Faith is the Victory Life Christian Bible Institute

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Faith is the Victory

Life Christian

Bible Institute

STUDENT HANDBOOK

2010 - 2011

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COPYRIGHT NOTICES

Faith is the Victory Life Christian Bible Institute is authorized by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission. This authorization must be renewed each year and is based on an evaluation by minimum standards concerning quality of edu-cation, ethical business practices, health and safety, and fiscal responsibility.

International Copyright Law. Duplication forbidden without express written per-mission of the publisher.

Published by:

Life Christian Bible Institute 410 East Chapman Road Lutz, Florida 33549

For:

Faith Is the Victory

Life Christian Bible Institute 3344 Walton Lane

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Student Handbook Statement of Faith ...1 A Spirit-Filled Program ...4 Tuition ...8 Student Policies ...11 Academic Standards ...17 Graduation Requirements ...18 Campus Information ...19 Academic Calendar ...22 Student Forms

Student Application Process Student Application Form Payment Receipts

Ministry Practicum Activity Log Course List & Intent to Graduate Form

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AITH IS THE VICTORY B I B L E INSTITUTE considers the following

truths to be fundamental to an understanding of our relationship to the One True and Living God.

▼ _{ONE TRUE GOD}

The One True God is the eternally self-existent “I AM,” the Creator of the universe. He has further revealed Himself as a triune Being, manifested as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

▼ _{SCRIPTURES INSPIRED}

All Scripture is verbally inspired by God as written in the original lan-guages and is inerrant revelation of God to man. The Bible is the infallible authority for faith and conduct.

▼ _{THE LORD JESUS CHRIST}

The Lord Jesus is 100% divine (Son of God) while simultaneously being 100% human (Son of Man). As God Incarnate, He is the express image of the Living God in human form.

▼ _{ORIGINAL SIN & THE FALL OF MAN}

Man was created good and upright in the image and likeness of God. The first man,Adam, through disobedience, fell from the grace of God and, thus, sin and death entered into the world. Adam’s transgression incurred not only phys-ical death for man, but also spiritual death which is eternal separation from God. Man’s propensity to sin because of his sinful nature necessitates salvation from the power of sin and a Savior to provide that salvation.

▼ _{SALVATION OF MAN}

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blood of the Lord Jesus Christ. His blood is completely sufficient to deliver every person from the power and penalty of sin.

▼ THE CHURCH & ITS MISSION

The Church is the Body of Christ and is comprised of all believers. God inhab-its the Body of Christ by the Holy Spirit both individually and corporately. Since God’s purpose concerning man is to seek and to save that which is lost, to be wor-shiped by man, and to build a body of believers in the image of His Son, the Church’s responsibility is: 1) to evangelize the world, 2) to be a corporate body in which man may worship and glorify God, and 3) to equip the saints for the work of service.

▼ BAPTISM IN WATER

Baptism by immersion in water is commanded in the Scriptures. All who repent of their sins and believe in Christ as Savior and Lord are to be baptized.

▼ _{HOLY COMMUNION}

The Lord’s Supper, consisting of bread and a cup of the fruit of the vine, is a memorial of Jesus’ suffering and death and a celebration of His resurrection to be enjoyed by all believers until He comes again.

▼ _{BAPTISM OF THE HOLY SPIRIT}

The baptism of believers in the Holy Spirit is evidenced by the initial phys-ical sign of speaking with other tongues as the Holy Spirit gives utterance. This experience is distinct from and subsequent to the experience of the new birth. With the baptism of the Holy Spirit comes the enduing of power for life and service and the bestowing of spiritual gifts.

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▼ _{EVER-INCREASING FAITH}

Faith of the heart is based on the hearing (spiritual understanding) of God’s Word. Without faith it is impossible to please God. Christians are saved through faith, justified by faith, shall live by faith, and overcome the world by faith.

▼ _{DIVINE HEALING}

Divine healing is provided for in both Old and New Testaments and is inte-gral to the Gospel.

▼ _{THE SECOND ADVENT OF CHRIST &} THE FINAL JUDGMENT

As the climax to God’s dealing with man, Jesus is coming again. At that time, there will be a resurrection of the righteous and the wicked. The wicked will be judged and the righteous will be ushered into the everlasting Kingdom of God.

