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Ivy Christian College
2015-2017
Associate in Biblical Studies
&
E.S.L.Program
“Continue thou in the things which thou hast
learned and hast been assured of, knowing of
whom thou hast learned [them]” (II Tim.3:14).
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Table of Contents
Welcome! .................................................................................................................................... 4
HISTORY OF THE COLLEGE .................................................................................................... 5
ACCREDITATION .................................................................................................................... 6
DOCTRINAL STATEMENT ........................................................................................................ 6
MISSION STATEMENT ............................................................................................................ 10
PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION ............................................................................................... 11
DISTINCTIVES OF THE „ICC‟ .................................................................................................. 12
INSTITUTIONAL GOALS OF THE COLLEGE........................................................................ 13
EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES FOR THE STUDENTS .......................................................... 13
THE CODE OF CONDUCT ........................................................................................................ 14
ORGANIZATIONAL CHART ................................................................................................. 15
ADMISSION INFORMATION ................................................................................................ 16
SPIRITUAL REQUIREMENTS........................................................................................... 16
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS....................................................................................... 17
APPLICATION PROCESS .................................................................................................. 17
APPLICATION FOR ADMISSIONS ................................................................................... 17
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS ....................................................................................... 17
NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE FOR ADMISSIONS ................................................. 18
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ADMISSIONS ................................................................. 18
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS – FINANCIAL STATEMENTS REQUIRED ............... 19
IINTERNATIONAL STUDENT VISA REQUIREMENTS .............................................. 19
HOW TO APPLY FOR PROGRAMS .................................................................................. 19
*FOR U.S. RESIDENT APPLICANTS ............................................................................. 19
*FOR INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS (I-20 Required). .............................................. 20
DRUG FREE WORK PLACE POLICY .............................................................................. 22
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY; Non-Discrimination Policy ........................................................ 22
SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY .................................................................................... 23
RACIAL HARASSMENT POLICY ..................................................................................... 23
ACADEMIC FREEDOM ...................................................................................................... 26
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION POLICY ................................................................. 27
ENROLLMENT INFORMATION .............................................................................................. 29
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ACADEMIC SCHEDULE .................................................................................................... 29
GRADING SYSTEM............................................................................................................ 29
TRANSFER STUDENTS ..................................................................................................... 30
COURSE REGULATION..................................................................................................... 30
THE ICC HONOR SYSTEM.............................................................................................. 33
SPIRITUAL LIFE OF STUDENTS ...................................................................................... 34
ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES ........................................................................................ 35
ABILITY-TO-BENEFIT POLICY............................................................................................ 36
FINANCIAL INFORMATION/POLICY .................................................................................... 37
TUITION AND FEES .......................................................................................................... 37
PAYMENT PLANS .............................................................................................................. 38
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE/SCHOLARSHIPS.................................................................... 39
FINANCIAL APPEALS ....................................................................................................... 41
REFUND POLICY .............................................................................................................. 41
Student Complaint Procedures .................................................................................................. 42
EMERGENCY PLAN .............................................................................................................. 44
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS COLLEGE PROGRAM (Associate in Biblical Studies) ................ 45
ASSOCIATE (A.B.S) IN BIBLICAL STUDIES ................................................................... 46
ASSOCIATE IN BIBLICAL STUDIES – Credit Requirements ........................................ 47
A.B.S PROGRAM COURSE DESCRIPTIONS .................................................................. 48
BIBLICAL STUDIES PROGRAM POLICY .................................................................... 51
ENGLISH AS SECOND LANGUAGE (E.S.L.) PROGRAM ..................................................... 54
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES ............................................................................ 54
PROGRAM OVERVIEW.................................................................................................... 56
E.S.L. PROGRAM POLICY ............................................................................................. 57
E.S.L. PROGRAM COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ................................................................ 60
FACULTY OF THE „ICC‟........................................................................................................... 61
FACULTY LISTING................................................................................................................ 61
ADMINISTRATION ................................................................................................................ 63
BOARD OF TRUSTEES .......................................................................................................... 64
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Welcome!
