National Bible College and Seminary

National Bible College
&
Seminary
"Training men and women... ...as if souls depend on it"
Graduate Catalog 2010-2011 This catalog supercedes all other catalogs and other official materials
written before August 2010. Therefore, this catalog represents the most
recent information concerning degree requirements, and tuition fees.
Changes may be made without prior notice. Printed in the U.S.A.
All rights reserved internationally and in the U.S.A. No portion of this
material may be reproduced in any manner, except for short excerpts,
without the written permission of National Bible College & Seminary, Fort
Washington, MD.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Message from the President 5
Message from the Executive Vice President 6
Communications Directory 7
General Information
History 9
Mission
10
Philosophy 10
Objectives
11
Governance 11
Doctrinal Statement
12
Recognition 14
Student Policies and Procedures
Student Standards of Conduct 15
Notice of Non-Discriminatory Policy 16
Confidentiality of Student Records 16
Audit Policy 16
Academic Advising 17
School Calendar 17
Policies on Dismissal and Re-admission 17
Student Grievance Procedures 17
Honor System 18 Academic Freedom 18
Plagiarism Policy
18
Admissions Information
Admission Policy 19
Admission Requirements 19
Application Procedures 20
Application Deadlines 20
Admissions Classifications 20
Transfer Students 20
Registration 21
Testing Programs 21
Exit Exams 21
International Students
Polices and Procedures 22
Academic Information
Definitions of Terms Used Describing the
Academic Program 24
Curriculum Philosophy 24
Curriculum Departments 25
Course Prefix Abbreviations 25
Program of Study 26
Bible and Theology Department
29
Course Descriptions
30
Academic Policies
35
Student Life
41
Student Service
43
School Closing
44
Financial Information
Payment of Account
45
Textbooks
45
Returned Check and Late Payments 45
Graduation Fees
45
Refund Policy
46
Cost Adjustments 46
Financial Office Hours/Address
46
Tuition and Fees
47
Endowment Opportunities
48
Administration and Staff
49
Academic Calendar
54 MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT Greetings in the name of King Jesus!
It is an exciting time at National Bible College & Seminary (NBC&S); and
it is a joy to be a part of what God is doing in and through our faculty
and students. NBC&S was founded on the timeless principles of the Word of
God and continues to hold to those principles. At NBC&S students not only
receive solid Biblical teachings, but they also experience the richness of
the presence of the Holy Spirit in their lives. Students from around the
world have made the decision to train at National Bible College &
Seminary. Our staff and faculty ensure that every student receives the
kind of practical preparation needed for effective ministry in our world.
I am delighted that you are considering earning your degree at National
Bible College & Seminary. As you pray for God's direction in your life
and ministry, you can know that the faculty at NBC&S is dedicated to
preparing you for the fields that are ripe unto harvest. When you join the
NBC&S family, you join a worldwide community of servant-leaders who are
dedicated to reaching the lost of this world for the Kingdom of God.
I would like to extend a personal welcome to you as you consider National
Bible College & Seminary. May God richly bless you as you prepare for the
Kingdom Harvest.
In His Service,
Dr. Stephen L. Lowery
President
MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
Thank you for considering National Bible College & Seminary in your
educational plans. With today's ministry challenges, it is increasingly
essential to prepare for what God has called you to do. Since 1983,
National Bible College & Seminary has been committed to the effective
training of men and women to face the challenges of ministry. Our academic
programs are rich in Bible foundation and practical in ministry
applications. Graduates of NBC&S have gone on to serve in a variety of
ministries around the world that include education, pastoral ministry, and
national evangelism. Our program is about ministry and at NBC&S students are engaged in
practical ministry while they attend classes. In fact, the 2,700-membership
of the National Church of God serves as a "living ministry lab" where
students can implement training and gain experience that will last a
lifetime. This is an exciting time at NBC&S. God is blessing; our programs are
expanding; and students are catching a vision for the harvest that is ready
in these last days. As you seek God's direction for your academic needs, I
trust you will be inspired by the vision we share at NBC&S to provide
practical ministry skills for the harvest. We look forward to working with you to meet your educational needs. The
future is bright at NBC&S. Come and experience the difference. May God richly bless you in your academic endeavors. Sincerely, Dr. Aaron R. Jones
Executive Vice President
COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTORY For Information On: Contact: (301) 567-9503 Admissions Registrar
JaNice Parks, D.Min
Ext. 7152
Alumni Affairs President of Alumni Association
Karen McPherson, MTS
Ext. 7166 Bookstore Book Store Manager
Jean Arganua, B.Min (candidate)
301-567-9500 ext. 7118 Student Services Director of Student Affairs
Reginald Pickett, M.T.S.
Ext. 7160 Faculty Academic Dean
Femi Falana, D.R.E.
Ext. 7163 Fees and Payment Chief Financial Officer
Alan Mason
301-567-9507 ext. 8117 Graduate Programs Dean of Graduate Studies
Richard Archer, D.Min.
Ext. 7162 Library Library Technician
Anna Jones B.Min (candidate)
Ext. 7503
Undergraduate Programs Academic Dean
Femi Falana, D.R.E.
Ext. 7163
Registration and Records Registrar
JaNice Parks, D.Min.
Ext. 7152 Registration and Records Administrative Assistant
Crystal Briggs, B.Min. (candidate)
Ext. 7154
Recruitment Director of Recruitment
Reginald Pickett, M.T.S.
Ext. 7160 Institutional Advancement Director of Institutional
Effectiveness
Ralph Sutherland, D.Min
Ext. 7159 General Education Director of General Education
Pamela Pettyjohn, D.Min
Ext. 7164 Online Studies Dean of Online Studies
Hope Murphy, Ed.D (candidate) Ext. 7155
General Information
HISTORY OF NATIONAL BIBLE COLLEGE & SEMINARY
In 1983, Dr. T.L. Lowery, Senior Pastor of the National Church of God
established the National Bible Institute (NBI). He selected 14 of his top
leaders to train and equip for Christian ministry. For a curriculum, Dr.
Lowery selected the Church of God "Ministerial Internship Program" (MIP)
which is an extensive study of Bible Doctrine, Ministry, and other areas
necessary for success in Christian work. In 1984, Dr. T.L. Lowery
recruited Dr. Fred Snowden to assist in formalizing a one-year intensive
ministry training curriculum. In 1992, NBI was approved by the U.S. Department of Immigration and
Naturalization to accept foreign students. In September, 40 students
representing 21 foreign countries attended classes at the National Bible
Institute. In 1993, NBI received its non-governmental accreditation through the
Accrediting Commission International for Schools, Colleges, and Theological
Seminaries. This allowed NBI to award undergraduate degrees in Biblical
Studies. In 1996, NBI proudly changed their name to National Bible College
(NBC) and the first Bachelor Degrees were awarded. In 1998, the administration of the National Bible College began the task of
restructuring the academic