Tuition

Choosing a college or seminary is an important investment, one that should reflect both academic quality and wise stewardship. At Luther Rice, our competitive tuition rates are intentionally designed to provide a high-quality, biblically faithful education that is both accessible and transparent for students called to ministry and the marketplace.

Luther Rice charges oncourse-relatedleted tech fee of $190 per course, with no additional institutional fees. This clear and straightforward structure allows students to plan confidently and focus on their calling rather than unexpected expenses. Regardless of the number of courses you take, the tuition rate remains the same, providing consistency and predictability throughout your program.

*When comparing schools, prospective students should also confirm whether institutions charge different tuition rates for part-time versus full-time enrollment. At many other institutions, part-time tuition rates can be higher than full-time rates. Because many Luther Rice students balance coursework with ministry, work, and family responsibilities, part-time enrollment is common, welcomed, and never penalized financially. 

Tuition & Fees 2025-2026 (all for-credit courses are 3 credit hours except for Doctor of Philosophy programs.  Doctor of Philosophy program courses may range from 1-3 credit hours)  

Undergraduate Degrees

2 Year Associate of Arts

Online Tuition: $439 / credit hour

Tech Fee: $190 / Course

Total: $1,507 / Course

4 Year Bachelor of Arts

Online Tuition: $439 / credit hour

Tech Fee: $190 / Course

Total: $1,507 / Course

 

 

 

Graduate Degrees

Master of Arts | 36 Credit Hr

Online Tuition: $391 / credit hour

Tech Fee: $190 / Course

Total: $1,363 / Course

Master of Divinity | 81/90 Credit Hr

Online Tuition: $391 / credit hour

Tech Fee: $190 / Course

Total: $1,363 / Course

 

 

Doctorate Degrees

Doctor of Ministry

Online Tuition: $453 / credit hour

Tech Fee: $190 / Course

Total: $1,549 / Course

DMIN Bridge | MA Credits

Online Tuition: $391 / credit hour

Tech Fee: $190 / Course

Total: $1,363 / Course

 

 

Ph.D. Degrees

PhD in Organizational Leadership

Online Tuition: $640 / credit hour

Tech Fee: $190 / Course

Total: $2,110 / Course

PhD in Christian Scripture

Online Tuition: $459/ credit hour

Tech Fee: $190 / Course

Total: $1,567/ Course

 

 

 

 

For-Credit Certificates

Undergraduate Certificates

Online Tuition: $439 / credit hour

Tech Fee: $190 / Course

Total: $1,507 / Course

Graduate Certificates

Online Tuition: $391/ credit hour

Tech Fee: $190 / Course

Total: $1,363/ Course

 

 

Not-For-Credit Certificates

3 Courses Per Certificate

Online Tuition: $174 / course

Total: $522/ Certificate

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Miscellaneous Fees

Auditor Fee (per course)  $100
Change of Program Fee $50
Document Copy Fee (for student and subpoena requests for student records) $10
Drop Fee (per course) $10
Graduation Fee  
     Certificates $100
     Undergraduate $175
     Master Programs $215
     Doctoral $245
Late Graduation App Fee $100
Payment Plan Processing Fee $35
Processing Fee  (for processing forms generated by entities other than Luther Rice) $75
Readmission Fee $50
Replacement Diploma Fee $35
Returned Check/Declined CC Fee $25
Stop-check Fee $35
Electronic Transcript Fee           $9
Paper Transcript Fee $11.50
Expedited Transcript $30
Electronic Enrollment Verification Letter $9
Paper Enrollment Verification Letter $11.50
Expedited Enrollment Verification Letter $30
Electronic Graduation Verification Letter $9
Paper Graduation Verification Letter $11.50
Expedited Graduation Verification Letter

$30

   
   

 

*Luther Rice does not make available any housing on-campus or off-campus for students.  Therefore, room and board costs are not listed.  All of the costs at Luther Rice (except textbooks) are clearly listed above.

Tuition Refunds

Tuition is refunded on a prorated basis.

View the refund schedule.

Fees are non-refundable except where noted on official refund schedule.

Textbooks

Luther Rice utilizes a third party company Akademos for all textbook services for students.  Click here for more information concerning purchasing textbooks.  Per the most current Cost of Attendance calculation, textbooks range in cost from $161 to $290 per class (depending on program).  Books can be bought new or used depending on availability.

Auditing Courses

$100 per course, non-credit 

On campus courses and hybrid modules only. Online courses cannot be audited. Audited courses cannot be converted into academic credit at a later date. To audit a course contact the Registrar's office at registrar@LutherRice.edu or 770-484-1204 ext. 5753.

Cost of Attendance

Please click here for information regarding the estimated cost of attendance.