Dear Student:
The scriptural admonition, “study to show yourselves approved unto God,” is foundational to
Ivy Christian College. In every generation God calls his people to “make a difference” as they
know and live the Scripture. The Ivy Christian College is committed to providing a quality
undergraduate education that integrates the truths of our Lord God‟s Word with all knowledge.
Upon the basis of these commitments, the mission of ICC is to provide the best training possible
for men and women who are preparing for the gospel ministry in the church of our Lord Jesus
Christ.
One focus shapes our approach to theological education: equipping students with the toolsacademic and practical-that will enable them to fulfill the primary calling of ministers of the
Word, to preach and teach the gospel of the kingdom of our Lord Jesus Christ.
You will specialize in a professional program and earn an approved degree as the benefit of
getting an ICC education. After you have read this catalog, why not visit ICC‟s campus, attend
classes and chapel, and talk with the faculty and students?
Cordially in Christ
David Y. Pak
Dr. David Y. Pak
President
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HISTORY OF THE COLLEGE
Ivy Christian College was founded by Jane Choi, under the leadership of Dr. David Y. Pak, on
March, 2006 for the purpose of training qualified ministers wholly committed to the Word of
God. The hope of the College is to launch a true ethnic Christian Theological training college
with the aim of reforming Lord Jesus‟ churches in the USA.
Ivy Christian College has received approval from the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia
(SCHEV) as Institution of Religious Exemption for expansion of the Kingdom of God in this world. In
April, 2014, the ICC acquired accreditation from Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and
Schools (TRACS), a national accrediting body for Christian institutions.
ICC is related to the Baptist Churches in America through its church courts. Presently, the ICC is
sponsored by and responsible to several Korea Church of the Baptist Churches in America. The
ICC also works very closely with the Theological Seminary Program of the Southern Baptist
Churches in the USA.
The main campus is located at 9401 Mathy Dr. Fairfax, Virginia. School offices are open from 9:00
A.M– 7:00 P.M Monday through Thursday and Friday from 9:00 A.M – 6:00 P.M. except on
holidays noted in the Academic Calendar. The School telephone numbers are (703) 425-4143 and
the Fax number is (703) 425- 4148. We also have a learning site at 13890 Braddock Rd.,
Centreville, VA.
This Catalog is issued to supply information and is subject to edits and revisions at any time. The
ICC reserves the right to advance and revise requirements for admissions, degrees, schedules,
charges for tuition and other fees, and all regulations affecting students, whether incoming or
previously enrolled. Inquiries and applications for admission should be directed to: The Director
of Admissions.
Ivy Christian College
9401 Mathy Dr., Fairfax VA 22031
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ACCREDITATION
The Ivy Christian College is a member of the Transnational Association of Christina Colleges
and Schools(TRACS) [PO Box 328, Forest, VA 24551; Telephone: 434-525-9539; e-mail:
[email protected]] having been awarded accreditation s a Category I institution by TRACS‟s
Accreditation Commission on October 30, 2013; this status is effective for a period of 5 years.
TRACS is recognized by the United States Department of Education(USDE), the Council for
Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and the International Network for Quality Assurance
Agencies in Higher Education (INQAAHE).
DOCTRINAL STATEMENT
The doctrinal position of ICC is historically that of conservative reformed theology, evangelical
Christianity. Ivy Christian College rests firmly upon the integrity and inerrancy of the Holy
Scriptures and, therefore, wholeheartedly accepts the great Doctrines of the historic Christian
faith.
Traditionally, ICC graduates stand for these great truths, and it is the desire of ICC to continue to
provide personnel for service in these ranks. ICC will maintain its theological position. To guarantee
that ICC will maintain its theological position, each member of Board of Trustee, Faculty, and
Teaching Staff is required initially and annually to engage in and subscribe to the following
Statement of Belief and Covenant. Also the Doctrinal Statement, which every board, administration,
staff and faculty member must sign, is the following Statement of Belief and Covenant. The Board,
Administration, and Faculty believe:
1. The Holy Scriptures
We believe the Holy Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments to be the verbally inspired Word
of God, the final authority for faith and life, inerrant in every matter in the original writing,
infallible and God-breathed (2 Timothy 3:16-17).