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▼ _{THEOLOGY PROGRAM}

The Faith is the Victory Life Christian Bible Institute Theology Program is designed to equip those who feel the call of God on their lives to minister the Gospel and who desire to further their Christian education. Many Bible colleges, Seminaries, and Christian Universities award credits for Bible Institute work. FVBI recognizes student achievement at a yearly graduation exercise where stu-dents receive a Certificate of Completion for each year they complete.

▼ _{BIBLE INSTITUTE AUDIT OPTION}

The Faith is the Victory Life Christian Bible Institute Audit Program is for those individuals attending strictly for their own personal and spiritual growth. Audit students must attend all classes and read all texts, but exams and papers are not required. Audit students may participate in the graduation exercise for Bible Institute certificate students and will receive a Certificate of Attendance for each year completed.

▼ YEARS #1, #2, #3 & #4

Each year is made up of 9 courses and 1 Ministry Practicum. Your Program Director may choose to substitute up to 3 courses within any year except Years #1 and #2. Faith is the Victory Life Christian Bible Institute reserves the right to change any and all courses without advance notice.

Year #1 is foundational in nature and required for all Bible Institute stu-dents. It is designed to give each student a solid foundation for their own per-sonal life and Christian walk. FVBI courses address the four areas where Satan tries to keep a believer from being successful in life: faith, health, provision, and character. Year #1 includes courses on the ministry of Jesus and a survey of the

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New Testament.

Faith is the Victory Life Christian Bible Institute’s Year #2 is designed to give a student a “jump start” into fulfilling the call of God on his or her life. Providing training in such basics as Bible study, prayer, preaching, various gift-ings, and flowing with the anointing. Year #2 includes a survey of the Old Testament as well as a course designed to help students discover their own purpose in the Kingdom of God.

Year #3 provides in-depth study of important books and doctrines of the Bible. Such study will help students achieve a greater degree of effectiveness in any area of church-related service.

Faith is the Victory Life Christian Bible Institute’s Year #4 is the year of spe-cialization as students move into courses designed to prepare them to preach and teach the Word of God and help in areas of specialized service in the local church.

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A SPIRIT-FILLED PROGRAM

TYPICAL YEAR #2 COURSE LIST

*NOTE: PROGRAMS MAY CHANGE WITHOUT ADVANCE NOTICE..

Course Number Course Title

TH-218 Methods of Bible Study

TH-221 Discovering Your Purpose

TH-202 The Anointing

TH-213 Spiritual Gifts

TH-217 Ministry Gifts & Church Government

TH-222 Old Testament Survey I

TH-223 Old Testament Survey II

TH-203 Principles of Prayer

TH-204 Homiletics

MP-200 Ministry Practicum - Year #2

*NOTE: PROGRAMS MAY CHANGE WITHOUT ADVANCE NOTICE.

TH-101 Principles of Faith

TH-107 Christian Character

TH-102 Biblical Finances

TH-103 Divine Healing

TH-104 Ministry of Helps

TH-105 Life & Teachings of Christ I

TH-106 Life & Teachings of Christ II

TH-109 New Testament Survey

TH-112 Authority of the Believer

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Course# Title TH-301 Blood Covenant TH-410 Principles of Leadership TH-306 Angelology BI-308 Galatians BI-309 Ephesians TH-324 Divine Guidance

BI-201 Acts of the Apostles

BI-311 I & II Corinthians: Part 1

BI-312 I & II Corinthians: Part 2

ED-401 Teaching the Bible

TH-424 Submission & Authority

TH-431 Church History

TH-444 Ministerial Ethics

TH-303 Personal Evangelism

BI-425 Romans I

BI-426 Romans II

BI-404 Pastoral Epistles

BI-420 Hebrews

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▼ _{LOW TUITION PHILOSOPHY}

Faith is the Victory Life Christian Bible Institute has the philosophy that a quality, spiritual education that trains an individual for service to the Lord Jesus Christ should not leave that individual with an oppressive financial debt.

Our approach is to provide the most affordable, quality, spiritual education that we can as a ministry to the Lord and to His servants.

▼ STUDENT LOANS

Faith is the Victory Life Christian Bible Institute provides an in-house, interest-free, student loan in the form of a “pay-as-you-go” program rather than requiring the student to pay the full tuition at the beginning of each semester.

An advantage of the program provided at FVBI is the flexibility of schedule. Students can finish their program of study or achieve their educational goals over a period of time convenient to them. Their own personal preferences, work schedules, and their own finances determine the speed at which they progress.

