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ADMISSIONS DEPARTMENT

HOURS
8:00 am – 12:00 pm EST
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm EST

PHONE
585-582-8260

EMAIL
admissions@elim.edu

FAX
585-582-8130

Earn your Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from the comfort of your own home.

EBIC offers the following programs online: Launch Certificate, A.A.S. in Biblical and Theological Studies, B.S. in Theology, and B.S. in Business Management. Students can also enroll in online classes without being admitted to a program. It is a great way to strengthen the spiritual foundation in your life and increase Bible knowledge without having to relocate or majorly adjust your schedule. Online courses are also an excellent way to preview the Elim experience.

Alumni, contact our admissions office at 585.582.8260 or admissions@elim.edu to discuss how you might fulfill your goals of completing your degree. Online courses are currently not available to International students and residents of California.

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VIRTUAL LIVE CLASSES

Virtual live classes are an easy way to join a live classroom session. By utilizing a simple webcam and a solid internet connection, you can log in from your home and virtually join the EBIC residential students on campus. The professor simultaneously teaches a physical and virtual class. This means that online students have to attend the class in real-time as if they were actually on campus. If a class is held at 8:00 am on Mon/Wed/Fri, the student must log in at that time. Attendance and class participation is essential. Virtual online students are required to fulfill the same class assignments as residential students for that class.

PLEASE NOTE: Some Virtual Live classes are very popular and might not be available to on-line students. Full-time residential students have precedence, enrollment for part-time students is done based on a first-come-first-serve basis as seats are available with a maximum of 40 students per class. Federal Financial Aid might be available contingent on the student’s eligibility and enrollment.

ASYNCHRONOUS DISTANCE EDUCATION (STANDARD MODE)

Asynchronous distance education classes provide an opportunity to learn without changing your location and give students the ability to access instruction at separate times. Objectives and assignments are well defined in advance. Regular and substantial communication with the professor and other classmates is required, however, there are no preset times to connect online. This format allows you to complete your work by the due date when it best fits your schedule.

REQUIRED

  • Based on the mode of study, students are required to complete the appropriate orientation. Refer to the Online Enrollment policy in the Policy Manual.
  • Online Education students must confirm their enrollment by participating in their classes by the end of the first week of each semester. Failure to participate may result in withdrawal from the class.

AVAILABLE TRAINING

Computer Based Workshops:

  • Most Common Errors in Writing
  • APA Style Guide
  • Avoiding Plagiarism
  • Writing Research Papers
  • Populi (our college management system) Overview and Usage
  • Using Zoom

Online Resources:

  • EBSCO
  • Library Guidelines
  • OADTL (Open Access Digital Theological Library)
  • ProQuest

ADMISSIONS REQIREMENTS:

  • Applicants must have received a minimum High School GPA of 2.5
    • If the applicant’s cumulative High School GPA is lower than 2.5, they may be asked to first enroll as an undeclared student. If the applicant passes at least one EBIC class as an undeclared student with a minimum GPA of 1.7, they may be reconsidered for a degree- or certificate-granting program.
  • Applicants must be clearly connected to one local church, through regular attendance, for a minimum of one year. A reference from the Senior Pastor or other church leader will be required.
  • Computer literacy is also required of all distance education students. A Webcam and a solid WiFi connection are a must.

PLEASE NOTE: Visit the Admissions Information section in the Academic Catalog for other admissions requirements and non-discrimination policy.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

  1. Completion of all program specific requirements (including internship) as outlined in the chosen program’s section.
  2. Faithful attendance at a local church (Pastor’s confirmation letter may be required).
  3. Fulfillment of student ministries (per program requirement – refer to Student Ministry Program section of the Academic Catalog) under the supervision of the respective church/ministry leader, followed by that leader’s review at the end of each semester.
  4. Completion of an exit counseling session if you are a borrower of federal loans.

PLEASE NOTE: A certificate, degree, or transcripts will not be released until all financial obligations to Elim Bible Institute and College are met.

