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A $10,000 Tuition Scholarship for Selected Students
We are committed to the mission of our founders to disciple young adults and establish them in a biblical worldview. Convinced of the value of the BICS experience, we’ve created a $10,000 tuition scholarship to be awarded to a limited number of selected students.
Students are automatically considered for the Founders Scholarship when they are accepted for enrollment prior to the scholarship deadline. Recipients will be selected by the Admissions Committee on the basis of their application materials and a personal interview with the Committee.
The Admissions Committee will evaluate accepted students and award the scholarship to the selected recipients based on the following criteria:
- Christian Character: Demonstrated evidence of faith, integrity, and commitment to Christ in personal life and interactions with others.
- Academic Potential: Consideration of the student’s academic background and their demonstrated potential for growth and success in the Institute’s program. The focus is on the student’s willingness to engage in study, curiosity to learn, and commitment to personal development.
- Commitment to the Local Church: Active participation in the life and ministry of a local church, with a demonstrated desire to contribute to and serve the church community.
Accepted students who are selected to receive the Founders Scholarship will be notified by letter around April 1. A $250 tuition deposit will be required by May 1 in order to secure the scholarship.
The Founders Scholarship will apply to tuition and fees only and will be credited $5,000 each semester. No portion of the scholarship can be refunded as cash to the student or credited as rent. This scholarship cannot be combined with other institutional scholarships or discounts, except for the Bible Lands Scholarship and the DiscipleBuilder Scholarship.
Application Deadline
To be considered for the Founders Scholarship, students must complete their application for enrollment (including references and transcripts) by March 1.
Limited Availability
There are a limited number of awards available, so recipients will be selected following the application deadline on the basis of their application materials.
With the Founders Scholarship and participation in the DiscipleBuilder Scholarship Program, students can reduce their tuition balance to $500!
2025-2026
$22,250
& Bible Lands Tour
$500
| Estimated Tuition, Fees, and Bible Lands Tour | $22,250 | |
| Our commitment | The Founders Tuition Scholarship | – $10,000 |
| Wesley A. Ross Bible Lands Scholarship | – $5,500 | |
| Your Opportunity | DiscipleBuilder Scholarship* | up to – $4,750 |
| Home Church Partnership** | up to – $1,500 | |
| Your Contribution | Estimated Tuition/Fees Balance | $500 |
*DiscipleBuilder Scholarship Program
Founders Scholarship recipients may receive up to their entire tuition/fee balance in scholarship assistance by participating in the DiscipleBuilder Scholarship program. For the purposes of this calculation, we’ve estimated that a student might receive $4,750 in DiscipleBuilder assistance. Students participate in the program by writing to potential supporters (friends, mentors, church family, or anyone who would want to support his or her growth in the Lord) and inviting them to give to the DiscipleBuilder Scholarship Fund. When individuals respond to a student’s request and make a contribution to the fund, the student who made the request is notified. Subsequently, the Scholarship Committee awards funds in accordance with its guidelines. If students choose not to participate in the DiscipleBuilder Scholarship program then they will be responsible for this portion of their tuition/fees ($4,750).
**Home Church Partnership
The Home Church Partnership Program provides you with the opportunity to work with your home church to secure financial support for your year at BICS. By reaching out to your church, you can request a scholarship and BICS will match up to a total of $500! To begin, you will need to write a personalized letter to your church’s leadership, introducing yourself, explaining the program, and requesting their financial partnership. Be sure to include with your personal letter the informational brochure, the letter from BICS, and the program envelope. After sending your request, it’s important to follow up with your church to continue the conversation. This is a great way to not only fund your education but also build a stronger connection with your church community as they invest in your growth.
As an example, if a student’s home church provides a $1,000 scholarship, BICS will match $500 and the student will receive a total benefit of $1,500. If students choose not to seek the support of their home church or if a church is unable to participate as a full church partner, the student will be responsible for this portion of their tuition/fees ($1,500).
Please Note: The Founders Scholarship can only be combined with the Bible Lands Scholarship and the DiscipleBuilder Scholarships. Any other Institutional Scholarships (e.g. Alumni Child, Early Acceptance, etc.) are superceded by the Founders Scholarship.