General Course Structure

• All courses require a textbook and the student’s Bible.
• Some courses include a Study Guide (SG).
• Courses are completed through faculty-directed independent home study.
• There are no final exams.

Courses WITH a Study Guide (SG)

• Study Guides include:
• True/False
• Multiple Choice
• Fill-in-the-Blank
• Matching questions
• No essay or book report is required when a Study Guide is provided.
• Complete all Study Guide work before submission.

Courses WITHOUT a Study Guide

• A written essay or book report is required.
• Each chapter of the textbook is considered a lesson.
• For each chapter, students must write a 1–5 page essay or summary:
• Written in the student’s own words
• Accurately reflecting the author’s viewpoint
• Do not copy directly from the textbook (this will result in a failing grade).

Formatting Requirements

• Essays may be typed or handwritten.
• All work must be double-spaced.
• Students may write on both sides of the paper.
• Clearly indicate the beginning and ending of each chapter covered.

Submitting Coursework

• Coursework must be submitted in completed form

(do not send one chapter at a time).

• Include the required cover sheet with all coursework submissions.
• Coursework should be mailed according to the instructions provided with the student’s acceptance agreement.
• Students will receive a prompt grade report once coursework is evaluated.

Course Changes & Flexibility

• Students may change:
• Pre-selected courses
• Subject focus
• Major field of academic concentration
• All earned credits are honored without penalty.

Academic Progress Reminder

• If coursework is not submitted for a period of one year, the student account becomes inactive.
• A reinstatement fee and any outstanding balance must be paid to reactivate the account.