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AG COLLEGE GUIDE 2010-2011

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

SPIRITUAL TRANSFORMATION

the official guide to endorsed Assemblies of God universities, colleges, institutes, and seminary

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Accreditation: AACTE ABHE ATS CAAHEP CCNE CCTC CCCU CSWE DETC FDOE ACBE MSACS NASM NCACS NCATE NWCCU SACS WASC -

American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education Association for Biblical Higher Education Association of Theological Schools Commission on Accreditation for Allied Health Education Programs Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education California Commission on Teacher Credentialing Council for Christian Colleges and Universities Council on Social Work Education Distance Education and Training Council Florida Department of Education International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools National Association of Schools of Music North Central Association of Colleges and Schools National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Degrees Offered: A.A./A.S. A.R.E. B.A./B.S. B.B.A. B.F.A. B.M. B.R.E. B.S.W. D.Min. M.A./M.S. M.B.A. M.Div. M.Ed. M.I.T. M.I.M. M.O.L. -

Associate of Arts/Science Associate of Religious Education Bachelor of Arts/Science Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Fine Arts Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Religious Education Bachelor of Social Work Doctor of Ministry Master of Arts/Science Master of Business Administration Master of Divinity Master of Education Master of Information Technology Masters of International Management Master of Organizational Leadership

Admission Requirements: ACT GED GPA SAT -

American College Test General Educational Development Grade Point Average Scholastic Assessment Test

Financial Aid: ACG BIA CWS DANTES FAFSA LEAP PELL PLUS SELF SEOG SMART VA -

Academic Competitive Grant Bureau of Indian Affairs College Work Study Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support Free Application for Federal Student Aid Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership Pell Grant Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students Student Educational Loan Fund Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant Science and Mathematics Access to Retain Talent Veterans Affairs

Academic Programs: ESOL TESL TEFL -

English for Speakers of Other Languages Teaching English as a Second Language Teaching English as a Foreign Language

Information in this COLLEGE GUIDE (2010-2011 Edition) is provided by the colleges and is current as of the 2010-2011 school year. Information is subject to change without notice and does not constitute a contract.

Assemblies of God College Guide (2010-2011) is published by The Alliance for Assemblies of God Higher Education 1445 North Boonville Avenue, Springfield, Missouri, 65802-1894.

Phone: (417) 862-2781 x3315 • Fax: (417) 866-1146 E-mail: colleges@ag.org • Website: www.colleges.ag.org

The Alliance for AG Higher Education George O. Wood, President G. Robert Cook, Jr., Executive Vice President Marilyn K. Abplanalp, Assistant Vice President David J. Moore, Assistant Vice President Terry Langford, Administrative Coordinator Christy Rowden, Administrative Coordinator Dan Morrison, Editor/Media Specialist Graphic Designer, Chris Gerringer ©2010 by Gospel Publishing House 1445 N. Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

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The General Council of the

Assemblies of God

Table of Contents School Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Greetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 American Indian College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 AG Theological Seminary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Bethany University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Caribbean Theological College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Central Bible College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Evangel University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Global University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Latin American Bible Institute - CA . . . . . . . . . . 12 Latin American Bible Institute - TX . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Native American Bible College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 North Central University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Northwest University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Southeastern University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Southwestern AG University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Trinity Bible College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Valley Forge Christian College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Vanguard University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Western Bible College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Zion Bible College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Majors Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-27 Dollars & Sense . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Financial Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Tips from a Former Admissions Counselor . . . . . 30 Checklist for College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

College Guide Readers: Some of the most crucial and powerful years in my life were those I spent at an Assemblies of God college for my undergraduate studies.

I also attended another AG school for graduate work. The classes, chapels, professors, administrators, small groups, peers, ministry opportunities and all the rest were used by God to shape my life! Yes, I understand my bias in this subject, but it is my opinion that an AG college is one of the best places in the world for students to undergo “God’s shaping and molding.”

Our academic programs are excellent; we do not apologize for scholastic rigor. We believe education and anointing from God can go together! Our commitment to the integration of faith and learning drives our passion for spiritual growth in the lives of our students.

Some educational institutions may teach a student “how to make a living.” We provide more than that for our students; we teach our students “how to live,” more specifically “how to live and make an eternal impact for the kingdom of God.” We are passionate about both educational and spiritual growth!

Our schools are also great places to build relationships that can last a lifetime. To this day, I have close friendships with many of the students with whom I walked the campus of an AG college. Though we may now live great distances from each other, we still encourage each other in our faith journey.

I hope you will seriously, prayerfully consider attending one of our schools listed in this guide. The educational, spiritual, and relational foundation you can build during your time there can prepare you for the rest of your life!

Read this AG College Guide carefully, access our website at colleges.ag.org, or call our offices at 417.862.2781, extension 3315. We want YOU to be part of the growing number of men and women who choose to be “shaped by God” at one of our colleges, universities, institutes, or seminary!

Investing in the next generation, Bob Cook Executive Vice President The Alliance for AG Higher Education

Standing l-r: Christy Rowden, Terry Langford, Dan Morrison Seated l-r: Marilyn Abplanalp, Bob Cook, Dave Moore

Dear students, parents, pastors and friends: This great prayer was prayed over me when I was young and it’s my prayer for our Assemblies of God young people: “Lord, help them to lay foundations strong enough to bear the weight You will later place on them.”

I encourage each young person in the Assemblies of God to attend one of our endorsed colleges and universities because that’s the best way I know for a strong foundation to be laid in their lives. We need young people who will change the world, and I can think of no better way to do that than preparing for future life and vocation in one of our schools.

Does it cost money to attend one of our schools? Yes. Is it cheaper to go to a community college? Yes, but is it worth it? You must measure cost against worth. It’s worth it to have Spirit-filled and knowledgeable professors. It’s worth it to be surrounded by strong Christian friends. It’s worth it to be in smaller classes taught by a real professor instead of huge classes taught by a graduate teaching assistant. It’s worth it to be in chapel and to experience times of revival. It’s worth it to have opportunity to meet the person who will be your Christian spouse for life. The worth of one of our schools is far greater than the cost. I cannot emphasize this strongly enough!

Thanks for letting me share my heart with you. And, I look forward to your enrolling in one of our great schools!

Sincerely, George O. Wood General Superintendent

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American Indian College AIC in Focus:

AIC is a college that provides a biblical foundation for education and for life.

Established to prepare Native Americans for a life of service to God and others, AIC’s uniqueness and strength is its diversity in culture and ethnicity. Our students come from a wide variety of races, tribes, regions and cultures to become leaders in their communities and in the body of Christ. We welcome any student who desires to know and serve God. Students that attend AIC can always expect three core values to be made relevant on campus: Excellence, Experience, and Empowerment!

Just the Facts:

Dr. David DeGarmo, President 10020 North 15th Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85021-2199 1-800-933-3828 / 602-944-3335 Admissions: 602-944-3335 x232 Financial Aid: 602-944-3335 x223 Founded: 1957 Accreditation: NCACS Degrees Offered: A.A., B.A. Student /Teacher Ratio: 7:1 Enrollment: 95 Enrollment Ratio: 49% male, 51% female Website: www.aicag.edu E-mail: information@aicag.edu Fax: 602-943-8299

Annual Costs:

Tuition: $9,750 Room and Board: $6,202 Total Cost: $15,952

Financial Aid:

Percentage of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 88% Forms Required: FAFSA

On-Campus Housing: Single Student Housing: Yes Married Student Housing: No Married Student w/ Children: No

Admission Requirements: GPA over 2.0 or GED, ACT, pastoral recommendation Application Deadline: Fall - None Spring - None Online application available.

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Areas of Study Majors:

Incoming Freshman Information: Average ACT score: 15 Average SAT score: 520 Average high school GPA: 2.6

Athletics:

Intramural Programs: Basketball - men, women Volleyball - women

Music Groups:

Bands with Open Membership: 6 Music Touring Groups: 3

Business/Business Education Christian Ministry Education/Elementary

Minors:

Bible/Theology Christian Education Education/Elementary International/Multi-Cultural Studies

Assemblies of God Theological Seminary AGTS in Focus:

Just the Facts:

Dr. Byron Klaus, President 1435 North Glenstone Avenue Springfield, MO 65802 417-268-1000 / 1-800-467-AGTS Admissions: 417-268-1023 / 866-773-2226 Financial Aid: 417-268-1028 Each faculty and staff member is Founded: 1972 committed to Spirit-filled life and service. Biblical and theological studies, Accreditation: ATS, NCACS Degrees Offered: M.A., M.Div., D.Min. counseling principles, education methodology and missiological strategies D.Miss., Ph.D. (Intercultural Studies) Student/Teacher Ratio: 11:1 are all informed by the richness of the Enrollment: 426 Pentecostal tradition.

Enrollment Ratio: 70% male, 30% female Founded in 1972 as the graduate education arm of the General Council of Website: www.agts.edu the Assemblies of God, AGTS serves its E-mail: info@agts.edu Fax: 417-268-1001 denominational constituency as well as Annual Costs: the larger Evangelical and Pentecostal Tuition: $12,129* community.

Fees: N/A Books: $650 With a state-of-the-art facility and dedicated staff, AGTS is taking a journey Total Cost: $12,779 into the future with great scholars who are eager to communicate a transforming * $508/credit hour; based on 24 semester hours annually- 9 hours for Fall and Spring and 6 hours vision for the world of the third for Summer millennium.

