Tuition & Fees
At St. John’s Theological Seminary, we are committed to providing high-quality theological education at an affordable cost. Below is a detailed overview of the tuition and fees for the Diploma in Theology program.
Tuition
Tuition is calculated on a per-credit basis. Each course carries 3 credits, for a total of 8 courses (24 credits) over four semesters.
Item | Rate | Credits | Total |
Diploma in Theology Tuition | $150 per credit | 24 credits | $3,600 |
Semester Breakdown
The program is designed to be completed in 4 semesters, with students typically taking 1–2 courses per semester.
Semester | Credits | Courses | Cost |
Semester 1 | 3–6 credits | 1–2 courses | $450 – $900 |
Semester 2 | 3–6 credits | 1–2 courses | $450 – $900 |
Semester 3 | 3–6 credits | 1–2 courses | $450 – $900 |
Semester 4 | 3–6 credits | 1–2 courses | $450 – $900 |
Total | 24 credits | 8 courses | $3,600 |
Note: Students may adjust their course load each semester, provided they meet program completion requirements.
*Classes may be dropped the Friday of the third week of the classes without academic penalty
Additional Fees
In addition to tuition, students are responsible for the following fees:
Fee | Amount | Notes |
Application Fee | $50 | Due when submitting the application (non-refundable) |
Examination Fees | TBD | Set by the Seminary per course; announced prior to examinations |
Diploma Processing Fee | $150 | Charged upon successful completion of the program |
All fees are non-refundable unless otherwise stated.
Payment Schedule
Tuition and fees for each semester must be paid in full before the start of classes. Detailed payment instructions and deadlines will be included in the admission confirmation materials.
Refund Policy
Students who decide to withdraw from the Seminary during a semester must notify the Office of the Dean in writing. Tuition refunds will be granted according to the following schedule, based on the date of official withdrawal:
Withdrawal Date | Refund Percentage |
First Week of Classes | 80% |
Second Week | 60% |
Third Week | 40% |
Fourth Week | 20% |
After Fourth Week | No Refund |
No tuition refunds will be issued after the fourth week. Fees paid are not refundable.
Financial Assistance
Scholarships and sponsorships are not currently available. However, the Seminary is working toward developing scholarship opportunities in the future to help support students pursuing theological education.
Application Fee Payment Method for USA Candidates:
Applicants may pay the application fee by credit card at the end of the application, by ZELLE (use email address admin@sjtseminary.org), or by wire transfer. Please contact the administrative office the wire transfer details.
Tuition Fee Payment Method for USA Candidates:
Students may pay the tuition by ZELLE (use email address admin@sjtseminary.org), or by wire transfer. Please contact the administrative office the wire transfer details.
Application Fee Payment Method for Candidates outside the United States:
Applicants may pay the application fee by credit card at the end of the application form or by wire transfer. Please contact the administrative office for the wire transfer details.
Tuition Fee Payment Method for Candidates outside the United States:
Students may pay the tuition fee by wire transfer. Please contact the administrative office for the wire transfer details.