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Table of Contents
LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT................................4 Credits ........................................................................39
INTRODUCTION ............................................................6 Graduate-level Credit for Undergraduate School
University Setting ............................................................6 Courses ..............................................................39
History and Mission ....................................................6 Independent Course Credit....................................39
Doctrinal Standard ......................................................8 Music Credit ..........................................................40
Denominational Relationships ....................................8 Educational Resources..............................................40
Accreditation and Recognition ....................................9 Academic & Disability Services ............................40
Bookstore ..............................................................40
PROGRAMS OF STUDY ............................................10
Computing Lab ......................................................40
Programs for College and University Graduates......12
Copy Center ..........................................................40
Programs for Bible College Graduates ....................12
G. Allen Fleece Library ..........................................40
Requirements to Receive a Degree ..........................12
Ministry Resource Department ..............................41
Earning Two Degrees ................................................13
Faculty Directed Study ..............................................41
Biblical Ministry Certificate ........................................15
Grading Policies ........................................................41
Master of Arts (Theological Studies) .......................16 Grade Reports ........................................................41
Master of Arts (Intercultural Studies) ....................17 Grading Scale ........................................................42
Master of Arts (Muslim Studies) ..............................18 Failed Courses........................................................42
Master of Arts in Biblical Exposition ........................19 Incompletes ............................................................42
Master of Arts in Educational Ministry......................20 Graduation..................................................................42
Master of Arts in Global Studies ..............................21 Internships..................................................................42
Master of Arts in Leadership and Mobilization ........22 Plagiarism ..................................................................43
Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling ......................23 Readmission ..............................................................43
Master of Divinity Ministry Leadership......................24 Records and Privacy Rights......................................43
Master of Divinity Academic Ministries ....................25 Records ..................................................................43
Master of Divinity Bible Exposition ..........................27 Student Assessment for Institutional
Master of Divinity Educational Ministries..................29 Improvement ..........................................................43
Master of Divinity Global Studies..............................31 Student Privacy Rights ..........................................44
Master of Divinity Pastoral Counseling ....................32 Registration ................................................................44
Doctor of Ministry .....................................................34 Transcripts and Diplomas..........................................44
ACADEMIC LIFE ..........................................................37 Transfer Credit............................................................44
Academic Catalog and Degree Change ..................38 Withdrawal ................................................................45
Academic Load..........................................................38 From Courses ........................................................45
Academic Petitions ....................................................38 From CIU SSM ......................................................45
Academic Probation ..................................................38 EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES ............................46
Advanced Standing ..................................................38 Winter and Summer Studies ....................................47
Auditing ......................................................................39 Access CIU ................................................................47
Classes, Examinations, and Assignments................39 Korntal, Germany, Branch Campus ..........................48
Assignments ..........................................................39 Atlanta Extension Site................................................48
Attendance ............................................................39 Other Educational Programs at CIU ........................49
Course Numbering and Scheduling ......................39 Undergraduate School ..........................................49
Period Examinations ..............................................39 Graduate School ....................................................49
Re-examinations ....................................................39 Ben Lippen School ....................................................50
Commencement ........................................................39
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Cooperative Educational Programs ..........................50 Academic Grievance Procedures ..........................78
Carolina Theological Consortium ..........................50 General Grievance Procedures..............................79
Institute of Theological Seminars ..........................50 Student Services........................................................80
Zwemer Center for Muslim Studies ......................50 Athletics/Physical Fitness..........................................80
Career Services ......................................................80
ADMISSIONS................................................................51 Chaplain Services ..................................................80
Who Should Apply? ..................................................52 Food Services ........................................................80
How to Apply ............................................................52 Grad Life Council....................................................80
Information to Assist You ..........................................53 Health Services ......................................................81
Housing ..................................................................81
FINANCIAL INFORMATION ........................................54 International Students ............................................81
Explanation of Expenses ..........................................54 Koinonia Food Co-op ............................................81
Student Financial Services ..........................................57 Opportunities for Student Spouses ......................81
Federal Financial Aid ..............................................58 Orientation ..............................................................81
Institutional Financial Aid ......................................59 Post Office ..............................................................81
Other Aid Sources ..................................................60
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ..........................................83
Scholarships, Endowments, and Grants ..................63
LEADERSHIP AND FACULTY ..................................108
STUDENT LIFE ............................................................73 Board of Trustees ........................................................109
Growth in Community................................................74 Administration ..........................................................109
Community Standards ..............................................74 Faculty......................................................................110
Student Rights and Responsibilities ........................75 Adjunct Faculty ........................................................113
Student Discipline ......................................................78 ACADEMIC CALENDAR ..........................................115
Complaint and Grievance Procedures......................78
General Principles ..................................................78 MAPS ..........................................................................117
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Dear Prospective Student,
INFLUENCE. Probably not the first word that comes to mind as you make
your decision on where to further your education. Yet this word is actually
one of the most important words to consider because no matter where you
earn a higher academic degree, you will be influenced. Let me explain.
WILLIAM H. JONES
PRESIDENT You perhaps have friends who attended colleges where the influence of the
world eroded their Christian convictions. Whether through the influence of a
faculty member or roommate, eventually their love for the Lord Jesus grew
cool.
At CIU, we will influence you as well. But not from the perspective of the
world. We want to influence you from the perspective of the Word of God. We
desire to provide you with the education you need to further your education,
and develop Christlike character in your life — the whole life training you
need to serve the Lord.
INFLUENCE. It’s an important word. Come to CIU and let us influence you,
as you influence the world for Christ.
This catalog contains information about studying and living at CIU. But it
may not tell you everything you want to know. If we can help you personally,
please call (800) 777-2227 or e-mail the Admissions Office at
Admissions@ciu.edu to discuss your specific needs or questions with one of
our counselors.
Warmly in Christ,
William H. Jones
President
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Introduction
This catalog is not a contract. Every effort has been made to reflect accurately the
curricular programs and degree requirements at the time of publication. Columbia
International University Seminary & School of Missions, however, reserves the right to
change curricula and requirements at any time.
Introduction
University Setting In 1947 the graduate division became the
Graduate School of Missions. From 1973 until
Columbia International University (CIU) is a multi- 1987, the seminary was known as the Columbia
denominational Christian higher education institu- Graduate School of Bible & Missions, emphasiz-
tion dedicated to preparing world Christians to ing our commitment to prepare men and women
serve God with excellence. for biblically-based ministries both in North
Its three higher education schools: the America and overseas. This emphasis now is
Undergraduate School, the Graduate School, and expressed in our name Columbia International
the Seminary & School of Missions, offer post- University Seminary & School of Missions (abbre-
secondary degree programs ranging from viated to CIU SSM in this catalog). CIU SSM is
Associate of Arts to Doctor of Ministry. All post- one of the schools in the higher education divi-
secondary programs emphasize spiritual forma- sion of Columbia International University.
tion, mastery of biblical content and interpretation CIU SSM and its parent university occupy a 400-
skills, cultivation of a biblical worldview, and min- acre campus with forests and lakes on the north
istry skills development, the latter through field side of Columbia, the 200-year-old capital of
education and internship experiences. South Carolina. Combining the convenience and
In its residence programs, CIU serves students challenge of an adjacent urban area with the
from more than 40 states and more than 30 for- charm and serenity of the South, the locale pro-
eign countries, although the majority of students vides an environment ideal for study, ministry, and
come from five southeastern states. More than 50 reflection.
church denominations and independent fellow- With a well-qualified faculty and resources for
ships are represented in the faculty and student learning, students find the incentive and curricular
body. The majority of CIU graduates serve in guidance necessary for progress toward their
vocational Christian ministry roles, including goals. Through the spiritual, academic, social,
approximately 30 percent of CIU graduates who and physical dimensions of CIU SSM life, stu-
serve in cross-cultural contexts. Distance dents come “to know Him” better and “to make
Education courses serve several hundred addi- Him known” more effectively. Together we recog-
tional students, both graduate and undergradu- nize that God’s purpose for CIU SSM corporately
ate, in the United States and around the world. and for its faculty and students individually only
Other CIU ministries include Ben Lippen School can be achieved by the Holy Spirit working
(K4-12) and two radio stations, WMHK in supernaturally through yielded believers.
Columbia, S.C., and WRCM in Charlotte, N.C. At CIU SSM, implementation of the corporate
The purpose of Columbia International University purpose is expressed in the following statement:
is to educate people from a biblical worldview to The mission of Columbia International University
impact the nations with the message of Christ. Seminary & School of Missions is to equip Great
Commission Christians to minister in multicultural
History and Mission communities.
Columbia International University Seminary &
Your study at the Seminary & School of Missions
School of Missions was organized in 1936 as the
is intended to transform your life. You will have
graduate division of Columbia Bible College,
many formal and informal experiences which help
established in South Carolina’s capital city in
you grow in maturity academically, spiritually, and
1923. From its beginning, the school has empha-
in your skills for ministry. Opportunities exist not
sized the preparation of men and women for
only through courses and fellowship offered by
overseas missionary service.
the Seminary & School of Missions, but also
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through your church, through evangelistic and • Demonstrate interpersonal relational skills
missions projects, and through conferences. Your • Summarize and contextualize the basic mes-
faculty advisor will help you design a program to sage of passages from various OT and NT
make the most of this time of equipping. The literary genre
prayer of the faculty is that at the end of your
If you choose to pursue our Master of Divinity
studies with us you will demonstrate significant
degree you will measure your progress against
growth in three key areas. The Biblical outcomes
these outcomes:
listed below reflect our commitment to helping
you know the Bible so that it controls your life and Biblically, you will be able to
ministry. The Transformational outcomes listed • Discuss the teaching of individual Bible books
below reflect our commitment to helping you grow in detail
spiritually so that you can facilitate the growth of • Practice sound exegesis and exposition of the
others. The Great Commissional outcomes listed biblical text
below reflect our commitment to helping you hone • Engage contemporary theological issues bibli-
your ministry skills so that you can use them to cally
advance God’s kingdom purposes. • Engage ethical and apologetic issues biblically
If you choose to pursue one of our Master of • Explain God’s global movement throughout
Arts degrees you will measure your progress history
against these outcomes:
Transformationally, you will be able to
Biblically, you will be able to:
• Affirm a growing relationship with God
• Explain the context and content of each of the
• Articulate a biblical self-image
books of the Bible
• Demonstrate an appreciation for a healthy
• Interpret and apply the biblical text
relationship with the body of Christ
• Explain, evaluate, and apply Bible doctrine
• Demonstrate growing maturity and selflessness
• Articulate a biblical life and world view in personal relationships
• Explain God’s global movement throughout the • Articulate a biblical understanding of the believ-
Bible er’s relationship with the world
Transformationally, you will be able to: Great Commissionally, you will be able to
• Affirm a growing relationship with God
• Demonstrate effective cross-cultural ministry
• Articulate a biblical self-image skills
• Demonstrate an appreciation for a healthy rela- • Demonstrate effective cultural analysis skills
tionship with the body of Christ
• Demonstrate effective personal discipleship and
• Demonstrate growing maturity and selflessness evangelism skills
in personal relationships
• Demonstrate effective biblical leadership skills
• Articulate a biblical understanding of the believ-
• Demonstrate effective pastoral and counseling
er’s relationship with the world
skills
Great Commissionally, you will be able to • Demonstrate skill in communicating biblical
• Affirm a commitment to reaching the nations truth
with the message of Christ In brief, we want you to be able to think biblically,
• Demonstrate cultural understanding, humility, grow spiritually, and minister effectively.
and sensitivity
• Share the gospel effectively with others using at
least one method
• Function effectively as a member of a small
group
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• Ordination requirements vary. Each student who • Accredited with the Association for Biblical
plans to seek ordination is responsible to Higher Education (formerly the Accrediting
configure his or her program so as to meet the Association of Bible Colleges).
specific requirements for the local church,
• Affiliate campus of the Council of Christian
association or denomination in which ordination
Colleges and Universities
is sought.
• Member of South Carolina Independent
• The following ecclesiastical affiliations typically
Colleges and Universities
are represented in the CIU SSM student body
by three or more students: • Approved by the State Approval Agency, South
Carolina Department of Education, state of
African Methodist Episcopal
South Carolina, to train persons under the
Assemblies of God Veterans Administration programs.
Brethren in Christ Church • Authorized under federal law to enroll non-immi-
Christian and Missionary Alliance grant alien students.
Church of God (Anderson, Indiana) • Recognized by the Selective Service System.
Conservative Baptist Association • Chartered as a collegiate institution by the state
Evangelical Free Church of America of South Carolina, and is authorized by the state
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America of South Carolina to grant such degrees as the
Board of Trustees shall determine.
Foursquare Gospel Church
Free Methodist Church Columbia International University Seminary &
School of Missions is also accredited by the
Free Will Baptist
Association of Theological Schools.
Independent/Non-denominational
Students wishing to reach accrediting agencies
Methodist (Various) may do so by contacting them at the following
Mission Churches addresses:
Pentecostal Holiness The Association of Theological Schools
Presbyterian Church in America 10 Summit Park Drive
Presbyterian (Various) Pittsburgh, PA 15275-1110
Southern Baptist Convention
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
The Episcopal Church 1866 Southern Lane
United Methodist Church Decatur, GA 30033
Wesleyan Church
Association for Biblical Higher Education
Accreditation and Recognition 5575 South Semoran Blvd., Suite 26
Orlando, FL 32822-1781
Columbia International University is:
• Accredited by the Commission on Colleges of
the Southern Association of Colleges and
Schools to award degrees at the associate,
baccalaureate, first professional, masters and
doctoral degree level.
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Programs of Study
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Programs of Study
Community expectation (evangelical or secular) tion’s doctrinal statement (with the exception of
does not ultimately determine the meaning of a section 8, which is not required). The student
degree from CIU SSM. We are responsible to must also demonstrate an accurate under-
define our own purpose and establish our own standing of and commitment to the inerrancy of
achievement standards. the Scriptures.
All CIU SSM degree programs are intended to
help you prepare for Christian ministry. Criteria
The Building Block Approach
for granting a degree, therefore, are designed to For most students, the CIU SSM faculty
reflect your character and competence in both believes the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) is the
general and professional areas. degree program of choice because:
Commitment to whole-life training designed to • The M.Div. curriculum affords the most thor-
prepare Christians “to know Him and to make ough training for ministry leadership.
Him known” means that earning a degree from • The M.Div. degree is the stated or preferred
CIU SSM involves more than meeting academic qualification for ordination in many churches.
requirements. Graduating students also must
• The M.Div. degree is prerequisite for continu-
reflect appropriate achievement of CIU SSM
ing professional development in any accredit-
educational objectives including evidence of
ed Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) program.
personal morality, positive interpersonal and
family relationships, and local church involve- Nevertheless, the Biblical Ministry Certificate
ment. Although educational objectives cannot and Master of Arts programs are each complete
be measured with complete objectivity, we in themselves and may best meet the needs of
believe valid, fair, and useful assessment is some students. The programs are specifically
possible and necessary. designed so that you may begin in the certifi-
cate program and later use your courses to pro-
To qualify for a degree, you must demonstrate
ceed to an M.A. or M.Div. degree, as illustrated
an accurate understanding of basic biblical
below:
doctrines and be in agreement with the institu-
Master of Divinity
Program 1: 90 hours
Master of Arts Program 2: 72 hours
Program 1: 60 hours
Biblical Ministry Certificate Program 2: 48 hours
Program 1 only: 30 hours
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M.Div. and the M.A. (ICS) or M.A. (MUS) or M.A. • Complete satisfactorily the internship require-
(T.S.) – A student must: ment for the ministry leadership degree.
