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Section 6: Satan - We believe Satan is a real personality, the author of sin, and the direct cause of the fall; that he is the open and declared enemy of God and man; and that he will be eternally punished along with the fallen angels in the Lake of Fire (Gen. 3:1; Matt. 25:41; Rev. 20:2,10).

Section 7: Eternity - We believe in the everlasting conscious blessedness of the saved in a literal heaven (Rev. 21-22), and the everlasting conscious punishment of the lost in a literal hell (Rev. 19:11-15).

Section 8: Separation - We believe all Christians should live in a manner that does not bring reproach upon the Lord's name, and that separa­tion from religious apostasy and sinful practices is commanded by God (Rom. 12:1-2; II Cor. 6:17; Rom. 16:17; I John 2:15-17).

Section 9: Missions - We believe it is the obligation of the saved to witness by life and by word the Good News of the Gospel of Jesus Christ (Matt. 5:16; 28:19‑20; Mk. 16:15; John 15:16).

This obligation is to be carried out by reaching lost people, both at home and ­around the world. We further believe that maintaining close contact and relationships with "on the field" missionaries are vital to maintaining reality in our vision. Therefore, we believe in the New Testament practice of the church supporting individual missionaries with whom we can maintain a prayerful, supporting relationship. We believe that missionaries are to be sent out by the local churches and are responsible to those local churches (Acts 13:2-3).

Section 10: Creation - We believe God created the universe in six literal, 24-hour periods. We reject evolution, the Gap Theory, the Day-Age Theory, and Theistic Evolution as unscriptural theories of the origin of the universe, earth and mankind (Genesis 1-2; Ex. 20:11).

Section 11: Human Sexuality –

1. We believe that God has commanded that no sexual activity be engaged in outside of a marriage between a man and a woman. We believe that any form of homosexuality, lesbianism, bisexuality, bestiality, incest, fornication, adultery and pornography are sinful perversions of God’s gift of sex. Any employee of the church, or any person in spiritual leadership, who becomes involved in any of the aforementioned, or becomes pregnant, or causes pregnancy as a result of consensual intercourse, outside of the marriage relationship, shall be terminated from employment or spiritual leadership (Gen. 2:24; 19:5,13; 26:8-9; Lev. 18:1-30; Rom. 1:26-29; I Cor. 5:1; 6:9; I Thess. 4:1-8; Heb. 13:4).

2. We believe that the only legitimate marriage is the joining of one man and one woman (Gen. 2:24; Rom. 7:2; I Cor. 7:10; Eph. 5:22-23).

3. We believe that men and women are spiritually equal in position before God but that God has ordained distinct and separate spiritual functions for men and women in the home and the church. The husband is to be the leader of the home, and men are to be the leaders (pastors and deacons) of the church. Accordingly, only men are eligible for licensure and ordination by the church (Gal. 3:28; Col. 3:18; I Tim. 2:8-15; 3:4-5, 12).

Section 12: Divorce and Remarriage - We believe that God hates divorce and intends marriage to last until one of the spouses dies. Divorce and remarriage is regarded as adultery except on the grounds of fornication (Matt. 5:32). Although divorced and remarried persons or divorced persons may hold positions of service in the church, and be greatly used of God for Christian service, they may not be considered for the offices of pastor or deacon (Mal. 2:14-17; Matt. 19:3-12; Rom. 7:1-2; I Tim. 3:2,12; Titus 1:6).

Section 13: Abortion - We believe that human life begins at conception and that the unborn child is a living human being. Abortion constitutes the unjustified, unexcused taking of unborn human life. Abortion is murder. We reject any teaching that abortion of pregnancies due to rape, incest, birth defects, gender selection, birth or population control, or the mental well-being of the mother are acceptable (Job 3:16; Psalm 51:5; 139:14-16; Isa. 44:24; 29:1,5; Jer. 1:5; 20:15-18; Luke 1:44).

Baptist History Module

Men Students Practicing Baptism

Admission Requirements

1. Be saved and baptized, and submit a written or typed testimony.

1. Must have earned a high school diploma or have passed the Tests of General Educational Development (GED^®).

1. Be 17 years or older. (Must have parent’s written permission if under 18 years old).

1. Fill out the Application Form and mail it to:

Columbus Baptist College

ATT: Admissions

3641 Norris Rd.

Columbus, GA 31907

5. Submit appropriate fee(s) with application.

6. Submit scores from either the American College Testing Program test battery (ACT^®) or the Scholastic Aptitude Test® (SAT^® I). The applicant’s principal or guidance counselor should be able to help with this requirement. (These scores may be included with your application).

7. Request the high school from which you graduated to send a copy of your current transcript directly to the Director of Admissions.

8. Have your pastor complete the Pastor Recommendation Form and mail it to the college address above.

9. Sign the Covenant and mail it to the address above.

10. Since all students will be participating in regular mission-study trips, each student must possess a valid U.S. passport. The student should apply for a passport 6-8 weeks prior to arrival at CBC.

