TUITION & FEES
Kingdom training should be excellent and accessible. We have made it both.
$60 Per Credit Hour | $180 Per Class | 10% Discounts Available
At Judah Bible College, we believe Kingdom training should be both excellent and accessible. We are committed to keeping tuition intentionally affordable so that finances are never the reason a called believer cannot be trained.
We have done our best to make these costs clear, simple, and transparent — no hidden fees, no surprises, no fine print that costs you something later. The tables below tell you everything you need to know. If anything is not on this page, it is not a cost at JBC.
If you walk away from this page wondering whether you can actually afford this — read all the way through. The discounts, the payment plans, and our Hardship Policy were built for the called believer who is hungry but does not yet see how the math works. We have done a lot of math with a lot of students. Almost every time, we have found a way.
Tuition
JBC tuition is straightforward — one rate for credit, one rate for audit. No tiered pricing. No semester surcharges. No price changes based on which degree program you select.
For Credit (Standard Tuition)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Per Credit Hour | $60.00 |
| Per Course (3 Credit Hours) | $180.00 |
For Audit (Non-Credit)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Per Credit Hour | $30.00 |
| Per Course (3 Credit Hours) | $90.00 |
Auditing a course allows students to attend and participate without completing assignments, exams, or earning academic credit. Audited courses do not count toward graduation requirements but are an excellent option for personal growth, spouses of enrolled students, or those exploring future enrollment. See the Audit / Non-Degree page for full details.
Tuition Discounts
We offer three tuition discounts. Each provides 10% off all tuition for the full duration of enrollment. Discounts cannot be combined — students who qualify for more than one will receive the highest single discount available. Discounts apply to tuition only and do not apply to fees.
Senior Adult (65+) Discount 10% off all tuition.
Available to students 65 and older. We honor the believers who have given their lives to the Word and are still hungry in this season.
Married Couples Discount 10% off all tuition for each spouse.
Available when both spouses are enrolled at JBC. We believe in couples who pursue training together, and we want to make it easier for households to answer the call as one.
Metro Tab Dream Team Discount 10% off all tuition.
Available to active Metro Tab Church Dream Team members with verification of Dream Team status. We honor the saints who are already serving in the house.
Additional Fees
All fees are published below. There are no hidden fees at JBC. If something costs money at this school, it is on this page.
Application Fee: $25 (With application)
One-time fee, paid with new student application. Non-refundable.
Registration Fee: $25 (Each term)
Per term. Covers online platform access, course materials setup, and student services.
Late Registration Fee: $50 (If applicable)
Charged for registrations received after the term Registration Deadline but before the Late Registration Deadline.
Graduation Fee: $100 (Final term)
One-time fee, paid in the final term before graduation. Includes diploma, cap and gown, and ceremony.
Official Transcript: $10 (Per copy)
First official transcript at graduation is free. Unofficial transcripts available at no cost.
Returned Payment Fee: $25 (If applicable)
Charged for any returned check, declined card, or failed auto-payment.
What the Tuition Includes
When you pay JBC tuition, here is exactly what you are paying for.
✓ All Course Instruction Online live seminars, recorded sessions, and all course materials prepared by faculty.
✓ All Required Dominion Weekend Gatherings In-person worship, teaching, prophetic ministry, prayer, and impartation. Included at no additional charge for enrolled students.
✓ Faculty Engagement & Office Hours Direct access to faculty during posted office hours throughout the term.
✓ Academic Advising & Support Pre-registration meetings, mid-term check-ins, end-of-term reflection meetings, and ongoing degree planning support.
A small materials or meal contribution may be requested for select Dominion Weekend gatherings. This will be communicated in advance and is never required for participation.
Textbooks are not included in tuition. Plan approximately $100–$300 per year for textbooks, depending on your course load. Each course syllabus lists required textbooks before the term begins.
What You’ll Pay for Your Whole Degree
Here are the estimated total tuition and fees for each JBC degree program. These figures assume standard pricing without discounts and do not include textbooks.
Associate of Biblical Studies: 2 Years | 60 Credit Hours
20 Courses × $180: $3,600
Application Fee (one-time): $25
Registration Fees (10 terms × $25): $250
Graduation Fee (one-time): $100ESTIMATED TOTAL: $3,975
Bachelor of Biblical Studies: 4 Years | 120 Credit Hours
Years 1–2: $3,975
ABS FoundationYears 3–4: $3,950
—- 20 Courses × $180: $3,600
—- Registration Fees (10 terms × $25): $250
—- Graduation Fee (one-time): $100ESTIMATED TOTAL: $7,925
Bachelor of Ministry & Leadership: 4 Years | 120 Credit Hours | 2 Required Practicums
Years 1–2: $3,975
ABS FoundationYears 3–4: $3,950
—- 20 Courses × $180: $3,600
—- Registration Fees (10 terms × $25): $250
—- Graduation Fee (one-time): $100ESTIMATED TOTAL: $7,925
Estimated totals assume standard pricing without discounts. With a 10% tuition discount applied across the full program, the Associate of Biblical Studies costs approximately $3,615 and either Bachelor’s degree costs approximately $7,205. Textbooks and any optional Dominion Weekend meal contributions are additional.
FAQs
Q&A 1: “How can JBC keep tuition this low?”
Two reasons. First, JBC is intentionally lean. We do not run a sprawling administration, a competitive sports program, or a large physical campus. Every dollar that comes in is stewarded toward formation, not overhead. Second, JBC is supported by Metro Tab Church and a community of partners who believe Kingdom training should not be priced out of reach. The cost you see is not the full cost of your training. It is the portion the school has discerned is sustainable to ask you to carry.
Q&A 2: “What if I can’t afford even the discounted tuition?”
We have a Hardship Policy. Reach out before you assume you cannot afford to enroll. We have payment plans, hardship arrangements, and the practical wisdom of leadership that has walked through real tuition conversations with many called believers in tight financial seasons. We are not promising to make it free — but we are promising to look honestly at your situation and work with you. See the Payment Plans & Hardship page for full details.
Q&A 3: “Are textbooks really another cost?”
Yes. JBC does not include textbooks in tuition. Plan approximately $100–$300 per year, depending on your course load. Some courses use free online resources; others use specific assigned textbooks. Each course syllabus lists the required textbooks before the term begins so you can plan ahead and shop around for used copies if you want to save.
Q&A 4: “What if I want to qualify for more than one discount?”
Discounts cannot be combined. If you qualify for more than one — for example, a married couple where one spouse is 65 or older, or a Dream Team member who is also a senior — JBC will apply the highest single discount available, not stacked discounts. The savings are still 10% off all tuition, which is substantial across a full program.
Q&A 5: “What about transfer credit? Does that change my total cost?”
Yes. If you transfer credits from another accredited institution or earn credit through portfolio assessment for prior ministry experience, your total cost decreases proportionally to the credits you no longer have to take at JBC. See the Transfer Credit and Credit for Ministry Experience pages for full details on how that works.