If a student cannot pre-pay the course, they must discontinue attending classes. They may resume attendance upon pre-payment of any successive course during the academic year. There are no provisions for partial payments.

▼ BIBLE INSTITUTE TUITION

The cost of each year at FVBI is $1440, payable in 9 installments of $160. Each installment includes tuition and primary textbook for each course, Ministry Practicum, and graduation fees.

Description Cost

Tuition (includes books & fees) $1440

+ Ministry Practicum 0

= Totals $1440

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TUITION

▼ _{BIBLE INSTITUTE AUDIT TUITION}

The cost of each year in the Bible Institute Audit Program is $990, payable in 9 installments of $110. Each installment includes tuition and primary textbook for each course, Ministry Practicum, and graduation fees.

Description Cost

Tuition (includes books & fees) $₉₉₀

= Totals $₉₉₀

÷ 9 payments $₁₁₀

▼ LEVEL 5 ADVANCED PLACEMENT TUITION

Certain students may qualify for advanced placement due to prior educa-tion and experience. The Level 5 Advanced Placement Program is based on 11 courses. It is $_{2,090, payable in 11 installments of}$_{190 each. Each installment}

covers tuition, primary textbook for each course, Ministry Practicum credits, and graduation fees.

Description Cost

Tuition for 11 courses (includes books & fees) $_2,090

= Totals $_2,090

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▼ LEVEL 6 RESEARCH PROJECT PROGRAM TUITION

The Level 6 Research Project Program is based on 5 courses and a Level 6 research project. The cost of the coursework phase of this program is $_950,

payable in 5 installments of $_{190.The cost of the research project phase is}$_1,300

payable in 10 installments of $_{130. Each installment includes tuition and}

gradu-ation fees.

Description Cost

Tuition for 5 courses (includes books & fees) $₉₅₀

+ Research Project $_1,300

= Totals $_2,250

÷ 5 payments (1 per course during coursework phase) $₁₉₀

+ 10 payments (during research project phase) $₁₃₀

▼ REFUND POLICY

If a student desires, for any reason, to discontinue an enrolled class, they may do so. Withdrawal is official once written notification has been received by the Program Director. The following percentage of the tuition will be refund-ed when written withdrawal is receivrefund-ed:

• before the first class 100% refund (upon return of materials)

• after the first class 75% refund

• after the second class 50% refund

• after the third class 0% refund

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▼ _{STANDARD OF CONDUCT}

A student whose personal conduct is a poor testimony for Christ, and who fails to live in accordance with the scriptural ideals of the Bible Institute, will be spiritually counseled and will be disciplined to such extent as the Program Director deems advisable.The Bible Institute reserves the right to refuse admis-sion, to put on disciplinary probation, or to dismiss any student whose person-al conduct and/or attitude, in the judgment of the administration, are not con-sistent with the Christian spirit and standards which the Bible Institute seeks to maintain.

By way of example: academic dishonesty, such as giving unauthorized aid on an examination or plagiarism (the intentional or unintentional presentation of another’s work as one’s own) are not acceptable behaviors and will not be tolerated. Both subject the student to expulsion.

PERSONAL HABITS

Students are expected to abstain from the use of any tobacco, alcoholic beverages and illicit drugs, both on and off campus. They will also maintain behavior above reproach in relationships with the opposite sex, avoiding appearances of evil.

DRESS CODE

Unlike students at secular universities, our students are in training for the ministry, where they will represent Jesus, the King of Kings.

For women: modesty, femininity and good taste are the guiding princi-ples of women’s dress. No low cut necklines or dresses with slits above the knee are permitted. No shorts or jeans with holes; no bare feet or flip-flops.

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STUDENT POLICIES

men’s dress. Beards are permitted if trimmed and kept neat. Hair should be properly groomed at all times. No shorts or jeans with holes; no bare feet or flip-flops.

▼ _ENROLLMENT

New courses begin each month. Students may enroll prior to the begin-ning of each new course, but no later than the second week of classes.

▼ _{ATTENDANCE, ABSENTEE & TARDY POLICIES}

Regular and punctual attendance is essential to scholastic achievement and success in ministry. Thus, students are expected to be in class at the appointed time. Students who are late or who miss a class are required to pur-chase and listen to recordings of the missed lectures. These must be ordered within one week of the missed class. If recordings are not purchased and lis-tened to, the student will receive a grade of “Incomplete” for the course.

