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Program OptionsProgram 1 is designed for college graduates with no previous studies in Bible or theology. Program 2 is designed
for college graduates who have at least 30 semester hours of Bible, theology, or Church history.
Program 1 purpose i to provid :
• Globally-focused, multicultural ministry training for college graduates whose previous study has not
included biblical and theological disciplines.
• Ministry training for individuals who are changing careers.
• An opportunity for personal development through careful study of the Scriptures and application of biblical
truth to life and ministry.
• An opportunity to test one’s call to vocational Christian service through ministry studies and supervised
experience.
Program 2 purpose is to provide:
• Advanced ministry preparation that acknowledges and builds on prior studies in Bible, theology, and
Church history.
• Specialized training for individuals who intend to serve in another culture.
• Professional development for individuals in ministry who desire the refreshment and growth stimulated by
advanced studies.
• Advanced training in biblical studies.
The Program 2 curriculum has been constructed to ensure adequate coverage and balance in essential areas of
preparation for ministry without unwarranted duplication of prior study. Where duplication occurs, a student may
petition to substitute another course in the same field of study.
Entrance Requireme tsIn addition to those requirements listed in the Admissions section of this catalog, applicants for Program 2 must
have a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution and a minimum of 30 semester hours of
previous study in Bible, theology, and/or Church history.Students with 18-29 semester hours of previous biblical and theological studies from an accredited institution may
enroll in CIU’s SSM as Program 1 students and complete the courses necessary to reach the 30 semester hour
minimum for entrance into Program 2. Hours used to meet entrance requirements, however, may not be applied
toward degree completion. Once students have met the 30 hour minimum they may apply for entrance into a
Program 2 degree using the Degree Change form available from the SSM dean’s office (Schuster 140) or atonline.ciu.edu/ICS/Campus_Life/Seminary_Information/Forms_and_Policies.jnz.
Completion Requirements:
All Masters Level Programs Requirements
• Completion of one of the prescribed curricula with a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA. Although faculty
advisors assist students in planning their course of studies, it is the student’s responsibility to ensure all
requirements for graduation have been met.
• Read the entire Bible following admission, including selections assigned in Bible courses. This requirement
must be completed six weeks prior to graduation (not applicable to D.Min. or Biblical Ministry Certificate).
• Approval of Candidacy (not applicable to Biblical Ministry Certificate students; see details below)
• Significant achievement of CIU’s SSM objectives (see above)
• Affirmation of the Doctrinal Statement, except section 8 (see below)
• Completion of chapel attendance requirement (see below)
m 1 Req ts S): 60 ho the last 18 hours taken at CIU
M.A.GLS, , M.A. YML: 60 hours: Minimum of 21 semester hours completed in residence; 12 of the last 18 hours
taken at
63 hour um of 21 semester hours completed in residence; 12 of the last 18 hours taken at CIU
72 hours: Minimum of 24 semester hours completed in residence; 24 of the last 30 hours taken at CIU
90 hours: Minimum of 30 semester hours completed in residence; 24 of the last 30 hours taken at CIU
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