Making your theological education affordable and accessible is our priority. We’re committed to helping you identify and manage the financial resources needed to make seminary education a reality.

Get Started

Ready to explore your options? Contact our Office of Admissions and Financial Aid:

Funding Your Education

Scholarships & Grants

Merit & Need-Based Scholarships

  • Work directly with your admissions officer to explore scholarship opportunities
  • Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for need-based aid consideration

External Scholarships

  • Browse our curated outside scholarship database for additional funding opportunities
  • Many denominational and private organizations offer theological education scholarships

Federal Student Loans

First Time at LTS? New federal loan borrowers must complete two required steps:

  1. Entrance Counseling

    • Complete online at studentaid.gov
    • Select “Complete Loan Entrance Counseling”
    • LTS receives automatic notification upon completion
  2. Master Promissory Note (MPN)

    • Complete online at studentaid.gov
    • Select “Complete a Loan Agreement (Master Promissory Note/MPN)”

Managing Existing Loans

In-School Deferment

If you have prior Stafford Loans, you can request an in-school deferment:

  1. Contact your current loan servicer to obtain the deferment form
  2. Submit your completed form to the LTS Registrar

Questions about deferments? Contact Teresa Benneian, Registrar and Financial Aid Counselor at 717-290-8748

Next Steps

  1. Apply for admission and connect with your admissions officer about scholarships
  2. Complete the FAFSA if you need federal aid or need-based scholarships
  3. Explore external scholarships using our resource database
  4. Contact our financial aid team with any questions

Your theological calling shouldn’t be limited by financial barriers. We’re here to help you find a path forward.