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WASHINGTON BIBLE COLLEGE

Washington Bible College
6511 Princess Garden Parkway
Lanham, MD 20706

Official telephone: (301) 552-1400
Toll-free telephone: (800) 787-0256
Fax number: (301) 552-2775

Website: www.bible.edu


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Screen last updated on: May 21, 2007
ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Semester/term begin dates: in late August.
Calendar system: semester system (two terms comprise academic year)
Month(s) in which new student orientation is held: Orientation for new students held in August and January.
Number and length of summer sessions: Two summer sessions of five weeks each.

ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE
Majors with the highest enrollment: Psychology and Counseling, Degree Completion, Bible and Theology

REQUIRED UNDERGRADUATE CURRICULUM
General education/core curriculum is required: yes
Physical education is required: yes
There are religious requirements for graduation: yes

PROGRAMS OFFERED
Graduate studies homepage: www.bible.edu/
index.cfm?PAGE_ID=126
Special programs offered:
student-designed majors, accelerated program, internships, distance learning, external degree program, evening courses, adult education programs, online courses
Preprofessional programs offered:
pre-theology
Education certifications are offered: yes
Education certifications:
early childhood, elementary
Graduate schools/programs are offered: yes
Qualified undergraduates may take graduate-level classes: yes
Schools with which domestic exchange programs are offered: Focus on the Family Institute
Study abroad opportunities:
Study Abroad in Israel

LIST OF MAJORS
Associate's Degrees

  • Biblical Studies
Bachelor's Degrees

  • Bible Education
  • Church Music
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Elementary Education
  • Interdisciplinary Studies
  • Missions
  • Music Education
  • Music Performance
  • Pastoral Ministries
  • Pre-Seminary
  • Psychology/Counseling
  • Sports Ministry
  • Youth Ministries

ADVANCED CREDIT/PLACEMENT
Credit placement options:
  • credit for CEEB Advanced Placement (scores of 3 or higher)
  • credit for CLEP general
  • credit for CLEP subject
  • credit for DANTES
  • placement for school's own challenge exams
  • credit for relevant life experience
  • credit for international baccalaureate

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Selecting the right college is crucial since it can greatly influence the direction and path of your future. That’s why choosing a Christ-centered college is so important -- it will foster spiritual growth, provide intellectual development through biblical instruction, and prepare you for a God-centered life and career.

Washington Bible College has been dedicated to sending forth Christian men and women who are biblically trained and prepared to faithfully follow Jesus Christ. In fact, that’s why so many students choose Washington Bible College-to be challenged by a rigorous academic program and inspired to grow spiritually in an environment that seeks to glorify Christ in all things.

Of course, the best way to know for sure where God is leading you is to schedule a campus visit. College visits enable you to learn more about the spiritual, academic and social environment of a college than any catalog or viewbook. It allows you to acquaint yourself with students and faculty and then pray about what you experience. 

When it comes to experiencing first-hand the spiritual, educational, and social opportunities available at Washington Bible College, you’ll have many options and need only to decide which type of visit best suits you. Individualized appointments allow you to design your own day, while College Preview events incorporate all the elements of a traditional campus visit. You can also arrange to visit WBC with your high school or church youth group. In addition to exploring our campus, be sure to set aside time to visit all the exciting sites in nearby Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Annapolis!

During a Preview Event you can...

  • Attend classes
  • Experience a chapel service
  • Get to know our professors
  • Talk with students 
  • Enjoy meals in our dining hall
  • Tour our campus
  • Experience college life

To visit the campus or to receive information about Washington Bible College, call 877-793-7227 or email us at admissions@bible.edu.

 


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