Academics

Course of Study

Word of Life Bible Institute offers a 12-month or 24-month course of study. A diploma is awarded for the successful completion of two years, each of which is comprised of three academic aurters and one quarter of practical ministry emphasis. Students who complete the first year are recognized with a Certificate of Completion. Students who graduate with under a 2.0 will be awarded a Certificate of Attendance.

The grading scale is:

Percent	Grade	Points/Hour
93 - 100	A	4.00
89 - 92	B	3.50
85 - 88	B-	3.00
81 - 84	C	2.50
77 - 80	C-	2.00
74 - 76	D	1.50
70 - 73	D-	1.00
0 - 69	F	0

Grade reports are issued every five weeks. Mid-quarter grades are issued for the student's reference in order to monitor progress. All grades issued at the end of the quarter are final and are placed on the student's transcript.

When grades are computed, a student may be placed in one of several classifications depending upon their grade point average: Dean's Honor List (3.50 or above), Dean's List (3.00 - 3.49), Academic Probation (2.00 or below) and Academic Discipline (below 1.50 at end of first quarter to below 2.00 by middle of third academic quarter). Details of Academic Probation, Discipline, or Dismissal are found in the Academic Handbook.

There is limited academic assistance offered for students with academic struggles: group tutoring, peer tutoring, study skills seminars, and academic advising. Students may contact the Academic Dean for further information regarding these programs.

Students are involved in a full schedule of classes, a six to eight hour/week work program, daily chapel services, a personal quiet time, and weekly ministries. The schedule normally provides for morning classes. Afternoons are occupied with work assignments, physical education classes, and free time.

Saturdays and Sundays are occasionally devoted to special seminars and practical experience in various ministry areas. Special emphasis is given to expose each student to many different ministry opportunities. Evening electives are offered during each academic quarter.