• Satisfy curricular requirements for both degrees. • Complete the following minimum total semester
• Complete satisfactorily the integrative exercise hours:
of the M.A. Program 1: 90
Program 2: 63
• Complete satisfactorily the internship require-
ment for the M.Div.
M.A.(ICS) or M.A.(MUS) or M.A.(TS) and
• Complete the following minimum total semester M.A.PC – A student must:
hours: • Satisfy curricular requirements for both degrees.
Program 1: 120
• Complete satisfactorily the integrative exercise
Program 2: 87
of the M.A.
M.Div. and M.A.BE or M.A. EdM or M.A.GLS or • Complete satisfactorily the internship require-
M.A.LEM or M.A.PC – A student must: ments for the M.A.PC degree.
• Satisfy curricular requirements for both degrees. • Complete the following minimum total semester
• Complete satisfactorily the internship require- hours:
ments for both degrees. Program 1: 93
Program 2: 63
• Complete the following minimum total semester
hours:
Two M.A. Ministry Leadership Degrees
Program 1: 120
(M.A.BE, M.A.EdM, M.A.GLS, M.A.LEM,
Program 2: 96
M.A.PC) – A student must:
• Satisfy curricular requirements for both degrees.
M.A.(ICS) or M.A.(MUS) or M.A.(TS) and M.A.BE
• Complete satisfactorily the internship require-
or M.A.EdM or M.A.GLS or M.A. LEM – A
ments for both degrees.
student must:
• Complete the following minimum total semester
• Satisfy curricular requirements for both degrees.
hours:
• Complete satisfactorily the integrative exercise Program 1: 90
of the M.A. Program 2: 72
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Curriculum of Study
Program 1 . . . . 30 semester hours Ethos Core Courses:
Required Courses (18 semester hours) The following courses, comprising 30 semester
Two of the following hours, form the historic ethos of Columbia
International University Seminary & School of
BIB 5112 Genesis to Song of Solomon: God’s Missions. They are foundational to the ministry
Plan of Creation and Redemption leadership M.A. and M.Div. programs offered;
BIB 5113 Prophets: God’s Message of therefore, students are encouraged to consider
Redemption and Judgment these courses when choosing their electives and
BIB 5132 Gospels: God’s Means of Providing survey courses:
Redemption
BIB 5112 Genesis to Song of Solomon: God’s
BIB 5133 Acts to Revelation: God’s People Plan of Creation and Redemption
Proclaiming Redemption Globally
BIB 5113 Prophets: God’s Message of
BIB 5410 Hermeneutics: Interpreting and
Redemption and Judgment
Applying the Bible
BIB 5132 Gospels: God’s Means of Providing
ICS 5031 The Mission of God
Redemption
MIN 5300 Foundations of Spiritual Formation
BIB 5133 Acts to Revelation: God’s People
THE 6320 Systematic Theology 2
Proclaiming Redemption Globally
Elective Courses (12 semester hours) BIB 5410 Hermeneutics: Interpreting and
4 courses from any alpha-designator Applying the Bible
ICS 5031 The Mission of God
Optional Specializations MIN 5300 Foundations of Spiritual Formation
The student may focus on a particular area of
study by taking all four elective courses (12 THE 6310 Systematic Theology 1
semester hours) in the same discipline.The stu- THE 6320 Systematic Theology 2
dent would thus be able to receive a specializa- THE 6341 Theological Methods and Issues
tion in one of the following areas:
• Biblical Studies
• Counseling Studies
• Educational Studies
• Global Studies
• Ministry Studies
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Curriculum of Study
Program 1 . . . . 60 semester hours Program 2 . . . . 30 semester hours
Ethos Core (30 semester hours) Required Courses (9 semester hours)
BIB 5112 Genesis to Song of Solomon: God’s EDM 6170 Community and Church-based
Plan of Creation and Redemption Spiritual Formation
BIB 5113 Prophets: God’s Message of ICS 6024 Understanding Cultures and
Redemption and Judgment Worldviews
BIB 5132 Gospels: God’s Means of Providing RES 7961 Bible and Theology Integrative
Redemption Seminar
BIB 5133 Acts to Revelation: God’s People Elective Courses (21 semester hours)
Proclaiming Redemption Globally
• 5 courses from among BIB, GRE, HEB, HIS,
BIB 5410 Hermeneutics: Interpreting and ICS, or THE
Applying the Bible • 2 courses from any alpha-designator
ICS 5031 The Mission of God
MIN 5300 Foundations of Spiritual Formation
THE 6310 Systematic Theology 1
THE 6320 Systematic Theology 2
THE 6341 Theological Methods and Issues
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Curriculum of Study
Program 1 . . . . 60 semester hours Program 2 . . . . 30 semester hours
Ethos Core (30 semester hours) Required Courses (9 semester hours)
BIB 5112 Genesis to Song of Solomon: God’s EDM 6170 Community and Church-based
Plan of Creation and Redemption Spiritual Formation
BIB 5113 Prophets: God’s Message of ICS 6024 Understanding Cultures and
Redemption and Judgment Worldviews
BIB 5132 Gospels: God’s Means of Providing RES 7962 Intercultural and Muslim Studies
Redemption Integrative Seminar
BIB 5133 Acts to Revelation: God’s People Elective Courses (21 semester hours)
Proclaiming Redemption Globally
• 5 Intercultural Studies courses
BIB 5410 Hermeneutics: Interpreting and • 2 courses from any alpha-designator
Applying the Bible
ICS 5031 The Mission of God
MIN 5300 Foundations of Spiritual Formation
THE 6310 Systematic Theology 1
THE 6320 Systematic Theology 2
THE 6341 Theological Methods and Issues
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Curriculum of Study
Program 1 . . . . 60 semester hours Program 2 . . . . 30 semester hours
Ethos Core (30 semester hours) Required Courses (9 semester hours)
BIB 5112 Genesis to Song of Solomon: God’s EDM 6170 Community and Church-based
Plan of Creation and Redemption Spiritual Formation
BIB 5113 Prophets: God’s Message of ICS 6024 Understanding Cultures and
Redemption and Judgment Worldviews
BIB 5132 Gospels: God’s Means of Providing RES 7962 Intercultural and Muslim Studies
Redemption Integrative Seminar
BIB 5133 Acts to Revelation: God’s People Elective Courses (21 semester hours)
Proclaiming Redemption Globally • 5 Muslim Studies courses
BIB 5410 Hermeneutics: Interpreting and • 2 courses from any alpha-designator
Applying the Bible
ICS 5031 The Mission of God
MIN 5300 Foundations of Spiritual Formation
THE 6310 Systematic Theology 1
THE 6320 Systematic Theology 2
THE 6341 Theological Methods and Issues
Required Courses (6 semester hours)
ICS 6024 Understanding Cultures and
Worldviews
RES 7962 Intercultural and Muslim Studies
Integrative Seminar
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Curriculum of Study
Program 1 . . . . 60 semester hours Program 2 . . . . 48 semester hours
Ethos Core (30 semester hours) Required Courses (18 hours)
BIB 5112 Genesis to Song of Solomon: God’s BIB 6320 Old Testament Theology
Plan of Creation and Redemption BIB 6330 New Testament Theology
BIB 5113 Prophets: God’s Message of EDM 6170 Community and Church-based
Redemption and Judgment Spiritual Formation
BIB 5132 Gospels: God’s Means of Providing HOM 6300 Foundations for Biblical Preaching
Redemption
ICS 6024 Understanding Cultures and
BIB 5133 Acts to Revelation: God’s People Worldviews
Proclaiming Redemption Globally
One of the following
BIB 5410 Hermeneutics: Interpreting and
HOM 7411 Advanced Biblical Preaching
Applying the Bible
EDM 6344 Transformational Bible Teaching
ICS 5031 The Mission of God
MIN 5300 Foundations of Spiritual Formation Elective Courses (27 semester hours)
THE 6310 Systematic Theology 1 • 4 courses from BIB, GRE, or HEB
THE 6320 Systematic Theology 2 • 5 courses from any alpha-designator
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Curriculum of Study
Program 1 . . . . 60 semester hours Program 2 . . . . 48 semester hours
Ethos Core (30 semester hours) Required Courses (24 hours)
BIB 5112 Genesis to Song of Solomon: God’s BIB 6320 Old Testament Theology
Plan of Creation and Redemption BIB 6330 New Testament Theology
BIB 5113 Prophets: God’s Message of EDM 6170 Community and Church-based
Redemption and Judgment Spiritual Formation
BIB 5132 Gospels: God’s Means of Providing EDM 6344 Transformational Bible Teaching
Redemption
EDM 6440 Planning for Learning and Growth
BIB 5133 Acts to Revelation: God’s People
Proclaiming Redemption Globally ICS 6024 Understanding Cultures and
Worldviews
BIB 5410 Hermeneutics: Interpreting and
Applying the Bible ICS 6075 Team Principles and Dynamics
ICS 5031 The Mission of God MIN 5310 Biblical Foundations of Leadership
MIN 5300 Foundations of Spiritual Formation Elective Courses (21 semester hours)
THE 6310 Systematic Theology 1 • 7 courses from any alpha-designator
THE 6320 Systematic Theology 2
Internship (3 semester hours)
THE 6341 Theological Methods and Issues INT 6744-45 Educational Ministries Internship 1-2
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Curriculum of Study
Program 1 . . . . 60 semester hours Program 2 . . . . 48 semester hours
Ethos Core (30 semester hours) Required Courses (12 hours)
BIB 5112 Genesis to Song of Solomon: God’s BIB 6320 Old Testament Theology
Plan of Creation and Redemption BIB 6330 New Testament Theology
BIB 5113 Prophets: God’s Message of EDM 6170 Community and Church-based
Redemption and Judgment Spiritual Formation
BIB 5132 Gospels: God’s Means of Providing ICS 6024 Understanding Cultures and
Redemption Worldviews
BIB 5133 Acts to Revelation: God’s People
Proclaiming Redemption Globally Elective Courses (30 semester hours)
BIB 5410 Hermeneutics: Interpreting and • 5 courses from GLS or ICS
Applying the Bible • 5 courses from any alpha-designator
ICS 5031 The Mission of God
Internship (6 semester hours)
MIN 5300 Foundations of Spiritual Formation INT 6211-12 Pastoral Internship 1-2
THE 6310 Systematic Theology 1 INT 6824-25 Intercultural Internship 1-2
THE 6320 Systematic Theology 2
THE 6341 Theological Methods and Issues
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Curriculum of Study
Program 1 . . . . (60 hours) Internship (3 semester hours)
Ethos Core (30 semester hours) INT 6211, Pastoral
6214 Internship 1 & 4
BIB 5112 Genesis to Song of Solomon: God’s
Plan of Creation and Redemption
Program 2 . . . . (48 hours)
BIB 5113 Prophets: God’s Message of Required Courses (30 semester hours)
Redemption and Judgment
BIB 6320 Old Testament Theology
BIB 5132 Gospels: God’s Means of Providing
Redemption BIB 6330 New Testament Theology
BIB 5133 Acts to Revelation: God’s People EDM 6170 Community and Church-based
Proclaiming Redemption Globally Spiritual Formation
BIB 5410 Hermeneutics: Interpreting and GLS 6540 Strategies for Evangelism and
Applying the Bible Church Planting
ICS 5031 The Mission of God ICS 6024 Understanding Cultures and
Worldviews
MIN 5300 Foundations of Spiritual Formation
ICS 6075 Team Principles and Dynamics
THE 6310 Systematic Theology 1
MIN 5310 Biblical Foundations of Leadership
THE 6320 Systematic Theology 2
MIN 6412 Transformational Leadership
THE 6341 Theological Methods and Issues
MIN 6430 Prayer and Discipleship
Required Courses (21 semester hours)
One of the following:
GLS 6540 Strategies for Evangelism and
Church Planting EDM 6344 Transformational Bible Teaching
ICS 6024 Understanding Cultures and HOM 6300 Foundations of Biblical Preaching
Worldviews
Electives (15 semester hours)
ICS 6075 Team Principles and Dynamics • 5 courses from any alpha-designator
MIN 5310 Biblical Foundations of Leadership
Internship (3 semester hours)
MIN 6412 Transformational Leadership
INT 6211, Pastoral
MIN 6430 Prayer and Discipleship 6214 Internship 1 & 4
One of the following:
EDM 6344 Transformational Bible Teaching
HOM 6300 Foundations of Biblical Preaching
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Curriculum of Study
Program 1 . . . . 63 semester hours CNC 6730 Premarital, Marital, and Family
Ethos Core (30 semester hours) Counseling
BIB 5112 Genesis to Song of Solomon: God’s Internship (3 semester hours)
Plan of Creation and Redemption
INT 6254-55 Pastoral Counseling Internship 1-2
BIB 5113 Prophets: God’s Message of
Redemption and Judgment Program 2 . . . . 48 semester hours
BIB 5132 Gospels: God’s Means of Providing Required Courses (27 hours)
Redemption BIB 6320 Old Testament Theology
BIB 5133 Acts to Revelation: God’s People BIB 6330 New Testament Theology
Proclaiming Redemption Globally
EDM 6170 Community and Church-based
BIB 5410 Hermeneutics: Interpreting and
Spiritual Formation
Applying the Bible
ICS 6024 Understanding Cultures and
ICS 5031 The Mission of God
Worldviews
MIN 5300 Foundations of Spiritual Formation
CNC 5400 Ministry of Counseling
THE 6310 Systematic Theology 1
CNC 6001 Integration of Theology and
THE 6320 Systematic Theology 2 Psychology
THE 6341 Theological Methods and Issues CNC 6330 Church and Mission Health
Required Courses (18 semester hours) CNC 6400 Pastoral Counseling Techniques
ICS 6024 Understanding Cultures and CNC 6441 Counseling Grief and Loss
Worldviews
Elective Courses (18 semester hours)
CNC 5400 Ministry of Counseling
Four of the following:
CNC 6001 Integration of Theology and CNC 6410 Crisis Counseling
Psychology
CNC 6411 Sexuality Counseling
CNC 6330 Church and Mission Health
CNC 6412 Addictions Counseling
CNC 6400 Pastoral Counseling Techniques
CNC 6540 Spiritual Formation and Group
CNC 6441 Counseling Grief and Loss
Process
Elective Courses (12 semester hours) CNC 6730 Premarital, Marital, and Family
Four of the following: Counseling
CNC 6410 Crisis Counseling • 2 courses from any alpha-designator
CNC 6411 Sexuality Counseling Internship (3 semester hours)
CNC 6412 Addictions Counseling INT 6254-55 Pastoral Counseling Internship 1-2
CNC 6540 Spiritual Formation and Group
Process
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Curriculum of Study
Program 1 . . . . 90 semester hours Elective Courses (21 semester hours)
Ethos Core (30 semester hours) • 7 courses from any alpha-designator
BIB 5112 Genesis to Song of Solomon: God’s Internship (6 semester hours)
