Winter Studies General Info
- Athletic Facilities
- Admission
- Transportation and Accommodations
- Welcome and Orientation
- Meals
- Registration
- Payment
- Tuition and Fees
- Auditing Courses
- Academic Information
- Lifestyle Commitment
- Chapel
- Severe Inclement Weather
- Post Office
- Switchboard
- CIU Bookstore
- The G. Allen Fleece Library
- The Student Computing Center
- Health Services
- Dress Code
- Sunday Worship
- Parking Permits
- Maps and Directions
- Winter Studies Office
Athletic Facilities
CIU has a new fitness center/gym on campus. For Winter students who have not paid an activity fee the fee is $5.00 for an individual visit or $10.00 for weekly use of the gym. Hours are posted at the center. For more information, go to www.ciu.edu/studentlife/athletics .
Admission
Christians who meet basic admissions standards are welcome to attend as guest students. Please use the on-line registration form to register. If you plan to take courses "for credit," you must have all secondary and post-secondary transcripts sent from your previous school to the Admissions Office. You will not receive credit for courses unless we receive your transcripts.
Transportation and Accommodations
Winter Studies students arrange their own transportation and accommodations. On campus housing is not available this year. You are free to stay with friends, select your own hotel, or choose from our list of area hotels. Note that rates are not guaranteed; contact individual motel for confirmation. Students arriving by air should plan to rent a car or take a taxi from the airport to their hotel. CIU is unable to provide airport shuttle service.
Welcome and Orientation
A “Welcome Orientation” will be held each Monday during the Chapel time, so students should go directly to the classroom on Monday morning. Classes begin promptly at 8:00 a.m. each day.
Meals
Because the College will be in Spring classes, the Cafeteria will be serving all three meals each day, and the costs are as follows: Breakfast $3.50; Lunch $4.25; Dinner $5.00. Further information on hours of operation will be available at Orientation.
Students are encouraged to purchase a meal card at the beginning of the week, and save 10% off of the cost of purchasing individual meals.
Registration
Some classes require early registration (see course description for details). However, all students are strongly encouraged to register by early December in order to avoid problems with closed classes, lack of textbooks, or missing forms. Use the on-line registration form on our website. Keep in mind that the entire CIU campus is closed from December 24 through December 31 for the Christmas holiday, so early registration is essential. Also, most syllabi will not be availble until mid-October at the earliest.
Payment
Tuition and fees are due in full by 4:00 p.m. on the first day of class. Fee statements will be available for you in the orientation meeting on Monday morning, and payment may be made during break times or during lunch time.
Tuition and Fees
GRAD Courses: $455 per semester hour, plus $30 registration fee.
SEMINARY Courses: $415 per semester hour, plus $30 registration fee.
Auditing Courses
Most courses may be audited for a fee of $75 per semester hour (available as space permits) plus a $30 registration fee. Please contact the registrar's office at registrar@ciu.edu with any questions or concerns. Students auditing seminary or grad school courses must hold at least a Bachelor's degree.
Academic Information
Course materials are available only to enrolled students.
Instructor permission is required for taping of classes, and then for personal use only.
Textbooks and supplies may be purchased at the Bookstore in the Rossi Student Center.
Course locations are posted on building outer doors. Ask for help if you need directions. Course schedules or classroom assignments are subject to change. Be sure you register early so that the Registrar may contact you in the event of a change.
Lifestyle Commitment
Please observe the CIU Lifestyle Commitment during your entire time as a member of our community.
Chapel
Chapel is held Monday through Thursday from 9:30 to10:00 a.m. All of our Winter Studies students attend chapel.
Severe Inclement Weather
In case of severe inclement weather, you are advised to watch WIS-TV for college closing/delay announcements. You may also call the university switchboard (803-754-4100 or 803-735-8343) for CIU announcements of delay or closing.
Post Office
The post office is located on the lower level of the Rossi Student Center. Post Office hours are normally 12:45 - 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Switchboard
The switchboard is located in the Administration Building. Switchboard hours during Winter Studies are Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A fax machine at the switchboard is available for student use for a minimal charge. CIU’s fax number is (803) 786-4209.
CIU Bookstore
The CIU Bookstore, located on the lower level of the Rossi Student Center, is open as follows:
Mondays: 8:30 - 4:00
Tuesdays through Fridays: 8:30 - 5:00
Bookstore is closed 10:45-12:00 for chapel each day.
The G. Allen Fleece Library
The G. Allen Fleece Library and Ministry Resource Department provides access to over 200,000 print and media items, more than 300 print journal titles, and 70+ databases. The Reference staff is available to provide library orientation and instruction in the use of resources. The Library staff can assist in obtaining materials from other libraries through inter-library loan; however, such requests must be made 3 weeks in advance. Wireless internet access is available throughout the library as well as wired connections in designated locations and private study carrels. You may obtain a temporary ID card at the check-out desk in order to check materials out. Library hours are 8am - midnight, Monday-Thursday and 8am-10pm, Friday and Saturday. The Library will post any changes in these hours.
The Student Computing Center
The Student Computing Center, located on the second floor of the Ridderhof Building, provides computers for use by students. A sign-in which permits access to the university's academic computing resources is available at the Student Computing Center front desk. Computers on campus are PC-compatible and run on a Microsoft Windows platform. For additional assistance or questions, contact ext. 5199 or email helpdesk@ciu.edu.
Health Services
Health Services is located at the right end of Petty Residence Hall. Clinic hours, which vary, are posted in the Campus INSIDER.
Dress Code
Men wear sport/dress shirts with slacks or jeans which are neat and modest. Women wear skirts/dresses no more than 2 inches above the knee or wear slacks/jeans which are neat and modest.
Sunday Worship
Sunday Worship is available at many fine churches throughout the Columbia area. The Student Life Office, located on the lower level of the Rossi Building beside the bookstore, can assist you in identifying a church of your preference.
Parking Permits
Because the College will have begun their Spring semester, Parking Permits are required for Winter Studies students. Go to the Security office in Walker Hall to receive a yellow Temporary Parking decal, which must be displayed while you are on campus. You will then be able to park in any student parking spaces. Please avoid marked parking spaces reserved for faculty, staff, and administrators.
Maps and Directions
Take I-20 to Exit 68, turn north on Monticello Road (Hwy SC215) and go two miles. The entrance to CIU's beautiful 400-acre campus is on the left.
Winter Studies Office
The Registrar's office is here to serve you. For assistance, contact Jane Huss at campus extension 5033 or email her at jhuss@ciu.edu. If you need assistance while on campus, there is always someone available in the Registrar's office Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm, and the office is located in the Administration Building.