Transfer Students

Students desiring to transfer credits from other institutions of higher learning must contact those schools and request that an official copy of their transcript be sent directly to: Admissions Office, Columbus Baptist College, 3641 Norris Rd., Columbus, GA 31907.

Upon receipt of transcripts, the Records Office will notify the student in writing of his standing and will send more information.

Transfer of Credit Policies

It is the policy of the College to consider for transfer, credits earned in a regular college or university, Bible college, or other college-level institution. Courses acceptable for transfer must be similar in content to those replaced in the chosen major at Columbus Baptist College. Courses which are not similar may be transferred as general electives, providing they meet all the college transfer of credit policies.

Only those credits which carry a grade of at least “C” or its equivalent may be transferred.

A transfer student must complete a minimum of sixteen semester hours in the field of his chosen major, as prescribed by the CBC Administration.

Columbus Baptist College reserves the right to withhold recognition of credits received at any college or university that does not in the opinion of the Administration meet reasonable academic standards.

Notice of Non-Discriminatory Policy

Columbus Baptist College admits students of any race, color, and national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to the students at the college. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in the administration of its admissions policies, educational policies, and other school-administered programs. We believe that all people are created in the image of God, and that Jesus Christ died to redeem all who believe.

Financial Information*⁽¹⁾

At CBC, we strive to maintain a quality and affordable education. The student will find the investment at CBC to be meaningful and practical. The Bachelor’s degree requires 128 credit hours, the Ministry Degree of Biblical Studies degree requires 96 credit hours, and the Associate degree program requires 64 credit hours.

Degreed Program

Full-Time Tuition: $195 per month Room: $265 per month⁽²⁾

Part-Time Tuition: $65 per credit hour

NOTE: Only full-time students are permitted to live in the dormitories.

(All monthly payments are based upon ten payments per year, beginning on August 1 of each year).

Other Fees

Application Fee: $55 (Due with Application)

Registration Fee: $50 (Due at beginning of each semester)

Graduation Fee: $170 (Due at the beginning of the Senior Year)

Returned Check Fee: $35

Books & Materials: Cost of books will vary each semester. Students should plan for approximately $100-$200 per semester.

Audit Fee: $25 Registration Fee, plus $100 per semester for unlimited course auditing, plus books.

Annual Mission Trip: Each student will need to participate in the annual 7-10 day mission trip. The cost will vary, dependent upon destination. Estimated cost for each trip is between $1250 and $1500, based upon destination and length of stay.

(Each student is expected to participate in the annual mission trip. Special consideration for exemption will be given to students who have a work-related complication. All exemptions must be approved by the Administration, prior to purchase of travel tickets).

Mission Major Internship Costs:

The student should budget for $5500⁽³⁾ which includes plane tickets, tuition and most meals. Extra funds will be needed for eating out, and other personal needs such as washing, cell phone, etc.

Ministry Major Internship Cost:

During the local church ministry internship, the student is expected to be self-supported. Normal full-time tuition is continued, in order to receive credit for hours received.

⁽¹⁾ CBC does not accept any government or state financial aid. If a student requires financial aid, we recommend that the student obtain those loans or grants that are directly to the individual and not to the school.

⁽²⁾ Room charges do not include meals or phone service. Each dormitory has a fully-equipped kitchen, where the students may prepare meals. Each student should also provide their own cell phone.

⁽³⁾ Internship costs will vary, based on country and current exchange rates. All costs are in addition to normal tuition fees for credit hours received.

Withdrawals

A student who withdraws, for any reason, during the semester will owe the full tuition and all fees for the semester according to the following schedule:

During the first week of semester = 25% of all fees & tuition

During the second week of semester = 50% of all fees & tuition

During the third week of semester = 75% of all fees & tuition

After the third week of semester = 100% of all fees & tuition

Late Fees

All payments for tuition, fees, room, or other charges will be due on the first (1^st) day of each month. A late fee of $10 will be added to any account with a balance due after the fifth (5^th) of the month. An additional charge of $25 will be added to any account with an outstanding balance after the fifteenth (15^th) of the month, for a total monthly late fee of $35.

It is not CBC’s desire to dismiss students who have a genuine financial hardship, and the Administration will seek to work with the student in achieving a workable solution. However, satisfactory arrangements must be made if the student encounters financial difficulty. It is the student’s responsibility to seek satisfactory financial arrangements with the Administration, if financial difficulties arise.

*The CBC Administration reserves the right to adjust all tuitions and fees as deemed necessary.

Course Outline

The scope and sequence of courses is designed around the traditional four-year degree. If a student is able to give full attention to academic pursuits, the time can be shortened. The academic advisor will work with each student to help meet their needs. Students will be assigned a balanced schedule for class and application time, based upon the chosen major.

Actual classroom time varies from semester to semester. The CBC program is designed to combine class time with application time. Completion time will fluctuate based upon number of credit hours taken per semester.

Projected Four-Year Bachelor Program

(128 Credit Hours)

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