▼ _{COURSE REQUIREMENTS}

In addition to attending class, students are expected to read all textbooks and to take all quizzes, tests, and exams; to deliver any scheduled oral presenta-tions; and to turn in any other work required on the assigned date. Research papers are due one week after the last class meeting date (if not otherwise specified) even if the student is absent on that date.

▼ LATE WORK

If the course requirements are not completed and the Course Completion Affidavit turned in within one week of the last class meeting, the student will receive a grade of “Incomplete.” Once an incomplete grade has been posted,

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the student has two additional weeks to complete all of the course require-ments and turn in their affidavit. To change a grade from “Incomplete,” the stu-dent must pay a $10 Change of Grade (from Incomplete) Fee.

Three weeks after the last class meeting, if the work is still not complet-ed, the student’s “Incomplete” grade will be changed to an “F.”

If a personal emergency prevents a student from completing the course requirements, they are responsible for contacting their Program Director to arrange to complete the required work.

FAILING GRADE

If a student fails a course, they will have to pay tuition and take the course again. They must demonstrate satisfactory work for the entire course before a passing grade will replace the “F” on their official transcript.

▼ MINISTRY PRACTICUM REQUIREMENT

Students are required to serve in their local church as a minister of helps – for example as a greeter, usher, or nursery worker. Students are required to serve

a minimum of 72 hours during their 9-month program of study. Ministry

Practicum hours must be valid volunteer work sanctioned by the local church providing training for the student and helping the local church. It does not include student ministry independent of the local church. This service is verified by a church leader. For fourth-year students, at least 50% of their hours should be in the area of teaching or preaching. Level 5 students are required to serve in their local church and/or community for a minimum of 176 hours during their program of study, with at least 50% of their hours in the area of teaching or preaching. This can be either volunteer work or paid employment.

See the Forms Section of this handbook for a Ministry Practicum Activity

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Log, which students should use throughout the year to properly document

their volunteer hours. NOTE: Ministry Practicum credit will only be granted after a student has completed 9 courses at FVBI.

▼ PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE

No formal “placement assistance” is offered by FVBI, however, we believe that faithful service to the Lord will open doors for future ministry. Many students have found “their place” through their Ministry Practicum and other volunteer work.

▼ TRANSFER OF CREDIT

Credits earned at Faith is the Victory Life Christian Bible Institute (FVBI) might not transfer to another educational institution. Credits earned at anoth-er educational institution might not be accepted by Faith is the Victory Life Christian Bible Institute.You should obtain confirmation that FVBI will accept any credits you have earned at another educational institution before you exe-cute an enrollment contract or agreement.You should also contact any educa-tional institutions that you may want to transfer credits earned at Faith is the Victory Life Christian Bible Institute to determine if such institutions will accept credits earned at Faith is the Victory Life Christian Bible Institute prior to executing an enrollment contract or agreement.The ability to transfer its from FVBI to other educational institutions may be very limited.Your cred-its may not transfer and you may have to repeat courses previously taken at Faith is the Victory Life Christian Bible Institute if you enroll in another educa-tional institution.You should never assume that credits will transfer to or from any educational institution. It is highly recommended and you are advised to make certain that you know the transfer of credit policy of FVBI and of any

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other educational institutions you may in the future want to transfer the cred-its earned at Faith is the Victory Life Christian Bible Institute before you exe-cute an enrollment contract or agreement.

▼ MISCELLANEOUS FEES

Students will not be allowed to participate in the graduation exercise or receive an official grade report as long as any of the following fees have been assessed and remain unpaid. All fees are non-refundable.

APPLICATION FEE

There is a $_{35 application fee.This fee covers processing the application.}

IDENTIFICATION BADGES

Your Program Director may require you to wear a student I.D. badge dur-ing class sessions. I.D. badges help your instructors and fellow students get to know you. Policies concerning if, how, and when badges are issued; penalties for non-possession of your badge during classes; replacement costs for lost badges, etc. are all determined at your Program Director’s discretion.

MATERIALS FEE

The campus may charge a fee for start-up materials (such as the Student

Handbook and your outline binder). This fee should not exceed $_20.

CAP AND GOWN FEE

There is a $35 fee per student per year to help cover the costs of the caps, gowns, tassels, and hoods used at the annual graduation ceremony.