Plan of Creation and Redemption INT 6211-14 Pastoral Internship 1-4
BIB 5113 Prophets: God’s Message of
Redemption and Judgment Program 2 . . . . 72 semester hours
Required Courses (42 semester hours)
BIB 5132 Gospels: God’s Means of Providing
Redemption BIB 6320 Old Testament Theology
BIB 5133 Acts to Revelation: God’s People BIB 6330 New Testament Theology
Proclaiming Redemption Globally CNC 5400 Ministry of Counseling
BIB 5410 Hermeneutics: Interpreting and EDM 6170 Community and Church-based
Applying the Bible Spiritual Formation
ICS 5031 The Mission of God EDM 6344 Transformational Bible Teaching
MIN 5300 Foundations of Spiritual Formation HIS 6221 History of Global Christianity 1
THE 6310 Systematic Theology 1 HIS 6231 History of Global Christianity 2
THE 6320 Systematic Theology 2 HOM 6300 Foundations for Biblical Preaching
THE 6341 Theological Methods and Issues ICS 6024 Understanding Cultures and
Worldviews
Required Courses (33 semester hours) MIN 5310 Biblical Foundations of Leadership
CNC 5400 Ministry of Counseling
One biblical language sequence:
EDM 6344 Transformational Bible Teaching
HIS 6221 History of Global Christianity 1 GRE 5110, Greek 1-4
5111, 6210,
HIS 6231 History of Global Christianity 2 63xx
HOM 6300 Foundations for Biblical Preaching HEB 5110, Hebrew 1-4
ICS 6024 Understanding Cultures and 5111, 6220,
Worldviews 65xx
MIN 5310 Biblical Foundations of Leadership Elective Courses (24 semester hours)
One biblical language sequence: • 8 courses from any alpha-designator
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Curriculum of Study
Program 1 . . . . 90 semester hours One biblical language sequence:
Ethos Core (30 semester hours) GRE 5110, Greek 1-4
BIB 5112 Genesis to Song of Solomon: God’s 5111, 6210,
Plan of Creation and Redemption 63xx
BIB 5113 Prophets: God’s Message of HEB 5110, Hebrew 1-4
Redemption and Judgment 5111, 6220,
65xx
BIB 5132 Gospels: God’s Means of Providing
Redemption One sequence of the alternate language:
BIB 5133 Acts to Revelation: God’s People GRE 5110, Greek 1-2
Proclaiming Redemption Globally 5111
BIB 5410 Hermeneutics: Interpreting and HEB 5110, Hebrew 1-2
Applying the Bible 5111
ICS 5031 The Mission of God
One of the following biblical theology courses:
MIN 5300 Foundations of Spiritual Formation
BIB 6320 Old Testament Theology
THE 6310 Systematic Theology 1
BIB 6330 New Testament Theology
THE 6320 Systematic Theology 2
THE 6341 Theological Methods and Issues Elective Courses (6 semester hours)
• 2 courses from any alpha-designator
Required Courses (48 semester hours)
BIB 6410 History of Bible Interpretation Internship (6 semester hours)
INT 6734-37 Academic Ministries Internship 1-4
CNC 5400 Ministry of Counseling
EDM 6344 Transformational Bible Teaching
Program 2 . . . . 72 semester hours
HIS 6221 History of Global Christianity 1 Required Courses (54 semester hours)
HIS 6231 History of Global Christianity 2 BIB 6320 Old Testament Theology
HOM 6300 Foundations for Biblical Preaching BIB 6330 New Testament Theology
ICS 6024 Understanding Cultures and BIB 6410 History of Bible Interpretation
Worldviews
CNC 5400 Ministry of Counseling
MIN 5310 Biblical Foundations of Leadership
EDM 6170 Community and Church-based
RES 6420 Biblical Studies Research and Spiritual Formation
Writing
EDM 6344 Transformational Bible Teaching
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Curriculum of Study
Program 1 . . . . 90 semester hours One sequence of the alternate language:
Ethos Core (30 semester hours) GRE 5110, Greek 1-2
BIB 5112 Genesis to Song of Solomon: God’s 5111
Plan of Creation and Redemption HEB 5110, Hebrew 1-2
BIB 5113 Prophets: God’s Message of 5111
Redemption and Judgment
One of the following:
BIB 5132 Gospels: God’s Means of Providing
Redemption BIB 6320 Old Testament Theology
BIB 5133 Acts to Revelation: God’s People BIB 6330 New Testament Theology
Proclaiming Redemption Globally
BIB 5410 Hermeneutics: Interpreting and Elective Courses (6 semester hours)
Applying the Bible • 2 courses from any alpha-designator
ICS 5031 The Mission of God
Internship (6 semester hours)
MIN 5300 Foundations of Spiritual Formation INT 6211-12 Pastoral Ministry Internship 1-2
THE 6310 Systematic Theology 1 INT 6220-12 Bible Exposition Internship 1-2
THE 6320 Systematic Theology 2
Program 2 . . . . 72 semester hours
THE 6341 Theological Methods and Issues
Required Courses (57 semester hours)
Required Courses (48 semester hours) BIB 6320 Old Testament Theology
BIB 6xxx Bible Book Study BIB 6330 New Testament Theology
CNC 5400 Ministry of Counseling BIB 6xxx Bible Book Study 1
EDM 6344 Transformational Bible Teaching BIB 6xxx Bible Book Study 2
HIS 6221 History of Global Christianity 1 CNC 5400 Ministry of Counseling
HIS 6231 History of Global Christianity 2 EDM 6170 Community and Church-based
HOM 6300 Foundations for Biblical Preaching Spiritual Formation
HOM 7411 Advanced Biblical Preaching EDM 6344 Transformational Bible Teaching
ICS 6024 Understanding Cultures and HIS 6221 History of Global Christianity 1
Worldviews HIS 6231 History of Global Christianity 2
MIN 5310 Biblical Foundations of Leadership HOM 6300 Foundations for Biblical Preaching
One biblical language sequence: HOM 7411 Advanced Biblical Preaching
GRE 5110, Greek 1-4 ICS 6024 Understanding Cultures and
5111, 6210, Worldviews
63xx
MIN 5310 Biblical Foundations of Leadership
HEB 5110, Hebrew 1-4
5111, 6220,
65xx
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Curriculum of Study
Program 1 . . . . 90 semester hours One biblical language sequence:
Ethos Core (30 semester hours) GRE 5110, Greek 1-4
BIB 5112 Genesis to Song of Solomon: God’s 5111, 6210,
Plan of Creation and Redemption 63xx
BIB 5113 Prophets: God’s Message of HEB 5110, Hebrew 1-4
Redemption and Judgment 5111, 6220,
65xx
BIB 5132 Gospels: God’s Means of Providing
Redemption
Elective Courses (12 semester hours)
BIB 5133 Acts to Revelation: God’s People • 4 courses from any alpha-designator
Proclaiming Redemption Globally
BIB 5410 Hermeneutics: Interpreting and Internship (6 semester hours)
Applying the Bible INT 6211-12 Pastoral Internship 1-2
ICS 5031 The Mission of God INT 6744-45 Educational Ministries Internship 1-2
THE 6341 Theological Methods and Issues BIB 6330 New Testament Theology
CNC 5400 Ministry of Counseling
Required Courses (42 semester hours)
EDM 6170 Community and Church-based
CNC 5400 Ministry of Counseling Spiritual Formation
EDM 6170 Community and Church-based EDM 6344 Transformational Bible Teaching
Spiritual Formation
EDM 6440 Planning for Learning and Growth
EDM 6344 Transformational Bible Teaching
HIS 6221 History of Global Christianity 1
EDM 6440 Planning for Learning and Growth
HIS 6231 History of Global Christianity 2
HIS 6221 History of Global Christianity 1
HOM 6300 Foundations for Biblical Preaching
HIS 6231 History of Global Christianity 2
ICS 6024 Understanding Cultures and
HOM 6300 Foundations for Biblical Preaching Worldviews
ICS 6024 Understanding Cultures and ICS 6075 Team Principles and Dynamics
Worldviews
MIN 5310 Biblical Foundations of Leadership
ICS 6075 Team Principles and Dynamics
MIN 5310 Biblical Foundations of Leadership
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Curriculum of Study
Program 1 . . . . 90 semester hours Internship (6 semester hours)
Ethos Core (30 semester hours) INT 6211-12 Pastoral Internship 1-2
BIB 5112 Genesis to Song of Solomon: God’s INT 6824-25 Intercultural Internship 1-2
Plan of Creation and Redemption
BIB 5113 Prophets: God’s Message of Program 2 . . . . 72 hours
Redemption and Judgment Required Courses (42 semester hours)
BIB 5132 Gospels: God’s Means of Providing BIB 6320 Old Testament Theology
Redemption BIB 6330 New Testament Theology
BIB 5133 Acts to Revelation: God’s People CNC 5400 Ministry of Counseling
Proclaiming Redemption Globally
EDM 6170 Community and Church-based
BIB 5410 Hermeneutics: Interpreting and
Spiritual Formation
Applying the Bible
EDM 6344 Transformational Bible Teaching
ICS 5031 The Mission of God
MIN 5300 Foundations of Spiritual Formation HIS 6221 History of Global Christianity 1
THE 6310 Systematic Theology 1 HIS 6231 History of Global Christianity 2
THE 6320 Systematic Theology 2 HOM 6300 Foundations for Biblical Preaching
THE 6341 Theological Methods and Issues ICS 6024 Understanding Cultures and
Worldviews
Required Courses (33 semester hours)
MIN 5310 Biblical Foundations of Leadership
CNC 5400 Ministry of Counseling
EDM 6344 Transformational Bible Teaching One biblical language sequence:
HIS 6221 History of Global Christianity 1 GRE 5110, Greek 1-4
HIS 6231 History of Global Christianity 2 5111, 6210,
HOM 6300 Foundations for Biblical Preaching 63xx
ICS 6024 Understanding Cultures and HEB 5110, Hebrew 1-4
Worldviews 5111, 6220,
65xx
MIN 5310 Biblical Foundations of Leadership
Elective Courses (24 semester hours)
One biblical language sequence: • 5 courses from GLS or ICS
GRE 5110, Greek 1-4 • 3 courses from any alpha-designator
5111, 6210,
Internship (6 semester hours)
63xx
INT 6211-12 Pastoral Internship 1-2
HEB 5110, Hebrew 1-4
5111, 6220, INT 6824-25 Intercultural Internship 1-2
65xx
Elective Courses (21 semester hours)
• 5 courses from GLS or ICS
• 2 courses from any alpha-designator
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Curriculum of Study
Program 1 . . . . 93 semester hours One biblical language sequence:
Ethos Core (30 semester hours) GRE 5110, Greek 1-4
BIB 5112 Genesis to Song of Solomon: God’s 5111, 6210,
Plan of Creation and Redemption 63xx
BIB 5113 Prophets: God’s Message of HEB 5110, Hebrew 1-4
Redemption and Judgment 5111, 6220,
65xx
BIB 5132 Gospels: God’s Means of Providing
Redemption Elective Courses (12 semester hours)
BIB 5133 Acts to Revelation: God’s People Four of the following:
Proclaiming Redemption Globally CNC 6410 Crisis Counseling
BIB 5410 Hermeneutics: Interpreting and CNC 6411 Sexuality Counseling
Applying the Bible
CNC 6412 Addictions Counseling
ICS 5031 The Mission of God
CNC 6540 Spiritual Formation and Group
MIN 5300 Foundations of Spiritual Formation Process
THE 6310 Systematic Theology 1 CNC 6730 Premarital, Marital, and Family
THE 6320 Systematic Theology 2 Counseling
THE 6341 Theological Methods and Issues
Internship (6 semester hours)
INT 6211-12 Pastoral Internship 1-2
Required Courses (45 semester hours)
INT 6254-55 Pastoral Counseling Internship 1-2
CNC 5400 Ministry of Counseling
CNC 6001 Integration of Theology and Program 2 . . . . 72 semester hours
Psychology Required Courses (54 semester hours)
CNC 6330 Church and Mission Health BIB 6320 Old Testament Theology
CNC 6400 Pastoral Counseling Techniques BIB 6330 New Testament Theology
CNC 6441 Counseling Grief and Loss CNC 5400 Ministry of Counseling
EDM 6344 Transformational Bible Teaching CNC 6001 Integration of Theology and
Psychology
HIS 6221 History of Global Christianity 1
CNC 6330 Church and Mission Health
HIS 6231 History of Global Christianity 2
CNC 6400 Pastoral Counseling Techniques
HOM 6300 Foundations for Biblical Preaching
CNC 6441 Counseling Grief and Loss
ICS 6024 Understanding Cultures and
Worldviews EDM 6170 Community and Church-based
Spiritual Formation
MIN 5310 Biblical Foundations of Leadership
EDM 6344 Transformational Bible Teaching
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Doctor of Ministry
Purpose: Academic Information:
The Doctor or Ministry Degree is designed for Each student is assigned a faculty mentor who
persons who hold the M.Div. degree or its equiva- guides the student in designing a professional
lent and who have significant experience in pas- development program suited to his or her previ-
toral or cross-cultural ministry. You will build on ous educational and ministry experience, inter-
previous studies and ministry experiences to ests, and goals. The individualized program of
attain higher levels of competency. studies must be appropriate to the concentration
and must be approved by the student’s faculty
This degree program is designed to advance your
mentor. Twenty-four hours of studies (including
knowledge of the foundations of and current
the professional research project) must be at the
developments in ministry, to deepen your under-
9000-level. No more than six semester hours of
standing of your philosophy of ministry, to
transfer credit and no more than six semester
enhance your ability to function professionally, to
hours of independent course credit may be
increase your capacity to think and act purpose-
applied toward degree requirements. Of the
fully in ministry, and to strengthen your spiritual
required 24 semester course hours, 12 must be
and moral integrity. Demonstration of significant
resident hours. All degree requirements must be
progress in these areas is an essential ingredient
completed within six years of initial enrollment in
of the program. Progress is observed through a
the Doctor of Ministry program unless an exten-
constant mentoring relationship with an assigned
sion is requested and granted.
member of the CIU SSM faculty.
Candidacy:
Admission Requirements:
Advancement to candidacy occurs when the stu-
• A Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree with a mini-
dent has successfully completed all degree
mum B average. An applicant who does not
requirements except the professional research
hold the M.Div. degree, but who has completed
project.
another graduate theological degree and
believes he or she has theological training
equivalent to an M.Div., may submit evidence of
work completed to the Office of Admissions for
assessment.
• At least three years of active involvement in
ministry subsequent to completion of M.Div.
studies. Applicants to the Missions concentra-
tion are required to meet this requirement in
active cross-cultural ministry unless their pri-
mary assignment is North American missions
administration.