2. The Godhead
We believe in one Triune God, eternally existing in three persons- Father, Son, and Holy Spiritco-eternal in being, co-identical in nature, co-equal in power and glory, and having the same
attributes and perfections (Deuteronomy 6:4; 2 Corinthians 13: 14).
3. The Person and Work of Christ
We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ, eternally God, became man, without ceasing to be God,
having been conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary , in order that He might
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reveal God and redeem sinful men (Luke 1:35; John 1:1,2, 14).
We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ accomplished our redemption through His death on the
cross as a representative, vicarious, substitution sacrifice; and that our justification is made sure
by His literal, physical resurrection from the dead (Romans 3:24-25; Ephesians 1:7; 1 Peter 1:3-5;
2:24).
We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ ascended to heaven, and is now exalted at the right hand of
God, where, as our High Priest, He fulfills the ministry of Representative, Intercessor, and
Advocate (Acts 1: 9-11; Romans 8:34; Hebrews 7:25; 9:24; 1 John 2:1-2).
4. The Person and Work of the Holy Spirit
We believe that the Holy Spirit is a person who convicts the world of sin, of righteousness, and of
judgment; revealing Christ to men and enabling them to believe; and, that He is the supernatural
agent in regeneration, baptizing all believers into the body of Christ, indwelling and sealing them
unto the day of redemption (John 16:8-11; Romans 8:9; 1 Corinthians 12:12-14; 2 Corinthians
3:6; Ephesians 1:13-14).
We believe that He guides believers into all truth, anoints and teaches them, and that it is the
privilege and duty of all the saved to be filled with the Spirit (John 16:13; Ephesians 5:18; 1 John
2:20, 27).
5. The Creation and Man
We believe that the book of Genesis presents a historically accurate account of the origin of man,
the fall of Adam and Eve, and consequently the entire human race, the worldwide flood, the call
of Abraham, and the origin of God's chosen people, Israel. Included in this is our belief that
special creation of the existing universe, consisting of time, space, and matter, was accomplished
in six literal, twenty-four hour days, as detailed in Genesis chapter one.
We believe that man was created in the image and likeness of God, but that when man sinned the
human race fell and became alienated from God. Man, thus, is totally depraved and of himself,
utterly unable to remedy his lost condition. (Genesis 1:26-27; 5:2; Psalm 51; Romans 3:22-23;
5:12; Ephesians 2: 1-3, 12).
6. Salvation
We believe that salvation is the gift of God brought to man by grace and received by personal and
purposeful faith in the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ, whose precious blood was
shed on Calvary for the forgiveness of sins (1 Corinthians 15:1-5; Ephesians 1:7; 2:8-10; 1 Peter
1:18-19).
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We believe that while the death and resurrection of Christ is sufficient provision for the salvation
of all men, only those who exercise saving faith will have forgiveness of sin and receive eternal
life. Those who so exercise faith are then regenerated, baptized by the Holy Spirit into Christ, and
granted every spiritual blessing in Christ (Romans 6:3-4; 1 Corinthians 12:13; Ephesians 1:3-4;
2:8-9; Philippians 2:13; Titus 3:5; 1 John 2:2).
7. The Eternal Security and Assurance of Believers
We believe that all the justified, once saved, are kept by God's power and are thus secure in
Christ forever (John 6:37-40; 10:27-30; Romans 8: 1, 38; 1 Corinthians 1 :4-8; 1 Peter 1 :5).
We believe that it is the privilege of believers to rejoice in the assurance of their salvation
through the testimony of God's Word; which, however, clearly forbids the use of Christian liberty
as an occasion to the flesh (Romans 13: 13-14; Galatians 5: 13; Titus 2: 11-15: 1 John 5: 10-13).