ONLINE EDUCATION RECOMMENDED SCHEDULE

Fall Semester
 Launch Track Elective3 credits
BIBL1023New Testament Literature3 credits
PSYC1013Marriage and the Family3 credits
THEO1033Theology I3 credits
THEO2043Evangelism in a Postmodern World3 credits
EDUC1021College Success^1 credits
Term credit total:16 credits
Spring Semester
 Launch Track Elective3 credits
BIBL1013Old Testament Literature3 credits
PRTH1013Foundations for Life3 credits
THEO1013Hermeneutics3 credits
ENGL1013College Composition3 credits
Term credit total:15 credits
Summer Semester
INTP1033Primary Internship3 credits
Term credit total:3 credits

*This requirement might be waived based on the student’s prior experience.

Freshmen Year – Fall Semester
BIBL1023New Testament Literature3 credits
PSYC1013Marriage and the Family3 credits
PHIL1013Christian Worldview and Ethics3 credits
ENGL1013College Composition3 credits
THEO1033Theology I3 credits
EDUC1021College Success^1 credit
Term credit total:16 credits
Freshmen Year – Spring Semester
BIBL1013Old Testament Literature3 credits
PRTH1013Foundations for Life3 credits
THEO1013Hermeneutics3 credits
ENGL1033Advanced Writing3 credits
THEO1043Theology II3 credits
Term credit total:15 credits
Summer Semester
INTP1033Primary Internship3 credits
INTD2011Degree Internship1 credit
Term credit total:4 credits
Sophomore Year – Fall Semester
BIBL2013Romans and Galatians3 credits
THEO2043Evangelism in a Postmodern World3 credits
HIST2023History of Ancient Israel3 credits
THEO2033Theology III3 credits
BIBL####BIBL Elective*3 credits
Term credit total:15 credits
Sophomore Year – Spring Semester
COMM2013Public Speaking and Preaching I3 credits
HIST2013History of the Christian Church3 credits
PHIL2023Apologetics I3 credits
BIBL####BIBL Elective*3 credits
NSMA####Mathematics/Natural Science Elective3 credits
Term credit total:15 credits
*Bible Electives – Fall Semester
BIBL2013Romans and Galatians3 credits
BIBL2033Synoptic Gospels3 credits
BIBL2043John’s Writings3 credits
*Bible Electives – Spring Semester
BIBL4063Book of Hebrews3 credits
BIBL2053Acts and Paul’s Letters3 credits

^This requirement might be waived based on the student’s prior experience.

Freshmen Year – Fall Semester
BIBL1023New Testament Literature3 credits
PSYC1013Marriage and the Family3 credits
PHIL1013Christian Worldview and Ethics3 credits
ENGL1013College Composition3 credits
THEO1033Theology I3 credits
EDUC1021College Success^1 credit
Term credit total:16 credits
Freshmen Year – Spring Semester
BIBL1013Old Testament Literature3 credits
PRTH1013Foundations for Life3 credits
THEO1013Hermeneutics3 credits
ENGL1033Advanced Writing**3 credits
THEO1043Theology II**3 credits
Term credit total:15 credits
Freshmen Year – Summer Semester
INTP1033Primary Internship3 credits
Term credit total:3 credits
Sophomore Year – Fall Semester
BIBL2013Romans and Galatians3 credits
THEO2043Evangelism in a Postmodern World3 credits
HIST2023History of Ancient Israel3 credits
THEO2033Theology III3 credits
NSMA####Mathematics/Natural Science Elective3 credits
Term credit total:15 credits
Sophomore Year – Spring Semester
COMM2013Public Speaking and Preaching I3 credits
HIST2013History of the Christian Church3 credits
PHIL2023Apologetics I3 credits
 General Elective3 credits
NSMA####Mathematics/Natural Science Elective3 credits
Term credit total:15 credits
Sophomore Year – Summer Semester
INTD2011Degree Internship1 credit
Term credit total:1 credit
Junior Year – Fall Semester
MUSC3053Philosophy of Christian Music3 credit
COMM3023Public Speaking and Preaching II**3 credits
THEO3043Theology IV**3 credits
 BIBL Elective3 credits
 Concentration Elective3 credits
Term credit total:15 credits
Junior Year – Spring Semester
PHIL3033Apologetics II**3 credits
BIBL3033Hebrew Poetry and Wisdom Literature3 credits
THEO4053Theology V**3 credits
 BIBL Elective3 credits
 Concentration Elective3 credits
Term credit total:15 credits
Senior Year – Fall Semester
THEO4063Theology VI**3 credit
 General Elective3 credits
 General Elective3 credits
 Concentration Elective3 credits
HUMN####Elementary Language Elective3 credits
Term credit total:15 credits
Senior Year – Spring Semester
BIBL1013Capstone3 credits
PRTH3043 / THEO4073 / BIBL####Spiritual Formation: RTF / Advanced Theology / 400-Level Bible Elective3 credits
 Concentration Elective3 credits
HUMN####Intermediate Language Elective3 credits
Term credit total:12 credits

