Students fulfill a comprehensive foundation in Bible and theology that is necessary to develop a life of worship and an ability to think as Christians in the respective disciplines. Therefore, the University seeks students who desire an education that integrates their faith and learning. Additionally, the University reviews applicants whose Christian commitment, academic records, and moral character match those of the University.
Admissions Requirements
- Applicant must be an evangelical believer in the Christian faith. (download doctrinal statement)
- $45 application fee, $55 after March 1 for the fall.
- High School Transcripts. Average GPA 3.55 (unweighted).
- College Transcripts (if applicable).
- SAT or ACT scores. (Average combined SAT = 1118, average ACT = 24)
- Pastor's Reference, and School or Employer Reference (download pdf)
- Standards of Conduct (download pdf)
These items must all be received together by the application deadline for which you are applying.
Application Deadlines
Fall
- File completed by December 1:
- Notification by January 15
- By January 15
- Notification by February 15
- By March 1
- Notification by April 1
Note: Files completed after March 1 will be processed on a bi-monthly basis with notification of admittance beginning after April 15. Applications are considered late after March 1 (late fee of $55) and will be processed if space is available and time allows.
Spring
- Application Deadline
- December 15
- Notification
- Rolling basis
Other Important Dates
- May 1
- National Enrollment Deposit Deadline
Last day to submit updated transcripts on new SAT/ACT scores to qualify for an Academic Scholarship.
- July 15
- Housing assignments mailed out
- August 20
- First day for new students to move in
- August 21
- Opening Day/Orientation
- August 23-25
- Registration
- August 26
- First Day of Classes
What classes do I have to take in high school?
High school diploma required. The following is recommended college prep curriculum:
- English
- 4 years
- Science
- 2 years
- Foreign Language
- 4 years
- Social Science
- 2 years
- Mathematics
- 3 years
In addition, elective courses in fine arts, PE, etc. are encouraged. Prospective nursing candidates must have one year of chemistry and algebra. Biology majors must have one year each of chemistry and physics and two years of mathematics, deficiencies may be made up.