Basic Costs: In-person Instruction
You don't have to take on debt to earn an accredited, respected, meaningful degree.
WCBC is Your Path to a Debt-Free Degree
You may have heard that all WCBC alumni graduate with no government student loan debt. We're happy to confirm that you heard correctly. Since our founding in 1995, WCBC has been committed to helping our students graduate on-time and debt-free so that they can leave here and go change the world with the Gospel.
At WCBC, you will receive quality, accredited, scripture-focused training so that you can fulfill your purpose. Even better, you can do this all while enjoying the beautiful high desert of sunny Southern California.
While WCBC does not participate in government loan programs, we take an innovative, whole-of-operations approach to minimizing student cost and maximizing financial aid, scholarships, employment support, funding, and even an interest-free install plan.
92% of WCBC students say that the financial cost of their education is a good investment.
2024-2025
In-person Cost per Semester
*approximate installment amounts
On Campus
$1,719x5
$8,595 per semester
- Tuition
$5,660
- Room and Board
$2,600
- Fees
$335
*Estimated cost does not include books, laundry, or incidentals
Off Campus
$1,199x5
$5,995 per semester
- Tuition
$5,660
- Fees
$335
*Estimated cost does not include books or incidentals
Interest-free Installment Plan
WCBC's commitment to helping students graduate on-time and on-budget is reflected in many ways including the option to divide your semester payments across five interest-free installments. This five-installment plan enables students and their families to pay the tuition, fees, and room and board in smaller, more affordable payments rather than in a lump sum. To begin a semester, students are required to pay only 20% of their semester costs with the remaining 80% of their bill being divided among four additional payments. Many of our students work a job while enrolled to be able to pay their expenses as they go. With a statewide minimum wage of $15.50/hr effective January 1, 2023, working even a small number of hours can be a great financial help. Whether you can pay the full cost up front or you - like the majority of our students - take advantage of this interest-free plan, you really can earn an accredited, meaningful degree without carrying any student loan debt.
Fall 2024 Payment Schedule
- Due at Registration
- September 18
- October 9
- October 30
- November 20
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2024-2025
In-person Cost Breakdown
Because every student's college journey is unique, the exact amount of fees a specific situation incurs varies person to person and semester to semester. This is very common among most colleges. However, some schools promote a low cost for room and board and bury a number of surprise costs in their fee structure. Don't let a school surprise you with fees. Always ask for a detailed listing of possible fees. You can find ours below.
On Campus Undergraduate
Student Costs per Semester
Tuition
Full-Time Students
- Tuition (12-18 credit hours)
$5,660
- Tuition (per credit hour over 18)
$425
- Audit (per credit hour)
$75
Part-Time Students
- Tuition (per credit hour under 12)
$470
- Audit (per credit hour)
$75
Room and Board
Our modern dorms and facilities are well kept and provide comfortable living conditions
- Room and Board per semester
$2,600
- Off-Semester Weekly Room and Board
$160
Fees
Regular Fees
- Computer and Technology (general use)
$105
- Registration and Matriculation Fee
$100
- Student Activity Fee
$90
- Yearbook Fee (average per semester)
$40
Optional/One-Time Fees
- Application
$60
- Automobile Registration
$30
- Bicycle Registration
$5
- Graduation (second semester seniors)
$175
- Late Registration Fee
$100
- Miscellaneous/Lab (per course)
varies per course
- New Student ID Fee
$10
- Post Office Box Rental (refundable)
$5
- Special Dietary Meals Fee
$375
"God's work done God's way will never lack God's supplies."
Scholarships
Institutional and private scholarships may be available to help reduce your college expenses even more.
Tax Benefits
Many of WCBC's students are eligible to receive a variety of tax benefits that can significantly reduce the cost of their education.