Cost of attendence – doctors of ministry

Doctor of Ministry Program

The standard 2026–2027 Cost of Attendance shown below is based on a Doctor of Ministry student enrolled in 6 credit hours during each six-month term.

The Doctor of Ministry program operates on a nonstandard academic calendar. For purposes of this Cost of Attendance, the academic year consists of:

  • Fall Term: October 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027
  • Spring Term: April 1, 2027 – September 30, 2027

Standard Budget Assumptions

This standard budget assumes that the student:

  • Is enrolled in 6 credit hours during each six-month term;
  • Is enrolled for both terms of the 12-month academic year; and
  • Lives off campus. WBS does not provide institutional housing or meal plans.

2026–2027 Doctor of Ministry Cost of Attendance

Cost of Attendance Component Fall Term Spring Term Academic Year
Tuition (6 credits × $600) $3,600 $3,600 $7,200
Books, Course Materials & Supplies $1,500 $1,500 $3,000
Housing $6,663 $6,663 $13,326
Food $4,581 $4,581 $9,162
Transportation $500 $500 $1,000
Federal Student Loan Fees* $108.50 $108.50 $217
Personal Expenses $2,500 $2,500 $5,000
Estimated Total Cost of Attendance $19,452.50 $19,452.50 $38,905

Direct Costs vs. Estimated Expenses

Tuition is the direct cost charged by WBS included in this standard Cost of Attendance.

Books, course materials and supplies, housing, food, transportation, federal student loan fees, and personal expenses are allowances used in determining a student’s Cost of Attendance. These amounts generally are not charged by WBS and do not represent amounts a student must pay to the Seminary.

The federal student loan fee allowance represents an estimated Direct Unsubsidized Loan origination fee. The actual fee depends on the amount borrowed. A student who does not borrow a federal student loan will not incur this expense.

Individual Cost of Attendance

A student’s individual Cost of Attendance may differ from the standard budget based on enrollment, period of attendance, living arrangements, and other circumstances permitted under federal student aid regulations.

Students who believe their educational expenses differ significantly from the standard Cost of Attendance may contact the WBS Financial Aid Office to discuss whether an adjustment is appropriate. Documentation may be required.