Combining accredited academic excellence with Pentecostal fervor, AGTS graduate programs are designed to propel men and women into powerful, life-changing ministry.

Financial Aid:

Percentage of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 75% Forms Required: FAFSA

On-Campus Housing: Contact Enrollment Office

Admission Requirements: Baccalaureate degree Application Deadline: Fall - July Spring - December Online application and registration available.

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Areas of Study Graduate Programs: Bible/Theology Biblical Studies/Literature Chaplaincy Christian Ministry Counseling/Psychology Discipleship Intercultural Ministries Muslim Ministries Pentecostal Studies Preaching/Evangelism

Bethany University BU in Focus:

Through educational programs and student development experiences, Bethany equips students’ minds and engages their souls to change the world. Charged with the mission to prepare leaders for church and society, Bethany actively integrates character and leadership development, intercultural awareness, professional excellence, and ministry into students’ lives. The highly credentialed faculty is dedicated to teaching, integration of faith and learning, and to the translation of Christian belief in global service.

Bethany graduates leave knowing they are called of God with a purpose to change the world in their chosen vocation.

Bethany provides a variety of academically excellent programs for undergraduates and graduates allowing educational and spiritual development for multiple populations ranging from high school graduates to adult learners.

A small community feeling allows students to experience one-on-one faculty mentoring and develop lifelong friendships. With over 19,000 alumni, Bethany graduates have been influencing their world since 1919.

Just the Facts:

Reverend Lew Shelton, President 800 Bethany Dr. Scotts Valley, CA 95066 831-438-3800/1-800-843-9410 Admissions: 831-438-3800 x3900 Financial Aid: 831-438-3800 x3211 Founded: 1919 Accreditation: WASC, CCCU Degrees Offered: B.A., M.A., M.S. Student/Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Enrollment: 500 Enrollment Ratio: 37% male, 63% female Website: www.bethany.edu E-mail: info@fc.bethany.edu Fax: 831-438-6104

Annual Costs:

Tuition: undergraduate - $18,300; graduate (MA Teaching) - $515/unit; graduate (MS Psych) - $645/unit; Fees: undergraduate - $550; graduate (MA Teaching) - $100; graduate (MS Psych) - $100 Room and Board: $7,600 Total Cost: undergraduate - $27,000; graduate (MA Teaching) - $8,340* (average for full-time without room and board); graduate (MS Psych) $10,420* (average for full-time without room and board) * Based on full-time enrollment of 8 units per

Areas of Study Distance Learning: Forms Required: FAFSA Off-Campus Employment Availability: High

On-Campus Housing: Single Student Housing: Yes Married Student Housing: No Married Student w/ Children: No

Admission Requirements: Application Deadline: Fall - August 1st Spring - December 1st Online application available.

Incoming Freshman Information: Average ACT score: 19 Average SAT score: 950 Average high school GPA: 3.14

Athletics:

Varsity Programs: Baseball - men Basketball - men, women Soccer - men, women Softball – women Cross Country – men, women Volleyball – women Intramural Programs: Basketball – CoEd Dodgeball – CoEd Flag Football – CoEd Indoor Soccer – CoEd Softball – CoEd Volleyball – CoEd

semester. (16 units per year)

Financial Aid:

Percentage of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 92% Financial Aid: SEOG, CWS, PELL, Stafford Loan, PLUS, BIA, Perkins Loan, ACG, Institutional and State Aid

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Music Groups:

Choirs with Open Membership: 1 Vocal Groups by Audition: 2 Bands with Open Membership: 1 Bands by Audition: 1 Music Touring Groups: 1

Addiction Studies Applied Professional Studies Bible/Theology Children’s Developmental Studies Pastoral Theology & Church Leadership Psychology General Ministries

Majors: Addiction Studies Applied Professional Studies (online only) Biblical and Theological Studies Business Administration Emphasis available in: Sports Management and Recreation Non-Profit Management Organizational Management Children’s Developmental Studies Communication Emphasis available in: Speech Film Interpersonal & Organization Comm.

Public Relations Intercultural Studies Psychology Music Emphasis available in: Teaching Music Ministries Leadership Performance Pastoral Theology & Church Leadership Emphasis available in: Youth Ministries Children’s Ministries Social Science Emphasis available in: Education

Minors: Addiction Studies Public Relations Biblical Languages Business Administration Children’s Developmental Studies Children’s Ministries Communication Psychology English General Ministries History Human Resource Management Music Organizational Management Pastoral Counseling Social Science Spanish Sports Management Youth Ministries

Graduate Programs: Clinical Psychology Education Emphasis available in: Teaching Leadership

Caribbean Theological College CTC in Focus:

Just the Facts:

Raquel Echevarria-Quino帽es, President The purpose of Colegio Teol贸gico P.O. Box 1335 del Caribe (CTC) is to provide biblical Bayam贸n, PR 00960 training to the next generation of 787-780-5555 Christian leaders and ministers for service at home and overseas. Students Founded: 1959 have the opportunity to graduate with an Degrees Offered: A.A., B.A. Student/Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Associate or Bachelor of Arts degree in Bible. CTC also offers certificates in the Enrollment: 24 following programs: Bible, Deaf Ministry, Enrollment Ratio: 50% male, 50% female Chaplaincy, and Missions.

E-mail: info@ctcad.com Language: Spanish Chapel services, prayer times, ministry opportunities, and sound biblical Annual Costs: education from our Spirit-filled faculty make a great combination to create the Tuition: $2,520 Fees: $185 perfect environment to be equipped for Room and Board: N/A the ministry.

Total Cost: $2,705 At CTC we want all of our students to have a strong spiritual and theological Financial Aid: foundation in order to develop an N/A effective ministry wherever God places them.

On-Campus Housing: N/A

Admission Requirements: Application Deadline: Fall - July 15th Spring - December 15th

Incoming Freshman Information: Average high school GPA: 2.0

Music Groups: Praise and Worship Team

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Areas of Study Majors: Bible/Theology

Minors: Chaplaincy

A.A: Bible/Theology Deaf Culture Pastoral Studies

Central Bible College CBC in Focus:

Central Bible College has been developing spiritual leaders since 1922.

Over the past 86 years, CBC has established a rich tradition of relevance, educating and equipping believers to declare God’s Word and build God’s kingdom in their generation. Sixty years ago, that meant training future missionaries to fly airplanes at the Springfield airport. Today, it means something entirely different and yet our mission remains the same.

CBC enriches the education of its students by coupling it with practical training and hands-on experience.

Through a variety of on-campus and community ministry opportunities and partnerships with local churches, CBC students put their faith into practice, sharpening their leadership skills and making a difference.

CBC develops spiritual leaders in every area of their lives - heart, soul, mind, and strength.

Just the Facts:

Dr. Gary Denbow, President 3000 North Grant Avenue Springfield, MO 65803 417-833-2551 / 1-800-831-4CBC Admissions: 417-833-2551 x1290 Financial Aid: 417-833-2551 x1205 Founded: 1922 Accreditation: ABHE, NCACS Degrees Offered: A.A., B.A. Student / Teacher Ratio: 14.5:1 Enrollment: 652 Enrollment Ratio: 55% male, 45% female Website: www.cbcag.edu E-mail: info@cbcag.edu Fax: 417-221-7154 Video Available / DVD Available CD-ROM Available

Areas of Study On-Campus Housing: Single Student Housing: Yes Married Student Housing: Yes Married Student w/ Children: Yes

Admission Requirements: Application Deadline: Fall - August 1st Spring - December 1st Summer - April 1st Online registration available.

Incoming Freshman Information: Average ACT score: 20 Average SAT score: 1400/2400 Average high school GPA: 2.84

Athletics:

Tuition: $11, 756 Fees: included in tuition Room and Board: $5,184 (19 meal plan) $4,956 (13 meal plan) Total Cost: $16,940 (varies with board plan)

Varsity Programs: Basketball - men, women Soccer - men Volleyball - women Intramural Programs: Basketball - men, women Racquetball - men, women Tennis - men, women Volleyball - men, women

Financial Aid:

Music Groups:

Annual Costs:

Percentage of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 79% Forms Required: FAFSA

Choirs with open membership: 2 Vocal groups by audition: 3 Bands by audition: 2 Music touring groups: 3 Worship teams: 7

Distance Learning:

Majors:

Pastoral Ministries

Bible/Theology Pre-Seminary Biblical Languages Children’s Ministries Church Administration Church Leadership Christian Counseling Deaf Ministries Deaf Missions Evangelism & Discipleship Global Missions Ministry & Arts/Drama Ministry & Arts/Music Music /Applied Instrument Music /Applied Piano Music /Applied Voice Music /Church Music Music /Contemporary Worship Leadership New Media Drama New Media Ministry Preaching Urban Ministries Youth Ministries

Minors: Biblical Languages Children’s Ministries Christian Counseling Church Leadership Church Administration Deaf Ministries Drama English Global Missions History Music New Media Ministry Philosophy Preaching Psychology Sports Ministry & Recreation Urban Ministries Youth Ministries

A.A.: Bible Children’s Ministries Church Education Church Music Deaf Ministries Drama Global Missions New Media Ministry Pastoral Ministries Youth Ministries

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Evangel University EU in Focus:

Just the Facts:

Dr. Robert Spence, President 1111 North Glenstone Avenue Springfield, MO 65802 417-865-2811 / 1-800-EVANGEL Admissions: 417-865-2811 x7205 As the national university of arts, Financial Aid: 417-865-2811 x7300 sciences and professions of the Founded: 1955 Assemblies of God, Evangel’s focus Accreditation: CSWE, NASM, NCACS, NCATE, is to train young people for leadership Missouri State Department of Education positions in business, government, Degrees Offered: A.A., B.A., B.B.A., church and home.

