Tuition

First things first: no individual or entity profits from Polishing the Pulpit.

We only charge a tuition to cover the costs related to having the event, such as the event space, speakers, and staffing. In fact, Polishing the Pulpit does not fully cover its cost, and the difference is made up through individual and congregational donations.

Children attend for free with parents or legal guardians. If you want to send your child with a grandparent or your congregation wants to send a group of young people, the tuition is $150/teenager.

Times with no tuition fees:

  • At Branson, Wednesday, July 15, after 6:30 p.m., and Sunday morning, July 19, are free.
  • At Sevierville, Sunday morning, August 15; Wednesday, August 19, after 6:30 p.m.; and Thursday, August 20, are free.


There is a scholarship program for those who cannot afford the registration fee for PTP. Scholarship applications for 2026 open in February 2026 and close on March 1, 2026.

Registration Type

Rate

Adult
Branson Early Bird Deadline: April 20
Sevierville Early Bird Deadline: May 18

Branson $225 (early bird) $250 after early bird has ended

Sevierville $250 (early bird) $275 after early bird has ended

Both $425 (early bird) $475 after early bird has ended

First Time Adult (Must be your first time attending any PTP)

$200 (Branson only)

Widows/widowers

$75

Full time, undergraduate, on-campus college/preaching school student. Must be taking at least 12 hours of classes. Online programs do not apply.

$75

Full time, undergraduate, on-campus college/preaching school student. Must be taking at least 12 hours of classes. Online programs do not apply.

$75

Missionary/Foreigner (must live outside the U.S. 6+ months/year)

$75

Teen coming without a parent/guardian (coming with grandparent or a youth group)

$150

Spiritual Renewal Weekend

Come Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for $175

Day Passes

$125 (must select day)

Sevierville day passes are only available on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.