8. The Two Natures of the Believer
We believe that the regenerated person retains his corrupt, sinful, depraved nature, but at the
moment of salvation also becomes a partaker of the divine nature, capable of pleasing God
through the ministries of the indwelling Holy Spirit (Romans 6:13; 8:12-13; Galatians 5:16-25;
Ephesians 4:22-24; Colossians 3:9-10; 1 Peter 1:14-16; 1 John 3:5-9).
9. Separation
We believe that all the saved should live in such a manner as not to bring reproach upon their
Savior and Lord; and, that separation from all religious apostasy, all worldly and sinful pleasures,
practices and associations is commanded by God (Romans 12: 1-2, 14: 13; 2 Corinthians 6:147:1; 2 Timothy 3:1-5; 1 John 2:15-17; 2 John 9-11).
10. Missions
We believe that it is the obligation of the saved to witness by life and by word to the truths of
Holy Scripture and to seek to proclaim the Gospel to all mankind (Matthew 28: 19-20; Mark 16:
15; Acts 1 :8; 2 Corinthians 5: 19-20).
11. Ministry and Spiritual Gifts
We believe that God is sovereign in the bestowing of all His gifts; that the gifts of evangelist and
pastor-teacher are given to the church for the equipping of the saints today; that each believer has
a spiritual gift for the purpose of ministry to others, such as the gifts of ministry, helps, leadership,
administration, exhortation, giving, mercy, and teaching; that the gifts of prophecy, speaking in
tongues, and the working of sign miracles ceased as the New Testament Scriptures were
completed and their authority became established (Romans 12:6-8; 1 Corinthians 12:4-11; 2
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Corinthians 12:12; Ephesians 4:7-12; 1 Peter 4:10).
We believe that God does hear and answer the prayer of faith, in accord with His own will, for
the sick and afflicted (John 15:7; James 5: 14-15; 1 John 5: 14-15).
We believe in the autonomy of the local church (Acts 13: 1-4; 20:28; Romans 16:1; 1 Corinthians
3:9, 16; 5:4-7; 1 Peter 5:1-4).
We recognize the ordinances of water baptism and the Lord's Supper as a scriptural means of
testimony for the church today (Matthew 28: 19-20; Acts 2:41-42; 18:8; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26).
12. The Personality of Satan
We believe that Satan is a person, the author of sin and cause of the fall; that he is the open and
declared enemy of God and man; and, that he shall be eternally punished in the lake of fire (Job 1
:6-7; Isaiah 14:12-17; Matthew 4:2-11; Revelation 20:11).
13. The Second Advent of Christ
We believe in that "blessed hope," the personal, imminent, pre-tribulation and premillennial
coming of the Lord Jesus Christ for the church; and in His subsequent return to earth, with His
saints, to establish His Millennial Kingdom, which will begin only after the second advent
(Zechariah 14:4-11; 1 Thessalonians 1: 10; 4: 13-18; 5:9; Revelation 3: 10; 19:11-16; 20:1-6).
14. The Eternal State
We believe in the bodily resurrection of all men, the saved to eternal life, and the unsaved to
judgment and everlasting punishment (Matthew 25:46; John 5:28-29; 11:25-26; Revelation 20:56; 22:12).
We believe that the souls of the justified are, at death, absent from the body and present with the
Lord, where in conscious bliss they await the first resurrection, when soul and body are reunited
to be glorified forever with the Lord (Luke 23:43; 2 Corinthians 5:8; Philippians 1:23; 3:32; 1
Thessalonians 4:16-17; Revelation 20:4-6). We believe that the souls of unbelievers remain, after
death, in conscious misery until the second resurrection, when with soul and body reunited they
shall appear at the Great White Throne Judgment, and shall be cast into the lake of fire, not to be
annihilated, but to suffer everlasting conscious punishment (Matthew 25:41-46; Mark 9:43-48;
Luke 16:19-26; 2 Thessalonians 1: 7-9; Jude 6- 7; Revelation 20: 11-15).
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How should we then live in view of the biblical message about the future?