B.F.A., B.M., B.S., B.S.W., M.Ed., M.O.L., M.S. Today, more than 24,000 alumni are serving around the world, including such Student / Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Enrollment: 1,955 prominent graduates as Dr. George O. Enrollment Ratio: 45% male, Wood, general superintendent of the Assemblies of God; Congressman Todd 55% female Website: www.evangel.edu Tiahrt (R-Kan.); and acclaimed singer/ E-mail: admissions@evangel.edu songwriter Sara Groves.

Fax: 417-865-9599 Find us on Facebook, The university recently completed an extensive campus development program, Myspace and Youtube! with eight major construction projects Annual Costs: since 1997, including two three-story Tuition: academic buildings, a student fitness undergraduate - $15,950; center, the massive Barnett Fine Arts graduate - $3,690 to $6,760 Center and the new administration Fees: building, Riggs Hall. undergraduate - $970; graduate - $288 Evangel is a residential university, Room/Board: drawing approximately 2,000 students undergraduate - $6,000 from all 50 states and many foreign Total cost: countries. undergraduate - $22,920; graduate - $3,978 to $7,048 Boldly Christian. Unquestionably Academic. These four words sum up what Evangel is all about.

Financial Aid:

Percentage of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 90% Forms Required: FAFSA, Student Release Form

On-Campus Housing: Single Student Housing: Yes Married Student Housing: Yes Married Student w/ Children: Yes

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Areas of Study Admission Requirements: Minimum of a “C” average in the following: 3 units of English, 2 units of Math, 2 units of Social Science, 1 unit of Laboratory Science Application Deadline: Fall - August 1st Spring - December 1st Online application and Registration available.

Incoming Freshman Information: Average ACT score: 22.9 Average SAT score: 1040/1600 Average high school GPA: 3.4

Athletics:

Varsity Programs: Baseball - men Basketball - men, women Cheerleading - men, women Cross Country - men, women Football - men Golf - men, women Softball - women Tennis - women Track - men, women Volleyball - women Intramural Programs: Basketball - men, women Flag Football - men, women Soccer - men, women Softball - men, women Table Tennis - men, women Volleyball - men, women

Music Groups:

Choirs w/ Open Membership: 1 Vocal Groups by Audition: 2 Bands w/ Open Membership: 1 Bands by Audition: 1 Orchestra w/ Open Membership: 1 Orchestra by Audition: 1 Music Touring Groups: 2 Marching Band by Audition: 1 Other Music Groups: 5

A.A.:

Minors:

Majors:

Accounting Biblical Studies Broadcasting Business Management Child Care/Development Christian Communications Church Communications General Education Human Services Journalism Marketing Office Administration Pre-Engineering Pre-Nursing Social Sciences

Accounting Advertising/Public Relations Anthropology Art Bible/Theology Biblical Languages Biology/Biology Education Biopsychology Broadcasting Business Management/Administration Chemistry/Chemistry Education Christian Music Industry Clinical Psychology Communications Computer Sciences Counseling/Psychology Criminal Justice English/English Education Environmental Science Finance Foriegn Languages French/French Education Government/Political Science Graphic Design History International Business International/Multi-Cultural Studies Journalism Marketing Math/Math Education Media/Multi-Media Missions Music Business Music Technology Music/Education Music/Performance Personal Training Philosophy/Religion Photography Physical Education/Recreation Public Administration Social Science/Social Science Ed. Spanish Speech/Speech Education Sports Administration TESL Theatre Arts TV/Film Writing

Accounting Advertising/Public Relations Art Bible/Theology Biblical Languages Biology/Biology Education Broadcasting Business Management/Administration Chemistry/Chemistry Education Christian Music Industry Clinical Psychology Communications Computer Information Systems Computer Sciences Counseling/Psychology Criminal Justice Digital Arts Education/Early Childhood Education/Elementary Education/Middle School Education/Secondary Education/Special English/English Education Environmental Science Exercise Science Film Government/Political Science Graphic Design History International/Multi-Cultural Studies Journalism Marketing Math/Math Education Medical Technology Missions Music Business Music Technology Music/Education Music/Performance Music/Sacred Music Theatre Nursing Physical Education/Recreation Pre-Chiropractic Pre-Dentistry Pre-Engineering Pre-Law Pre-Medicine Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Physician’s Assistant Pre-Seminary Public Administration Social Science/Social Science Ed. Social Work Spanish Speech/Speech Education Theatre Arts TV/Film

Certificate: TEFL

Graduate Programs: Clinical Psychology Counseling/Psychology Education/Reading Education/Secondary Education/Teaching Educational Leadership Organizational Leadership School Counseling

Global University GU in Focus:

Just the Facts:

Dr. Gary L. Seevers, Jr., President 1211 South Glenstone Avenue Springfield, MO 65804-0315 417-862-9533/1-800-443-1083 Founded: 1999 High school juniors or seniors can get Accreditation: DETC, NCACS a jump on their education. Graduate Degrees Offered: A.A., B.A., high school with up to 17 accredited, M.A., M.Div. transferable university credits through Student/Teacher Ratio: 18:1 GU’s General Studies Certificate Enrollment: 4,551 program.

Enrollment Ratio: 66% male, 34% female All students can work either in a Website: www.globaluniversity.edu study group or as individuals through E-mail: info@globaluniversity.edu online courses or via correspondence.

Fax: 417-865-7167 Individuals can still have one-on-one interaction with faculty while studying via CD Available distance education.

Students - work when you want, where you want, and how you want - and get your college degree!

Annual Costs:

Tuition: undergraduate - $110/credit hour; graduate - $205/credit hour Fees: undergraduate - $45; Global University provides multiple graduate - $50 levels of evangelism and discipleship Room and Board: N/A studies for students in more than 150 Total Cost: nations around the world in over 120 languages. Students are literally a part of undergraduate - $3,520; graduate - $6,150 a worldwide school!

Flexible schedules and open enrollment means students fit their studies into their schedules, not the other way around.

Sounds like we might have the solution for you? Find out more! Visit us at www.globaluniversity.edu today.

Financial Aid:

Financial Aid: VA, DANTES

On-Campus Housing: Not available

Admission Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent Application Deadline: Continuous Online application and registration available.

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Areas of Study/ Distance Learning Majors: Bible/Theology Intercultural Studies Religious Education

Certificates: Bible and Theology Bible Interpreter Christian Communicator Christian Mission General Studies

A.A.: Bible/Theology Church Ministries Religious Studies

Graduate Programs: Biblical Studies Biblical Studies with New Testament Concentration Ministerial Studies Ministerial Studies with Education Concentration Ministerial Studies with Intercultural Studies Concentration Ministerial Studies with Leadership Concentration Master of Divinity

Latin American Bible Institute - California LABI-CA in Focus:

Since 1926, LABI-CA has had a rich heritage of training the Hispanic minister.

Faced with expanding educational opportunities for the Hispanic laity, Alice Luce seized the opportunity, and, along with Jovita Bonilla and H.C. Ball, formed LABI-CA, not realizing that it would be a significant investment in the future of the Assemblies of God. From the very beginning, LABI-CA has played an integral role in training pastors, lay leaders, evangelists, and missionaries for ministry, and has contributed greatly to the success of the explosive growth in the Assemblies of God. LABI-CA exists to educate the mind and influence students to adopt a Christcentered worldview. Together, these will impact the marketplace for Christ.

Students are prodded to excellence in academics through many spiritually gifted and talented professors, along with exciting opportunities to share their faith during spring breaks, practicums and the local church.

Just the Facts:

Dr. Sergio Navarrete, Interim President 14209 East Lomitas Avenue La Puente, CA 91746 626-968-1328 Founded: 1926 Degrees Offered: Diploma in Biblical Studies and Diploma in Ministerial Studies Student/Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Enrollment: 56 Enrollment Ratio: 55% male, 45% female Website: www.labi.edu E-mail: info@labi.edu Fax: 626-961-7253 Video Available/CD-Rom Available ($10 each)

Annual Costs:

Registration: $300 Tuition: $2,400 Room and Board: $3,060 Total Cost: $5,760

On-Campus Housing: Single Student Housing: Yes Married Student Housing: No Married Student w/ Children: No

LABI-CA has partnered with Vanguard University to form the “Puente Project.�

Students enrolled at LABI-CA will Admission Requirements: participate in classes that will ultimately Application Deadline: transfer to Vanguard University as Fall (1st day/registration) students progress toward continuing their Spring (1st day/registration) education in various capacities: teaching, social work, business and medicine.

Incoming Freshman Information: Average high school GPA: 2.9

Music Groups:

Choirs with open membership: 1 Bands by open membership: 2 Bands by audition: 2 Music touring groups: 1

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Areas of Study Majors: Ministerial Studies

Minors: Pastoral Ministries Missions Hispanic Theology

Latin American Bible Institute - Texas LABI-TX in Focus:

At Latin American Bible Institute in San Antonio, Texas, our mission is “to train ministers” by providing a higher level of Christian education, Spirit-filled community life, and hands-on ministry experience. Students are equipped with the tools and experience needed to fulfill their calling to ministry throughout the Americas and the world. During their three years at LABI-Texas, students will receive a quality education from relevant instructors who serve as pastors, youth pastors and ministers in local churches.