• A completed Doctor of Ministry application,
including forms and instructions available
through the Admissions Office.
• International students must demonstrate profi-
ciency in the use of the English language.
• Any additional requirements set by the CIU
SSM faculty or the Admissions Office.
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Curriculum of Study
Required Courses (15 semester hours)
HOM 9410 Variety and Creativity in Preaching
MIN 9431 Spiritual Mentoring
RES 9400 Doctoral Research Methods
RES 9990 Professional Research Project (6)
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Academic Life
Academic Catalog and Degree Change 9.5 semester hours. At his discretion, the dean
A student’s program is governed by the catalog may limit enrollment to fewer than 9.5 hours. If the
under which he or she was admitted. Students student’s cumulative GPA by the end of the subse-
desiring to change degrees or concentrations quent semester does not improve so that gradua-
within a degree must request approval through a tion is assured, enrollment normally is terminated.
Degree Change Application form (available outside The student must reapply through the CIU SSM
the door of the CIU SSM Deans’ Office in Schuster Admissions Office and must provide evidence to
140). Should a student break matriculation for two the dean that he or she can expect to be academ-
consecutive regular terms, the catalog in effect at ically successful. A student on academic probation
the time of re-admission to CIU SSM must be may not participate in musical groups (except as
used to satisfy the requirements for the degree. part of MUS 5503, 5513). Employment also may
be limited.
Academic Load
The SSM faculty has defined “full-time study” as a Advanced Standing
minimum of 24 semester hours during an academ- Although CIU SSM does not accept transfer credit
ic year. Students may divide those hours over the from unaccredited institutions, a student may
four terms of the academic year as they wish. request advanced standing at CIU SSM for cours-
Most students take at least nine hours during the es completed at an unaccredited institution.
fall semester and at least nine hours during the Advanced standing may be awarded either “with
spring semester. They complete the remaining credit” or “without credit.” Advanced standing
hours during the winter and/or summer terms. See without credit entitles the student to waive a curric-
the Student Financial Services pages for the way ular requirement in a field previously studied at an
in which eligibility for financial aid and on-campus unaccredited school and substitute an advanced
housing relates to academic load. The full-time course at CIU SSM in the same field. Advanced
load for Doctor of Ministry students is three standing with credit satisfies the graduation
semester hours per term. requirement for which advanced standing is award-
ed. Advanced standing with credit is awarded only
Academic Petitions
on the basis of written or oral examination adminis-
CIU SSM provides a petitioning procedure through
tered at CIU SSM. Advanced standing with credit
which students may be granted exceptions to the
may not be applied toward graduation require-
general rules included in the catalog. It is the
ments in the Program 2 Master of Arts degree.
responsibility of the student who seeks considera-
tion to complete the petitioning process. Advanced Standing is available under the follow-
Instructions for filing an academic petition are ing conditions:
available outside the door of the CIU SSM Dean’s • With the exception of internship courses,
Office (Schuster 140). In cases where an exception advanced standing with credit may be granted
might affect the student’s eligibility to enroll in a for any course offered at CIU SSM appropriate
particular course, the student should begin the to the student’s degree program, including free
petitioning process during the previous term and electives.
gain final approval of the petition no later than the • Application for advanced standing must be
“add” deadline of the term involved. made within one year of matriculation into CIU
Academic Probation SSM.
A student whose grade-point average (GPA) for a • No more than one-sixth of the requirements of
semester falls below 2.3 is placed on academic any degree program may be credited through
probation for the following semester, during which advanced standing.
the student is allowed to register for no more than
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An approved Proficiency Exam Authorization form Period Examinations: Period tests are scheduled
must be submitted to the Registrar’s Office with in the course syllabus. If a student misses a test
evidence that the student has paid the non- for an approved reason, a make-up test must be
refundable examination fee of $50. Competency taken within one week after return to class.
must be demonstrated by scoring at least 77 per-
Re-examinations: A student desiring to retake a
cent on a one-time only written and/or oral
final examination may petition the instructor who,
assessment to be administered by the professor
under exceptional circumstances, may grant the
of record of the given course, with final approval
request. Re-examinations must be taken within
granted by the dean.
two weeks after the receipt of grades. The grade
Students may not receive advanced standing obtained on the retaken examination will not carry
credit for courses they have audited at CIU SSM. the same value as the original final examination.
Auditing Commencement
Most courses may be audited with permission of All requirements for graduation normally must be
the instructor and approval of the faculty advisor met before the student may participate in com-
and registrar. No credit is recorded and an audit- mencement exercises. Under certain circum-
ing fee is charged. Registration forms may be stances the student may be eligible to participate
located in the Registrar’s Office. in commencement before all requirements have
been completed.
Classes, Examinations, and Assignments
Assignments: Due dates for research papers, All internship plans must be approved by April 15
book reports, and other assignments normally are of the year in which the student plans to partici-
indicated in the course syllabus. The student is pate in commencement. Registration forms must
responsible to plan and pace work so that assign- be completed and internship requirements
ments will be submitted when due. Exceptions to (including the submission of all written reports and
the schedule established for a course are at the evaluations) must be completed by the last day of
discretion of the instructor. Late work may not be summer semester following the commencement
accepted, although in rare cases an instructor in which the student participates.
may permit a pre-arranged extension.
Credits
Class Attendance: Because of the commitment Graduate-level Credit for Undergraduate
made by accepted applicants and the intensive Courses: Under certain circumstances,
nature of the programs, it is assumed that stu- Undergraduate School courses may be taken for
dents will attend all classes. CIU SSM credit. College junior- and senior-level
courses with no parallel at CIU SSM and which, in
Course Numbering and Scheduling: Each
content, are appropriate for graduate-level credit,
course has three letters indicating the area of
may qualify. Prior to course registration, students
study and four digits. The number in parenthesis
must submit to the Registrar’s Office an approved
after the course title indicates its semester hour
faculty directed study with a graduate course
credit value. A course may be cancelled if enroll-
assignment which outlines the course involved as
ment does not meet a standard set by the Dean’s
well as additional assignments that validate grad-
Office.
uate-level credit.
Courses are scheduled in daytime, evening, and
Online Course Credit: CIU SSM permits up to
weekend formats on a rotating basis. See infor-
half of an M.A. and two-thirds of an M.Div. degree
mation posted outside the Dean’s Office. Since
program be earned through online courses. The
programs emphasize training for vocational
one-half program limit applies even when two
Christian service which often involves consider-
degrees are earned. Since the Biblical Ministry
able weekend ministry, Monday is reserved for
Certificate is not a degree, it is exempt from this
study, research and reflection.
restriction.
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Music Credit: CIU SSM students are allowed the snacks and Seattle’s Best Coffee. Students may
following maximum semester hours of music benefit from Book Buy Backs offered at the end
(choir, band, private and class music lessons) to of each semester.
count toward graduation requirements:
Computing Lab: The Computing Lab is located
30 semester hour program 2 semester hours
in the Joy Ridderhoff Building. It has an open lab
60 semester hour program 3 semester hours
and a computer classroom with approximately 50
90 semester hour program 4 semester hours
computers available. The computers run on a
Students may take more hours of music for credit, Microsoft network and use Windows as the oper-
but they will not count toward graduation. ating systems. Microsoft Office 2007 is available
on each computer with other software applica-
Educational Resources tions such as WordPerfect, MS Works, Biblio 8,
Advising: Each student is assigned an academic and Bible Works. Photo editing software is avail-
advisor. The academic advising program is able on select computers. One digital editing
intended to foster a relationship between faculty computer is also available for student use. Black
members and individual students as a context for and white printing as well as color printing is
growth toward the academic, spiritual, and voca- available in the lab. Other services include scan-
tional goals of their seminary program. In addition ning, CD burning, and Internet access. Registered
to pre-registration and registration periods, stu- students will receive their lab account information
dents meet with their academic advisors periodi- via CIUOnline.com e-mail. Those who do not
cally throughout the year. Students are receive their lab account information via e-mail
encouraged to approach their academic advisor, should see the lab front desk and complete a
however, whenever they desire academic or spiri- Student User Login Application. Lab Operators
tual advice. are available to help students with various com-
puting needs. The lab is generally open from 7
Academic & Disability Services: CIU is commit-
a.m. – 12 midnight Monday through Thursday,
ted to providing equal educational opportunities
and from 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. Friday through Saturday.
for all students and assisting them in making their
It is closed on Sundays and during the 10:45 a.m.
university experience successful. In compliance
– 11:30 a.m. chapel period Tuesday through
with the Americans with Disabilities Act and
Friday. For additional information, contact the
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, we
Front Desk at (803) 807-5147 or visit
provide reasonable accommodations for students
www.ciu.edu/scc.
with currently documented disabilities. (For most
disabilities, “current” is defined as within three Copy Center: A school-maintained copy center
years.) Requests for accommodations should be processes printing requests for faculty, staff, and
made to the Academic & Disability Services office, students on a time available basis. Printing
(803) 807-5612 (from on campus ext. 5612), at services available include resumes, prayer
least 30 working days prior to the first day of letters, prayer cards, and wedding invitations
class to help ensure the quality and availability of and announcements.
services needed. Questions regarding require-
G. Allen Fleece Library: The library provides a
ments for qualifying documentation and disability
collection of over 150,000 print and non-print
accommodations should be directed to Academic
items, 300 print journals and print journal back
& Disability Services.
issues representing over 1,000 titles. In addition,
Bookstore: A campus bookstore, operated by access to over 90 electronic databases, many of
Founders Bookstores, provides new and used which are full text, is available through the library
textbooks, school supplies, reference books, website and at the computer work stations in the
Bibles, publications by popular Christian authors, library. The library participates in an interlibrary
faculty publications, gift and novelty items, CDs loan program through the Online Computer
by favorite artists, CIU clothing, and other CIU Library Center network of over 60,000 libraries
imprinted items. It also offers a large selection of worldwide.
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Incompletes Internships
Under exceptional circumstances, a faculty mem- The purpose of the internship program is to pro-
ber may permit additional time for the completion vide supervised experience in ministry in line with
of course requirements beyond the end of the the student’s vocational objectives. Such an
semester. In such cases, a temporary grade of “I” experience allows the student to engage in pro-
(Incomplete) will be assigned when submitted fessional activities while receiving feedback and
work is satisfactory but, due to unforeseen cir- supervision from an experienced mentor. An
cumstances, one or more assignments is out- internship is required in all Ministry Leadership
standing. An “I” will not be given to enable a degree programs.
student to do additional work to raise a deficient
All internships have as their principal component
grade.
the practice of ministry. Internships promote per-
sonal growth as the intern integrates the academ-
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ic and the experiential with all that he or she is as Plagiarism will result in academic penalty, and
an individual. Internships are planned around spe- may result in failure in the assignment, failure in
cific objectives. After an internship assignment the course, and further disciplinary action. When
has been confirmed, the student designs a list of appropriate, the student’s personnel dean will be
ministry objectives and personal objectives which informed. (Adapted with permission from the St.
he or she hopes to accomplish during the assign- Paul Bible College Handbook and the Student’s
ment. Supervision of the student before, during, Guide to Public Communication for the University
and after the internship is common to all intern- of South Carolina by William M. Strickland.)
ships. CIU SSM personnel work along with field
personnel to assure that the student receives Readmission
maximum benefit from the internship. Another If four or more consecutive semesters have
ingredient common to all internships is evaluation elapsed since enrollment, a student must com-
from a variety of sources. Three persons are pri- plete the full application procedure. If fewer than
marily engaged in the evaluation process: the field four consecutive semesters have elapsed, no
supervisor, the faculty supervisor, and the student. application procedure is necessary, but clearance
from the CIU SSM Admissions Office is required.
Various options for the time framework of an Students may contact the Admissions Office for
internship are available. These are listed and information on gaining clearance. If a student is
described in the Course Descriptions section not enrolled at CIU SSM for two consecutive
under “Internship.” semesters, degree requirements are based on the
catalog in effect at the time of readmission.
Plagiarism
CIU expects students to be honorable in all their Records and Privacy Rights
academic work. Students are to do and to be Records: The registrar maintains a cumulative
responsible for their own work. Dishonesty in permanent record for each student on a semester
assignments, examinations, written papers, or by semester basis, showing courses taken, cred-
other academic work is contrary to scriptural prin- its earned, grades received and grade points
ciples of Christian living and is an affront to fellow accumulated. The student has access to an
students and the faculty. Plagiarism occurs when online report on academic work at the end of
a student presents another person’s ideas or each semester. In addition, the faculty advisor
words as his or her own, or when a student inten- keeps a current record of progress toward com-
tionally or unintentionally fails to cite the source of pletion of the program.
his or her ideas. The following are specific exam-
ples of plagiarism: Student Assessment for Institutional
Improvement: In order for CIU SSM to assess
1. The words, sentences, ideas, conclusions, and improve its academic programs, periodic
examples, and/or organization of an assign- measurements of student perceptions and intel-
ment are borrowed from a source (e.g., a book, lectual growth must be obtained. A student may
an article, another student’s paper, tapes) with- be required to participate in one or more evalua-
out acknowledging the source. tive procedures, including examinations in general
2. A student submits work done by another stu- academic development and/or the major field of
dent — in part or in whole — in place of his or study. Data obtained through evaluative measure-
her own work. ments are pooled and used solely to improve the
3. A student submits assignments received from quality of the educational experience of future
the Internet, from commercial firms, or from any generations of students.
other person or group. Student Privacy Rights: The Family Educational
4. A student knowingly aids another student in Rights and Privacy Act (Buckley Amendment, with
plagiarizing an assignment as defined above. which Columbia International University fully com-
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assignment of transfer credit may not be complet- There are deadlines for adding, dropping, and
ed until the end of the student’s first semester of withdrawing from courses that are set to comply
study at CIU SSM. A copy of the transfer policy is with federal regulations. For detailed information,
available upon request from the CIU Registrar’s contact the Registrar’s Office, which publishes a
Office. Please contact the transcript facilitator in schedule of the dates for each term. Under
the Registrar’s Office for further assistance. exceptional circumstances a student may submit
a written request for an administrative or medical
After matriculation, transfer credits may be
withdrawal beyond the published dates.
applied toward a student’s curriculum only by
Information on those policies also is available
approval of the academic advisor.
from the Registrar’s Office.
Withdrawal from Courses Withdrawal from CIU SSM
In some cases, it may become necessary or In cases where it becomes necessary or advis-
advisable for students to drop courses for which able for a student to withdraw from school, it is
they have registered. Prior to the drop/add dead- the responsibility of the student to obtain a
line, the student should consult with his or her School Withdrawal form from the Registration
advisor before changing his or her schedule Office for processing. Failure to attend classes
online. After this date, the student must obtain a does not constitute withdrawal, and failure to fol-
Course Withdrawal form from the Registrar’s low withdrawal procedures will result in grades of
Office, complete the requested information, and “F” for all courses. Students withdrawing from
obtain all required signatures before submitting it school after the first five weeks of any semester
to the Registration Office for processing. Course (or after the first day of class in the case of Winter
withdrawal should be made as early as possible or Summer Studies courses) will receive a “WF”
in the semester. Note the tuition refund schedule for all courses unless the reason for withdrawing
for students withdrawing from a course (see is illness or some other serious circumstance
Detailed Schedule of Expenses). Students with- excused by the seminary dean. Note the tuition
drawing from a course after the first five weeks of refund schedule for students withdrawing from
any semester (or after the first day of class in the school.
case of Winter and Summer Studies courses) will
receive a “WF” on their transcript for the course,
except for a granted medical withdrawal or some
other serious circumstance excused by the
seminary dean. Students are responsible for
following established withdrawal procedures.