We should live according to Scripture, live as though we would appear before our Lord God in a
matter of minutes or hours. As we so live, we should view every opportunity as though it might be
the last one we will ever have. The Bible does not teach God‟s people to fold their hands and wait
idly for Christ‟s return. Rather, it emphasizes the need to be actively serving while we wait for
God‟s Son from heaven.
MISSION STATEMENT
Ivy Christian College exists to provide trained personnel for the global proclamation of the
Gospel and for serving in leadership roles in Bible-believing churches.
ICC seeks to fulfill its purpose by providing a variety of lifelong learning opportunities for
individuals and churches, including adult continuing education classes, seminars, publications and
media resources, as well as by providing theological leadership for the Christian community and
world for glory of triune God.
In fulfilling this purpose, ICC seeks to develop the following competencies in its graduates. We
believe that each of these competencies is intimately and necessarily related to others. Effective
ministry requires spiritually sensitive application and integration of all of these competencies.
TO WALK WITH THE TRIUNE GOD
Grace: Understands and is personally committed to the Gospel of grace as understood in our
standards.
Lifestyle: Exhibits spiritual maturity and Christ-like character growing out of the love of Christ.
Servant hood: Demonstrates a heart to serve triune God and others in one’s family, church, and
world.
AND TO LEAD GOD’S PEOPLE
Relational skills: Relates to others with evident respect, sensitivity, and concern to serve, even
when there are differences of culture, belief, or values.
Leadership: Leads others in walking with God in accordance with gifts and callings (e.g.,
preaching, teaching, counseling, evangelizing, mercy ministry) - modeling Christ’s courage,
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individual and corporate, private and public.
Vision: Seeks to advance the cause of Christ among diverse peoples and cultures within North
America and throughout the world for glory of the triune God.
PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION
1. The ICC is a Bible College; the Bible is the heart of the curriculum, in contrast to a program
that is essentially philosophical or sociological. The absolute inerrancy and authority of the
Scripture are paramount. Because we emphasize the primacy of the Word of God, we believe that
the tools of exegesis are essential in preparing students for the ministry, so that they may become
capable expositors of the Word of God.
2. The doctrinal distinctive of the ICC (see Doctrinal Position), rooted in a proper exegesis of
the Scripture, are regarded as “absolutes”, and they are to be upheld as such by the faculty and
communicated clearly to each student.
3. We are aware that teaching sound doctrine alone is not enough. This doctrine must be
translated into practical Christian service. Therefore, our faculty must not only be highly
qualified in academics and instructional methodologies, but they also must be excellent spiritual
and moral examples.
Recognizing the limitations of a primarily academic setting, we seek to instill within the student a
deep love for God and His Word, a heart for evangelism and missions, and the integration of
biblical teaching and values into every aspect of life. We also believe that it is imperative for
students to be involved in practical “hands-on” ministry and mission to complement their College
studies.
4. A primary goal of ICC is to provide quality collegiate education. The ICC is a Christian
academic community in the tradition of evangelical institutions of higher education. As such, ICC
continues the philosophy of education which first gave rise to the College, summarized in the
following proposition:
God, the infinite source of all things, has shown us truth through Christ in nature, history, and,
above all, in Scripture. Persons are spiritual, rational, moral, social and physical, created in the
image of God. They are, therefore, able to know and to value themselves and other persons, the
universe and God.
Education as the process of teaching and learning, involves the whole person, developing the
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knowledge, values, and skills which enable the individual to change freely.
DISTINCTIVES OF THE ‘ICC’
Bible and the Confessional Standards of the church, the ICC is dedicated to the following
distinctive principles:
1. Belief in the plenary verbal inspiration of Scripture resulting in an inerrant Word as it was
originally given by God, and, therefore, the only infallible rule of faith and practice.
2. As a college that takes God‟s Word seriously, the ICC is committed to the training of
men and women in the original languages of Scripture, so that they can read the original
text of the Word. Along with this emphasis, attention is given to the study of Textual
Criticism, so that the student can learn to make sound judgments about the original text of
the Word. The ICC is also committed to instruction in the proper rules of biblical
interpretation.