This gives our students the spiritual mentoring needed to build a strong ministerial ethic and character. Don’t miss out on what is happening at LABITexas!

Just the Facts:

Dr. Monte Madsen, President 10822 FM Road 1560 San Antonio, TX 78254 210-688-3101 / 1-800-577-LABI Founded: 1926 Degrees Offered: Diploma in Church Ministries Student/Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Enrollment: 50 Enrollment Ratio: 60% male, 40% female Website: www.labitx.org E-mail: Info@labitx.org Fax: 210-688-3104

Annual Costs:

Tuition: $4,100 Fees: $1,300 Room and Board: $3,000 Total Cost: $8,400

Financial Aid:

Financial Aid: Institutional Scholarships, VA

On-Campus Housing:

Single Student Housing: Yes Married Student Housing: Yes (Limited) Married Student w/ Children: Yes (Limited)

Admission Requirements: Application Deadline: Fall - August 6th Spring - December 10th Online application and registration available.

Student Ministries: Drama Prison Children’s Street Community

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Music Groups:

Vocal groups by audition: 1 Bands with open membership: 1 Bands by audition: 1 Music touring groups: 1

Summer Internships: Available by application

Areas of Study Majors: Christian Education Christian Ministry Church Planting Music Performance Pastoral Ministries

Native American Bible College NABC in Focus:

Native American Bible college trains men and women for Christian ministries in the church and to the Indian population in a missions oriented cross-cultural environment. Â NABC provides Biblecentered courses and career training to prepare Christian workers for effective service at home and abroad.

Although NABC’s primary focus is the training of Native Americans, the college welcomes students from all races and ethnic backgrounds.

Students will sit under the teaching of Spirit-filled instructors, dedicated to preparing men and women for the call God has placed on their lives.

Just the Facts:

Rev. James A. Keys, President P.O. Box 248 355 Albert Currie Road Shannon, NC 28386 910-843-5304 Admissions: x103 Financial Aid: x111 Founded: 1968 Degrees Offered: A.R.E., B.R.E. Student/Teacher Ratio: 4:1 Enrollment: 35 Enrollment Ratio: 52% male, 48% female Website: www.nativeamericanbiblecollege.org E-mail: office@nativeamericanbiblecollege.org Fax: None

Annual Costs:

Tuition/Fees: $1,440 Room: Shared: $1,440 Private: $2,400 Board: $2,400 Total Cost: $5,280-$6,240

Financial Aid:

Percentage of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 40%

On-Campus Housing: Single Student Housing: Yes Married Student Housing: No

Admission Requirements: High School Diploma or GED and Pastoral Recommendation Application Deadline: Fall - August 1st Spring - December 1st Online application available.

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Areas of Study Majors:

Incoming Freshman Information:

Bible/Theology Christian Education Missions Pastoral Ministries

Average GPA: 2.72

A.A.:

Music Groups:

Bible/Theology Christian Education Pastoral Ministries

Worship Teams: 1

North Central University NCU in Focus:

Just the Facts:

Dr. Gordon Anderson, President 910 Elliot Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55404 612-343-4400 / 1-800-289-6222 Admissions: 612-343-4460 Financial Aid: 612-343-4485 Founded: 1930 Accreditation: NCACS Whether your dream career is in the Degrees Offered: A.A., B.A., B.S. local church, the corporate world, the Student/Teacher Ratio: 19:1 classroom – or anywhere else God has Enrollment: 1,119 called you – we believe in helping you Enrollment Ratio: 44% male, fulfill that calling.

56% female We are committed to providing a vibrant Website: www.northcentral.edu spiritual atmosphere on campus, and our E-mail: admissions@northcentral.edu focus on academic excellence means Fax: 612-343-4778 a thorough, accredited education in 34 different bachelor degree programs Annual Costs: including Business Administration, Tuition: $15,660 Communication Arts, Elementary and Fees: $886 Secondary Education, Biblical Studies, Worship Arts, Music, Psychology, Youth Room and Board: $5,610 Total Cost: $22,156 Ministry and more.

North Central University is a Christcentered Pentecostal school with a commitment to academic excellence that prepares students to fulfill biblical models of leadership and ministry throughout the world (Ephesians 4:11-12).

Students at NCU live out their college Financial Aid: experience in a vibrant, metropolitan city. Percentage of Students Our campus in the heart of Minneapolis Receiving Financial Aid: 98% offers a variety of jobs, internships, Forms Required: FAFSA ministries, entertainment, outreach opportunities and much more right On-Campus Housing: outside your door.

Single Student Housing: Yes Married Student Housing: Yes North Central University is dedicated Married Student w/ Children: Yes to providing an affordable, educational experience that will prepare you for a lifetime fulfilling your God-given purpose. Admission Requirements: Application, $25 Application Fee, high That’s why we say, “Your Life. Our school transcripts, ACT/SAT scores, pastor’s Mission.” recommendation, academic recommendation Application Deadline: Fall - June 1st Spring - December 1st Online application and registration available.

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Areas of Study Minors:

Incoming Freshman Information: Average ACT score: 22 Average SAT score: 1001/1600 Average high school GPA: 2.61

Athletics:

Varsity Programs: Baseball - men Basketball - men, women Cross Country - men, women Golf - men Soccer - men, women Softball - women Tennis - men, women Track - men, women Volleyball - women Intramural Programs: Basketball - men Football - men, women

Music Groups:

Choirs with open membership: 1 Vocal groups by audition: 4 Bands by audition: 2 Music Touring Groups: 5 Other Music Groups: 5

Asian Studies Biblical Languages Business Administration Campus Missions Children’s Ministries Communication Arts: Journalism Communication Arts: Media Communications Deaf Culture Studies English: General English: Literature English: Writing History Intercultural Studies International Development Islamic Studies Latin American Studies Leadership Development Modern European Studies Music (Non-Music Majors) Psychology/Pastoral Counseling Preaching Sociology Spanish Theatre Urban Studies Worship Arts: Music Pastor Worship Arts: Worship Leading Youth Ministries

A.A.: Biblical Studies Business Communication Communication Arts: Media Communications Communication Arts: Video Production Communication Arts: Visual Media Deaf Culture Studies English: Literature English: Writing Humanities Intercultural Studies Psychology Theatre

Majors: Alcohol and Drug Counseling ASL/English Interpreter Preparation Biblical Studies Biblical Languages Business Administration Campus Missions Children’s and Family Ministries Evangelism and Church Planting Communication Arts: Journalism Communication Arts: Media Communications Contemporary Christian Music Psychology Deaf Pastoral Studies Deaf Culture Studies Deaf Culture and ASL Studies Deaf Culture Ministries Elementary Education English: Literature English: Writing Intercultural Ministries: World Missions Intercultural Ministries: International Development Intercultural Ministries: Islamic Studies Intercultural Ministries: TEFL Intercultural Ministries: Modern Languages (Bible Translation) Interdisciplinary Studies Math Music Business Music Education Music Performance Music Pastoral Studies Secondary Education – Vocal Music Secondary Education – Communication Arts and Literature Social Work Sports Management Urban Studies Worship Arts: Music Pastor Worship Arts: Recording Arts Worship Arts: Theater Worship Arts: Worship Leading Youth Development Studies Youth Ministries

Other Programs: Music Evangelism Certificate One Year Bible Certificate Pastoral Studies Diploma TEFL Certificate

Northwest University NU in Focus:

Just the Facts:

Dr. Joseph Castleberry, President 5520 108th Avenue, NE P.O. Box 579 Kirkland, WA 98083 425-822-8266 / 1-800-669-3781 Admissions: 425-889-5231 Financial Aid: 425-889-5210 Founded: 1934 Accreditation: NWCCU, AACTE, CCNE, CCCU Since 1934, Northwest University has Degrees Offered: A.A., B.A., B.S., B.F.A., successfully prepared students for service and leadership. More than 1,300 M.A., MBA, M.Ed., MIM, MIT, Psy.D. Student/Teacher Ratio: 17:1 students study in over 50 academic Enrollment: 1,383 programs including church ministries, teacher education, business, psychology, Enrollment Ratio: 39% male, 61% female biblical literature, and nursing.

Website: www.northwestu.edu E-mail: admissions@northwestu.edu The university’s School of Nursing and Fax: 425-827-0148 Science Department are housed in the CD-ROM Available recently completed 45,000-square-foot Health and Sciences Center. Northwest now offers a Bachelor of Science Annual Costs: in biology that fulfills the academic Tuition: requirements for admission to medical undergraduate - $22,360; school. graduate - varies by program Fees: Northwest University offers 10 graduate undergraduate - $290; programs: a Master of Business graduate - varies by program Administration (MBA), an M.A. in Social Room and Board: Entrepreneurship (MASE), a Master of undergraduate - $6,724; Education, Master in Teaching, an M.A. graduate - varies by program in Counseling Psychology, an M.A. Total Cost: in International Care and Community undergraduate - $29,374; Development, an M.A. in Theology and graduate - varies by program Culture, an M.A. in Missional Leadership, a Master in Ministry, and its first doctoral Financial Aid: program, the Doctor of Psychology Percentage of Students (Psy.D.).

