CATALOG
THE ASSEMBLIES OF GOD EVANGEL THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY (AGETS)
6959 knott Ave., CA 90620
Tel. (714) 739-4710 Fax. (714) 739-4741
The Assemblies of God Evangel Theological Seminary in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, shall be operated in a manner which is free of discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, marital status, age, handicap, or veteran's status in any of its policies, practices or procedures.
STATEMENT
This publication is certified as true and correct in content and policy as of the date of publication. The Assemblies of God Evangel Theological Seminary does reserve the right to make changes of any nature in programs, finances, calendar, or academic schedules whenever these changes are deemed necessary or desirable, including changes in course content, class rescheduling, and the cancellation of scheduled classes or other academic activities. Changes in college work-study and student loan programs or policies are at the discretion of federal and state governments to which the Assemblies of God Evangel Theological Seminary.
GENERAL INFORMATION
INSTITUTIONAL PURPOSE, MISSION AND OBJECTIVES
The Assemblies of God Evangel Theological Seminary was established for the purpose of preparing men and women to answer Christ's call to His ministry. The seminary recognizes that the opportunities to continue Christ's work in the world are as diverse as the men and women who answer His call. To meet the educational needs of these men and women, the seminary provides advanced work for those interested in pastoral, missionary, evangelistic, counseling, and chaplaincy ministries, as well as teaching ministries in Bible colleges at home and abroad.
With this in mind, the specific educational objectives of the Assemblies of God Evangel Theological Seminary are:
1. To provide Christ-centered, biblically-oriented curricula which recognize the Bible as the inerrant and authoritative rule of faith and conduct and which are designed to enrich the learning experiences of students.
2. To provide advanced studies within the distinctive Assemblies of God Pentecostal theology, which recognizes the importance of declaring the whole counsel of God, including proper emphasis on the person and work of the Holy Spirit as revealed in the Word of God.
3. To provide a practical professional orientation designed to assist students in acquiring the attitudes and skills which will prepare them for places of leadership and/or for teaching ministries in Bible colleges at home and abroad, with a special emphasis on biblical preaching.
4. To provide academic excellence which will encourage students to develop the skills of research and holistic thinking into a lifelong experience.
5. To provide a spiritual environment in which the student will have an opportunity to develop the entire person as a servant of God, to increase appreciation for a biblical sense of values, and to appreciate the importance of worshipping God in spirit and in truth.
6. To provide a missionary and evangelistic emphasis which will help the student to cultivate a Christ-like spirit of concern for those who do not know Christ, and a spirit of commitment to exert every effort and to use every opportunity and means to bring the lost to Christ.
SCHOOL LOCATION AND FACILITIES
The main campus of Assemblies of God Evangel Theological Seminary is located at 6959 knott Avenue, City of Buena Park, Orange County, California. The City of is located in the central area of Orange County and practically surrounded by two major freeways 5 and 91. This location allows the school to easily get access to neighboring cities and Los Angeles area.
The total building space is 44,000 s.f. of which the land is 2.4 acres. Parking area provides 200 spaces including handicap parking. The new building was constructed in May of 2003 for the purpose of school as well as church.
AGETS has well-designed and equipped classrooms, offices, library, study rooms and auditorium. Main sanctuary(auditoriun) is over 9000 s.f.(capacity 495). This is a handsome and huge auditorium which can easily accommodate more than five hundred people at once. It has a wall to wall sound-proof attachment and beautiful pews. It also has a beautiful organ and a concert piano. The sound system is also excellent.
Social Hall: 3,075 s.f
Church Mission Center: All mission activities will be held at this place.
Library: It will be located in the Main Campus while a satellite library in the Satellite Campus.
Classrooms: It is well-designed and equipped to fit class purpose.
Offices: It is well-designed and equipped to fit office purpose.
Study and Research Rooms: AGETS has many sizable Group study rooms and Research rooms, especially for Ph.D level students.
Children's Playground: A carefully designed playground has been constructed for exercise of Christian Education Program.
Sand Play area: 3' High Masonry Wall with 3' High metal fence on top.
Patio: It is specially paved with overhead trellis.
Outdoor Seating Area: Concrete path with small flowering, accent trees.
II. SATELLITE CAMPUS
"Satellite" means an auxiliary classroom located within 50 miles of the main location. All of the following apply to AGETS' satellite campus: (1) Only educational services that are approved at the main location shall be offered at the satellite. (2) The institution shall maintain no permanent records of attendance or academic progress at the satellite. (3) No solicitation or enrollment of students shall occur at the satellite. (4) The satellite shall not be identified in any advertising.