3. Belief that the biblical form of Church government is the Baptist form, which is essential
to the well-being of the Church, though not necessary to its being. Belief in the Great
Commission as the one and only mission of the Church. The Christian individually and in
association with others, has obligations to function in all spheres of life by developing and
practicing the full implications of the Christian world and life view in every human
relationship and in all aspects of life and society under the Lordship of Christ.
The Church, on the other hand, should not presume to enter into spheres of activity
where it has neither calling nor competence. Christ gave but one Great Commission to the
Church, namely to evangelize the world and to teach all things that He has taught us.
4. Belief in Dynamic Spiritual Emphasis as a student must be walking in fellowship with
God (the Holy Spirit) so that he or she can be taught by the Holy Spirit. The cultivation of
the spiritual life is inseparably fused with the scholarly study of biblical and related subjects,
thus providing an unusual classroom climate and a distinct theological education. All this
is designed to prepare students to communicate the Word of God in the power of the Holy
Spirit.
5. Belief in a Strong Commitment to Missions; ICC is firmly committed to promoting the
missionary enterprise throughout the world. This Commitment is demonstrated in a
variety of ways that provide exposure for students to the diverse nature of missions and the
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unique opportunities for career service in missions.
6. Emphasis on the practical as well as the theological aspects of ministry. The ICC believes
that learning “how” to minister is as important as learning “what” to minister, and
therefore trains as well as instructs.
“Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the
Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have
commanded you: and, Lord, I am with you always, [even] unto the end of the world. Amen”
(Matt.28: 19-20).
INSTITUTIONAL GOALS OF THE COLLEGE
Based on its Mission Statement, Ivy Christian College endeavors:
1.
To instruct students in biblical knowledge based on the authoritative, inerrant
Word of God.
2.
To help students integrate biblical principles into the personal, social and
professional areas of their lives.
3.
To train students to communicate effectively to impact their world.
4.
To stimulate within students a spirit of inquiry, investigation and critical
thinking so as to equip them to be lifelong learners.
5.
To equip students for various kinds of service in the context of the local church
and other Christian ministries.
To challenge all students at the college to understand and believe the gospel of
Jesus Christ.
6.
EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES FOR THE STUDENTS
Each graduate of Ivy Christian College will be able to:
1. Demonstrate a sound knowledge of the Scriptures, as evidenced by successful completion of
the coursework within the program and improved scores on a standardized Bible test.
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2. Define and systematically summarize one‟s theological understanding as evidenced by a
comprehensive, personal statement of faith.
3. Present a reasoned defense of one‟s beliefs that is intellectually and rationally sound.
4. Apply biblical principles in his lifestyle and ministry internship.
5. Communicate effectively the Gospel through sermons, Bible studies, and/or witnessing, in the
context of his gifts and calling, whether at home or on the mission field.
THE CODE OF CONDUCT
Traditionally, a code of conduct is a list of rules with consequences. The Board has stated the
code of conduct of ICC in a way that reflects the grace of God. It is included in official publications.
Trustees, administrators, faculty, staff, and students must agree to abide by the code and so state
in writing. Ivy Christian College affirms that:
1. Each Christian is to be Christ like in attitude and action. This is neither automatic nor
instantaneous, but a growth process. This Christ likeness does not come by observing certain
outward expectations, but comes from within as the indwelling Spirit of God energizes the
believer submitted to God (Romans 12:12; Philippians 2:1213). As believers walk in fellowship
with the Lord, being controlled and enabled by the Holy Spirit, they are changed to be more and
more like Him (2 Corinthians 3:18; Philippians 2: 1213, 1 John 1:47).
2. Believers are to glorify God in their bodies and are to live holy lives (1 Corinthians 6:19, 20;
1 Peter 1:13 16). Love toward God is evidenced by love for those without Christ (note Paul‟s
example in 2 Corinthians 5:14 and Acts 18:5) and by love for fellow believers (1 John 3:16; 4:78).
