Graduate Academic Catalog 2012-2013

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2012-2013 Graduate Programs Academic Catalog
Who Should Apply?
Applicants should evidence strong Christian char-
acter and commitment, potential for effectiveness
in Christian ministry, and the scholastic achieve-
ment, communication skills and intellectual ability
needed for graduate studies.
Our student body includes a blend of people fresh
out of college, those with careers, single and mar-
ried persons, and transfer students. The student
body includes people of diverse ages, geographi-
cal and cultural backgrounds, personal and family
backgrounds, and denominational affiliations. This
diversity adds to the richness of the CIU educa-
tional experience.
Prospective students are encouraged to discuss
plans, goals and questions with our concerned
and experienced admissions staff. Within the
United States, call our toll-free number (800) 777-
2227. Outside the United States, please call (803)
807-5024. Fax us at (803) 223-2500 or email us at
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Admissions Procedures
1. Complete the online application. Or request a
paper copy from the Graduate Admissions
Office by calling (800) 777-2227, ext. 5024,
emailing or by writing the
office at Columbia International University, P.O.
Box 3122, Columbia, SC 29230-3122.
2. Provide:
• Completed application form, the application
fee ($45) and a written Christian Experience
essay.
• Official transcripts from each postsecondary
institution. Transcripts should show date of
graduation, grade-point average, and all
courses taken. Remember, all transcripts
must be sent directly from the school to
CIU. Personal copies are not official.
• References from pastor and two other per-
sons on forms provided. Note: Completed
reference forms should be mailed directly to
the Graduate Admissions Office.
• Documentation of any program-specific
admissions requirements. Any test scores
(e.g., GRE, Praxis I:PPST, Praxis II 0014) or
other documentation required should be
submitted to the Graduate Admissions
Office as soon as possible. Score reports
must come directly from the testing agency.
3. Confirm intention to enroll within 21 days from
receipt of acceptance letter by sending the
$300 enrollment deposit and, if planning to live
in the Residence Hall, the $100 housing
deposit for students starting in the Fall or
Spring semesters. Graduate education stu-
dents in Summer Studies should submit a
tuition deposit of $300 and, if desiring to live on
campus, a housing deposit of $50 with their
registration form. These are not extra charges.
The tuition deposit is a confirmation of intention
to enroll and is applied toward the student’s
tuition at the time of enrollment. The housing
deposit reserves space in the residence hall
and is applied toward room and board costs at
the time of enrollment. For more details on
refunds, see the financial information section of
this catalog. The enrollment deposit is waived
for the spouse of a full-time Graduate Program
student.
4. A medical form will be sent from the Health
Services Office after acceptance. The complet-
ed immunization verification, medical history
and insurance information must be received by
health services before the student may register
for classes. Not required for summer-only and
online students.
Note: Columbia International University follows a
rolling admissions policy. Applications are
reviewed when the admissions office has received
all of the application materials. Prospective stu-
dents are notified of decisions on their applica-
tions within a reasonable time frame, usually two
to four weeks after all application materials are
received. Please see website for upcoming
semester deadline. In the College of Counseling,
students are notified two to four weeks after their
group interview.
ADMISSIONS