financial policies

degree programs

Evangelical Theological Seminary's tuition charges are based on enrollment into a degree program and not on an hourly credit basis. These degree programs have specified tuition fees which do not change after the students have enrolled. The prevailing tuition fees are noted on the tuition schedule. All fees and charges are subject to change at any time by appropriate action of the seminary. The date of the official enrollment of students will determine the tuition charges.

payments received

Evangelical Theological Seminary will accept money orders, cashier checks, and personal checks. Credit card charges are accepted by those students who wish to pay their tuition in full or over a consecutive period time not to exceed twelve months.

refund policy

Students are entitled to a refund if they officially withdraw from the enrolled seminary's academic program. The student notification must be in writing and the actual withdrawal date will be based on when the seminary received the written request. Consequently, the criterion for determining the amount of the refunded tuition will be that particular date. Enrollment fees are not refundable beyond the required three working days for notification. Complete details are included in financial contract. Payment refunds will be based upon the following:

  • 80% up to the end of 10 days

  • 60% up to the end of 15 days

  • 40% up to the end of 20 days

  • 20% up to the end of 30 days

  • No refund after 30 days

financial agreement refund

There shall be three working days from the date a student signs an enrollment contract or financial agreement with the seminary for the student to cancel the contract and receive a full refund of any tuition or registration fees paid. Complete details are included in financial contract.

payment plan refund policy

Any tuition paid on a payment schedule plan will not be refunded if the student withdraws from the seminary's academic program after the three day notification period. Complete details are included in financial contract.

return check policy

A check that is returned unpaid by the bank for insufficient funds will be subject to a 10% or a $35.00 service charge (whichever is greater) by the seminary. A second occurrence will result in the student being required to submit all ensuing payments by money order or cashier check.

degree program discounts

All academic programs of Evangelical Theological Seminary offer a ten percent (10%) tuition discount if the total tuition fee is paid within thirty days from the student’s enrollment date.

gifts & endowments

The meaning of the word donation is: an act or instance of presenting something as a gift, grant, or contribution. Evangelical Theological Seminary welcomes donations, which will be utilized in fulfilling its purpose and mission. Bequests, legacies, devises, transfers, or gifts may be deductible for federal estate and gift tax purposes. The seminary is committed to the process of building relationships with those who partner in providing opportunity for students to reach their theological scholastic goals. If you desire to unite with this educational ministry, please contact the seminary.

scholarship programs

Academic degree scholarships with a tuition percentage reduction are available to individuals who are in full-time or part-time ministry. These scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the seminary's governing body to those who qualify. The scholarships include the educational programs that prepare students for religious vocations as ministers, professionals, or laypersons in the following categories: ministry, teaching, counseling, theology, education, administration, music, fine arts, media communications, and social work.

These scholarships are given under specific circumstances to individuals with religious or theological experience and who meet the seminary's qualifications. Prospective scholarship recipients must obtain the regulatory information and the "Scholarship Request Form" from the Admissions Department. The individuals who are chosen for these scholarships will be notified in writing.