Receiving Financial Aid: 83% At Northwest University, you will find a community of believers who will help you discover what it means to answer God’s call to significance. They will help you prepare intellectually, spiritually, and socially so that you will be able to “Carry the Call.”

Forms Required: FAFSA, Northwest University Financial Aid Application

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Areas of Study A.A.: Health Sciences General Studies

On-Campus Housing: Single Student Housing: Yes Married Student Housing: Yes Married Student w/ Children: Yes

Admission Requirements: SAT or ACT, minimum high school GPA of 2.3, high school diploma or GED, application, application fee, two character references Application Deadline: Fall - July 15th Spring - December 15th Online application and registration available.

Graduate Programs: Bible/Theology Business Management/ Administration/Social Entrepreneurship Counseling/Psychology Education/Elementary Education/Secondary Pastoral Ministries

Doctoral Progams: Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.)

Distance Learning:

Incoming Freshman Information: Average ACT score: 21 Average SAT score: 1536/2400 Average high school GPA: 3.34

Athletics:

Varsity Programs: Basketball - men, women Cross country - men, women Soccer - men, women Track - men, women Volleyball - women Intramural Programs: Football - men, women

Music Groups:

Vocal groups by audition: 3 Bands by open membership: 1 Bands by audition: 1 Music touring groups: 3

International Business

Majors: Biblical Studies/Literature Biology/Biology Education Business Management/Administration Children’s Ministries Communications Contemporary Music Industry Counseling/Psychology Education/Elementary Education/Secondary English/English Education Environmental Science General Ministries General Studies Health & Fitness Education History Interdisciplinary Studies International/Multi-Cultural Studies Math/Math Education Missions Music/Education Music/Sacred Nursing Pastoral Ministries Philosophy/Religion Political Science Pre-Med (Biology) Social Science/Social Science Ed. Youth Ministries

Minors: Biblical Languages Biblical Studies/Literature Biology/Biology Education Business Management/Administration Children’s Ministries Communications Communication and Preaching Drama English/English Education Environmental Science Film Studies Government/Political Science Greek History Legal Studies Linguistics Literature Marketing Math/Math Education Missions Music/Education Pastoral Care Pastoral Ministries Political Science and History Preaching/Evangelism TEFL/TESL Writing Youth Ministries

Southeastern University SEU in Focus:

Southeastern, a dynamic, Christ-centered university, fosters student success by integrating personal faith and higher learning. Within our loving Pentecostal community, we challenge students to a lifetime of good work and of preparing professionally, so they can creatively serve their generation in the Spirit of Christ.

Just the Facts: 1000 Longfellow Boulevard Lakeland, FL 33801 863-667-5000 / 1-800-500-8760 Admissions: 863-667-5018 Financial Aid: 863-667-5018 Founded: 1935 Accreditation: CSWE, FDOE, IACBE, SACS Degrees Offered: B.A., B.S., M.A., M.B.A., M.Ed., M.S. Student/Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Enrollment: 2,950 Enrollment Ratio: 42% male, 58% female Website: www.seuniversity.edu E-mail: admission@seuniversity.edu Fax: 863-667-5200

“Gathered in the Spirit. Equipping for every good work,” is reflected daily in the lives of our college community.

Southeastern is committed to preparing students for success in professional and ministerial careers. Graduates are encouraged to impact culture through a lifestyle of excellence and integrity.

Annual Costs: Southeastern’s dedication to students’ spiritual and intellectual growth provides Tuition: $15,830* Fees: $600 a framework for Christ-centered living both inside and outside of the classroom. Room and Board: $7,900 Total: $24,330*

*Graduate tuition varies by program, please refer to school website: www.seuniversity.edu

Financial Aid:

Percentage of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 95% Forms Required: FAFSA, SEU Student Information Sheet

On-Campus Housing: Single Student Housing: Yes Married Student Housing: No

Areas of Study Minors:

Admission Requirements: Christian character and readiness to succeed at the collegiate level as evidenced by high school GPA, SAT/ACT scores, a Christian character assessment, and essay.

Application Deadline: Fall - May Spring - None Online application and registration available.

Incoming Freshman Information: Average ACT: 21 Average SAT: 984 Average high school GPA: 3.35

Athletics:

Varsity Programs: Baseball - men Basketball - men, women Cheerleading - women Golf - men Soccer - men, women Tennis - women Volleyball - women Intramural Programs: Basketball Dodge Ball Flag Football Powder Puff Football Soccer Softball Ultimate Frisbee Volleyball X-Box Tournament

Music Groups:

Choirs with open membership: 1 Bands by audition: 4 Orchestra by audition: 1 Music touring groups: 3 Worship Teams: 8

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Athletic Coaching Bible Business Chemistry Children’s Ministry Christian Counseling Church Music Communication Criminal Justice Elementary Education ESOL English Exceptional Student Education French Greek History Leadership Mathematics Missions Music Music Technology Pastoral Ministry Physical Education Pre-Law Pre-Seminary Studies Psychology Secondary Education Spanish Special Education/Disabled Populations Theatre Web Applications/Development Youth

Graduate Programs: Business Administration Educational Leadership Elementary Education Human Services Ministerial Leadership Professional Counseling School Counseling Teaching and Learning

Online Programs: Criminal Justice Human Services Management Marketing Practical Theology

Majors: Accounting Biology Broadcasting Church Ministries Church Music Communication Criminal Justice Education/Elementary English Exceptional Student Education Film Studies Finance History Human Services Interdisciplinary Studies International Business Journalism/Public Relations Leadership Management Management Information Systems Marketing Mathematics Missional Ministries Music Music Education Music Performance/Instrumental Music Performance/Piano Music Performance/Voice Practical Theology Pre-Law Pre-Med Psychology Secondary Biology Secondary English Secondary Mathematics Secondary Social Sciences Social Work Sport and Recreation Management Theatre

Southwestern AG University SAGU in Focus:

Just the Facts:

Dr. Kermit Bridges, President 1200 Sycamore Waxahachie, TX 75165 972-937-4010 / 1-888-YES-SAGU Admissions Fax: 972-923-8133 Financial Aid Fax: 972-923-8143 Social Networks: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube SAGU’s professors are concerned with Founded: 1927 students’ academic success as well as Accreditation: SACS spiritual growth.

Degrees Offered: A.A., A.S. B.A., B.S., B.S.N., M.A., M.S., M.Ed., M.Div. With small class sizes, professors are better enabled to meet individual student Student/Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Enrollment: 2,013 needs.

Enrollment Ratio: 48% male, 52% female Campus life is an enriching experience.

Website: www.sagu.edu By living, worshipping, working, and interacting with other Christians, students E-mail: info@sagu.edu Fax: 972-923-0488 are encouraged by the influence of their Video Available/DVD Available peers.

For more than 80 years SAGU has prepared men and women for lives of higher purpose. SAGU believes in building Christian character while providing academic skills that ensure career success.

Plus, the addition of a new Student Wellness Center, combined with the recent construction of two new 70,000 square-foot dorms make campus living comfortable and convenient. Spacious bathrooms, study rooms, prayer rooms, fitness rooms, laundry facilities on each floor, and wing lobbies for socializing make the campus a home away from home.

Annual Costs:

Tuition: undergraduate - $13,950 (30 hours); graduate - $490/hour Fees: undergraduate - $880; graduate - $55/hour Room and Board: undergraduate - $5,440; graduate - varies Total Cost: undergraduate - $20,270; graduate - varies

Financial Aid:

Percentage of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 87% Forms Required: FAFSA

On-Campus Housing: Single Student Housing: Yes Married Student Housing: Yes Married Student w/ Children: Yes

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Areas of Study Distance Learning:

Admission Requirements:

Application Deadline: Fall - August 15th Spring - January 2nd Online application and registration available.

Incoming Freshman Information: Average ACT score: 20

Athletics:

Varsity Programs: Baseball – men Basketball – men, women Cheerleading – women Football – men Soccer – men, women Volleyball – women Intramural Programs: Basketball – men, women Dodgeball – men, women Indoor Soccer – men, women Ping Pong – men, women Powder Puff Football – women Beach Volleyball – men, women

Music Groups:

Choirs with Open Membership: 1 Vocal Groups by Audition: 4 Bands with Open Membership: 1 Bands by Audition: 3 Music Touring Groups: 3 Chapel Worship by Audition: 5 Piano Ensemble by Audition: 1

Bible / Theology Business / Accounting Business / Administration Business/ Management Business / Marketing Children & Family Ministries Church Ministries Church Planting & Revitalization * Communications Counseling Counseling Ministries * Criminal Justice * Digital Media Arts * Drama Education/Bilingual Education/Elementary Education/Middle & Secondary/ English Language Arts & Reading Education/Middle & Secondary/ Social Studies & History Education/Music / Instrumental Education/Music / Piano Education/Music / Vocal Education/Physical Education Education/(non-certification track) English History Human Services * Media Ministries * Music / Ministries Nursing (RN to BSN) Pastoral Ministries Professional Development Psychology * Social Work * Sports Management Theological Studies World Ministries Youth & Student Ministries

* Partially offered through distance learning

Minors:

Majors:

Business Children & Family Ministries Church Planting & Revitalization Cross-Cultural Ministries Criminal Justice Digital Media Drama English History Linguistics Literature Marriage & Family Counseling Media Ministries Music New Testament Old Testament Psychology Religion & Philosophy Theology World Ministries Writing Youth & Student Ministries

Ancient Studies Biblical Studies Business/Accounting Business/Administration Business/Management Business/Marketing Children & Family Ministries Church Ministries Church Planting & Revitalization Communications Counseling Counseling Ministries Criminal Justice Digital Media Arts Drama Education/Bilingual Education/Elementary Education/Middle & Secondary Education/English Language Arts & Reading Education/Middle & Secondary/ Social Studies & History Education/Music/Instrumental Education/Music/Piano Education/Music/Vocal Education/Physical Education Education/(Non-Certification Track) English/History Human Services Media Ministries Music Ministries Music Performance/Instrumental Music Performance/Piano Music Performance/Vocal Pastoral Ministries Professional Development Psychology Social Work Sports Management Theological Studies World Ministries Youth & Student Ministries

Graduate Programs: Bible/Theology Children & Family Ministries Clinical Counseling/Psychology Divinity (M.Div.) Education/Christian School Admin.

