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🏆 Where Lancaster Bible College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#21
Bible/Biblical Studies
of 35 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $29,990 $29,990
Room $5,970
Board $5,670
Total Cost (On-Campus) $45,869 $45,869

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
31%
Receive Pell Grants
64%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

2,455
Total Students
50%
Women
55%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 57%
Hispanic 2%
Black 28%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 54%
Hybrid (Some Online) 11%
Fully Online 35%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 55%
25-64 (Adult) 38%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Lancaster Bible College?
Lancaster Bible College has an acceptance rate of 95%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Lancaster Bible College?
Tuition at Lancaster Bible College is $29,990 for in-state students and $29,990 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Lancaster Bible College?
The graduation rate at Lancaster Bible College is 71%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Lancaster Bible College a good school?
Lancaster Bible College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Lancaster Bible College?
Lancaster Bible College has a total enrollment of 2,455 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology