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COSTS AND FEESEstimated CostsThe table below estimates typical first-year costs for various degree programs atLSTC. The costs are shown for only the student (no spouse or dependents). D.Min.costs are for the summer residency program. Actual costs will vary depending uponthe specific characteristics/needs of the student and the degree program pursued.More detailed cost estimates for families and additional years of study are availablefrom the Vocation, Admissions and Financial Aid Office. This table is presented“for information only” to prospective students and others interested in the cost ofseminary education.Typical First-Year Program CostsBased on 2012-13 Academic yearType of Cost Explanations M.A.M.S./M.A.T.S./M.Div.DIRECT COSTS:D.Min.Th.M/Ph.D.Tuition $13,554 $4,000 $18,786Health Insur. (U.S.) Cost of “Basic Plan” 2,290 (est.) NA 2,290 (est.)Activity/Tech Fee 170 0 150Subtotal $15,844 $4,000 $21,076INDIRECT COSTS:Housing (M.Div./M.A.T.S./M.A.M., shared) $4,680 $1,155 $4,680Furniture (if renting from LSTC) 480 0 480Rental Insur. 190 0 190Utilities/Phone 1,158 0 1,158Food 2,400 350 2,400Personal 1,000 100 1,000Recreation 400 200 400Clothing 533 0 533Books/Supplies 1,100 500 1,100Medical Ded. 350 0 350Transportation 2,500 1,000 2,500Subtotal $14,791 $3,305 $14,791Grand Total $30,635 $7,305 $35,867Costs may vary, due to the individual student’s circumstances.105