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Purpose and Objectives
The purpose of the Bible certificate is to provide a basic course of study that will give students an opportunity to
survey the entire Bible and to lay a foundation in basic doctrine, principles for Christian life and ministry, and a
biblical worldview. The program satisfies the requirement of one year of biblical studies for many mission
agencies. Upon satisfactory completion of the requirements, students are awarded a Bible certificate.
The Undergraduate Bible Certificate is not eligible for federal Title IV financial aid funds (i.e. Federal Pell Grant and
Federal Direct Loans).
Certificate Requirements
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Minimum 32 total semester hours credit
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Minimum 18 hours of Bible, theology and a worldview development
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Minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA
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Satisfactory evidence of sound Christian character and doctrinal views. Students will not be accepted as
candidates for a certificate if they deny any of the doctrines as stated in the Doctrinal Standard, if they
affirm error in Scripture, or if they believe in the ultimate salvation of all people.
(Exception: A andi ate
need not affirm the premillennial position expressed in section 8 of the Doctrinal Sta dard.)
The Bible Certificate is available fully online.
Cours of Study
32
Fall
17
BIB 1114
Old Testament Survey: Torah & History
3
BIB 1120
New Testament Survey
3
BIB xxxx
Bible Elective
3
HIS 1210
Historical Perspectives on Culture and Civilization 1
3
ICS 1210
Discovering the Mission of God
3
SOC 1112
CIU 101
2
Spring
15
BIB 1115
Old Testament Survey: Poetry & Prophecy
3
BIB xxxx
Bible Elective
3
HUM 1211
Historical Perspectives on Culture and Civilization 2
3
MSD 1120
Evangelism and Discipleship
3
THE 2110
Survey of Bible Doctrine
3
Disclosure of the following information is required by the US Department of Education.
Career Possibilities:
Upon completion of this program, graduates will be ready to explore volunteer or entry-level employment opportunities for mission
agencies, churches, youth ministries, para-church ministries, and various service organizations. Below are the Standard Occupational Classification (SOC)
codes that represent these types of career opportunities:
21-2000 Religious Workers
21-2011 Clergy
21-2021 Directors, Religious Activities, and Education
21-2099 Religious Workers, All Other
Program Costs:
For the academic year 2013-14: Resident tuition for 30 hours is $18,200.00. Online tuition for 30 hours is $16,500.00. Books and supplies are
$1,000.00. Room and board are $6,890.00.
Graduation Rates for 2011-12:
Four graduates
On-time Completion Rate; Median Loan Debt of Graduates:
For the privacy of our students, we cannot disclose this information.
Job Placement Rate:
Unavailable at this time
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