Young people make a difficult decision, while selecting the place, where they would like to continue their studies after high school graduation. One of the choices might be a religious educational institution. But how to choose the right one?
Here are the top criteria when choosing a Bible college that a potential student should look for
Vocation, believes and good academics
If you feel that you want to combine your Christian faith and your future carrier, while getting an in-depth study of theology to become a preacher, minister, or religious worker, you should chose a college that specializes on educating the clergy and has a good feedback from the graduates. Although, if you are unsure what your true vocation is and you intend to study liberal arts from a Christian perspective, Bible colleges give you the opportunity to incorporate your faith into your education. At most institutions it is also possible to find scientific programs that follow Bible-centric approach, since Bible colleges often offer such courses as Intelligent Design and other Christian philosophies of science. Moreover, while pursuing your liberal arts degree, you have an opportunity to choose you second major from variety of courses including foreign languages, graphic design, biology, and much more Furthermore, in some religious institution you can obtain a degrees in more marketable fields such as computer science and nursing, so you can chose to graduate with ecclesiastic or non-ecclesiastical degree. Just make sure that your Bible college gives really strong education in whatever subject you have chosen.
Credibility
Most Bible colleges are accredited, but you should always check that the one you have chosen is approved by a reliable accreditation agency, e.g. like ITAA www.joinitaa.com, to ensure a quality and verifiable education.
Affordability
Generally Bible colleges are much more affordable that regular colleges and university programs. Though, before applying it is always good to check the tuition rate, grants and the financial aid opportunities. Why not to study for free, if you really want to get the knowledge?
Students’ life
Life on campus is very important component of finding your destiny during the college years. Daily morning prayer in the school chapel foster students to commune and worship, bringing the teachings of Christ in their regular lives. In addition, why not to do athletics, arts, or join club or college organization after the classes?
Location
If you want to study in the lively center of Los Angeles or quiet and cozy place at the rural area, you just have to make up your mind and decide because there are many opportunities that you can find all over the United States.
Post-graduate education
To finish the list of the top criteria when choosing a Bible college, it is good to mention that some of the Bible colleges give an opportunity to obtain post-graduate education. This is important for those, who want to dedicate their lives to theology or related areas.
For more information regarding Bible colleges, feel free to contact ITAA now.