An Extraordinary Value in Education!
YTI’s tuition rate is one of the best values of any seminary or divinity school in the U.S.—thanks to our generous donors! Tuition in 2026–2027 for our master’s programs is $300 per credit hour (compare YTI’s tuition with many other seminaries, which easily range from $400–800/hour or more.) And with our various scholarships, you can pay even less!
YTI Scholarships
All students accepted into YTI master’s program can apply for one of our scholarships:
|
Gilhousen Scholarship |
100% of tuition |
|
Honors Scholarship |
75% of tuition |
|
President’s Scholarship |
50% of tuition |
|
Founder’s Scholarship |
35% of tuition |
|
Gallatin Scholarship |
25% of tuition |
All scholarships are awarded to full-time students on basis of merit.
Additional Fees
In addition to tuition, students are responsible for a variety of fees, either annually or per term, which are not covered by scholarships:
|
Application Fee (one time) |
$50 |
|
Registration Fee (per term) |
$20 |
|
Library Fee (paid annually) |
$100 |
How It Works: Examples
Full-time student / Tuition & Fees:
|
Tuition for 12 Credit Hours |
$3,600 |
|
Registration Fee |
$20 |
|
Library Fee |
$100 |
|
Total Tuition & Fees |
$3,720 |
|
Less PRESIDENT’S SCHOLARSHIP |
$1,800 |
|
Less GILHOUSEN SCHOLARSHIP |
$3,600 |
NOTE: These numbers do not include textbooks, supplies, or arts & adventure fees.
Sample costs per term:
|
Books |
$200 |
|
Misc. Supplies |
$100 |
|
Arts/Adventure Practicum Fees |
$50–200 |
About Klein & Karen Gilhousen
Klein (1942–2016) and Karen (1948–2024) Gilhousen were significant visionaries behind Yellowstone Theological Institute. Klein was a pioneer in telecommunications, and the Gilhousens moved to the Bozeman area in the early 1990s, where they owned Copper Spring Ranch and generously supported a wide array of local organizations. Both Klein and Karen served on YTI’s board of directors for a number of years.
Plan a Visit
The best way to see YTI and become familiar with our campus, faculty, staff, students and the exceptional Montana city we call home is to see it for yourself. Throughout the year, YTI staff work with prospective students on individual visits to Bozeman.
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