^This requirement might be waived based on the student’s prior experience.

**Please refer to the Degree Plan in the Academic Catalog for prerequisites.

Freshmen Year – Fall Semester
BIBL1023New Testament Literature3 credits
PHIL1013Christian Worldview and Ethics3 credits
PSYC1033Crossroads: Life Coaching (On Campus Only)3 credits
ENGL1013College Composition3 credits
PHIL1213Business Ethics3 credits
EDUC1021College Success^1 credit
Term credit total:16 credits
Freshmen Year – Spring Semester
BIBL1013Old Testament Literature3 credits
ENGL1033Advanced Writing**3 credits
BABM1003Introduction to Business & Entrepreneurship3 credits
ECON1003Microeconomics3 credits
PHIL1313Leadership and Management Philosophy3 credits
Term credit total:15 credits
Sophomore Year – Fall Semester
THEO1033Theology I3 credit
PSYC1013Marriage and the Family3 credits
ECON2013Macroeconomics**3 credits
BABM2313Essentials of For-profit Accounting3 credits
BABM2403Principles of Marketing3 credits
Term credit total:15 credits
Sophomore Year – Spring Semester
COMM2013Public Speaking3 credits
PHIL2023Apologetics I3 credits
NSMA2103Computer Skills3 credits
NSMA2203Quantitative Analysis I3 credits
BABM2303Essentials of Nonprofit Accounting3 credits
Term credit total:15 credits
Junior Year – Fall Semester
THEO2033Theology III3 credit
BABM3103Business Law3 credits
BABM3203Principles of Finance3 credits
 Business Concentration Course*3 credits
 General Education Elective*3 credits
Term credit total:15 credits
Junior Year – Spring Semester
BABM3113Starting and Managing Nonprofit Organizations**3 credits
BABM3213Fundraising Development3 credits
 Business Concentration Course*3 credits
 General Education Elective*3 credits
THEO1013 / BIBL####Hermeneutics / Bible Elective3 credits
Term credit total:15 credits
Junior Year – Summer Semester
BABM4514Internship4 credits
Term credit total:4 credits
Senior Year – Fall Semester
BABM4153Strategic Planning3 credit
BABM####Business Elective3 credits
 Business Concentration Course*3 credits
 General Education Elective*3 credits
 Bible or Theology Elective3 credits
Term credit total:15 credits
Senior Year – Spring Semester
BABM4163Nonprofit Governance**3 credits
BABM4503College to Career3 credits
 Business Concentration Course*3 credits
 General Education Elective*3 credits
Term credit total:12 credits
Bible and Theology Electives – Fall Semester
BIBL2013Romans and Galatians3 credit
BIBL2033Synoptic Gospels3 credits
BIBL2043John’s Writings3 credits
THEO4053Theology V**3 credits
Bible and Theology Electives – Spring Semester
BIBL4063Book of Hebrews3 credit
BIBL2053Acts and Paul’s Letters3 credits
THEO1013Hermeneutics3 credits
THEO1043Theology II**3 credits
THEO3043Theology IV**3 credits
THEO4063Theology VI**3 credits

^This requirement might be waived based on the student’s prior experience.

**Please refer to the Degree Plan in the Academic Catalog for prerequisites.

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