CHANGE OF GRADE (FROM INCOMPLETE) FEE

There is a $_{10 change-of-grade fee.This fee applies when a final grade report}

has already been submitted to the Registrar showing an incomplete (“I”) grade.

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OFFICIAL GRADE REPORT REQUEST FEE

Official end-of-year grade reports are issued by the Office of the Registrar, Main Campus, provided the student’s account is paid in full. Forms are avail-able from the Program Director. One official grade report is provided free of charge at each graduation. Additional grade reports cost $_{5 each.}

RETURNED CHECK FEE

A student will be charged $25 for any check returned to their Program Director because of insufficient funds.

FEE FOR RECORDINGS OF MISSED CLASSES

Students are not permitted to make individual recordings of class sessions. Each campus reserves the right to charge students a suitable fee (up to $5) for recordings of missed classes.

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▼ _{GRADING SYSTEM}

Grade Description Percentages

A Superior 93-100 B Excellent 85-92 C Average 77-84 D Below Average 70-76 F Failing 0-69 W Withdrawn* I Incomplete ▼ _{GRADE REPORTING}

Grade posting provides students with the information needed to track their academic progress. Grades will be posted after each course is completed. Some Program Directors may choose to issue periodic grade reports that span a semester or the entire school year.

▼ _{UNSATISFACTORY STUDENT PERFORMANCE}

Consistently unsatisfactory academic performance (such as course failure, unexcused absences, late reports, lack of meeting course requirements, missing of final exams, etc.) may be reason for the Bible Institute to terminate a stu-dent’s enrollment. Students terminated for unsatisfactory academic perform-ance will not be entitled to any tuition refund.

* Should any student desire to withdraw from school, he/she should write a letter and speak with the Program Director to formally withdraw. Unless the student formal-ly withdraws, the student will not be eligible for re-admission without an interview with the Program Director. The student who just stops attending class and does not formally withdraw will receive an “F” for any course with unsatisfied requirements.

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▼ GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The graduation requirements for receiving a certificate of completion are as follows:

1. Each student must have completed all required course work in

their year of study prior to graduation.

2. Each student should submit a Ministry Practicum Activity Log doc-umenting their volunteer work for their local church. This should be turned in to the Program Director at least eight (8) weeks prior to the scheduled graduation exercise.

4. Each student must have paid all tuition and fees before graduation. 5. The student must complete a Course List & Intent to Graduate

Form and submit it to their Program Director at least eight (8) weeks

prior to the scheduled graduation exercise. No partially completed forms will be accepted.

6. The graduating student is expected to attend the commencement

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▼ CAMPUS ADDRESS

Host Church: Faith Is the Victory Church

Street Address: Faith is the Victory Life Christian Bible Institute 3344 Walton Lane Nashville,TN 37216 Phone: 615-226-2145 FAX: 615-226-2390 Email: tn-nash-bi@victoriousliving.org ▼ FACILITIES

Instructional facilities include 2,000 seat main auditorium, four class-rooms, and two administrative offices. Each classroom is equipped with a sound amplification system, accompanying recording device, wireless micro-phone and overhead projector.

▼ AFFILIATION

Life Christian Bible Institute is not affiliated with any denomination, but is an independent, not-for-profit educational and church organization chartered in the State of Florida, USA.

▼ BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Charles Cowan Pastor / President

Sue Cowan Vice President

Glenn Cowan Secretary / Treasurer

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▼ BOARD OF ADVISORS Robert Link John Buchli Sidney Rose Tom Peters ▼ FACULTY ULOS ANDERSON, B. S.

Instructor of Theology and Biblical Studies

EDUCATION:

Jackson State University, Rhema Bible Training Center

CHARLES COWAN

Senior Pastor, Faith Is the Victory Church, Nashville,TN

EDUCATION:

Rhema Bible Training Center

BRYAN COWAN

Associate Pastor, Faith Is the Victory Church, Nashville,TN

EDUCATION:

Rhema Bible Training Center

JASON COWAN, B. M.

Instructor of Theology and Biblical Studies, Program Director

EDUCATION:

Middle Tennessee State University

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JAMES TUCKER, J. D., M. DIV., B.S.

