Welcome to the Buffalo Campus of Elim Bible Institute.  We are an adult-learning satellite location of our main campus located in Lima, NY.  We offer students the opportunity to begin an education in a biblical studies program, with all courses fully credited and transferable for graduate diplomas.  Our Buffalo campus also offers a full reference library, a full-time director for course counseling, and opportunities for local ministry and internship placement.  Classes are offered at both our Orchard Park location and several local church settings.

Missions Statement

The mission of Elim Bible Institute is to glorify God and His Son, Jesus Christ, by assisting the Church to fulfill the mandate of the Great Commission to preach the gospel and make disciples of all the nations.  To this end we are committed to the task of preparing Christian leaders and workers for revival ministry worldwide who manifest the character of Christ and who minister in the supernatural power of the Holy Spirit.

PROGRAM OFFERINGS

Certificate in Biblical Studies: 30 credit hours

A well-rounded curriculum designed to give the student an understanding of the Word of God and the ability to set and pursue long-term goals, while assisting in the development of foundations for lifelong relationships.

Associate Diploma in Ministry: 60 credit hours

Students desiring more training in the study of the Word of God may consider this 60-hour curriculum.  It is designed to better prepare you for local church leadership.  Students complete the Certificate in Biblical Studies curriculum, then continue their studies by taking 30 additional units of class plus hands-on practical ministry intensive credits.

DIRECTED STUDIES PROGRAM OPTION

Students in the EBIB Certificate in Biblical Studies and Diploma in Ministry students can take up to four DSP courses.

MINISTRY INTENSIVES

Supervised ministry designed to involve the student in hands-on training while attending classes will be made available every semester.  Ministry opportunities must be approved, and may be fulfilled by attending special meetings at Elim’s Lima campus, or through EBI connections with local churches, community outreaches, and missions trips.  Life experience equivalency credit, if approved, may be substituted for ministry intensive at the current rate per unit.

ELECTIVES

A variety of 1-unit courses will be taught on a rotating basis during the fall, spring, and summer semesters at various locations in the greater Buffalo area.  For a current listing of elective courses, contact the Buffalo office.