Therefore, it does not have any independent administrative nor academic officers. It totally belongs to the main campus.
III. LIBRARY FACILITY AND ARRANGEMENTS
The library supports the academic programs by serving the research needs of students and faculty under professional librarian's guidance. It will be located in the Main Campus while a satellite library in the Satellite Campus. The initial collection will consist of approximately 7,000 volumes along with bound periodical volumes, individual periodical titles, reels of microfilm and audio and videocassette tapes. The AGETS is planning to stock 10,000 books until 1996, and it will provide the books continuously to the library.
The library offers openstack accessibility with facilities for group and individual study. The library serves students, faculty, alumni, administrative staff and area pastors. It is open Monday through Saturday, except for those public holidays and events observed by the School.
In addition to these resources, the library, by its participation in the Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) network, provides access to other libraries and information centers.
The library also will be a member of academic libraries cooperative which qualifies students for full borrowing privileges at area academic libraries.
The location of the Assemblies of God Evangel Theological Seminary in Orange County Mid Cities Area gives it access to a tremendous reservoir of valuable institutional resources. Specifically, within the seven miles of the School campus are located Talbot School of Theology, Biola University and Bethesda Christian University.
Students will have access to those libraries with a payment of the annual fee.
Specifically, the special research library for Ph.D level study will be provided at the Satellite Campus for its exclusive uses.
STUDENT CONDUCT
SPECIAL RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR CHRISTIANS
I. School Objectives and the Role of the individual
As a private educational institution in the charismatic Christian tradition, Assemblies of God Theological Seminary offers opportunity for men and women to prepare themselves to serve Christ and their fellow men with competence in the field of their calling. The School proposes to implement these objectives by maintaining an atmosphere conducive to such preparation.
Therefore, it should be understood that the School expects students to assume responsibility to familiarize themselves with the special rules and regulation with regards to the Christian student conduct, and to contribute to the community accordingly, to attend chapel services, to attend churches of their choice, and to refrain from the use of alcoholic beverages, tobacco, narcotics, and from gambling and dancing. It is assumed that students will exercise mature Christian judgment in regard to wearing apparel and entertainment.
It is assumed also that charity toward one another is the only appropriate response for a Christian; that each individual will accept responsibility for every colleague in that he or she will attempt to make the campus rapport one of understanding and grace in all interpersonal relationships. The role of the individual is beyond that of passive conformity; it is that of contributing positively to an atmosphere conducive to learning and the energizing presence of the Spirit of the Lord.
The School reserves the right to request withdrawal or refuse readmission to any student whose general conduct and influence are considered to be out of harmony with the School objectives which are essential to the academic, spiritual, and social welfare of the School.
II. Social Life
The School believes that a co-educational institution provides the most satisfactory atmosphere to educational experience. Conduct at all social gatherings is expected to meet the highest standards of Christian young people. Social activities under the supervision of the Office of Student are planned to give the students a well-rounded social life in keeping with these high standards.
III. Dress
In conformity with the best collegiate Christian standards, all students are expected to dress modestly and in good taste. To accomplish this, extremes in style should be avoided.
IV. Engagements and Marriage
The decision to become engaged is a personal one. Because, however, maximum effort should be directed toward the process of learning, students are encouraged to carefully consider their objective before becoming engaged. When a couple makes a decision, it would be advantageous for them to make an appointment for counseling with one of the counselors.
If marriage is contemplated during the school year, it is suggested that students have the ceremony performed during one of the vacation periods.
V. Chapel Attendance
Because Assemblies of God Theological Seminary is a Christian Educational institution it is assumed that all students will attend chapel. Chapel attendance is recorded and students should consult the counselor for details with regard to absences due to illness or work obligations. Excessive chapel absences will be the basis for disciplinary action by the administration.
STUDENT RIGHT-GRIEVANCES
Adequate safeguards are instituted to protect the right of students and the School and to ensure that grievances are handled fairly.
The grievance procedure is but one channel solving problems and should not take the place of negotiating in good faith or honest communication.
A grievance is a formal complaint by a student arising out of an alleged action of the School or faculty, administrators or officers of the School, such action being alleged by the student to be unauthorized or unjustified and adversely to affect the status, rights, or privileges of the student, including actions based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or veteran status.
