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faqs

Frequently asked questions

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Where are you located?

Calvary Bible Institute 55475 Santa Fe Trail Yucca Valley, CA 92284

CBI Main Campus is located in Yucca Valley, California next to Joshua Tree.  If you want more specific information on a different campus, go to calvarybibleinstitute.com for more information.

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Do you offer Online Classes?

CBI does not offer any online classes.  Due to the ministry-training nature of our program, we choose to focus on in-person classes and experiences only.

If you're looking for good online Bible school content, consider these options below!  These are trusted Bible schools that we love and can recommend without hesitation.

Calvary Chapel University • Horizon University

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Is there an age requirement?

Yes.  To avoid tricky situations that arise from different age groups living together in the dorms and going through the same program together, we've found it necessary to focus our program towards young adults under the age of 30 years old only.

That being said, there are still many men and women over 30 years old who are looking to go deeper into God's Word and want to grow in serving Him better.  If this is the case for you, check out the other Bible program links in the “Online Classes” section above!

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Can I take just one course?

CBI is an in-person ministry training program for ages 18–30, offering courses through each book of the Bible. Classes are delivered in three formats: weekly sessions with local pastors, rotating block classes on different books, and survey classes using Chuck Tracks. Unlike other programs, CBI requires all students to complete every Bible course, along with Practical Ministry and Servanthood. The goal is to graduate biblically grounded students each year who have studied the entire Bible. The program is full-time and not designed for individual course enrollment.

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Do you accept Financial Aid?

Because CBI is not accredited, we do not qualify for the majority of grants and college scholarships.

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Are there any scholarships available?

CBI does not have any scholarships available, as our tuition cost is already as low as we can currently afford.  We recommend writing to your church leadership to see if they might be interested in supporting you.  CBI is also open to creating a payment plan with students and families, if making regular payments throughout the course of a semester is preferable.

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How do I make tuition payments?

CBI offers two main payment methods: online by credit/debit card or by mailing a check. To pay online, go to the “Admissions” tab, select “Pay Tuition,” and follow the prompts. A 4% fee applies to card payments.

To pay by check, make it out to Calvary Bible Institute and include the student’s name in the memo. Mail to: Calvary Bible Institute, 55475 Santa Fe Trail, Yucca Valley, CA 92284

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Do you accept married couples?

You picked a great Bible college to ask this. We’re intentional about serving married couples. Our President, Jerel Hagerman, helped shape a program designed with couples in mind. We offer married-couple dorms with private bathrooms, as well as nearby off-campus housing, including options for couples with children. If you’re interested, give us a call or submit an interest form to begin your application.

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What is the cost?

The cost of Calvary Bible Institute is $4,950 per semester. We are a two semester program so the entire cost is $9,900. This price is all-inclusive, covering the student’s housing, meals, events, classes, and much more.