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Moody Bible Institute is a Christian higher education institution founded in Chicago (United States) in 1886 by evangelist D. L. Moody. Its undergraduate school on the Chicago campus offers more than a dozen accredited degrees and certificates in biblical and ministry-related programmes, combined with practical ministry experience.

The institution also includes Moody Theological Seminary, with campuses in Chicago and Plymouth, Michigan, offering doctoral and master's degrees and graduate certificates; Moody Online, for undergraduate and graduate study at a distance; and Moody Aviation in Spokane, Washington, which trains pilots and aviation mechanics for mission and humanitarian work.

According to Moody, over 200 international students from more than 50 countries study there. Undergraduates from other countries are admitted only for the autumn semester, and applicants from countries where English is not the official language need a TOEFL score of at least 79 (internet-based). An International Student Office supports students on F-1 visas. Full-time residential undergraduates at the Chicago campus receive a full tuition scholarship funded by donors, while room, board and fees are paid by the student. New students are required to live on campus.

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, Chicago, IL, The United States, 60610-3284

Moody Theological Seminary (Chicago and Plymouth, Michigan, and online) offers doctoral and master's degrees and graduate certificates, providing biblical leadership training for pastors, ministry leaders, counsellors, missionaries and other professionals.

International undergraduates are admitted only for the autumn semester and should consult the nearest US consulate or embassy about studying in the United States. Moody is approved by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to train international students. TOEFL scores must be sent directly to Moody's Admissions Office (school code 1486). F-1 applicants may be asked for an I-134 Affidavit of Support.

Undergraduate applicants from countries where English is not the official language need a TOEFL score of at least 79 (internet-based), 213 (computer-based) or 550 (paper-based). The seminary section of the page lists higher minimums: 85 (internet-based), 233 (computer-based) or 575 (paper-based).

Full-time residential undergraduates at the Chicago campus receive a full tuition scholarship; off-campus commuter students pay US$425 per credit hour in 2026-27. Other costs per semester for 2026-27:

• Double room: US$4,095 (single in Houghton Hall, limited: US$4,275)
• Board: US$2,545 to US$3,400 depending on the meal plan
• Required fees: technology US$310, facilities US$293, student services US$562, insurance handling US$25, Ventra U-Pass US$170

Books, supplies, medical insurance and personal expenses are extra.

Full-time residential undergraduates at the Chicago campus receive a donor-funded full tuition scholarship (Chicago Undergraduate Tuition Scholarship). Moody also awards scholarships and grants based on merit and need, and helps students find external scholarships for room, board and other costs.

All new students must live on campus, except married students and others with special circumstances. Residence halls are Culbertson, Houghton and Smith Hall (for married students). Rooms are furnished with beds, dressers, desks, closets and bookcases; students bring their own bedding. Returning students can request to stay during breaks at an extra cost.