A. The Need for Due Process
"Due Process" is a legal term that is concerned with the protection of rights: the rights of the individual student. Therefore, the School has incorporated due process into its administrative life as a protection of the individual student from errors in judgment by School decision-makers and also a protection of the School from being intemperately pressured from internal or external forces.
B. A Principle of Justice
Due process applies not only to a fair system of procedures but also to the validity of reasons given for decisions that are made within an institution. It is a principle of justice that each individual be protected from arbitrary decisions and from the occasional and unavoidable human weaknesses involved with institutional decision-making. It is also a simple principle of justice that no one be deprived of the exercise of a right without adequate reasons that, when necessary, can be explained in the public forum. On the other hand, it is necessary and just that the reputation of the School be protected on those occasions when allegedly unjust decisions are published in the public forum. This justice for the individual and for the School is the work of due process.
C. Grievance Procedures
When the School has made a decision, the student may request reconsideration and have the matter presented to the committee responsible for Student Affairs. If the committee had already been involved with the original decision, then the matter is submitted to the Faculty Committee.
1. All appeals from the decisions of the committee responsible for Student Affairs shall be made in writing by the student to the Faculty Committee within three weeks of the date on which the student was notified in writing of the action of the committee responsible for Student Affairs.
2. The Faculty Committee shall appoint, within one week of the written appeal, three or five persons (faculty members or Student Senate Officers) to act as an Appeals Board, a majority of who shall be full-time teaching faculty members. Members on the Appeals Board normally shall not include member of the committee responsible for Student Affairs.
3. The Appeals Board shall hold a hearing and shall report its findings in writing to the Faculty Committee within three weeks of the appointment of the Appeals Board. The hearing will include the student who is making the appeal, the appropriate Director of Program and Chairperson of committee of Student Affairs.
4. If the Appeals Board sustains the position of the committee of Student Affairs, an appeal may be made in writing by the student within two weeks, to the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors will hold a hearing and render a written decision within three weeks of receiving the written appeal from the student, which is final. The hearing will include the student who is making the appeal, the President, the appropriate Director of Program and the Chairperson of the committee of Student Affairs and of the Appeals Board.
5. If the Appeals Board does not sustain the recommendation of the committee for Student Affairs, the reasons shall be submitted in writing to the committee and one week shall be allowed for a response from the committee before the final action is taken by the Appeals Board.
6. It is the responsibility of the appropriate Director of Program to transmit all recommendations and to notify the student of all decision.
D. Student's Right to file a Complaint with the Council
If student has objection to the decision of the school, student has a right to file a complaint with the Council. The decision by the Council should be binding to both School and student.
COUNCIL FOR PRIVATE POSTSECONDARY AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION
1027 TENTH STREET, FOURTH FOOR
SACRAMENTO, CA 95814
(916) 4453427
TUITION AND FEES SCHEDULE AND REFUND POLICY
SCHEDULE OF STUDENT CHARGES AND STATEMENT ON POLICY FOR CANCELLATION AND REFUND
Expenses for students are moderate, in line with the AGETS' emphasis on a lifestyle rich in spiritual, cultural, social, and intellectual values, rather than materialism. The approximate costs listed in this section reflect estimated minimal expenses. Prices are subject to change at any time. Students who expect to take more units, keep a car, or travel widely, should plan their budgets accordingly. International students are required to have appropriate medical insurance.
Financial aid should not be expected. AGETS students are not eligible for government aid programs. Private scholarship funds are limited. A deferred payment plan allows payment of tuition in three installments over the semester.
TUITION
General Tuition
$ 100 per semester unit credit for Undergraduate course
$ 120 per semester unit credit for Graduate course
$ 200 per semester unit credit for Doctoral course
$ 50 per unit audit
Undergraduate students taking 12 or more units, and graduate students taking 9 or more units, for credit during one term may audit one course without charge, on a space-available basis, with the instructor's consent.
Spouse Tuition
If a student takes courses at $ 100 ($120 for Graduate course) per unit, his/her spouse may audit without charge, or take for credit at 30% of the full credit rate, any courses up to the number of units taken by the student from September through the following August. The courses need not be the same nor during the same term.
TUITION REFUND POLICY
Refund amounts are the same whether tuition is paid in advance or on a deferred payment plan. Those on deferred payment are expected to meet all financial obligations, including paying the full tuition due, less the refund indicated in Refund Schedule below.