Education/Curriculum Development Education/Early Education Admin Education/Early Childhood/Elementary Education/Middle & Secondary Education/Principalship Education/School Counseling Executive Strategic Leadership Human Services Counseling History/Education History/Thesis or Non-thesis Missions Organizational Leadership Practical Theology Strategic Leadership

A.A.: Bible Business Administration Business/General Education Education/Early Childhood English Foreign Language General Studies Media Music Psychology Social Studies

Trinity Bible College TBC in Focus:

Just the Facts:

Reverend G.L. (Jack) Strom, President 50 Sixth Avenue South Ellendale, ND 58436 701-349-3621 / 1-888-822-2329 Admissions: 701-349-3621 Financial Aid: 701-349-3621 Founded: 1948 Accreditation: NCACS, ABHE Degrees Offered: A.A., B.A. Student/Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Enrollment: 265 Enrollment Ratio: 56% male, 44% female Website: www.trinitybiblecollege.edu E-mail: admissions@trinitybiblecollege.edu Trinity is a great place to build friendships Fax: 701-349-5786 that will last a lifetime. The low student/ teacher ratio (12:1) offers the opportunity Annual Costs: Tuition: $11,550 to interact with faculty on a personal Room and Board: $5,150 basis. You can be involved in ministry, Total Cost: $16,700 and related fees music, drama and sports right away.

Browse our Website, call 888-822-2329 or visit us on campus and discover how Financial Aid: God can use Trinity Bible College to Percentage of Students prepare you to fulfill your life’s calling.

Receiving Financial Aid: 99% Forms Required: FAFSA The focus at Trinity Bible College is to prepare men and women for Christian service in vocational ministry, church leadership, and as Christian professionals. An atmosphere of academic excellence and spiritual fervor provide the backdrop for a curriculum in Bible, professional studies and general education. Practical experience, dynamic chapel services and extra-curricular/ student life activities enhance the development of the total person. This is a place where you can build a relationship with Christ and respond to the call of God in your life.

On-Campus Housing: Single Student Housing: Yes Married Student Housing: No Married Student w/ Children: No

Admission Requirements: Application for admission, pastoral recommendation, high school transcript, ACT, health history, personal essay, $25 application fee Application Deadline: Fall - August 15th Spring - January 10th Online application and registration available.

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Areas of Study Majors:

Incoming Freshman Information: Average ACT score: 21 Average high school GPA: 3.1

Athletics:

Varsity Programs: Baseball - men Basketball - men, women Cheer Squad - men, women Football - men Track - men, women Volleyball - women Intramural Programs: Basketball - men, women Volleyball - men, women

Music Groups:

Choirs with open membership: 1 Vocal groups by audition: 3 Bands with open membership: 1 Bands by audition: 1 Music touring groups: 2

Biblical Studies Elementary Education Physical Education General Studies Christian Leadership/Church Business Administration Christian Leadership/Intercultural Studies Christian Leadership/Heartland Ministries Christian Leadership/Children’s Ministry Christian Leadership/Music Christian Leadership/Pre-Seminary Christian Leadership/Pastor Ministry Christian Leadership/Youth Ministry

Minors: Biblical Studies Business Management Church Ministries Coaching Intercultural Studies Music Psychology/Counseling

A.A.: Biblical Studies Business Management General Studies

Distance Learning: Biblical Studies: B.A. & A.A. General Studies: B.A. & A.A.

Valley Forge Christian College VFCC in Focus:

Valley Forge Christian College offers a growing list of majors from business to social work, children’s ministry to church planting. VFCC is focused on equipping students with the tools necessary for service and leadership in the church and in the world.

A caring, committed faculty mentors students in and out of the classroom, inspiring them to pursue excellence academically, spiritually, physically and socially. The personal interactions between students, faculty and staff create an intimate community where the students are known by name and not by an ID number.

Chapel is a highlight of each day with dynamic speakers and inspirational worship. Opportunities abound for ministry-minded students as outreaches to several major cities are planned each year. Overseas trips give students the chance to experience missions firsthand.

Campus facilities have undergone dramatic changes over the past several years. The newest building, Cardone Hall, opened in fall of 2007, provides eleven state-of-the-art classrooms and lecture halls. Audio and video studios provide access to cutting-edge media tools regardless of your field of interest. At Valley Forge Christian College students are challenged to go beyond themselves, embrace their faith and change their world.

Just the Facts:

Dr. Don Meyer, President 1401 Charlestown Road Phoenixville, PA 19460 610-935-0450 / 1-800-432-8322 Admissions: 610-917-1430 Financial Aid: 610-917-1475 Founded: 1939 Accreditation: MSACS Degrees: A.A., B.A., B.R.E., B.S., B.S.W., MA, M.M., B.R.E. Student/Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Enrollment: 1,204 Enrollment Ratio: 46% male, 54% female Website: www.vfcc.edu E-mail: admissions@vfcc.edu Fax: 610-917-2069

Annual Costs:

Tuition: undergraduate - $14,600 graduate - $12,750 Fees: $1,725 Room and Board: $7,096 Total Cost: undergraduate - $23,421; graduate - $12,750

Financial Aid:

Percentage of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 95% Forms Required: FAFSA

On-Campus Housing: Single Student Housing: Yes Married Student Housing: Yes Married Student w/ Children: Yes

Admission Requirements: Application Deadline: Fall - August 1st Spring - December 1st Online application available.

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Areas of Study

Incoming Freshman Information: Average SAT score: 939/1600 Average high school GPA: 3.0

Athletics:

Varsity Programs: Baseball - men Basketball - men, women Cross Country – men, women Golf – men Soccer - men, women Volleyball - women Intramural Programs: Basketball - men Dodgeball - co-ed Flag Football - men Softball - co-ed Soccer - co-ed

Music Groups:

Choirs with open membership: 2 Vocal groups by audition: 3 Bands with open membership: 1 Bands by audition: 1 Music Touring Groups: 3 Various Ensembles: 13

Minors:

Majors:

Accounting Bible/Theology Biblical Languages Biblical Studies/Literature Business ManagementAdministration Children’s Ministries Christian Education Christian Ministry Church Planting Clinical Psychology Communications Computer Sciences Digital Media Drama Education/Early Childhood Education/Elementary Education/Secondary English/English Education History Integrated Technology Missions Music/Education Music/Performance Music/Sacred Pastoral Counseling Pastoral Ministries Preaching/Evangelism Senior Adult Ministry Social Science/Social Science Ed. Social Work Spanish Theological Studies Urban Ministries Youth Ministries

Bible/Theology Biblical Languages Biblical Studies/Literature Business ManagementAdministration Children’s Ministries Christian Education Christian Ministry Church Planting Clinical Psychology Communications Digital Media Education/Early Childhood Education/Elementary Education/Secondary English/English Education Missions Music/Education Music/Performance Music/Sacred Pastoral Counseling Pastoral Ministries Preaching/Evangelism Senior Adult Ministry Social Work Theological Studies Urban Ministries Youth Ministries

A.A.: Bible/Theology Early Childhood

Distance Learning: Bible/Theology Children’s Ministries Christian Leadership General Studies Music Technology Worship Studies

Graduate Programs: Bible/Theology Christian Leadership Music Technology Worship Studies

Vanguard University VU in Focus:

Vanguard University has been leading and innovating Christian higher education since 1920 when we welcomed our first class. Today we continue to launch students into successful careers with a top-rated education, excellent practical skills and comprehensive training in the liberal arts and sciences.

You’ll enjoy freedom of intellectual inquiry and a classroom environment that puts you in close contact with professors. You’ll flourish in our closeknit campus community where lifelong friendships are born and Christ is at the center of everything we do. As our alumni demonstrate, Vanguard produces students who are intellectually, spiritually and practically prepared for life and success in the 21st century. We’ll challenge you to learn, prepare you for a career in the field of your choice and encourage you to grow in your Christian faith. We invite you to become part of Vanguard’s vibrant academic community and let us launch you into your dreams.