3. Living by God‟s grace, believers are to avoid even the appearance (every form) of wrongdoing (1
Thessalonians 5:22). Believers are called to freedom, but this is not to be an opportunity for the
works of the flesh (Galatians 5:13).
4. Individuals who, after spiritual instruction (Galatians 6:1), continue to dishonor the Lord by
persisting in un-Christ like behavior or unruly conduct may, after due process, be dismissed from
ICC (1 Thessalonians 5:14).
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ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
Organization & Administration
Board of Trustees
President (CEO)
Dr. David Y. Pak
Chief
Operating
Officer
(COO)
Director of
I.E.P
Academic
Dean
Director
of Student
Affairs
Director of
Finance
Mr. Byung
Kim
Rev. Younsik
Lee
Dr. Chang
K. Kim
Rev. Seok
W. Moon
Mr. Sung
Kim
Director of
Admission
& ESL
Program
Mr. Byung
Kim
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Director of
Library
Hannah
Lee
(Acting
Director)
Director of
Faculty &
A.D.B.S&
B.B.S
Program
Dr. David
H. Kim
Director of
B.B.A
Program
Director of
Registrar
Mr.
Charles
Kim
Mrs. Holly
Yoo
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ADMISSION INFORMATION
Ivy Christian College is an Equal Opportunity higher education institution, open to any
qualified individual without regarding race, religion, sex, age, color, nation or ethnic origin, or
disability. This non-discriminatory policy includes admission policies, scholarships and loan
programs, and other institution administered programs, except where required by specific
religious tenets held by the institution.
In examining the credential of applicants, admissions personnel consider the applicant‟s Christian
experience, commitment and character. Academic ability as revealed in high school and college
grade point averages (GPA) and standardized test scores as well as extra-curricular activities
contributes to the decision-making process.
An official transcript or diploma of the applicant‟s previous high school or collegiate academics
must be on file at the ICC by the time of registration. Each prospective student is to request their
official transcript from their high school or prior collegiate program of study; the ICC will not
make the request. The Admissions staff (including the Director of Admissions & ESL Program and
the Academic Dean) may also accept students on a provisional basis (prior to receiving and
reviewing official transcripts) following an applicant interview process. Non-degree earning
students as well as students who are not able to pursue a full time program of theological study,
may be admitted to ICC by members of the faculty.
SPIRITUAL REQUIREMENTS
The spiritual requirements for study at the College have equal priority with all academic
requirements. Because the College prepares its students for a spiritual ministry, it must seek certain
spiritual qualities in prospective students. Therefore, each applicant for admission is required to
submit the following items:
(1) A statement of personal conversion and of Christian experience and service.
(2) A signed application form which indicates that the applicant (a) is in agreement with the
doctrinal position of the College, as found in the doctrinal statement of this catalog, and (b)
will abide cheerfully by the spirit and standards of the College. Applicants who are not in full
agreement with the College‟s doctrinal position may request Special Student status.
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(3) The name and address of at least three persons who can testify to the applicant‟s Christian or
moral character and suitability for undergraduate study. Whenever possible, these should
include the pastor of the applicant‟s home church, the dean or faculty advisor of the college
which granted the applicant‟s undergraduate degree, and an employer or teacher.
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
The ability to perform successfully in the College‟s academic environment is judged by the
student‟s previous educational experience and test scores, with greater emphasis being placed
upon the former.
(1) Complete Transcripts - The prospective student is responsible for having complete transcripts of
all past school credit sent directly from the institution to the Director of Admissions of the ICC.
(2) Grades - Four factors are considered in relation to the applicant‟s high school grades: (A) the
overall grade point average; (B) the applicant„s class rank and the school size; (C) the grade pattern
from the freshman to senior year; (D) the grades earned in subjects important to the College‟s
curriculum. It is normally expected that the applicant should rank in the upper half of the high
school class and have a 2.0 or above grade point average (on a 4.0 system). Transfer students are
also expected to have attained a 2.0 GPA in previous college work. Transfer students with a GPA
of less than 2.0 may be accepted provisionally.
