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The philosophical stance of BBCS in its undergraduate studies is that of basic education: the processing and accessing of information and concepts, the reception and transmission of accumulated knowledge, the encouragement of the critical faculties of cognitive inquiry and the affective integration of acquired knowledge with one's life.
Tuition for the Undergraduate degree is $140.00 per semester hour or $420 per 3-semester hour course, plus $12 learning resource fee for campus students. Books, audio and/or videotapes are extra. At the time of enrollment, the student pays the $137.00 enrollment fee, and then selects one of the payment plan options.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Semester-Hour Requirements
Associate (Th.A.) 63 semester hours
Grade-Point-Average Requirements
Associate Must maintain 2.0 GPA
Bachelor Must maintain 2.0 GPA
Minimum Required Hours of Study With BBCS
Associate of Theology 18 semester hours
Maximum Transfer of Hours
Associate of Theology 45 semester hours
Bachelor of Theology 90 semester hours
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
The undergraduate curriculum is designed to introduce the student to the heritage, resources and practice of the Christian faith through both general education and Bible-related subjects. The student will concentrate in biblical studies (Old and New Testament), counseling, pastoral ministries and other disciplines which prepare them for service in various professions. By assimilating the knowledge offered, the student should be inspired and equipped for vocational ministry, other professions or for continuing in graduate studies. The student will:
1. Be provided with an excellent background in general education and also instruction in Bible-related subjects for the student to internalize the teachings of Jesus Christ in Holy Scripture.
2. Be motivated and equipped to study the Holy Scriptures and be committed to a lifelong discovery of the many facets of their truth.
3. Be challenged to think critically and analytically about the basis for faith and to adopt a lifestyle of commitment and service based on the teachings of Jesus Christ.
4. Develop a foundation upon which to build confidence in communicating Christian principles to others as directed by the Holy Spirit.
5. Develop the knowledge and skills required to be successful in their chosen profession.
DIRECTED STUDIES
A student may register for up to 9 hours of junior or senior level directed study by making an application through the Vice-President of Academic Affairs. When a student is unable to meet a regular campus class schedule, he/she will be assigned a professor who will meet periodically with the student.
Assignments will be made by the professor and may include readings, discussions, reports, papers, library research, and examinations as determined at the time of registration. The course requirements must be completed during one semester. The student must pay full tuition for each credit hour.
BACHELOR EQUIVALENCY
The total semester hours for a Bachelor’s equivalency are 123. As a prerequisite to applying, a student must have a minimum of 100 semester hours documented on approved transcript(s). Students apply by completing a Bachelor's enrollment application with a $137 enrollment fee together with copies of official transcripts. It is suggested that the student complete undergraduate work, then enroll in the Master of Theology or Master of Divinity programs and pay the $137 enrollment fee and make payment for first course or courses. Upon meeting the requirements for graduation, both the Master and Bachelor Degrees will be granted.
COLLEGE LEVEL LEARNING EXPERIENCE
Students who have completed 12 semester hours of course work with- BBCS may apply for a maximum credit of 30 semester hours based on college level learning experiences. All academic credits granted for college level teaming experiences will be required to meet the standards established by CAEL (Council for Adult and Experiential Learning). These standards include but are not limited to:
1. Credit will be awarded only for learning, not for experience.
2. Credit will be awarded only for documented college level teaming.
3. Credit will be awarded only for learning that is related to the appropriate subject.
4. Appropriate faculty will make the determination of competence levels and credit awards.
5. Credit must be appropriate to the academic context in which it is accepted. All academic credit must be fully documented; for example, course syllabi developed and taught, certificates earned, books written or documentation of study completed.
A student may arrange to serve as an understudy with a senior pastor or other approved professional for six to twelve months and earn six to twelve semester hours upon successful completion. Prior approval must be granted by the Academic Affairs. The student and pastor/supervisor and the Dean of Academic Affairs must sign a learning contract. The results of the learning experience must be documented. A maximum of 12 semester hours through Internship is allowed.
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