Just the Facts:

Dr. Carol Taylor, President 55 Fair Drive Costa Mesa, CA 92626 714-556-3610 / 1-800-722-6279 Founded: 1920 Accreditation: CAAHEP, CCTC, WASC Degrees Offered: B.A., B.S., M.A., M.S. Student/Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Enrollment: 1,923 Enrollment Ratio: 40% male, 60% female Website: www.vanguard.edu E-mail: admissions@vanguard.edu

Annual Costs:

Tuition: undergraduate - $26,342 graduate - varies by program Room and Board: undergraduate - $8,274 Total Cost: undergraduate - $34,616 graduate - varies by program

Financial Aid:

Percentage of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 93% Forms Required: FAFSA

On-Campus Housing: Single Students Housing: Yes Married Student Housing: No Married Student w/ Children: No

Admission Requirements:

Application Deadline: Fall - December 1st Spring - November 1st Online application and registration available.

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Areas of Study Incoming Freshman Information:

Average SAT score: 500/491 (verbal/math portions only) Average high school GPA: 3.4

Athletics:

Varsity Programs: Baseball - men Basketball - men, women Cross Country - men, women Soccer - men, women Softball - women Swimming - men, women Tennis - men, women Track and Field - men, women Volleyball - women Water Polo - men, women Intramural Programs: Basketball - men, women

Music Groups:

Choirs by audition: 2 Vocal Groups by audition: 3 Jazz Ensembles by audition: 2 Orchestra by audition: 1 Music Touring Groups: 5 Other music groups: Guitar Ensemble, Guitar Quartet, Jazz Quartet, Flute Quartet, Chamber Music

Minors:

Majors:

Accounting Anthropology Art Bible/Theology Biblical Studies/Literature Biology/Biology Education Business Management/Administration Business/Business Education Christian Leadership Church Leadership Church Ministries Clinical Psychology Communications Cross-Cultural Ministries Education/Early Childhood Education/Elementary English/English Education Government/Political Science History International Business Kinesiology Literature Marketing Math/Math Education Missions Music/Composition Music/Education Pastoral Counseling Pastoral Ministries Philosophy/Religion Physical Education/Recreation Pre-Law Sociology Spanish Speech/Speech Education Theatre TV/Film Urban Ministries Women’s Studies Youth Ministries

Accounting Anthropology Athletic Training Bible/Theology Biblical Studies/Literature Biology/Biology Education Business/Information Technology Management Business Management/Administration Business/Business Education Chemistry/Chemistry Education Christian Leadership Church Leadership Church Ministries Clinical Psychology Communications Computer Sciences Counseling/Psychology Cross-Cultural Ministries Education/Early Childhood Education/Elementary Education/Middle School Education/Science Education/Secondary English/English Education Government/Political Science History International Business Kinesiology Literature Marketing Math/Math Education Music/Composition Music/Education Music/Performance Music/Worship Arts Nursing Organizational Management Pastoral Ministries Philosophy/Religion Physical Education/Recreation Pre-Dentistry Pre-Medicine Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Veterinary Sociology Theatre TV/Film Youth Ministries

Graduate Programs: Behavioral Sciences Bible/Theology Church Leadership Church Ministries Clinical Psychology Counseling/Psychology Education/CLAD Certificate Education/Early Childhood Education/Elementary Education/Middle School Education/Preliminary Credential Education/Reading Education/Science Education/Secondary Leadership Studies Philosophy/Religion Theological Studies

Western Bible College WBC in Focus:

Western Bible College is owned and operated by the Arizona District Council of the Assemblies of God with a history of “equipping men and women for ministry.� Ninety percent of the students are enrolled in the pastoral ministries program. Western offers a B.A. in Christian Education, Biblical Studies, Pastoral Ministry and World Missions. In addition, an Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies is available.

The future is very promising for the college as the population explodes across the southwest region of the United States. With several Assemblies of God churches located across the area, the potential for ministry opportunities is vast. Come and experience the beauty of the Southwest as you continue your preparations for ministry!

Just the Facts:

Reverend Barbara Schulz, President 2601 E. Thomas Road Suite 117 Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-242-3818/1-877-242-3811 Founded: 1967 Degrees Offered: A.A., B.A. Student / Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Enrollment: 55 Enrollment Ratio: 63% male, 37% female Website: www.westernbible.edu E-mail: registrar@westernbible.edu Fax: 602-242-3549

Annual Costs: Tuition: $2,400 Fees: $55 Room and Board: N/A Total Cost: $2,455

Financial Aid:

Financial Aid: Veterans Affairs

On-Campus Housing: Not available. Check with registrar for local housing information.

Admission Requirements: High school diploma or GED Application Deadline: Fall - September 1st Spring - January 1st Online registration available.

Incoming Freshman Information: Average high school GPA: 2.0

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Areas of Study Majors: Biblical Studies/Literature Christian Education Missions Pastoral Ministries

Minors: Biblical Studies/Literature

Zion Bible College ZBC in Focus:

Just the Facts:

Reverend Charles Crabtree, President 320 S. Main St. Haverhill, MA 01835 978-478-3400 / 1-800-356-4014 Admissions: 978-478-3431 Financial Aid: 978-478-3422 Founded: 1924 Accreditation: ABHE Degrees Offered: B.A. Student/Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Enrollment: 265 Enrollment Ratio: 53% male, 47% female Website: www.zbc.edu E-mail: recruiting@zbc.edu Zion’s Faculty are scholastically prepared Fax: 978-478-3406 Video Available/DVD Available and spiritually committed to the task of cultivating the students in both their Annual Costs: biblical knowledge and in practical Tuition: $8,500 ministry. The Faculty’s own ministerial experience bears fruit in the lives of those Fees: $725 Room and Board: $6,780 they seek to impart with the skills and wisdom necessary to fulfill their individual Total Cost: $16,005 callings.

Since its founding in 1924, Zion Bible College has been dedicated to its mission, “To teach and train students for excellent Pentecostal ministry in fulfillment of the Great Commission.”

Students study in a community that is enhanced by personal mentorship and Christian fellowship. Faculty and Staff are committed to the complete development and spiritual formation of each student.

The College strives to maintain a wholesome atmosphere throughout the campus, from the classroom to the dormitories.

Respecting the rich heritage of the school, while also remaining relevant to the needs of this generation, are two principles that are held in high regard at Zion Bible College. That balanced approach continues to draw students from around the country and around the world to be trained for service in the kingdom of God.

Financial Aid:

Percentage of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 72% Forms Required: FAFSA

On-Campus Housing: Single Student Housing: Yes Married Student Housing: No Married Student w/ Children: No

Admission Requirements: Application Deadline: Fall - August 15th Spring - December 15th Online application available.

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Incoming Freshman Information:

Average SAT Score: 1428/2400 Average high school GPA: 3.0 Critical Reading: 488 Math: 447 Writing: 461

Athletics: Judo

Music Groups:

Choirs with open membership: 1 Vocal groups by audition: 4 Bands by audition: 4 Music touring groups: 2

Pastoral Ministries Biblical Studies Children’s Ministry Youth Ministries Christian Education – Adult Urban Ministries Foreign Missions Music and Worship

Minors: Pastoral Ministries Children’s Ministry Youth Ministries Christian Education – Adult Urban Ministries Foreign Missions Music

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Dollars and Sense After 17 years as a director of Financial Aid, I never tire of hearing a student say, through misty eyes, “Thank you for helping to make my dreams come true.” But in these challenging times, it takes more effort to turn one’s dream into a reality. Here are some sensible and practical ways you might approach the challenge of paying for a college education.

PLAN EARLY. The old saying, “Dig your well before you are thirsty,” certainly applies to planning for a college education.

Even a high school freshman should begin researching to find out what scholarships are available and what the criteria applies to receiving them. By starting early, you can make sure that you are taking the required courses, earning the qualifying grades and participating in the right extracurricular activities. You can also test out of some of the general education requirements for your school. Search college Websites to see what specific scholarships they offer.

Check where your parents work or local organizations for available scholarships.

Find out what you need to do to qualify for as many scholarships as possible.

SAVE SLOWLY. The earlier you start saving, the more money you will accumulate. Every cent that you can save to pay for college is one less cent you will have to borrow and pay back some day.

Dreams require sacrifice. If you are a musician or an athlete or you excel academically, you already know this.

Evenings and Saturdays and summers are great times to work and earn money for college.

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By Evie Meyer

SPEND CAREFULLY. Benjamin Franklin said, “A penny saved is a penny earned.”

I tell our students that they can “live like a college student now or live like a college student later - and now is easier.” Watch what you spend. Save what you can. If you carefully budget your money all through high school and set up a college savings account, you will be amazed at how much money you can set aside for college.

“God will honor and bless your efforts of planning early, saving slowly, spending carefully, researching relentlessly and praying consistently.”

RESEARCH RELENTLESSLY. I wish I could sit at the kitchen table with you and your parents and walk you through all of the help that is available to you. Earlier I mentioned scholarships from high school, parent employment and your community.

Based on your financial and family information, possibilities from federal and state government include: • Over $5,000 in a Federal Pell Grant.

• Varying amounts in Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (SEOG).

• Interest free, deferred repayment Federal Stafford student loans of $3,500.

• Interest-bearing (6.8%), deferred repayment Federal Stafford student loans of $2,000.

• Parent loans for up to the total cost of the student’s education (PLUS loans). If parents have adverse credit and are denied a PLUS loan, the student automatically gets an additional $4,000 in the interest-bearing Stafford student loan.

• State grants, amounts vary by state.

• Work-study programs where students can earn minimum wage and work at the college up to a certain number of hours.

For example, a student working 15 hours a week at the Pennsylvania minimum wage of $7.25/hour for 30 weeks on campus will earn $3,262 while at college for eight months.

