Tuition & Fees FAQ

• Is there an application fee? No, applying to Forge Theological Seminary is completely free. 

• When do I pay? Students who have already completed the application process are eligible to begin their subscriptions. 

• How do I pay? Using the links provided above, select your program and initiate your monthly subscription. 

• Will my tuition increase? We guarantee no tuition increases for students who are presently subscribed to a monthly payment plan. 

• Is there another method of payment? Because we have sought to keep our tuition costs as affordable as possible, there is no other method of payment. 

• What if I miss a payment? Students who miss one payment are placed on probationary status for a period of one month. We will attempt to draft your account an additional time to cover the missed payment. Students who miss two payments will be removed from their program until payment is made. Additionally, students who have missed payments will be unable to obtain copies of their transcript until overdue balances are paid in full. 

• Do I need to pay for the books for my courses? Yes, as book fees are not included in the tuition. 

• I do not wish to continue in my program. How do I end my subscription? End your subscription through your PayPal account. Contact registrar@forge.education to end enrollment. 

• May I pause my program? Programs may be paused only when you are not presently enrolled in a course. Students who are between courses may contact registrar@forge.education and explain their desire to pause their studies. Cancel your subscription through your PayPal account. Students who wish to withdraw from a course should contact our office via email. 

• When do I pay my graduation fee? Students who complete the requirements of their program may apply for graduation by contacting registrar@forge.education. Upon approval, you may pay the fee. 

• Is there a transcript fee? Yes, the fee for an official transcript is $8. 

• Is there a cost to transfer credit? No, there is no fee associated with credit transfers for students who have an active payment subscription.

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Refund Policy

We understand that circumstances may arise that require students to withdraw from courses or programs. This Refund Policy outlines the terms and conditions under which refunds may be granted.

1. Withdrawal and Refund Eligibility
Program Withdrawal
Students who wish to withdraw from their program must submit a written request to the Registrar's Office (registrar@forge.education) by email. 
Refunds are determined based on the date the written withdrawal request is received. Students who have issued a written withdrawal request and who have made a tuition payment within seven calendar days of the request are entitled to a full refund of the relevant payment. 

Students who cancel their tuition subscription during their enrollment and(or) prior to withdrawal approval are not entitled to a refund as per our tuition agreement. 

 

2. Special Exceptions

Refunds outside of the standard policy may be considered under the following exceptional circumstances:

• Military Duty: Students called to active military duty who request a pause in their enrollment may be eligible for a full or partial refund depending on the timing and duration of the deployment.

• Catastrophe: In the event of a catastrophic event, a student who requests a pause in their enrollment may be eligible for a refund of the most recent tuition payment.

• Institutional Error: If a student withdraws due to an error or miscommunication on the part of the Seminary, a full refund of the most recent tuition subscription fee may be granted.

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3. Processing Refunds

Refunds will be processed within 30 days of the withdrawal request. Refunds will be issued through the original payment method unless otherwise requested.

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4. Non-Refundable Items

Certain fees and charges are non-refundable, including but not limited to:

• Application fees

• Transcript fees

• Tuition Subscription fees prior to withdrawal

• Graduation fees