Failure to follow withdrawal procedures will
result in a grade of “F” for the course.
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Educational Opportunities
Winter and Summer Studies work or other reasons, and to engage in life-long
Columbia International University Seminary & learning after graduation. Students may earn up
School of Missions offers core and elective cours- to one-half of a Master of Arts degree and up to
es every year in intensive one- and two-week for- two-thirds of a Master of Divinity degree by taking
mats during January (Winter Studies) and one- online courses. The entire Biblical Ministry
and two-week formats from May to August Certificate is available in online course format.
(Summer Studies). The abbreviated format of
Online courses are offered primarily during the Fall
these sessions provides unique opportunities for
and Spring semesters, use a cohort model, and
students to accelerate degree completion and for
require at least five students to form a cohort.
those involved in ministry, missions, and other
They are 13 to 16 weeks in length, with assign-
vocations to fit continuing education into their
ments due every one to three weeks. Students
schedules.
may download the course syllabus, order materi-
Through these modular course offerings, CIU als from CIU’s online bookstore, and begin work-
SSM is able to bring outstanding leaders in vari- ing on a course up to two months before the
ous fields to the campus. In the more intimate course start date. Once students register for a
atmosphere of smaller classes, learning takes course, they have access to the CIU library for
place in a relationship close enough to get to research and can begin submitting assignments
know and be influenced by world-class special- electronically. The professors who facilitate online
ists. courses provide prompt feedback and encour-
agement beginning with the published start date
Students should be aware that a modular course,
and continuing throughout the duration of each
at the instructor’s discretion, may include pre-
course. Discussion forums and chats provide the
attendance and/or post-participation reading,
interactive experience of an online community. To
reflection, research, and evaluation. Two-week
take an online course, students must have a com-
courses typically include post-participation
puter with Internet access. Courses offered in
assignments; one-week courses typically include
online format are noted at the end of each course
both pre-attendance and post-participation
description in that section of this catalog. A com-
assignments. For dates of the next Winter and
plete list of online courses can be found at
Summer Studies terms, see the online academic
www.ciu.edu/distance.
calendar.
Degree Options
AccessCIU: Online On Purpose
CIU SSM makes it possible to earn any of the fol-
Access CIU is designed to help students pursue
lowing degrees by spending a maximum of four
their seminary education while remaining in their
weeks each year away from home:
current ministry or occupation. Through
AccessCIU, CIU SSM offers students both indi- Biblical Ministry Certificate
vidual online courses and the opportunity to earn Master of Arts (Theological Studies)
a degree using a combination of “high tech” Master of Divinity (Ministry Leadership)
online courses and “high touch” concentrated
classroom experiences. The curricular requirements for each degree are
those set out elsewhere in this catalog; it is the
Course Options delivery system that differs. Students travel to our
CIU SSM offers online courses that allow stu- Columbia campus or our Atlanta extension site in
dents to begin their seminary education without January and June to participate in two one-week
relocating, to accelerate their resident study by concentrated classroom experiences. Each class-
taking courses during time away from campus for room experience includes pre-class preparation
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and post-class practice using a variety of instruc- Baden-Württemberg. CIU-Korntal offers German
tional media. Between trips, students complete language programs and English language courses
online courses in their work or ministry setting. which are contextually attuned to the culture and
Throughout the year they engage in ministry skills context of German-speaking Europe. The campus
development projects and spiritual formation is a place of spiritual preparation and missiologi-
activities in the context of their home churches. cal study for all who wish to prepare for mission-
ary service, both in Germany and internationally.
The schedule set out in “Pursuing a Degree
Students enrolled at CIU-Korntal may earn the
through AccessCIU” is designed to optimize the
Biblical Ministry Certificate or the Master of Arts
academic year. Completing four intensive and
degree.
two online courses each year makes it possible
for a student to complete a Biblical Ministry CIU-Korntal began as a partnership between CIU
Certificate in 20 months, a Master of Arts in 40 and the Arbeitsgemeinschaft Evangelikaler
months, or a Master of Divinity in 60 months. In Missionen (AEM). In 1978 AEM launched a pro-
consultation with an academic advisor, however, gram of continuing education for missionaries
the student has the freedom to tailor a program of which matured, in 1985, into the Freie Hochschule
study to meet the circumstances of his/her family, für Mission (FHM). Shortly thereafter, a desire to
work, and ministry situation as long as the curric- offer university credit led to discussions exploring
ular and residence requirement for the degree are a partnership with CIU. In 1990, a credit-offering
met. program of FHM was recognized as an extension
site of CIU, and in 1994, CIU-Korntal was estab-
Additional details on the AccessCIU degree
lished as a fully accredited branch of Columbia
options, minimum computer hardware and soft-
International University. When the Akademie für
ware requirements, and answers to frequently
Weitmission Korntal (AWM) was founded as the
asked questions may be viewed at
successor to FHM in 2000, an integral aspect of
www.ciu.edu/aim.
AWM was continuation of the partnership agree-
Pursuing a Degree through AccessCIU ment with CIU.
A Typical Year Contact Information:
Summer Term (June through mid-August) Rector: Traugott Hopp
2 Concentrated classes (prepare at home; partici- Program Coordinator: Carmen Crouse
pate on campus; practice at home) CIU-Korntal
Fall Term (mid-August through early Postal Address:
December) Hindenburgstrasse 36
1 Online course (study from home as part of a D-70825 Korntal-Münchingen, Germany
cohort) Telephone: +49-711-83965-221
Winter Term (January and February) FAX: +49-711-838-0545
2 Concentrated classes (prepare at home; partici- E-mail: rhanscamp@awm-korntal.de
pate on campus; practice at home) Website: www.awm-korntal.de
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rooms, and access to both a full-service dining faculty mentoring, and independent study.
facility and a wellness center. Courses offered in
The Graduate School offers three master’s
Atlanta are scheduled to permit you to pursue a
degrees for those interested in working in
seminary degree through AccessCIU; they may be
Christian schools, missionary schools, internation-
applied to any degree offered by CIU SSM.
al schools overseas, and public schools in the
Students may earn up to one-half of a degree at
United States. The M.A.T. (Master of Arts in
the Atlanta site. Enrollment is open to anyone
Teaching) prepares students with no prior training
meeting CIU SSM admission requirements.
in teacher education for teaching responsibilities.
Detailed information about the Atlanta extension
Certification areas currently available are Early
site may be found at
Childhood Education and Elementary Education.
www.ciu.edu/seminary/atlanta.
The Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree provides
Other Educational Programs at CIU continuing education for school administrations
and current teachers. Tracks are available in
Undergraduate School
Educational Administration and Curriculum and
CIU’s Undergraduate School offers collegiate pro-
Instruction. The Master of Arts in Bible Teaching
grams leading to a one-year Bible certificate, two-
(M.A.B.T.) is also available.
year Associate of Arts degree, and four-year
bachelor’s degrees. All bachelor’s degree pro- The Master of Arts in Counseling (M.A.CNS) pro-
grams feature a Bible major with a professional gram is designed to produce well-qualified mental
major and/or minor. Programs include: Bible health counselors who integrate counseling
teaching, biblical languages, communications, research and skills with an understanding of bibli-
family and church education, general studies, cal and theological truth in corporate and private,
humanities, intercultural studies, music, pastoral Christian and secular settings. Throughout the
ministries, psychology, teaching English as a for- program, students build and strengthen a strong
eign language and youth ministry. biblical and theological base, focusing on biblical
studies, missions, evangelism, and discipleship.
The Undergraduate School is large enough to Into this biblical framework, students integrate
offer a complete range of academic studies and their psychological studies, including personality
extracurricular activities, yet small enough for a development, pathology, diagnosis, as well as
family atmosphere. Thirty percent of the students individual, marital, family, group and institutional
are married. An exceptional faculty ministers to treatment. Practicum and internship experiences
motivated students in an atmosphere of disci- allow students to implement and sharpen the
pline, dedication, and joy. skills they are learning.
Graduate School The purpose of the Master of Arts in Teaching
CIU’s Graduate School prepares students for pro- English as a Foreign Language and Intercultural
fessional positions in Christian para-church and Studies (M.A.TEFL/ICS) is to prepare professional
bi-vocational ministries with master’s degrees in teachers of English as a foreign language with the
education (including Bible teaching), clinical coun- knowledge and skills needed to teach in an effec-
seling, and teaching English as a foreign language tive, culturally sensitive way and to prepare gradu-
(TEFL). The Doctor of Education degree is also ates to take up leadership roles in the field of
offered. teaching English as a foreign language. The pro-
gram specifically prepares graduates for teaching
These programs bring together experienced facul- English in non-English speaking cultures. The pro-
ty, current professionals, and students from gram is designed for students with an undergrad-
around the world for classes that integrate profes- uate major in Bible (either from a Bible college or
sional practice into biblical vision and understand- a Christian liberal arts college). Interested stu-
ing with opportunities to address individual dents without this biblical foundation can fulfill this
professional needs through collegial interaction, requirement through the CIU SSM Biblical
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Admissions
Qualified applicants for Program 1 who intend to Natural Sciences: 3 semester hours
earn a degree are encouraged to declare a degree History: 6 semester hours
program when they enroll. It is possible to delay Speech: 3 semester hours
declaration of a degree program, but normally not
An applicant whose academic background does
beyond the beginning of the second semester of
not include any of these areas may be requested
the Biblical Ministry Certificate program. A Degree
to remove the deficiency as a condition for admis-
Change form (available outside the door of the
sion.
CIU SSM Dean’s Office — Schuster 140) is need-
ed when declaring or changing programs follow- In addition to the requirements listed above,
ing initial enrollment. Program 2 has other specific entrance require-
ments that must be met. (See Programs of Study.)
Who Should Apply?
The Seminary requires applicants to provide How to Apply:
evidence of: 1. Request an application packet from the
1. Conversion and development in Christian Admissions Office at (800) 777-2227 or P.O.
character, potential for effectiveness in Box 3122, Columbia, S.C. 29203, or from our
Christian ministry, submission to the will of website at www.ciu.edu/seminary. The
God, ability to do serious study, and willingness Admissions Office can assist you whether you
to accept the administration’s authority and intend to study full time or part time, on or off
guidelines. campus, including non-degree and special
student status.
2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited
institution. 2. Submit:
• An application and the $45 application fee
3. Ability to pursue successfully an academic pro- (non-refundable). If applying for the D.Min.
gram, normally a 2.5 GPA minimum in under- degree, the application fee is $50.
graduate study. (See “Probationary • Official transcripts from each post secondary
Acceptance” section below if you do not meet institution you have attended.
these standards.) A 3.0 GPA in undergraduate
• References from your pastor and two other
study is required to enter the Master of Arts in
persons on forms provided. Note that your
Pastoral Counseling Degree. references should mail the forms directly to
4. Effective use of English. When English is not a the Admissions Office.
student’s first language, a satisfactory score on • Instructions on other required items are pro-
the Test of English as a Foreign Language vided in the application packet.
(TOEFL) may be required. (See “International
3. Within 21 days from receipt of letter of accept-
Applicants” section, below.)
ance, confirm your intention to enroll by send-
5. An appropriate undergraduate background. The ing a $300 enrollment deposit and, if living on
best preparation for CIU SSM usually is a well- campus, a $100 security deposit. The enroll-
balanced undergraduate program that includes ment deposit is waived for the spouse of a
courses in the humanities and sciences. It is currently enrolled, full-time CIU SSM student.
helpful for undergraduate studies to include: 4. A medical form will be sent from the Health
English (grammar and composition): 6 semester Services Office after acceptance. Please note:
hours The completed form, including immunization
Philosophy: 3 semester hours verification and insurance information, must be
Social Sciences (especially psychology or received by health services before you may
sociology): 3 semester hours register for classes.
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Tuition: All tuition will be refunded to students reserved cannot be reassigned subsequent to
who withdraw from CIU SSM before classes registration, room rent does not fall under the
begin. Students who withdraw from CIU SSM schedule for refunds and cannot be refunded.
after classes begin or who reduce their course
Board: Board is billed for the semester at the time
load in such a way as to affect total tuition
of registration. If a student withdraws from CIU
charges for the semester will receive refunds
SSM, a full refund will be given for board beyond
according to the following schedule:
the week of withdrawal. Should the student owe
• Through the end of the registration period:
CIU SSM any money, the refund will be credited
100%
as a payment on his or her account.
• Through the second week of classes:
90% Music Lessons: Music lessons are regulated by
• Through the fourth week of classes: 50% the policies of other courses, so discontinuation
of music lessons must be processed as a
• Through the eighth week of classes:
dropped course. Music fees cannot be refunded
20%
after the close of the registration period.
• NO OTHER REFUNDS ARE PROVIDED
Veterans: If a veteran studying under Title 38
Students who withdraw totally or partially receive should withdraw, whether voluntarily or by dis-
tuition refunds based on the date of withdrawal. missal, refunds for tuition and other fees (except
On-campus students who reduce their loads to the registration fee) are made on a strict pro rata
fewer than nine semester hours may continue to basis. The registration fee is not refundable.
live on campus as space is available. Students
Financial Aid: In order to provide CIU scholar-
receiving financial aid must also check with
ships to as many eligible students as possible, all
Student Financial Services concerning refunds.
current CIU scholarships are forfeited when a stu-
Room Rent: Room rent is billed for the semester dent withdraws before the end of a term.
at the time of registration. Since room space once
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unsubsidized loan, the interest is the borrower’s • Have strong references from CIU alumni, partic-
responsibility from the time the loan is disbursed ularly those with whom they minister
until it is paid in full. For seminary students the • Demonstrate mission quality to the institution
annual subsidized limit is $8,500 and the overall • Demonstrate strong Christian character and
annual limit is $20,500. spiritual maturity
Federal Financial Aid – How to Apply Institutional Financial Aid - Eligibility
U.S. citizens and eligible non-citizens must submit Columbia International University has numerous
the FAFSA (usually by February 28). The FAFSA
scholarship and grant opportunities available to
and the CIU Scholarship Application become
qualified students. U.S. citizens and eligible non-
available online on January 2. Late applications
citizens must submit both the FAFSA and the CIU
will be accepted, but funds are awarded on a
Scholarship Application. International students
first-come, first-served basis. These applications
should contact the Office of Student Financial
are available online at http://www.ciu.edu/sem-
Services to obtain the necessary instructions
grad/ financialaid/process/.
related to the application process. These forms
Summer Students must be submitted each school year for the stu-
Although CIU does not offer regular scholarships dent to be considered for CIU grants and scholar-
during summer terms, students can be consid- ships for the next school year.
ered for Federal Loans. Seminary students must be enrolled for at least
nine hours to be eligible for CIU Scholarships and
International Students
Endowment Grant/Scholarships. Moreover, they
International students do not complete the
must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress
FAFSA. Instead, they should contact the Office of
and display excellent Christian character. These
Student Financial Services to obtain the neces-
grants and scholarships are only awarded during
sary instructions related to the application
the fall and spring semesters. CIU scholarship
process. International students seeking financial
aid should be aware that they are required by the awards are made to entering and continuing CIU
U.S. Federal Government to demonstrate they students. Award amounts are approximately
have the funds necessary to attend the university, $1,000 per semester. Approximately 40
prior to arriving in the United States. The U.S. Endowment Grants/Scholarships have been
Government has determined that, barring unfore- established by individuals, families, and institu-
seen circumstances, adequate funding should be tions that are deeply committed to God’s work
available from the same or equally dependable around the world and to the role that CIU plays in
sources for subsequent years of study. (U.S. training laborers for that work.