REFUND SCHEDULE
The student has a right to a full refund of all charges less the amount of fifty dollars ($ 50) for the registration fee if he/she cancels this agreement prior to or on the first day of instruction. The amount retained for registration fee may not exceed one hundred dollars ($ 100). In addition, the student may withdraw from a course after instruction has started and receive a pro rata refund for the unused portion of the tuition and other refundable charges if the student has completed 60% or less of the instruction. For example, if the student completes only 30 hours of a 90-hour course and paid $300.00 tuition, the student would receive a refund of $ 200.00
Example:
|
Amount paid for instruction |
Rate paid for, but not received |
Refund amount |
|
$300 |
(90-30)/90 |
$200 |
ATTENDANCE TIME IN COURSE TUITION REFUND AMOUNT
End of 2nd week (up to 13%) 90%
End of 4th week (up to 27%) 75%
End of 10th week (up to 60%) 50%
After 10th week (60% and over) No Refund
The school will also refund money collected for sending to a third party on the student's behalf such as license or application fees. If the school cancels or discontinues a course or educational program, the school will make a full refund of all charges. Refunds will be paid within 30 days of cancellation or withdrawal.
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
STUDENT TUITION RECOVERY FUND
The Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) was established by the Legislature to protect any California resident who attends a private postsecondary institution from losing money if student prepaid tuition and suffered a financial loss as a result of the school closing, failing to live up to its enrollment agreement, or refusing to pay a court judgment.
To be eligible for STRF, student must be a "California resident" and reside in California at the time the enrollment agreement is signed or when student receives lessons at a California mailing address from an approved institution offering correspondence instruction. Student who is temporarily residing in California for the sole purpose of pursuing an education, specifically a student who holds student visa, is not considered a "California resident".
To qualify for STRF reimbursement, student must file a STRF application within one year of receiving notice from the Council that the school is closed. If student does not receive notice from the Council, student has 4 years from the date of closure to file a STRF application. If a judgment is obtained, student must file a STRF application within two years of the final judgment.
It is important that student should keep copies of the enrollment agreement, financial aid papers, receipts or any other information that documents the monies paid to the school.
Questions regarding STRF may be directed to:
COUNCIL FOR PRIVATE POSTSECONDARY AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION
1027 TENTH STREET, FOURTH FOOR
SACRAMENTO, CA 95814
(916) 4453427
MISCELLANEOUS FEES
$ 50 Charge-application for admission: degree students
$ 50 Charge-application for admission: auditors, visiting students
$ 20 Charge-readmission fee
No charge-registration fee per semester
$ 5 library fee per semester
$ 10 deferred payment plan
$ 5 registration change: add/drop, credit/audit, withdrawal
$ 15 late registration
$ 25 late payment charge, per payment
$200 graduation application: degrees
$ 20 Transcript first Copy Fee
$ 5 each additional transcript copy fee
$ 500 M.A/M.Div. Annual Standard Program Fee
$ 1,000 Ph.D Annual Program Fee
STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS
Expenses for Study Abroad Programs vary. Typically, a comprehensive fee is charge for group programs, covering travel, tuition and fees, room and board, books, and incidental expenses.
HOUSING
The AGETS does not provide any on-campus housing. Housing in the local area, however, is generally quite affordable and readily accessible. Students are encouraged to find housing in the vicinity of their field ministry assignment.
Assistance in locating off-campus housing is provided by student service center. The office maintains files that contain names, addresses, telephone numbers, rental prices, and other pertinent information about privately owned living accommodations. Listings include rooms with or without board, work in exchange for room and board, furnished and unfurnished apartments and houses, and opportunities to share. Service is limited to maintenance of lists; no rating or inspection service is provided and the AGETS does not arbitrate negotiations between householders and prospective tenants.
Approximate Expense for Academic Year (On-Campus Students: 9months)
B.A Student
$ 3,100 Tuition for 31 Units
$ 250 Books and Fees
$ 500 Personal expenses, minimal, no car
Total: $ 3,850
M.A/M.Div Student
$ 2,160 Tuition for 18 Units
$ 500 Annual Program fee
$ 250 Books and Fees
$ 500 Personal expenses, minimal, no car
Total: $ 3,410
Ph.D Student
$ 3,600 Tuition for 18 Units
$ 1,000 Annual Program fee
$ 250 Books and Fees
$ 500 Personal expenses, minimal, no car
Total: $ 5,350
SCHOLASTIC INFORMATION
ADMISSION STANDARDS
I. GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES
A. Standards of Assemblies of God Evangel Theological Seminary (AGETS)
Admission to Assemblies of God Evangel Theological Seminary is open to students whose goals are in accord with the School's purpose, who are willing to abide by the School's policies, whose educational objectives may be met by the School's programs, who are seriously committed to academic excellence, who show promise of success in their pursuit of an education, and who are self-reliant, flexible, and willing to sacrifice in breaking new ground in spiritual service appropriate to today's complex world.
