The Word of Life
Bible Institute
We are a collegiate-level program offering intensive Bible study and ministry training designed to help students deepen their faith and discover God’s vision for their lives.
The Word of Life Bible Institute educates and prepares students to make a difference in their communities and around the world through intensive biblical studies and practical ministry training. It’s a place where students discover their God-given callings.
The Process
Academic Programs
The Bible Institute is a collegiate-level program offering both one and two year options that focus on three core areas: study, life and ministry. Through biblical studies coursework, discipleship, community, and hands-on ministry opportunities, the Bible Institute is an immersive experience where students deepen their faith and prepare for the future, whether in a career or full-time ministry.
Word of Life had such a tremendous impact on my spiritual development. They taught me to trust the Bible and the primacy of evangelism and discipleship.JD Greear (Alumnus)
Attending the Bible Institute is an unparalleled experience. The classes, staff, and family like atmosphere were instrumental in solidifying my faith in God.Clayton Graham
There’s no better place to see and feel God’s grace around you and the Bible Institute uses the word of God as the necessary foundation for life. A beautiful life in Christ.Sara Pickett
The Bible Institute completely changed my life… Met my wife there, met the friends I’ll have forever. And more importantly, found my relationship with the one and only king of kings. My precious redeemer.Timothy Scott Johnson (Alumnus)
The Bible Institute gave me the opportunity to take a year to deepen and strengthen my faith in Christ. I have seen His hand on my life in a completely new and exciting way.Caleb Settje
Through the Word of Life program of discipleship, ministry programs, friendships, leadership, classes, chapels and quiet times, God used the Word of Life Bible Institute to completely capture my heart.Hope Marrah
My year at Word of Life taught me so much about God’s grace and character that I had been missing for years. Through this my relationship with the Lord has become all the more real and precious to me. Vanessa Gallian
Upcoming Events
New York
Campus Preview Days
April 26 - April 28Campus Preview Days
May 3 - May 5Spring Semester ends
May 25Spring Break – NY
May 25 - June 12Summer Ministry – NY
June 13 - August 18
Florida
FL WOLBI Spring Break
April 9 - April 26Spring Semester Ends – FL
May 11Students return for summer camp ministry – FL
May 26Summer Camps – FL
June 3 - July 27Summer Camps – FL
June 3 - July 27
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Become a Student
Whether you just graduated high school, want a change of pace from your professional career or just desire to know the Lord on a deeper level, the Bible Institute is the perfect place for you. Start your application online today and our admissions team will walk you through every step of the process.