Federal code 22 CFR 41.61 (b)(ii).) Highest con-
Institutional Aid – How to Apply
sideration in awarding CIU financial aid to interna-
U.S. citizens and eligible non-citizens must submit
tional students will be given to those students
the FAFSA and the CIU Scholarship Application
who meet the following criteria:
(usually by February 28). These applications are
• Are pursuing their first CIU post-graduate available online at http://www.ciu.edu/semgrad/
degree (MA or higher) financialaid/process/. The submission of these
• Have a proven record of ministry effectiveness, two application forms by the deadline will ensure
especially in leadership positions the student full consideration for all federal state
• Explicitly affirm their intention to return home to aid, and most of the institutional aid, that CIU
engage in a specific ministry role for which awards. If any aid program requires a separate
“Western” theological education is a strategic application, a link to the required application will
advantage be provided on our website: http://www.ciu.edu/
• Receive endorsement and financial backing semgrad/financialaid/ciuaid. Click “Grants,”
from their supporting church and/or coordinat- Scholarships,” and “Donor Scholarships” to
ing mission agency review all award programs.
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Institutional Scholarships — Funding must be in the same course as his or her partner.
Requirements Guests do not take exams or participate in course
Specific conditions and qualifications may be assignments; participation in classroom discus-
required for individual scholarships and are noted sion is at the discretion of the professor. Course
accordingly. In addition to meeting the previously syllabi and other materials are not normally avail-
stated general requirements, all applicants must able. A Guest Pass must be obtained from the
also meet the following program requirements: Registrar’s Office.
• Be enrolled at least 9 hours during each semes-
The Partners in Ministry Scholarship
ter (including extension and distance education
This scholarship is available to the enrolled
classes)
spouse of a full-time, degree-seeking student in
• Be willing to provide an appropriate “thank you” either the undergraduate, graduate school, or
letter to scholarship donors seminary. Award amounts vary based on available
• Maintain a 2.0 grade point average funding. Contact Student Services for details.
• Not be in default on a federal student loan or
Private Foundations
owe money back to a federal grant program
Literally thousands of scholarships are offered
• Display excellent Christian character each year through private foundations and civic
CIU awards institutional financial aid on a first- organizations. The best resources available for
come, first-served basis, based on available fund- discovering these opportunities are the public
ing. All scholarships are subject to revision. library, the Internet, and college financial aid
offices. Students are encouraged to visit
CIU Grants and Scholarships http://www.ciu.edu/semgrad/financialaid/resource
Through the generosity of many friends and alum- s/ for links to scholarship search websites.
ni, CIU is able to make available grants and schol- Through your own diligence in seeking out possi-
arships. It is best to understand a grant as an bilities, God may choose to provide for you
entitlement that the student receives, possibly in through private foundations and organizations.
conjunction with other grants. Scholarships are
awarded based on the basis of specific criteria. Other Aid Sources
Students are eligible for any grant for which they Veteran’s Benefits
are qualified, but may receive only one scholar- If you are an eligible veteran, you are encouraged
ship. The Office of Student Financial Services to pursue the possibility of Veteran’s Education
works with the student to determine the best Benefits. You should contact your regional VA rep-
overall financial package for the student. For more resentative at (888) 442-4551 for information and
detailed information, please refer to the financial applications. Also visit the CIU veteran’s website
aid page on the CIU website: at http://www.ciu.edu/semgrad/financialaid/va/.
http://www.ciu.edu/semgrad/financialaid/ Review this page to learn how to apply your ben-
efits as a CIU student. Click VA FAQ to review
Spouse Tuition Benefits additional important information.
CIU is committed to the principle that training
both the wife and husband makes a stronger fam- Of Interest to Veterans
ily and ministry team. CIU has created two pro- This catalog contains valuable information, includ-
grams out of the institution’s commitment to that ing the following:
principle: the Guest Pass and the Partners in • The names of school governing body, officials,
Ministry Scholarship. and faculty
The Guest Pass • Calendar
The Guest Pass permits the spouse of a provi- • Entrance requirements
sional or fully admitted CIU student to attend • Receiving credit for prior education
courses at no charge on space-available basis • Grading system
with the permission of the professor. The spouse
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appeal might be approved, resulting in restored ly or completely, during the course of an enroll-
eligibility. A student who wishes appeal must ment period (semester or short term), policies
submit a letter to the Office of Student Financial have been established in accordance with federal
Services stating the reason for failing to meet regulations to ensure a fair and equitable refund
Satisfactory Academic Progress and whether or of tuition. Refund policies are subject to federal
not he or she has resolved the difficulties. This regulations and may change during the course of
letter must be submitted no later than two weeks a school year. Contact the Office of Student
from the date the Office of Student Financial Financial Services for a complete copy of the cur-
Services issues a notification of unsatisfactory rent refund policy.
progress.
Note to CIU Scholarship/Endowment Applicants:
Note to CIU Scholarship/Endowment In order to make CIU scholarships and endow-
Applicants ments available to as many eligible students as
In order to make CIU scholarships and endow- possible, all CIU scholarships and endowments
ments available to as many eligible students as are entirely forfeited when a recipient withdraws
possible, all CIU scholarships and endowments from CIU before the end of a term or drops below
are entirely forfeited when a recipient withdraws nine hours of enrollment. In such an event, CIU
from CIU before the end of a term or drops below scholarship and endowment recipients are
nine hours of enrollment. In such an event, CIU responsible for complete repayment of funds.
scholarship and endowment recipients are
responsible for complete repayment of funds. Student Rights Statement
Students attending schools that participate in fed-
Procedures eral student aid programs (Title IV programs) have
The Financial Aid Office will run a Satisfactory the right to notify the State Postsecondary Review
Academic Progress report in June. Notifying stu- Entity (SPRE) of complaints related to the institu-
dents of their unsatisfactory progress early in the tion’s management of the Title IV programs, or
summer may permit some students to make up regarding misleading or inappropriate advertising
courses during the summer. A probationary report and promotion of the institution’s educational pro-
will be run in January so that the Office of Student grams, or other complaints about the institution.
Financial Services can send letters to students Students must first complete the institution’s
warning them of potential unsatisfactory academ- internal grievance process. The SPRE may be
ic progress. contacted by telephone at (803) 737-2264, or by
mail at the following address: The S.C. SPRE
Financial Aid Refund Policy Complaint System, 1333 Main Street, Suite 200,
If a graduate or seminary student who is receiving Columbia, SC 29201.
financial aid withdraws from school, either partial-
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LEONARD & EDNA BROWN ENDOWED CLASS OF ’42 & ’43 ENDOWED
SCHOLARSHIP SCHOLARSHIP
(2 AWARDS @ APPROX. $800)
(2 AWARDS @ APPROX. $1100)
Awarding Criteria:
Awarding Criteria:
1. Demonstration of financial need by completion
1. Demonstration of financial need by completion
of the FAFSA.
of the FAFSA.
2. Preparing for full-time Christian vocation.
2. Preparing for a full-time Christian vocation.
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Student Life
Our primary goal for all members of Columbia SSM, faculty, staff, and students grow by interact-
International University Seminary & School of ing regularly with each other and with supervisors,
Missions community is to know God in an inti- family, and church friends. In addition to spiritual
mate way and to grow in that relationship, by the stimulus in class instruction, CIU SSM promotes
power of the Holy Spirit, becoming more like spiritual growth and personal development
Jesus Christ. through chapels, prayer days, field education, and
informal fellowship on the campus and in our
We believe the Bible is authoritative over our
homes.
teaching and life. Thus the lifestyle we promote is
grounded in the Bible. A rationale for our lifestyle Community Standards
standards is contained in regularly updated hand- CIU’s biblical and ministry standards reflect our
books for students, staff and faculty. commitment to live with one another in Christian
community as we grow more like Christ. Some of
Growth in Community:
our standards may not apply to Christians in all
Although the Bible commands the individual
cultures, but we believe they represent a thought-
believer to “put off the old life” and to “put on
ful application of Scripture and godly wisdom to
Christ,” spiritual growth takes place best within a
our culture, our community setting, and our insti-
community of believers committed to one another
tutional purpose. All CIU faculty, staff, and stu-
in love. Growth is nurtured through instruction,
dents — the entire CIU community — commit to
modeling, accountability, encouragement and
comply with our standards, including any with
community standards. The entire CIU SSM expe-
which they disagree. Following is a general sum-
rience is intended to achieve the goal expressed
mary of biblical and ministry standards at CIU:
in our school motto, “to know Him and to make
Him known.” As members of a Christian commu- We want students to place high priority on pursu-
nity, we are responsible to each other and for ing personal godliness. A significant time of daily
each other. “Loving one another” is expressed in fellowship with the Lord in prayer and meditation
many ways. We love when we serve each other in on the Word is essential for all believers. At least
humility, gentleness and genuine concern. We five times a week, students are expected to set
love when we lift up those who are burdened, aside half an hour or more for a personal time
struggling, or fallen. How we fulfill our ministry to with the Lord.
one another in love will depend on our personal
Regular chapel services and days of prayer pro-
maturity, spiritual gifts, available resources, and
vide opportunity for inspiration, fellowship and
the depth of relationships we establish.
spiritual growth. Typically, the entire CIU commu-
Spiritual growth is fostered through relationships nity meets together, although occasionally SSM
marked by trust and grace. Thus, we need to cul- and Graduate School faculty and students meet
tivate Christian friendships in which we are free to separately from those in the Undergraduate
disclose with increasing transparency our needs, School. If a student is enrolled for more than six
weaknesses, fears and failures. We also need to credit hours, chapel attendance is required.
accept those responsibilities that come with trust
Students are expected to be members of a local
— humility, caring concern, and commitment to
church, either in their home area or in Columbia.
our friends’ welfare and growth. This mutuality in
Even students who choose to retain membership
ministry is an invaluable stimulus to personal
in a church at home need a church home in the
growth. It also is vitally important to effectiveness
Columbia area. Active participation in the church’s
in ministry.
life and ministries, including regular Sunday atten-
Personal growth also is nurtured by full participa- dance, should be pursued except when in conflict
tion in the larger Christian community. At CIU with an internship assignment.
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CIU SSM recognizes Sunday as a special day of The president of the university reports to the
rest, worship, and service to the Lord, a day dis- Board of Trustees and is responsible for the
tinct from other days of the week. On the Lord’s organization and administration of the school.
Day, members of our community abstain from
Scriptural Commands and Clear Teaching
work (except works of mercy) and from academic
The God revealed in the Bible desires to trans-
study.
form, illumine, and empower both faculty and stu-
Unless engaged or married, students are to refrain dents. He is the source of all authority and has
from physical, romantic expressions of affection. power to transform His children into the image of
Jesus Christ; He is the one who changes our lives
The use of alcohol, tobacco, hallucinogenic drugs,
in community.
and other narcotics is not permitted (except when
prescribed by a doctor), nor is any form of Scripture teaches that certain attributes are avail-
gambling. able to individuals through the Holy Spirit. These
attributes include love, joy, peace, patience, kind-
Cinema or theater attendance and television or
ness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-
video viewing must not violate biblical standards
control. “Against such things there is no law.”
of purity and worthiness.
(Galatians 5:22-24 NIV). This “fruit of the Spirit” is
A full explanation of our standards is published in to be sought, encouraged, and demonstrated in
our student handbook. Students receive the stu- our relationships.
dent handbook during orientation, but a copy is
In contrast to encouraging these positive attrib-
available earlier upon request.
utes of the heart, Scripture condemns attitudes
We encourage students to examine the biblical such as greed, jealousy, pride, lust, and hatred.
foundations of our standards and invite them to Although these attitudes are sometimes difficult to
interact freely with faculty members and Student discern, they can hinder relationships with God
Life personnel regarding issues of purpose and and others and lead to unacceptable behavior.
application. Through instruction, example, reflec- Certain behaviors are expressly prohibited in
tion, discipline, and interaction, we encourage Scripture and therefore are to be avoided by
students to develop a biblical and Christ-pleasing members of the University community. They
lifestyle of their own. Nevertheless, our lifestyle include theft, gambling, lying, dishonesty, gossip,
standards are an important part of learning and slander, backbiting, profanity, vulgarity (including
growth at CIU SSM; as a community, we embrace crude language), sexual promiscuity (including
them as an expression of our submission to the adultery, homosexual behavior, premarital sex,
lordship of Jesus Christ. and pornography), drunkenness, immodest attire,
and occult practice.
Serious violations of our community standards are
addressed by the Student Life Department. The Scriptural Principles Contextually
offending student will be counseled and may be Applied at CIU
assigned appropriate discipline. Specific discipli- Within the context of our educational mission and
nary measures are described in the student hand- cultural circumstances certain responsibilities rep-
book. Assessment takes into account the nature resent our attempt to apply clear scriptural princi-
of the problem, the student’s attitude, previous ples at CIU.
conduct, and length of enrollment at CIU SSM. These responsibilities, include, but are not limited
to:
Student Rights and Responsibilities
An Outline of Expectations: • The responsibility to participate actively in the
University’s life of prayer and faith:
Authority of the University
Although CIU exists for students, the Board of • To observe Sunday as a special day of rest,
Trustees, by charter and by-laws, is responsible worship, and service to the Lord. This obser-
for the educational programs and campus life. vance includes involvement in a local church
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and refraining from academic study and work, members of the University community are expect-
unless given permission, on Sundays; ed to uphold the laws of the local community, the
• To have a time of daily communion with the state of South Carolina, and the nation. Any
Lord in prayer and meditation on the Word alleged violations of federal, state, or local laws
with a focus on personal godliness, spiritual may be referred to the appropriate law enforce-
growth, right relationships with others, and ment officials and/or to the appropriate University
God’s direction for life; or judicial body.
