Standards
STANDARD I: Structure & Governance
All Bible and theological courses must be based on evangelical doctrine (see Evangelical Doctrine Statement). The organization and operation of the educational facility is in accord with appropriate statues. There is on file a copy of the legal instrument creating the educational organization. The organizational structure and charter must reflect adequate personnel to accomplish the stated purpose and goals of the educational institution.
STANDARD II: Material Resources
The institution must have as a minimum an administrative office with sufficient space to accommodate staff, appropriate files, and records. The institution must provide students with an annually updated list of library and media resources. The institution must have adequate media equipment to evaluate student requirements and project. Classroom facilities are adequate to accommodate student needs.
STANDARD III: Refund Policy
Students may change or drop a program at any time during the first week of classes. When a program is dropped or withdrawn from and no substitute is taken, no refund will be awarded after the first class. No refunds are given after the first class. There are no refunds awarded for book fees. A student must notify Bible Institute of America Inc. in writing of the intention to withdraw or drop a program.
STANDARD IV: Faculty
The institution maintains written criteria for faculty appointment. Faculty/Student ratio reflects realistic workload. Written faculty contracts are maintained and annually updated. Faculty payment policies are consistent and non-discriminatory. A method exists for faculty input into administrative decisions.
STANDARD V: Curriculum
The institution must maintain an annually updated list of courses offered. The institution has a curriculum committee that oversees academic offerings. Degree requirements are in keeping with generally accepted standards. Students must receive a copy of the degree plan. Course requirements for students are consistent within departments or divisions.
STANDARD VI: Evaluation
The institution maintains an organized evaluation system for student performance, organizational effectiveness, and faculty performance.
STANDARD VII: Payments
ALL financial payments are due on the 15 business day of each month. ALL financial payments are considered late on the 5th of each month. Any payments submitted after the 5th of the month will require a $15.00 late fee applied to the account. Any payments that have not been received by the 15th day of the month will categorize the student as discontinued. The student will not be able to return to classes until the payment has been submitted. If the student misses three classes during that time period the student will be dropped from courses. Students will be able to resume courses the following quarter. Payments made before the student was dropped will be able to be applied to the account if the student decides to return within 2 quarters. If a student doesn't return within 2 quarters, the student will have to begin the registration process.