EDUCATION:

Tennessee State University,Vanderbilt University

▼ STUDENT GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE

If a student has a grievance, they should contact the Program Director: Rev. Jason Cowan

Faith is the Victory Life Christian Bible Institute 3344 Walton Lane

Nashville,TN 37216 615-226-2145

If a complaint is not settled at the institutional level, the student may contact the Tennessee Higher Education Commission

Nashville,TN 37243-0830 Telephone: 615-741-5293

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STUDENT FORMS

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LL OF THE FOLLOWING STEPS must be completed before an application will be processed by the Registrar:

1. Completely fill out the Faith is the Victory Life Christian Bible Institute Application. Indicate if you are working toward a Bible Institute Certificate or are an Audit Student.

2. Read the Faith is the Victory Life Christian Bible Institute

Student Handbook including the Statement of Faith. Sign the

Student Handbook Affidavit.

3. Submit completed application material to the Program Director no later than the first night of class. Include an application fee of

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S T U D E N T A P P L I C AT I O N

MAILING ADDRESS POSTAL CODE

MINISTRY CREDENTIALS? CREDENTIALING ORGANIZATION

LAST NAME FIRST NAME

CITY

DATE OF BIRTH (MM / DD / YYYY)

EMERGENCY CONTACT NAME CONTACT AREA CODE AND PHONE NUMBER CONTACT RELATIONSHIP M.I. STATE / PROVINCE ■ ■MRS. ■ ■MS. ■ ■MR. ■ ■REV. ■ ■MISS■■DR. ■LICENSED ■N / A ■ORDAINED

HOME AREA CODE & PHONE NUMBER

PAST MINISTRY INVOLVEMENTS CURRENT MINISTRY STATUS, IF ANY ■SENIOR PASTOR ■ASSISTANT PASTOR ■MISSIONARY ■EVANGELIST ■ITINERANT TEACHER ■CHILDREN’S MINISTER ■YOUTH MINISTER

■MUSIC MINISTER ■CHAPLAIN ■N / A

■N / A

■LAY MINISTER ■CHRISTIAN BROADCASTING

■CHURCH / MINISTRY ADMINISTRATOR ■OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY)

■PASTORAL ■TEACHER ■EVANGELISM ■RADIO / TV ■OTHER (SPECIFY): PASTOR'S NAME

MAIDEN NAME, IF APPLICABLE

WORK AREA CODE & PHONE NUMBER CELLULAR AREA CODE & PHONE NUMBER PRIMARY E-MAIL ADDRESS SECONDARY E-MAIL ADDRESS

CHURCH PRESENTLY ATTENDING

1. PERSONAL INFORMATION

2. CHURCH BACKGROUND

/ MEMBERSHIP & MINISTRY EXPERIENCE

HIGH SCHOOL NAME* START DATE (MM / YYYY) STOP DATE (MM / YYYY) STUDY EMPHASIS DID YOU GRADUATE? SCHOOL NAME** START DATE (MM / YYYY)

MINISTRY START DATE (MM / YYYY)

STOP DATE (MM / YYYY) MAJOR DIPLOMA / DEGREE EARNED

3. EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION

■YES ■DIPLOMA ■NO ■G.E.D. ■JR. ■_______ ■SR. COUNTRY PLACE OF BIRTH MARITAL STATUS ■SINGLE ■MARRIED GENDER ■MALE ■FEMALE

HAVE YOU PREVIOUSLY ATTENDED LIFE CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY OR LIFE CHRISTIAN BIBLE INSTITUTE? ■YES ■NO

■CAUCASIAN ■HISPANIC ■BLACK RACE ■ASIAN ■OTHER ■NATIVE AMERICAN CITIZEN OF ■USA

■OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY)

CHURCH BACKGROUND / DENOMINATION

IMPORTANT:

• Please PRINT or TYPE.

• ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS. Applications will not be processed nor academic standing be assessed unless all questions are answered and the application signed and dated by the applicant. • Do not leave any question blank. Put “N/A” if an item does not apply.

PRI. LANGUAGE

■ ENGLISH

■ SPANISH

Faith is the Victory

Life Christian Bible Institute

Non-Discrimination Policy

Faith is the Victory Life Christian Bible Institute does not discriminate on the basis of nationality, ethnic origin, age, or gender. We guarantee the rights and privileges, and the availability of programs and activities to all students.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY THE FOLLOWING AFFIDAVIT BEFORE SIGNING

I certify that I have truthfully and accurately answered all questions contained in this application. I understand that falsifica-tion of any kind is grounds for refusal of my applicafalsifica-tion or expulsion should falsehood be discovered after acceptance to the Bible Institute.