• To attend chapel services for worship, inspira- University Practices
tion, fellowship, spiritual growth, and the dis- In addition to subscribing to biblical expectations,
semination of community information; members of the University community intentional-
• To attend Prayer Days each semester for ly commit themselves to following the University’s
corporate prayer; institutional standards of behavior. This commit-
• The responsibility to practice complete honesty ment reflects the conviction that these standards
in connection with course work, interpersonal serve the good of the individual, the community,
relationships, and daily activity in every setting: and the institution.
• To acknowledge the source of words, sen- For further explanation of the implications of these
tences, ideas, conclusions, examples, and/or responsibilities, please refer to the Columbia
organization of an assignment that are bor- International University Standards and Lifestyle
rowed from a book, an article, another stu- Expectations.
dent’s paper, tapes, other sources;
• To use only legally authorized duplication Academic Responsibilities
and/or distribution sources for music and The faculty has the responsibility to inspire, devel-
movies. op, and equip students for lifelong pursuit of God
• The responsibility to uphold a level of behavior and servant leadership in His global cause.
consistent with the University’s model of training Students have the responsibility to embrace,
for Christian servanthood and leadership: inquire, and refine their knowledge, critical think-
• To take care of body, mind, and soul through ing processes, skills, and talents for service to
proper nutrition, adequate sleep, regular exer- God and others. Most importantly, we expect God
cise, and abstention from harmful practices to participate in the learning process. His role is to
such as the use of tobacco and illegal drugs; transform and illumine the minds of both students
and teachers and to empower all for a life of god-
• To maintain biblical principles of truth, honor,
liness and service.
and purity with regard to visual and listening
choices such as movies, music, Internet, Academic responsibilities include, but are not
computer games and blogging; limited to:
• To limit behaviors that may cause offense or • The responsibility to share with the faculty in the
moral failure, such as restricting expressions maintenance of the integrity of scholarship,
of physical affection to what is appropriate for grades, and academic standards.
the level of commitment of the relationship • The responsibility to learn the content of a
and refraining from social dancing and drink- course of study according to standards of
ing of alcoholic beverages. academic performance established by the
For further explanation of the implications of these University and the faculty member for each
responsibilities, please refer to the Columbia course she/he takes.
International University Standards and Lifestyle • The responsibility to promote by words, attitude,
Expectations. and actions a classroom atmosphere that is
conducive to the teaching and learning process
The University and the Law for all concerned and to respect the standards
In keeping with scriptural admonitions to bring of conduct established by the University and
ourselves under the authority of government, each faculty member.
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• The responsibility for class attendance and to • The right to full disclosure of all expenses per
submit all class assignments (e.g. examinations, semester prior to becoming financially obligated
tests, projects, reports), by scheduled due dates to the institution.
or accept penalties. If any problem arises • The right of access to campus crime statistics.
regarding course work or attendance, the stu-
• The right to data on advancement, retention,
dent will be responsible for initiating contact
and graduation ratios.
with the instructor.
• The responsibility for meeting degree require- • The right to own intellectual property created in
ments as provided in the University catalog. fulfillment of coursework unless specified other-
wise in writing. All revenue generated or com-
• The responsibility to register, “add,” and/or pensation awarded through such intellectual
“drop” courses in a timely manner to ensure property belongs to the owner.
that others will have an opportunity to take
courses. The student is responsible to follow the Privacy
University guidelines if he/she desires an incom- • The right to prevent disclosure of directory infor-
plete or needs to withdraw from the University. mation or educational records to a third party.
• The right to seek amendment of educational
• The responsibility for the financial cost of
records.
attending the University.
Voice
Basic Rights of Students • The right to be heard with regard to the formula-
Students enrolled at the University enjoy certain tion and improvement of educational programs,
rights, including, but not limited to: policies, and services.
Access • The right to organize, to assemble, and to
• The right to access the programs and services express opinions, subject to established proce-
of the University without regard to color, gender, dures.
race, disability, or national/ethnic origin.
Judicial
• The right to receive counsel regarding financial • The right to know, in person when possible, the
aid sources and implications of student debt charges made against him/her in any discipli-
repayment prior to incurring financial obligation nary procedure.
to the institution.
• The right to expect that two or more witnesses
• The right to withdraw without obligation within a and/or corroborating evidence support any
time frame published by the University. accusation.
Appeal • The right to an appeal process if a student dis-
• The right to appeal decisions involving judicial agrees with disciplinary measures assigned by a
or administrative action. representative of the University.
• The right to appeal decisions involving grades. • The right to request that a neutral party be pres-
• The right to seek exceptions to program ent at appeal meetings as an advocate. This
requirements or academic policies by petition. person must be a member of the University’s
Information Student Senate and is present only to assist the
• The right to inspect and review educational student in presenting his/her case or testimony,
records except where a student has waived not to serve in a role defending the student’s
such rights or where access is prohibited by the actions.
Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of
Complaints
1974.
• The right to bring formal complaints against the
• The right to receive a syllabus for each course University and, if not resolved through the nor-
which states the goals of the course, the mal channels, to register a complaint with the
requirements which must be met, the system of University’s accrediting agencies.
grading, and the attendance policy.
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• The right to file a formal complaint of discrimi- • The appropriate division (Higher Education, Ben
nation on the basis of disability with the Office Lippen School, or Broadcasting) will handle stu-
of Civil Rights (OCR) in the U.S. Department of dent complaints and grievances as quickly and
Education. as fairly as possible.
• The right to notify the State Postsecondary • Anonymous complaints and grievances will not
Review Entity (SPRE) of complaints related to be addressed formally.
the University’s management of the Title IV pro- • There will be no adverse effect on or retaliation
grams, or regarding misleading or inappropriate against either a student who, in good faith voic-
advertising and promotion of the University’s es a compliant/grievance or against any person
educational programs, or other complaints who, in good faith, provides information regard-
about the institution. ing a complaint/grievance.
Policies and procedures governing the above • Written grievances will receive written responses
responsibilities and rights appear in various within 30 days and will be kept on file in the
University publications. Revisions may be made to appropriate office.
such policies and procedures and shall become
effective following dissemination or update. Academic Grievance Procedures
If a student has a concern about an academic
Student Discipline matter, the following process should be followed:
When Student Life personnel must address mat-
Step 1:
ters of student conduct requiring discipline, it is
In keeping with the Matthew 18 principle, the stu-
done with redemptive intent. Assessment takes
dent should discuss the matter with the faculty
into account the nature of the problem and the
member involved. Faculty will listen to concerns
student’s attitude, previous conduct, and length of
or questions and, when deemed appropriate,
enrollment at CIU. Students are offered opportuni-
amend decisions.
ties to grow through counseling and/or logical or
natural consequences. The ultimate goal is After this discussion if the student feels that one
restoration of healthy relationships with God, of the following reasons applies, Step 2 of the
other individuals, and their community. The appeal process may be taken:
Student Handbook lists some of these avenues. • The decision rendered was not supported by
sufficient evidence. (i.e., expectations in the
Student Complaints & Grievance Policy class syllabus)
CIU provides a process for students to voice
• The academic consequence is more severe
complaints and file formal grievances when they
than called for by the situation.
are dissatisfied with a university service or policy
or an action by a university employee. The • A stated university policy has been misapplied.
process aims to be constructive and positive in Step 2:
resolving differences. Within three days of receiving an answer from the
This Student Complaints and Grievance Policy faculty member, a letter of appeal should be deliv-
covers academic and non-academic matters ered to the student program director.* If the pro-
except in areas where formal policies and proce- gram director* is the faculty member involved,
dures take precedence. (Such formal policies and Step 3 should be taken.
procedures are listed in the student handbook The letter of appeal should outline the concern,
and academic catalogs.) describe the steps taken and the answer given,
General Principles: and provide an explanation of why one of the
• Whenever possible and in a timely fashion, a above stated reasons can be applied to the situa-
student should voice a complaint informally with tion. The program director* will call a meeting with
the faculty member, staff member, or other stu- both the student and the faculty member to dis-
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the appeal. If the student feels that the program General Grievance Procedures
director’s* decision does not correctly address the Step 1:
reason for the appeal as stated above, then Step Following the Matthew 18 principle, if a student
3 should be taken. has a concern about a non-academic matter (e.g.
an issue with the business office, security, food
Step 3: service), the student should discuss the matter
Within three days of receiving a written decision with the individual or office involved. If a student
from the program director,* the student should believes Step 1 is untenable or inappropriate
deliver a letter of appeal to the academic dean given the situation, he or she may proceed to
who will direct the appeal to the Academic Step 2. This grievance procedure should not be
Grievance Committee. The letter will be given to followed in the case of a disciplinary appeal.
the committee chair and the matter will be pre- Please refer to the appeal process in the student
sented to the Academic Grievance Committee for handbook.
resolution. The committee is comprised of a mini-
mum of three program directors* or their After a discussion with the individual or office
designees. involved, if the student feels that one of the fol-
lowing reasons applies, Step 2 of this process
The student may request to be in attendance for may be taken:
the discussion of the issue to present a verbal
• the decision rendered was not supported by
statement and to answer questions. In addition,
sufficient evidence
the student may request a neutral observer (only)
who is a student at CIU to join them at this meet- • the consequence is more severe than called for
ing. Neither the student nor the observer will be by the situation
allowed to be present during the decision-making • a stated university policy has been misapplied
process. Following the appeal discussion and Step 2:
decision, the Academic Grievance Committee Once a student has addressed the individual or
chairman will provide a written response to the office involved, the student may direct a letter of
student outlining the decision. appeal to the next appropriate individual office.
An appeal of the grievance committee decision Please see Student Life for the appropriate con-
may be made to the academic dean only if there tact person regarding the appeal.
is evidence that the grievance procedures were
not followed, new evidence surfaced, or inappro- Step 3:
priate or disproportionate consequences were Student grievances or complaints about
imposed. This written appeal must be presented University procedures may be referred to the
to the academic dean within three days of receipt Student Senate for its consideration. The Student
of the written Grievance Committee decision. A Senate (comprised of executive officers and presi-
decision rendered by the dean shall be consid- dents/leaders of all student organizations) repre-
ered final. sents all CIU students and can make
recommendation to the CIU office involved. If this
A student has the right to register a complaint response still does not resolve the issue, or if the
with the university president and/or provost and Student Senate is not the appropriate venue for
then, if still deemed necessary, to accrediting the grievance, the appeal may continue in the fol-
agencies (i.e., ABHE, SACS) to whom CIU main- lowing order:
tains accountability.
Dean of Students, ext. 5234 (Student Center)
* In the Seminary & School of Missions, the stu- Vice President for Educational Affairs, ext. 5330
dent’s faculty advisor carries out the responsibil- (Schuster Building)
ities of the program director described in this President, ext. 5016 (Administration Building)
document.
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Paul’s prison epistles by helping you develop an This course provides you with a foundational
understanding of the historical background of his study of Biblical Aramaic. Initially, you will focus
ministry prior to writing the letters and helping you on mastering the basic grammatical and syntacti-
interpret each letter textually and contextually. cal aspects of Aramaic. You will then move to
Special emphasis will be given to the use of the reading from the Aramaic portions of Ezra and
Prison Epistles for teaching and preaching. Daniel. Prerequisite: HEB 5110 or equivalent.
BIB 6659 GRE 5110, 5111
Hebrews ............................................................(3) Greek 1 and 2: Beginning Grammar ..........3, 3)
In this course you will trace the orderly exposition Together, these courses introduce you to the
of the epistle to the Hebrews, with particular basic grammar and vocabulary of New Testament
attention given to the person and work of Christ Greek. Emphasis is placed on understanding
as high priest, the fulfillment of the Old Testament word formation and building vocabulary as a
in the new covenant, and the life of persevering foundation for developing reading proficiency.
faith of the Christian sojourner. Attention will be You will begin to read the Greek New Testament
given to the use of Hebrews for teaching and during these courses. (Also in online format.)
preaching.
GRE 6210
BIB 6680 Greek 3: From Exegesis to Exposition ..........(3)
Revelation ..........................................................(3) You will learn the skills needed to analyze Greek
All the themes of the Bible come together in the grammar and syntax, use exegetical tools and
last pages of Scripture. In this course you will methods, and prepare sermon/lesson outlines
examine the structure, historical occasion, biblical based on the New Testament text. The goal of
background, key theological concepts, and pres- course assignments is to prepare you for preach-
ent day significance of the book of Revelation. ing and teaching. Prerequisite: GRE 5111 or
Selected passages will be treated in detailed equivalent. (Also in online format.)
exegesis.
GRE 6307
BIB 6788 Greek 4: Exegesis and Exposition of Luke ....(3)
The Spirit World in Biblical Perspective ........(3) You will engage in advanced exegetical study of
This study introduces you to the biblical teaching the Gospel of Luke in the Greek text. Attention will
on the spirit world. You will focus on what the be given to strengthening skills in reading, transla-
texts of the Old and New Testaments teach on tion, grammatical analysis, and exegesis in the
spiritual warfare, angels, evil spirits, and the genres of narrative, parable, and apocalyptic liter-
power of God. ature in order to enrich understanding of the
book’s message. Course assignments include
BIB 6950
preparation and/or practice in communicating that
Faculty Directed Study in Bible ..................(1-3)
message. Prerequisite: GRE 6210 or equivalent.
A faculty member will direct your study as you
(Also in online format.)
participate in a seminar or pursue research in an
area of special interest. GRE 6325
Galatians ............................................................(3)
BIB 9950
You will engage in advanced exegetical study of
Doctoral Studies in Bible ............................(1-3)
Paul’s letter to the Galatians in the Greek text.
A faculty member will direct your study as you
Attention will be given to strengthening skills in
participate in a seminar or pursue research in an
reading, translation, grammatical analysis, and
area of special interest.
exegesis in order to enrich understanding of the
Biblical Languages book’s message. Course assignments include
preparation and/or practice in communicating that
ARM 6110 message. Prerequisite: GRE 6210 or equivalent.
Biblical Aramaic ................................................(3)
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ical foundations for communicating God's Word in explore ways of solving problems related to divi-
cross-cultural settings. You will examine the cul- sions in the Church. Special attention will be given
tural characteristics of various modes of commu- to church discipline, lawsuits among Christians,
nication in order to enable you to contextualize Christian marriage in non-Christian environments,
your presentation effectively. the celebration of the Lord’s Supper, spiritual gifts,
and the meaning of Christ’s resurrection.
BIB 6538
Old Testament Theology in Light of the BIB 6630
Psalms................................................................(3) Exegesis of 1 Peter ..........................................(3)
You will explore the origin, character, and histori- In this course you will engage in a study of 1
cal context of the Psalter. Special attention will be Peter with special focus on the historical back-
given to key theological themes, the relationship ground, themes and message, and theology of
of the Old Testament to the New, and the signifi- the letter, as well as its contribution to New
cance of biblical typology as a hermeneutical Testament theology and its practical application
principle. for Christian life and ministry.
BIB 6551 BIB 6639
Jeremiah ............................................................(3) Thessalonian Epistles ......................................(3)
In this course you will examine the times, person, In this in-depth study of Paul’s letters to the
and ministry of the prophet Jeremiah. You will Thessalonians, you will trace major concepts, per-
study selected texts exegetically and place them form word studies, develop synthetic charts, and
within a wider biblical-theological context. Special develop interpretive skills. Special attention will be
attention will be given to the tensions and afflic- given to the significance of the letters for Christian
tions which the prophet experienced and the conduct and ministry today.
divine grace which sustained him.
