COST & FINANCIAL AID
Boise Bible College is an affordable Christian education. We offer plenty of grants, scholarships, and other aid to help you invest in your future. Our goal is to equip students to become servant leaders while minimizing the debt-load.
Receiving a quailty and affordable Christian education is at your fingertips. There are many ways to pay for college, so we invite you to peruse the slideshow below for some common ways.
The information provided here is for first-time students at Boise Bible College for the Fall 2020 or Spring 2021 semester.
You must be enrolled full-time (12+ credits) to be considered for Boise Bible College’s institutional scholarships and grants. However, for non-traditional students, scholarships and grants may be awarded on a pro-rated basis.
Contact the Financial Aid Department at financialaid@boisebible.edu for additional information or questions.
I graduated completely debt free with my Bachelor’s of Science in Family and Children’s Ministry! This wouldn’t be possible without the support of many and the opportunities made available at BBC
SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS
These scholarships are merit based.
President’s Academic Scholarship
- $1,500/semester
- Given to students who have achieved a 3.75 CGPA or higher
Dean’s Academic Scholarship
- $750/semester
- Awarded to students who have achieved a 3.5 to 3.74 CGPA.
GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS
Leadership Scholarship
- $1,000 per year for 8 semesters
- 2.5 CGPA Requirement
- Additional application needed due June 1st
Institutional Grant
- Up to $1,500
- Given to students who exhibit financial need and ministry desire
Dependent of a F/T Christian Worker
- $750 per semester
- Given to students whose parents or guardians in F/T work at any recognized Christian organization.
Alliance Scholarship
- $1,000 per year for two years
- Awarded to students by youth leaders and pastors who see the potential for them at Boise Bible College.
Alumni Legacy Scholarship
- $500/semester
- Awarded to students whose parents or close relatives are alumni of Boise Bible College.
International Student Scholarship
Level 1 – For students in developing countries (based on United Nations criteria)
100% tuition of no more than 16 credit hours per semester on the condition of:
- Meeting the International Student Admissions requirements no later than May 1st
- Maintain a minimum 2.50 GPA each semester to sustain
Level 2 – For students in developed countries (based on United Nations criteria)
$6,500/$3,250 per semester, based on:
- Meeting the International Student Admissions requirements no later than May 1st
- Maintain a minimum 2.50 GPA each semester to sustain
This level is stackable with other BBC scholarships and aid.
Intercultural Student Grant
The Intercultural Student Grant is offered to students who entered the U.S. through humanitarian programs (Asylee Status, Refugee Resettlement, Special Immigrant Visa, Permanent Resident, etc.).
$2,000/$1,000 per semester each year
- Must meet Admissions requirements
- Maintain a 2.5 CGPA
APPLICATIONS
To apply for Institutional Scholarships or grants awarded by Boise Bible College, complete the scholarship application form below. In addition, complete the Leadership Scholarship Application by June 1st to be considered.
FEDERAL AID
FEDERAL AID
Federal aid programs such as grants and student loans are also available at BBC in order to make available an affordable Christian education. To see what you may be eligible for, please complete the matching Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the academic year you plan to attend. This yearly application will determine your eligibility for:
Federal Grants:
Unlike loans, grants do not have to be paid back in most circumstances. Eligible Grants include:
- The Federal Pell Grant
- FSEOG Grant
Student Loans:
Unlike grants and scholarships, loans are borrowed funds that MUST be repaid with interest. Several types of loans may be available to both students and their parents. We recommend that students be wise and carefully consider loans and the amount to be repaid after much research and prayer.
- Subsidized Loans
- Unsubsidized loans
- Parent PLUS Loan
Howerver, in the case you may need to take out student loans to invest in your education, Boise Bible College offers The BBC Pledge for all 4-year, incoming students. The BBC Pledge is a loan repayment assistance program through Aredeo Education Solutions.
VA BENEFITS
VA education benefits help Veterans, service members, and their qualified family members with needs like paying college tuition, finding the right school or training program, and getting career counseling.
The College accepts the GI Bill and other VA benefits to help students fund their education.
Student employment
Boise Bible College has employment available on campus to students in addition to scholarships, grants, and federal aid resources. The areas available for student employment are coffee shop, maintenance, landscaping, library, and cafeteria.
Students must fill out a Student Employment Application as well as be interviewed.
TUITION COST AND FEES
Yearly Averages
Includes On-Campus Room and Board, required student fees and 12 credit hours each semester tuition charges. Received from: https://research.collegeboard.org/pdf/trends-college-pricing-2019-full-report.pdf
Cost Breakdown
ADMISSION
- Application — $25
- Tuition Deposit (credits account upon enrollment) — $100
- Room Deposit (reconciled annually against damages) — $150
TUITION PER SEMESTER
- Per Credit Hour — $415
- Per Hour (audit/co-curricular) — $125
FEES
- Student Life (full-time enrollment) (per semester) — $325
- Student Life (part-time enrollment) (per semester) — $165
- Room Deposit (reconciled annually against damages) — $150
- Athletic (per sport played) — $15
- Private Voice/Music Lessons — $345
- Replace/Missing Mail Box Key — $15
- Replace/Missing Security Card — $30
- Change of Registration (per transaction) — $10
- Challenge Fee (per credit hour) — $25
- Graduation — $65
ROOM CHARGES
- East Dorm Double Occupancy — $1300
- West Dorm Quad Occupancy — $1300
- West Dorm Triple Occupancy — $1600
- West Dorm Double Occupancy — $1825
- West Dorm Single Occupancy — $2075
CAFETERIA CHARGES
- Residential Meal Plan (16 meals per week; 6% sales tax incld.) — $1825
- Modified Meal Plan* ($435 + $26 tax) — $461
- Commuter Meal Plan (x10) ($75 + $4.50 tax) — $79.50
*e.g. medical conditions; requires administrator approval
RV RESIDENCE SPACES
- RV Space (full hook up) (based on $260/month) — $104
Please note, a 4% charge with use of credit or debit card.
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OF STUDENTS RECEIVE FINANCIAL AID
DOLLARS Available to RETURNING STUDENTS
dollars awarded in BBC grants & scholarships in 2019-2020
FINANCIAL AID BLOG
Completing a 2020-2021 FAFSA – Things to Know
Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) can be overwhelming. Howerver, there are some key things to know when completing the FAFSA. First, this the form that the federal government, states, colleges, and other organizations use to award...
Student Loan Repayment – The BBC Pledge
by Ben Bishop, Financial Aid Director at Boise Bible College Today, a national topic is student loans, specifically, student loan repayment, because student loan debt burdens many college students. However, Boise Bible College offers a loan repayment assistance...
Steps to Understanding Financial Aid in the United States
Answers to FAQs by International Students at Boise Bible College By Ben Bishop, Director of Financial Aid at Boise Bible College Boise Bible College (BBC) glorifies God by equipping student leaders who build up the church to advance the gospel worldwide. This vision...