In keeping with AGETS' purpose and focus, admission to School programs normally is granted to applicants from the Protestant evangelical constituency.
As a community committed to service, AGETS seeks to maintain a campus environment that is conducive to a cooperative lifestyle based on sound ethical values. Students and staff are expected to abide by School policies that enhance community life, and to act with consideration for others, maintaining a high standard of moral conduct. Individuals are encouraged to develop their own private lifestyle based on these principles.
In facilities, grounds and activities AGETS policies prohibit the use of violence, firearms (security personnel excepted), non-prescribed drugs, tobacco, and alcoholic beverages.
B. Non-Discrimination
Assemblies of God, Theological Seminary does not discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, race, color, or ethnic and national origin.
C. Academic Qualifications
Academic Qualifications for different programs vary, as indicated in each section. Applicants must have been in good standing at the last institution attended; exceptions require approval by the Admissions Committee.
D. Procedures
The Admissions committee screens applications for admission. AGETS reserves the right to limit the number of admission to specific programs each year. Students admitted to degree who demonstrate satisfactory progress will be eligible to proceed in their selected programs.
Application and reference Forms are available from the Office of Admissions. The application for admission should be filed with the Director of Admissions at least one month prior to the start of the term in which the student wishes to enroll. Some programs at the graduate level have earlier deadlines. Students may be admitted for any term, but should be aware that certain programs include some courses that are prerequisites for other courses.
II. DEGREE PROGRAM OF BACHELOR OF ARTS IN RELIGION (B.A in Religion)
A. Qualifications
Admissions to the baccalaureate degree program in Religion normally is granted to applicants who meet the School's General Qualifications & Procedures; who have a high school diploma with at least a 2.00 (C) grade point average (GPA) or have equivalent academic preparation, as determined by AGETS; who have attained at least 2.00 GPA in any university and other post-secondary studies attempted; and who show promise of success in the pursuit of the B.A. degree.
B. Procedures
Applicants should submit the following documents to the Director of Admission, using the forms provided by AGETS: undergraduate application form and fee, self-reported health record, admission essay, and examination results if required.
Applicants should arrange to have sent, directly from the preparer or the institution, to the Director of Admission: three AGETS recommendation forms, and official transcripts from the high school of graduation (or evidence of high school equivalency, such as GED results) and from each college, university, and other educational institution attended since high school.
III. DEGREE PROGRAM OF MASTER OF DIVINITY (M. Div.)
A. Qualifications
Admission to graduate degree programs for the M.Div is granted to those who meet the School's General Qualifications & Procedures and whose records indicate their ability to pursue advanced study and research. Admission normally requires a bachelor's or master's degree from a regionally accredited liberal arts institution or seminaries.
B. Procedures
Applicants should submit the following documents to the Director of Admission, using the forms provided by AGETS; the graduate application form and fee, self-reported health record, and an admissions essay.
All applicants should arrange to have sent, directly from the preparer or the institution, to the Director of Admission: three AGETS recommendation forms, and official transcripts from each college, university, and other educational institution attended since high school.
IV. DEGREE PROGRAM OF MASTER OF ARTS IN RELIGION (M.A in Religion)
A. Qualifications
Admission to graduate degree programs for the M.A in Religion is granted to those who meet the School's General Qualifications & Procedures and whose records indicate their ability to pursue advanced study and research. Admission normally requires a bachelor's or master's degree from a regionally accredited liberal arts institution or seminaries.
B. Procedures
Applicants should submit the following documents to the Director of Admission, using the forms provided by AGETS; the graduate application form and fee, self-reported health record, and an admissions essay.
All applicants should arrange to have sent, directly from the preparer or the institution, to the Director of Admission: three AGETS recommendation forms, and official transcripts from each college, university, and other educational institution attended since high school.
V. DEGREE PROGRAM OF DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN RELIGION (Ph.D in Religion)
A. Qualifications
Admission to graduate degree programs for the Ph.D in Religion is granted to those who meet the School's General Qualific