BIB 6640
BIB 6560 James ................................................................(3)
Messiah in the Old Testament ........................(3) In this exegetical study of James’ letter, you will
You will focus on the development of the concept explore the historical background, content, mes-
of the Messiah throughout the Old Testament by sage, and NT themes of the letter. You will also
pursuing exegetical studies within a broader examine practical application for your daily life
hermeneutical, historical, and theological frame- and for cross-cultural ministry.
work. The examination of relevant literature will
BIB 6649
help you develop your own approach to this
Pastoral Epistles ..............................................(3)
important exegetical-theological theme.
In this exegetical study you will set Paul’s pastoral
BIB 6609 letters against the background of apostolic times.
Luke ....................................................................(3) Special attention will be given to the way in which
Your study of Luke’s presentation of the life and Paul handled false doctrine, to the basic teaching
ministry of Jesus Christ will give special attention on leadership and church growth, and to the
to the genre and structure of the gospel, Luke’s application of the apostle’s teaching to contem-
use of the Old Testament, his understanding of porary situations.
salvation, the ethical implications of the gospel,
BIB 6680
and the meaning of Luke’s message for missions
Revelation ..........................................................(3)
and your personal life. Exegetical exercises will
All the themes of the Bible come together in the
help you develop your skills in interpreting and
last pages of Scripture. In this course you will
teaching texts from the synoptic gospels.
examine the structure, historical occasion, biblical
BIB 6620 background, key theological concepts, and pres-
First Corinthians ..............................................(3) ent day significance of the book of Revelation.
Through the exegesis of selected passages and Selected passages will be treated in detailed exe-
practical application of those passages, you will gesis.
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Integrative Research Project in Biblical
Theology ............................................................(3)
Under faculty supervision, you will design, imple-
ment, and evaluate learning goals in the context
of an integrative project and relevant literature
related to the discipline of Biblical Theology in
Global Perspective.
RES 7964
Integrative Research Project in Intercultural
Studies ..............................................................(3)
Under faculty supervision, you will design, imple-
ment, and evaluate learning goals in the context
of an integrative project and relevant literature
related to the discipline of Intercultural Studies.
RES 7965
Integrative Research Project in International
Theological Education ....................................(3)
Under faculty supervision, you will design, imple-
ment, and evaluate learning goals in the context
of an integrative project and relevant literature
related to the discipline of International
Theological Education.
RES 7966
Integrative Research Project in Missiology ..(3)
Under faculty supervision, you will design, imple-
ment, and evaluate learning goals in the context
of an integrative project and relevant literature
related to the discipline of Missiology.
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Mr. David C. Moreland, Treasurer Pastor, Christian Family Chapel V.P. for Corporate Planning
(1994) Robert C. Kallgren
Mr. Marquis J. Ryan
Ft. Myers, FL (1992) V.P. for Educational Affairs, Dean
Vice President, Shell Point Charlotte, NC Junias V. Venugopal
Dr. Russell L. French, Secretary President, Ryan, Geer & Company,
Associate Dean for Instruction and
(1996) PA
Programs
Knoxville, TN John D. Harvey
Mr. Harold F. Weaver
Professor, University of Tennessee
(1980) Associate Dean for Ministry Skills
Members of The Board: Columbia, SC Development
Mrs. Delaine P. Blackwell Financial Consultant Richard J. Higgins
(1995) Director of Doctor of Ministry
Irmo, SC Ex-Officio Member:
Program
Bible Teacher and Homemaker Dr. William H. Jones
Don Hamilton
President, CIU
Mr. W. Tobin Cassels III Dean of Students
(2008) Rick C. Swift
Columbia, SC President Emeritus:
President, Southeastern Freightlines Dr. J. Robertson McQuilkin Dean of Distance Education
Columbia, SC Ronald C. Kroll
Mrs. Lyn Striplin Cook
(2009) Director of University Recruitment
Emeritus Board Members:
Decatur, AL Dr. Hudson T. Armerding
& Relations
Secretary-Treasurer Michelle L. MacGregor
Quarryville, PA
Cook’s Pest Control, Inc. Director of University Admissions
Mr. Donald L. Bailey and Student Financial Services
Mr. Adrian T. Despres Jr.
Woodstock, GA Dan Griffin
(2001)
Columbia, SC Mrs. Betty Dent Director of Human Resources and
Evangelist, Kingdom Building Columbia, SC Placement
Ministries Donald E. Jones
Dr. Ian M. Hay
Dr. Hans W. Finzel Sebring, FL Director of Alumni Ministries
(1994) Roy M. King
Littleton, CO Dr. Crawford Loritts
President, WorldVenture Roswell, GA President Emeritus
Robertson McQuilkin
Mrs. Jennifer Gutwein Dr. John W. P. Oliver
(2007) Charlotte, NC
West Lafayette, IN
Attorney, Homemaker Mrs. Elizabeth Sessions
Lexington, SC
Dr. D. Gary Harlow
(2000) Dr. Paul R. Van Gorder
Bethlehem, PA East Point, GA
Professor, Lehigh University
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Michael C. Barnett Larry E. Dixon Canton, OH; Columbia International
Elmer V. Thompson Chair of Systematic Theology University Seminary & School of
Missionary Church Planting B.A., 1976, Northeastern Bible Missions, 1982.
Church Planting, Church History College; M.Div., 1979, Biblical
B.A., 1975, University of Houston; Seminary; M.Phil., 1982, Ph.D., John D. Harvey
M. Div., 1987, Southwestern Baptist 1985, Drew University; Columbia Associate Dean for Instruction and
Theological Seminary (SWBTS); International University Seminary & Programs
Ph.D., 1995, SWBTS; minister of School of Missions, 1997. New Testament, Greek
missions, 1987-89, Gambrell Street B.A./B. Architecture, 1974,
Baptist Church; international repre- Helmuth Egelkraut Syracuse University; M.Div., 1986,
sentative, 1989-2000, International Professor at Large Columbia Biblical Seminary &
Mission Board; Associate Professor, Biblical Theology, Missions Graduate School of Missions; Th.D.,
2000-03, assistant dean of evangel- Th.D., 1973, Princeton Theological 1997, Toronto School of Theology;
ism and mission, 2003-04, director Seminary; missionary, 1967-70 faculty assistant, 1986-88,
of world missions center, 2002-03, (Liebenzell Mission); faculty, 1973- Columbia Biblical Seminary; teach-
SWBTS. Columbia International 77, Missions seminar Bad ing assistant, 1989-91, Wycliffe
University Seminary & School of Liebenzell; dean, 1992-98, College (Toronto); teaching fellow,
Missions, 2004. Columbia International University 1991-92, Columbia Biblical
Seminary & School of Seminary. Interim dean, Columbia
Bryan E. Beyer Missions–Korntal; adjunct faculty, International University Seminary &
Old Testament, Hebrew 1998-present. Columbia School of Missions–Korntal, 1998-
B.A., Colorado State University; International University Seminary & 99. Columbia International
M.Div., Denver Seminary; Ph.D., School of Missions, 1992. University Seminary & School of
Hebrew Union College – Jewish Missions, 1992.
Institute of Religion; instructor, Robert W. Ferris
Denver Conservative Baptist Professor Emeritus Richard J. Higgins
Seminary, 1976-80; pastor, Jonah’s International Theological Associate Dean for Ministry Skills
Run Baptist Church, Harveysburg, Education, Intercultural Studies Development
OH, 1984-85; faculty, B.A., 1961, Wheaton College; M.A., Leadership, Discipleship
Undergraduate School, Columbia 1965, Wheaton Graduate School; B.A., 1976, University of Rochester;
International University, 1985-94; graduate studies, 1963-64, Gordon M.Ed., 1984, University of South
academic dean of the Divinity School; M.Div., 1965, Carolina; M.Div., 1991, D.Min.,
Undergraduate School, Columbia Denver Conservative Baptist 1994, Columbia Biblical Seminary &
International University, 1994-2001; Seminary; Ph.D., 1982, Michigan Graduate School of Missions; uni-
dean of students, Columbia State University; missionary, SEND versity registrar, 1984-92; adjunct
International University, 2001-2004; International, 1966-88, Philippines; faculty member, 1991-96; dean of
Columbia International University CBS Interim Dean, 2002-2003. CIU married students, 1992-96; associ-
Seminary & School of Missions Associate Provost, 2004-2007. ate dean for ministry skills develop-
since 2004. Columbia International University ment, Columbia International
Seminary & School of Missions, University Seminary & School of
David G. Cashin
Intercultural Studies, Muslim
1989. Missions, 1996.
Studies Donald L. Hamilton L. Igou Hodges
Ph.D., 1995, Stockholm University, Director, Doctor of Ministry Systematic Theology, Apologetics
Sweden; director of research, 1979- Program Ph.D., University of Edinburgh,
80, Samuel Zwemer Institute of Preaching, Pastoral Leadership Scotland, 1975; Th.M., Princeton
Islamic Studies, Pasadena, CA; fac- B.A., 1965, Malone College; M.Div., Theological Seminary, 1971; M.Div.,
ulty and seminar leader, 1991-95, 1968, Trinity Evangelical Divinity Trinity Evangelical Divinity School,
Orevoro Theological Seminary; School; D.Min., 1980, Bethel 1970; B.A., Columbia International
Columbia International University Theological Seminary; pastor, 1978- University, 1967.
Seminary & School of Missions. 82, Faith Community Church,
2001.
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Philip M. Steyne
Professor Emeritus
Global Studies, Intercultural
Studies
B.A., 1957, Roosevelt University;
M.Div., 1959, Northern Baptist
Theological Seminary; D.Miss.,
1974, Fuller School of World
Missions; missionary, 1961-75, The
Evangelical Alliance Mission; faculty,
1975-80, Philadelphia College of the
Bible; Columbia International
University Seminary & School of
Missions, 1980.
Junias Venugopal
Vice President for Educational
Affairs, Dean
Educational Ministries,
Intercultural Studies
B.E. (Hons), 1972 Birla Institute of
Technology and Science; M.B.A.,
1978, Cornell University; Th.M.,
1984, Dallas Theological Seminary;
Ph.D., 1997, Trinity Evangelical
Divinity School. 1986-2003, Help for
Christian Nationals; 2000-2003, fac-
ulty, International School of
Theology—Asia, 2000-2003, dean,
Asia Graduate School of
Theology—Philippines. Columbia
International University Seminary &
School of Missions, 2003.
Klaus Wetzel
Missions, Church History
M.S., Math; M.Ed. Secondary
Education, 1976, University of
Frankfurt; D.Th, 1982, University of
Mainz; missionary, WEC-
International, 1984-93, Germany
and Indonesia; Columbia
International University Seminary &
School of Missions—Korntal, 1993.
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Adjunct Faculty
Tom Barbian Hans Finzel counselor; licensed marriage and
Pastoral Counseling Leadership family Therapist; licensed clinical
Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, D.Miss., Fuller School of supervisor.
Cambridge Graduate School of Intercultural Studies; Th.M., Dallas
Seminary; B.A., Columbia Jürgen Kuberski
Psychology, 1991; executive direc-
International University; CEO, Missions and New Testament
tor, Christian Counseling Center,
author, consultant. Academy for World Mission, Korntal
First Presbyterian Church, Columbia,
Ph.D., Evangelische Theologische
SC, licensed professional counselor.
Laura Mae Gardner Faculteit, Leuven, Belgium, 1993;
Paul Borthwick Member Care M.Div. equiv., Staatsunabhangige
Missions D.Min. (Missions and Counseling), Theologische Hochschule, Basel,
D.Min. (Missions and Cross-Cultural Denver Seminary, 1984; M.A. in Switzerland, 1985; Church Planter;
Studies), Gordon-Conwell Counseling, Denver Seminary, 1982; Missionary to Japan; Missions
Theological Seminary, 2007; M.Div., B.A. (Psychology), Rockmont Pastor.
Gordon-Conwell Theological College, 1977; B.A. (Religious
Andreas Kusch
Seminary, 1980; B.A., University of Education), Prairie Bible College,
Transformative Development
Massachusetts (Amherst), 1976 1990
Praxis, Academy for World
Joel Comiskey Richard B. Hodges Mission, Korntal
Church Planting Church History Ph.D. Hohenheim, Germany, 1993;
Ph.D., Fuller Theological Seminary, M.Div., 1984, Columbia Biblical M.A. equiv., University of Kiel,
1997; M. Div. equiv., Columbia Seminary & Graduate School of Germany, 1988; Missionary to
Biblical Seminary & Graduate Missions; pastor, Salem Indonesia.
School of Missions, 1990; M.A. Presbyterian Church (PCA), Blair, Patrick Lai
Fuller School of World Mission, SC. Muslim Studies
1990; M.A., Alliance Theological
Ph.D., 2006, Chinese University of
Seminary, 1984; B.A, Prairie Bible Nabeel T. Jabbour
Hong Kong; 2004, Asian Graduate
Institute, 1982; missionary; church Muslim Studies
School of Theology; M.Div., 1982,
planter; author. D.Th., 1991, University of South
Trinity Evangelical Divinity School,
Africa; international missions con-
Carmen Crouse B.S., 1979, University of Oregon;
sultant, The Navigators.
Director of Academic Programs, author, lecturer, businessman.
Academy for World Mission, Lawson Lau
Donald McCurry
Korntal International Student Ministry
Muslim Studies
M.A., Columbia Biblical Seminary & Ph.D., University of Illinois at D.Miss., Fuller Theological
School of Missions, 1996; B.A. Urbana-Champaign, 1992; M.A., Seminary; M.Ed., Temple University,
equiv., Freie Hochschule für Wheaton College Graduate School, M.Div., Pittsburgh-Xenia Theological
Mission, Korntal, Germany, 1994. 1983; B.A., Wheaton College, 1981 Seminary; B.S., University of
William F. Davidson Maryland; missionary, author, edu-
Church History Lothar Käser cator.
Th.D., New Orleans Baptist Anthropology, Academy for World
Mission, Korntal Robertson McQuilkin
Theological Seminary, 1972; B.D.
Ph.D., 1977, University of Freiburg; Ministry
Northern Baptist Theological
missionary, Liebenzell Mission, BA, 1947, Columbia International
Seminary, 1962; B.A. Peabody
1969-74, Micronesia. Columbia University; M.Div., 1950, Fuller
College for Teachers, 1959. Theological Seminary; president
International University Seminary &
William Paul Dieckmann School of Missions — Korntal, emeritus, CIU; missionary, author
Church Planting 1992. and conference speaker.
M.A. of Religious Education,
Southern Baptist Theological Charles Koestline Scott Moreau
Seminary, 1982; Director of Church Pastoral Counseling Missions
Development, Columbia Metro M.A. (Clinical Psychology), Miami D.Miss., 1986, Trinity Evangelical
Baptist Association, Columbia, SC. University. Licensed professional Divinity School; M.Div. (Missions),
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