Program,
Tuition & Fees
Through biblical and theological education, daily worship, and regular rhythms of life together, God forms CLBI students. Strengthened in the identity and faith they have received in Christ, students find rest knowing they are loved, forgiven, and reconciled beacuase of Jesus, and they are awakened to the simplicity of their call to serve others, here & now.
As the means by which God is at work, study of the Holy Bible is central. Everything we do, whether academic, social, devotional, or otherwise, engages with and points students toward Christ's work proclaimed in God's Word, and the Christian faith we have received from the Apostles.
Whether for one year, two years, or even four, CLBI focuses on the 'slow work' of building a foundation of historic Christian faith made for today's world.
The CLBI Experience
Year One
Year Two
Degree
CSP
- Certificate in Christian Discipleship & Biblical Studies
- Diploma in Christian Leadership & Mission
- Bachelor of Applied Christian Studies
- Bachelor of Theological Studies
- Community Student Program (Read more)
Year One
Prerequisite: High School Diploma / Equivalent
The CLBI experience begins with a one-year program, which may also be taken as a gap year. This year is aimed at fundamentals in biblical and theological education, Christian vocation, and student formation in CLBI's intentional Christian community.
Successful completion of year one earns you a Certificate of Christian Discipleship & Biblical Studies.
Year Two
Prerequisite: Certificate of Christian Discipleship & Biblical Studies / Equivalent
Many students continue their CLBI experience into a second year. In addition to all of the components of year one, year two adds an emphasis on leadership development and an emphasis on cross-cultural experience through the "IMPACT" program.
Successful completion of year two of CLBI earns you a Diploma in Christian Leadership & Mission.
Made For More?
The Bachelor of Applied Christian Studies (BACS) is more practical in nature, involving both further study and an internship. The BACS is applicable for many careers and vocations throughout life.
The Bachelor of Theological Studies (BTS) is an academically focused path, primarily involving study at an approved institution. The BTS is suited for the pursuit of seminary or formal ministry that would require further education.
Did you know? In the 2025/2026 school year, the average amount of student aid received, per student, was over $3,500.00!
2026/2027 Year One
Fee Schedule
Meal Plan
Room
*Single Room (by request & upon availability)
Tuition
Book/Activity/Grad Fee
Application Fee
*International Student Application Fee
Ministry Tour Fee
Yearbook Fee
Discretionary Fund
(a "tab" for various expenditures, including apparel, extracurricular sporting activities, etc. Any excess/unspent moneys will be refunded one month after completion of the program)
Collateral Deposit
(refunded one month after completion of the program if all personal financial responsibilities owing to Canadian Lutheran Bible Institute are cleared)
TOTAL:
First Semester
Full Year
$5,000.00
$3,800.00
* $5,800.00
$4,700.00
$1,600.00
$100.00
* $200.00
$350.00
$50.00
$150.00
$500.00
$16,250.00
$2,500.00
$1,900.00
* $2,900.00
$2,350.00
$800.00
$100.00
* $200.00
$50.00
$150.00
$500.00
$8,350.00
2026/2027 Year Two
Meal Plan
Room
*Single Room (by request & pending availability)
Tuition
Book/Activity/Grad Fee
Application Fee
*International Student Application Fee
IMPACT Fee
Yearbook Fee
Discretionary Fund
(a "tab" for various expenditures, including apparel, extracurricular sporting activities, etc. Any excess/unspent moneys will be refunded one month after completion of the program)
Collateral Deposit
(refunded one month after completion of the program if all personal financial responsibilities owing to Canadian Lutheran Bible Institute are cleared)
TOTAL:
First Semester
Full Year
$5,000.00
$3,800.00
* $5,800.00
$4,700.00
$1,600.00
$100.00
* $200.00
$1,500.00
$50.00
$150.00
$500.00
$17,400.00
$2,500.00
$1,900.00
* $2,900.00
$2,350.00
$800.00
$100.00
* $200.00
$750.00
$50.00
$150.00
$500.00
$9,125.00
Totals based on double occupancy
(single occupancy - add $1,000 per semester)
(international students - add an extra $200)
(students living off campus - add an extra $250 per semester)
Students with Special Dietary Needs:
Please inquire with the Director of Admissions upon application to determine if CLBI is able to accomodate your needs.
CLBI reserves the right to charge additional fees for special dietary needs and may request a physician's note regarding the health conditions that necesitate the diet.
For example, students requiring a gluten free diet will be charged an additional $300 per semester.
Payment Options
It is the student’s responsibility to arrange for the payment of their fees. Students awaiting student loans, bursaries or scholarships must arrange personal interim financing until these funds are available.
Option #1
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Pay all fees for the full year on registration day and receive a $75.00 discount.
Option #2
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Pay all fees for each semester in full by the due dates.
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Semester 1 due on registration day
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Semester 2 due on first day of classes in January
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Outstanding balances after these dates are subject to 1.5 % interest, charged monthly where a payment plan is not in place.
Option #3
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50% of each semester must be paid by the due dates above. The remainder may be paid with monthly post-dated cheques or preauthorized debits. There is a financing fee of $10.00/cheque for this service.
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Each semester must be paid in full by the beginning of the last month of the semester. (i.e. December 1 and April 1)
If a payment plan is not in place by September 30, the student may be asked to leave.
If there is an outstanding balance remaining for Semester 1 on December 1 the student will not be able to return for Semester 2.
Any student with an outstanding balance will not be allowed to participate in graduation exercises. Diplomas/transcripts will not be released until all fees are paid.
There will be a $20.00 charge on any returned cheques. This will also result in interest being charged on the unpaid balance.
Refunding of Fees
Any student who withdraws or is dismissed will be charged board and room for the week in which the withdrawal or dismissal takes place. Board and room fees due to the student will be refunded at the rate of 90% of the prorated charge after all financial obligations and withdrawal procedures have been met.
Students who withdraw will have their tuition fees, activity fee and general fee reassessed according to the following table: (The application and registration fees are nonrefundable.)
Refund per semester:
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Within 48 hours of registration day 100%
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Remainder of first week 90%
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Second week 80%
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Third week 70%
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Fourth week 50%
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Fifth week 30%
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Sixth week 0%
Students who are dismissed will not have any tuition fees or activity fees refunded.
The yearbook fee may be refunded if the student terminates prior to the beginning of the second semester, but not later.
The refund is calculated according to the above table, based on the date that the official fully completed withdrawal form, bearing the signatures of the necessary school officials, is received by the business office.
Special cases may be dealt with on their merits by administration, and may be referred to the Executive Committee of the Board for recommendation.