SIGNATURE DATE

Make a payment of $35 for your application fee, payable to the campus. Submit this completed application to the Program Director.

Date: ______________________________________ Location Code: _____________________ - ____________________

IMPORTANT: PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE. ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS. Applications will not be processed unless all questions are answered

and the application signed and dated by the applicant. Do not leave any questions blank. Put “N/A” if an item does not apply.

I M P O RTA N T:

Check the box below that says “Certificate Track” if you are working toward a Bible Institute Certificate. Check the box below that says “Audit Program” if you are attending for personal growth only.

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2. SALVATION TESTIMONY

PLEASE GIVE YOUR SALVATION TESTIMONY.

3. MINISTRY GOALS

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PAYMENT RECEIPT

DAT E : ______________________________

RECEIVED FROM: _______________________________________________________________

APPLICATION FEE: ... $________________

MATERIALS AND/OR CLASS RECORDINGS FEE:... $________________

TUITION — COURSE T I T L E : ________________________________________________ $________________

FVBI LEVEL: ■■ AUDIT ■■ YEAR #1-4 ■■ YEAR #5-6

TOTAL: $________________

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■CASH ■■CHECK (NUMBER: _______________) ■■CHARGE ■■ MONEY ORDER

Faith is the Victory

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PAYMENT RECEIPT

DAT E : ______________________________

RECEIVED FROM: _______________________________________________________________

APPLICATION FEE: ... $________________

TOTAL: $________________

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REC’D BY: ____________________________________

9/6/06 Form: Adm-6-BI

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PAYMENT RECEIPT

DAT E : ______________________________

RECEIVED FROM: _______________________________________________________________

APPLICATION FEE: ... $________________

TOTAL: $________________

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REC’D BY: ____________________________________

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PAYMENT RECEIPT

DAT E : ______________________________

RECEIVED FROM: _______________________________________________________________

APPLICATION FEE: ... $________________

TOTAL: $________________

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PAYMENT RECEIPT

DAT E : ______________________________

RECEIVED FROM: _______________________________________________________________

APPLICATION FEE: ... $________________

TOTAL: $________________

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REC’D BY: ____________________________________

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PAYMENT RECEIPT

DAT E : ______________________________

RECEIVED FROM: _______________________________________________________________

APPLICATION FEE: ... $________________

TOTAL: $________________

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PAYMENT RECEIPT

DAT E : ______________________________

RECEIVED FROM: _______________________________________________________________

APPLICATION FEE: ... $________________

TOTAL: $________________

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REC’D BY: ____________________________________

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PAYMENT RECEIPT

DAT E : ______________________________

RECEIVED FROM: _______________________________________________________________

APPLICATION FEE: ... $________________

TOTAL: $________________

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PAYMENT RECEIPT

DAT E : ______________________________

RECEIVED FROM: _______________________________________________________________

APPLICATION FEE: ... $________________

TOTAL: $________________

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REC’D BY: ____________________________________

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PAYMENT RECEIPT

DAT E : ______________________________

RECEIVED FROM: _______________________________________________________________

APPLICATION FEE: ... $________________

TOTAL: $________________

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STUDENT SIGNATURE

1. PERSONAL INFORMATION

2. CHURCH INFORMATION

TYPE OF MINISTRY

3. SERVICE RECORDS

START DATE HOURS WORKED SUPERVISOR SIGNATURE*

STOP DATE SUPERVISOR NAME TYPE OF MINISTRY START DATE

HOURS WORKED SUPERVISOR SIGNATURE*

STOP DATE SUPERVISOR NAME TOTAL HOURS WORKED DIRECTOR’S SIGNATURE ■

■ DIPLOMA ■■ ASSOC. ■■ ADV.DIP. ■■ BACH. ■■ MASTER'S LCU LEVEL:

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■ YEAR 1 ■■ YEAR 2 ■■ YEAR 3 ■■ YEAR 4 ■■ YEAR 5 AUDIT LEVEL:

ADDRESS

SENIOR PASTOR NAME

POSTAL CODE

OFFICE AREA CODE & PHONE NUMBER CHURCH

CITY

COUNTRY STATE / PROVINCE

OFFICE AREA CODE & FAX NUMBER

IMPORTANT: PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE, except for boxes marked “signature.” This form is required of all Audit, Undergraduate, and Master’s students.

