Bible Institute

Inter-City Baptist Church established the Inter-City Baptist Bible Institute in 1975 to help the people of our church and other area churches develop a foundational knowledge of the Bible, Christian doctrine, church history, local church ministry, and Christian living.

About Inter-City Baptist Bible Institute

The Inter-City Baptist Bible Institute offers a convenient and inexpensive opportunity for you to receive a high-quality, well-rounded biblical education. Please take some time to learn about this unique opportunity and to consider how it might benefit you.

Who Should Attend

Our students are a healthy mixture of mature Christians who have been saved for many years, young Christians who are trying to understand the basics, and everyone in between. Whether you want to build a basic foundation or become a better teacher, the Institute will challenge you to take the next step. Take a look at our catalog to view the requirements to be a student.

Distinctives

  • Baptist
  • Dispensational
  • God-Centered View of Salvation
  • Cessationist
  • Complementarian
  • Young-Earth Creationist

A complete doctrinal statement is available here.

Programs of Study

We offer a standard diploma which requires 16 courses spread out over 5 areas of study (Old Testament, New Testament, Theology, Church History, and Practical Theology). Students can also earn an advanced diploma in each of these fields by completing an additional 6 courses in a specific area of study. Take a look at our catalog to find out more about our degrees.

Cost

Each course costs $30 for students 64 and younger and $15 for students 65 and older. There is a one-time $10 application fee for new students.

Class Schedule

Fall 2025 Class Schedule coming soon! 

Location

All Institute classes meet at Detroit Baptist Theological Seminary, located at 4801 Allen Road, Allen Park, MI. DBTS is conveniently located minutes from I-75, I-94, and Southfield Road.