College-bound students must take into account an amazing array of details as they finally decide where to enroll. For the Christian student, an additional characteristic should be considered—compatibility with his or her beliefs and lifestyle. At International Christian College & Seminary, we believe there are some very important things to consider when choosing a college.
Relationships are an important part of any educational experience. Though we are an online university, we work hard to create an environment where students are able to connect with one another and developing lasting relationships. Through our programs at International Christian College & Seminary you will interact with other Christians from all over the country and even around the world, broadening your perspective on life, faith, and God.
In addition to relationships, a Christian university or college will normally provide an atmosphere more familiar to Christian students. A non-Christian campus, especially a large one, can be quite a shock to incoming freshmen and particularly challenging to those with already established jobs or families. We can provide just as many opportunities without all the distractions and stress, without compromising the excellence of education or the convenience of learning from home. This is not to say that believers should be shut away from the world or be afraid of their neighbors, but understanding where you learn and will grow most is important. Our curriculum is designed to challenge you where you are without demanding more than you can give.
A final benefit of Christian higher education is perhaps the most significant. The quality of a Christian college experience is higher than any other. Christian educators have an additional motivation to do their work with excellence—the call of Christ on their lives to do just that (I Cor. 10:31, Col. 3:17). Quality may also be enhanced by the emphasis on subjects and teaching deemed by God to be of first importance. A biblical focus will inform the manner, content, and even the scope of an educational experience, and Christian schools may be less influenced by cultural (or educational) fads.
A Christian college or university should also teach from a biblical worldview. Ultimately, there is little point in attending a school that calls itself “Christian” if it does not approach all truth as being from God. We at International Christian College & Seminary strive to constantly reflect and ensure our teachings are biblical and based on Christ’s teachings. A biblical worldview will see God as the source of truth in mathematics, science, history, and all other disciplines. Christians believe that God not only made all things, but also knows them intimately. Therefore, His lordship over our studies is not limited to biblical studies.
Not all students have the same needs, not even all Christian students. For many, though, International Christian College & Seminary is the right choice. Choosing a college should provide a positive educational experience and a strong biblical foundation for all the things God will call upon them to do in the years that follow. We hope you will consider us as you make a decision about your future and encourage you to ask any question you might have! We invite you to give us a try and see how God is waiting to use you in the world! You can find us online at http://iccsonlinebiblecollege.com/, and we look forward to hearing from you soon!