It ensures that a student receives proper credit for fulfilling his/her obligation to serve a minimum of 72 hours per year (176 hours for Master's students) in the ministry of the church he/she attends. Work must be performed during the student’s current program of study. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that this form is completed and submitted to the Campus Director no later than eight (8) weeks before graduation. Fill out one line of Section #3 per job performed. Use multiple sheets, if necessary. Please keep a photocopy of the competed form for your records.

LAST NAME FIRST NAME M.I. ■ ■MRS. ■ ■MS. ■ ■MR. ■■REV. ■ ■MISS■■DR.

MAIDEN NAME, IF APPLICABLE ■ JR. ■ ■_______ ■ ■ SR. STUDENT NUMBER

Date: ______________________________________ Location Code: _____________________ - ______________________

M I N I S T RY PRAC T I C U M AC T I V I T Y LO G

IMPORTANT: PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE except for the boxes marked “signature.” This form is required of all students to document a

minimum of 72 hours per year in the ministry of the church he/she attends. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that this form is completed and submitted to the Program Director no later than eight (8) weeks before graduation. Fill out one line of Section #3 per job performed. Use multiple sheets, if necessary. Please keep a photocopy of the completed form for your records.

CHECK LEVEL: o BIBLE INSTITUTE STUDENT o AUDIT STUDENT

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C O U R S E L I S T & I N T E N T T O GRADUAT E F O R M

Graduation Date: _____________________________ Location Code: ____________________ - ______________________

3. SIGNATURES

IMPORTANT: This form is required of all students intending to graduate in a given school year. It is the student's responsibility to keep track of all courses taken

and to return this form to the Program Director at least 8 weeks before graduation. (List all courses that will be completed by graduation.) Gown information

must be included for proper gown size. Please keep a photocopy for your personal records.

COURSE NAME COURSE# DIRECTOR SIGNATURE DIRECTOR’S VERIFICATION GRADE DATE COMPLETED STUDENT SIGNATURE

COURSE# DATE COMPLETED GRADE DIRECTOR’S VERIFICATION

1. PERSONAL INFORMATION

2. COURSE INFORMATION

MINISTRY PRACTICUM MP DATE DATE LCU LEVEL: LCBI LEVEL: HOME PHONE SOCIAL SECURITY# WORK PHONE

WEIGHT – CHOOSE YOUR WEIGHT RANGE (SEE ATTACHED CHART) ■ “A” ■ “B” ■ “C”

REQUIRED FOR GOWN: CERTIFICATE NAME (INDICATE EXACTLY HOW YOU WANT YOUR NAME TO APPEAR ON YOUR CERTIFICATE)

HEIGHT – FT: IN:

LAST NAME FIRST NAME M.I.

■ MRS.

■ MS.

■ MR. ■ REV.

■ MISS■ DR.

MAIDEN NAME, IF APPLICABLE

■ JR. ■ ■_______ ■ SR. STUDENT NUMBER ■

■ BIBLE INSTITUTE STUDENT ■■ AUDIT STUDENT CHECK LEVEL:

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■ YEAR 1 ■■ YEAR 2 ■■ YEAR 3 ■■ YEAR 4 ■■ YEAR 5 ■■ YEAR 6 ■■ YEAR 7 CHECK YEAR:

AREA OF STUDY

PROGRAM 5 STUDENTS ONLY: ADDITIONAL COURSES TAKEN

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■ $35 CAP & GOWN FEE PAID

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HEIGHT WEIGHT RANGE “A” WEIGHT RANGE “B” WEIGHT RANGE “C” 4’10” – 5’0” Up to 159 160-219 220-280 5’1” – 5’3” Up to 179 180-239 240-300 5’4” – 5’6” Up to 199 200-264 265-330 5’7” – 5’9” Up to 229 230-294 295-360 5’10” – 6’0” Up to 259 260-329 330-400 6’1” – 6’3” Up to 284 285-354 355-425 6’4” – 6’6” Up to 309 310-384 385-460 6’7” – 6’9” Up to 329 330-404 405-480 6’10” – 7’0” Up to 349 350-429 430-510

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STUDENT HANDBOOK AFFIDAVIT

My signature on this form verifies that I have received and read the Faith

is the Victory Life Christian Bible Institute Student Handbook and that I agree

to abide by the policies and stipulations stated therein.

Printed student name:_______________________________________________

Student signature: __________________________________________________

Date: _____________________________________________________________

REQUIRED:

Please sign this form and turn it in to the Program Director to complete your enrollment at FVBI.