In addition to monies available from federal and state government, your high school, your parents’ places of employment and your community, there are wonderful scholarship opportunities through the colleges themselves. Visit Websites, call financial aid offices and research, research, research.

PRAY CONSISTENTLY. Years ago I heard the words, “Where God guides, He provides.” If you trust God to guide, you can also trust Him to provide for you each step of the way on your journey toward college. Never let money keep you from doing what God wants you to do. You can move forward in this process of pursuing your dream of a college education with confidence. God will honor and bless your efforts of planning early, saving slowly, spending carefully, researching relentlessly and praying consistently. As author and speaker Alicia Britt Chole said, “Every choice we make is an investment in the future we cannot see.” Make good choices.

Evie Meyer is administrator of Enrollment Management at Valley Forge Christian College in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania.

From OnCourse. Originally printed Summer 2009. Used with permission.

Visit oncourse.ag.org.

Financial Aid Colleges

Private Organizations

Be sure to look into the scholarship and financial aid opportunities offered by your college(s). Most Assemblies of God (AG) colleges offer various academic, performance and church-matching scholarships. Many AG colleges also make awards to high achievers in Girls’ Ministries, Royal Rangers, Fine Arts Festival, Bible Quiz, MAPS and to dependents of AG pastors and AG missionaries.

Check with the college(s) of your choice for further information. Scholarships are often listed on a school’s Website, but it may be helpful to call and speak with a financial aid advisor as well. Remember that it is your responsibility to be aware of all deadlines.

Many students are able to supplement their federal and college aid with local community scholarships. Community organizations such as the Rotary, Kiwanis and the Jaycees often offer scholarships.

You may also want to check with your parents’ employers because many businesses offer scholarships to dependents of employees. Finally, check with your high school guidance counselor and online for applicable scholarship opportunities. Be prepared to write an essay detailing your academic, community and extracurricular activities. You may also need letters of recommendation.

Start the process of securing financial aid early, and don’t be afraid to ask what you are eligible for. If you aren’t sure, your high school guidance counselor and college admissions counselor will be glad to help.

College is an investment in you and what God has called you to do with your life. Trust Him and do your part to find the financial resources necessary to make college a reality for you!

The Government Much of your financial aid may come from federal and state programs. Most government aid is based on financial need, which is determined by income tax information—your own and that of your parent(s) or legal guardian.

To determine your eligibility for federal financial aid, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

The form is available online at www.fafsa. ed.gov, and you can submit this form anytime after January 1 of the year you will begin college. The form must be filed yearly.

Federal aid programs include various grant, loan and work-study funds. Other web addresses that might prove helpful to you are www.finaid.org and www.ed.gov.

If you have questions about federal aid, the Federal Student Financial Aid Information Center’s toll free phone number is 1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243). Experts there can explain the process of determining financial need and awarding aid.

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The cost of attending college is a lifetime investment in you!

Although not cheap, it is definitely an investment worth making. Financial aid is available to help and comes in the form of scholarships, grants, work-study and loans.

Scholarships and grants do not have to be paid back. Work-study programs provide job opportunities through the college. Loans have to be paid back but most can be deferred until after graduation.

Your high school guidance counselor and college admissions counselor are your two best friends for financial aid information.

The three main sources of financial aid are colleges, state and federal governments, and private organizations. Family, friends and your church may help as well. The financial aid won’t just come to you. You’ll have to ask and apply.

Alliance for AG Higher Education Scholarships The Alliance for AG Higher Education, along with partners from other departments of the General Council of the Assemblies of God, offers scholarships exclusively to students attending endorsed AG colleges, universities, institutes, and seminary. These scholarships include:

• The Riggs Scholarship • The J. Robert Ashcroft National Youth Scholarship • The Making the Difference Scholarship • The Ethnic Minority Scholarship

For more information about these scholarships, please visit our website http://colleges.ag.org.

So, I’m a Senior – Now What?

Top 10 Tips from a Former Admissions Counselor Congratulations, you’ve made it to your senior year! When it comes to preparing for college, I know many of the questions that are on your mind. You may ask yourself, “Seriously, how is that possible?” Well, I spent six years as an Admissions Counselor at an AG college, and in that role, I had the privilege of meeting hundreds of incredible Christian students during the search for their perfect college. So, I have compiled my Top 10 Tips for this exciting, yet often overwhelming process. I hope that you find them helpful in your own journey!

• First of all, take a deep breath and don’t stress! Be sure to go through the admissions and financial aid process with all of your top colleges. There is no need to make a firm choice until the Spring semester.

• Secondly, apply NOW! Make your college selection process a priority so that you aren’t overwhelmed during your last few months of high school. Please don’t be one of the students who begins the process following graduation - in some cases, they have to settle for less than the best in terms of financial aid, housing, etc. Deadlines are different at every school, and it is your responsibility to be aware of them.

• Fill out your own college application and scholarship forms. They want to hear from you, not your parents! (You may be laughing at this thought, but you’d be surprised how often it actually happens.)

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• Ask yourself, “What qualities does my dream college possess?” Then, narrow out the choices that don’t match up. Please don’t choose a college solely because your friends are attending. You don’t want to cheat yourself out of a college experience that is designed specifically for you. Don’t be afraid to take a risk – big risks often have high rewards!

• Do not let the sticker price of a college deter you from applying and pursuing your top choices. Consider federal aid, state aid, work-study, local scholarships, institutional scholarships, personal savings, parental contribution, summer income etc. You should have a good idea of what your college will cost you by March or April of your senior year.

• VISIT! There is only so much that you can learn from a college website or a phone conversation. Plus, someone else’s opinion may not be yours. Every college has its own “flavor” and spending time in its offices, classrooms and residence halls will help you discover whether or not it is a good fit for you.

• Live on campus for at least one year, even if you are attending a college near home.

Residence hall life is a unique experience that you must have as an undergraduate student! It cannot be duplicated at any other point in your life. I know, some of you are thrilled at this thought and others may be terrified, but either way, you need this experience to stretch and enrich you!

“Residence hall life is a unique experience that you must have as an undergraduate student!

It cannot be duplicated at any other point in your life.”

• Thoroughly research your chosen major.

Be sure that the academic program is not just present at the school of your choice but also strong. See how long the program has been in existence and take a look at the required courses to make sure it’s exactly what you want. If you haven’t chosen a major yet, don’t worry! It is often best to start out as a general studies student until you have a more definite direction.

• Don’t be afraid to ask questions of admissions and financial aid personnel. They realize that this is your first time down this road and are equipped with the answers for which you are searching. Let them help you!

• Most importantly, seek God! His voice trumps everything else in the search for YOUR perfect place. Do everything that you can to prepare and then wait patiently on Him. He doesn’t always send a burning bush, but He will speak to you, if you ask and listen.

I am excited for you as you begin this journey! My five years as an undergraduate student at an AG college were some of the best of my life thus far. It is my desire that each of you can say the same thing upon leaving your college campus. Best of luck to you; there are incredible things ahead!

Checklist for College 1. FALL OF JUNIOR YEAR • Prayerfully consider what kind of college you would like to attend.

• Take the PSAT/NMSQT® in October. This standardized test provides opportunities to earn scholarships.

• Collect information concerning schools of interest. You can obtain information from the internet, college fairs, college catalogs, and even students in your area who may attend these schools.

2. SPRING OF JUNIOR YEAR

5. SPRING OF SENIOR YEAR • Look for acceptance letters in the mail.

• Ask your parent(s) or guardian(s) to file their income tax returns as soon as possible. You will also need to file yours if you have income to report.

• Complete the FAFSA before the priority deadline. The earlier you submit the form, the more likely you are to receive all of the aid for which you are eligible.

• Fill out your housing/roommate application and any other departmental applications. Your college may also require a deposit.

• Once you receive your financial package from your top schools, figure out how much the college will cost and how much money you will need for living expenses. Work out a general budget for the next 4 years.

• Narrow your college choices as much as possible.

• Visit colleges you have selected. Get a tour of the campus, attend chapel, eat in the cafeteria, visit classes, meet professors, and spend the night in the residence halls.

• Take the ACT or SAT. The guidance counseling office of your high school can tell you how to sign up for the test. (Plan to take the test two or three times in order to obtain the best score possible.)

3. SUMMER BEFORE SENIOR YEAR • Narrow your college choices to your top three.

• Begin your scholarship search!

• Start a rough draft of your admissions and scholarship essays to include with applications.

4. FALL OF SENIOR YEAR • Submit applications to the colleges you have chosen. Some schools have different application prices for electronic and paper applications. Find out if the schools to which you are applying do.

• If you haven’t visited the campuses of all your top choices already, be sure to do so this semester, if you are able.

• Research and complete any scholarship/financial aid forms you may need. Become aware of interview or audition dates that pertain to you. Don’t let these deadlines pass you by…be proactive!

• Consider the option of retaking the ACT or SAT, if you think you can improve your score.

You usually get to use your highest score, even if you don’t improve it the second time.

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• Decide whether you will need to take out loans or get a job...or both.

• Make your final college decision, if at all possible.

• Graduate from high school. Congratulations!

6. SUMMER BEFORE COLLEGE • Find out when the residence halls or campus will be open and plan your arrival.

Keep in mind you may need to arrive early for freshman orientation activities.

• Ask the college admissions counselor if you can register early for your classes.

• Complete health documentation and financial aid forms, as required.

• Get ready...You are about to embark on an amazing journey!

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