(3) English Proficiency Test Score or Certificate – for applicants whose native language is not
English or Korean, a minimum of 61 iBT TOEFL score; ICC ESL program completion of
advanced level; or achieving a minimum of B2 level in Oxford English Testing.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Application for Admissions
The ICC accepts new students at the beginning of each quarter. Applicants are required to submit
to the Office of Admissions, an Admissions Application: To obtain an Application Form, call
(703) 425-4143 and ask for the Office of Admissions and information or you may complete the
online application at www.ivy.edu
Admissions Requirements
1. All applicants must be 17 years or older by the beginning of the first term, and must be
high school graduates (copies of transcript, diploma or attestation (only for ESL)
required).
2. Applicants must pay the non-refundable Application fee ($100 for all applicants and an
additional $120 for International students for processing fee).
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3. Fulfillment of English Language Competency Requirements (Not required for ESL
program enrollments).If English is not your first language, you are required to submit
official scores from an English proficiency examination, regardless of citizenship. English
language competency requirement may be fulfilled through any one of the following
options:
A. Oxford Exam: An overall CEF score level of B-2 or higher, (which also
includes a score level of B-2 or higher in the Listening portion) will fulfill the
minimum English level competency exam portion requirement.
B. English Language Competency (TOEFL): TOEFL Score of at least 61 iBT OR
a level 6 IELTS exam score, OR
C. Satisfactory completion of at least two academic years (60 semester credits/90
quarter credits) of education at the baccalaureate level from an institution
accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
D. Successful completion of ICC‟s ESL program.
4. ESL Applicants are required to pay a $20.00 fee for the English Proficiency placement
test to determine their program entrance level.
5. Receipt of official transcripts confirming the academic requirements for program
admissions has been met. Specifically:
6. Completion of all enrollment documents.
Notification of Acceptance for Admissions
When the applicant is accepted for admissions and given final approval by the Director of
Admissions, the candidate is sent an acceptance package, which includes:
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Acceptance letter
Summary of transfer credit (if applicable)
Enrollment Agreement
Any additional admissions forms
The ESL Program only accepts full-time students. Student will have 225 clock hours of
instruction for 10 weeks and are required to meet at least 80% of the total attendance (180 clock
hours/quarter).
The Office of Admissions receives, and processes all applications. All admission documents filed
to the College become the property of the College and will not be returned to the student.
International Student Admissions
ICC issues I-20 forms to international students. As a result, each prospective international student
must contact the Office of Admissions regarding preparation of the student VISA.
After processing your completed application, the Admissions Office will inform you of its
decision. It is wise to start the process well in advance of the term for which you are applying.
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After this time, students may be admitted only as time and space permit.
Any questions about applications, important dates or any other part of the admissions process
should be directed to:
Attn: Office of Admissions
Ivy Christian College
9401 Mathy Drive
Fairfax, VA 22031
[email protected]
International Students - Financial Statement Requirement
International applicants must submit financial statements showing evidence of financial support
to attend school full-time. Original (not copies) bank verification of funding must substantiate
financial statements. The statement must be original and on the institution‟s letterhead/stationery.
All documentation must be dated within 3 months of the date of initial enrollment at ICC. The
Office of Admissions has provided you with an estimate of annual educational and living
expenses for international students for an academic term. You must document financial support
equal to or greater than this amount. This estimate is subject to change without notice and will
usually increase each year.
International Student Visa Information
All international students must enter the US on a student (F-1) visa. ICC can issue the Form I-20
for eligible students. All F-1 students are entered into the computerized Student and Exchange
Visitor Information System (SEVIS), which monitors the immigration status of international
student. Details of requirements to obtain the Form I-20 and student visa are in the How to
Apply section below. Students should carefully follow proper immigration procedures in order to
maintain legal status in the US.
Students on other visas may be eligible to study full-time or part-time, depending on the visa.
Contact the Admissions Office or any US Embassy or Consulate for more information.
How to Apply for Program Admissions
In order to apply for our program, go to our website, www.ivy.edu, and click "Online
Application.” Then a link to the online application will be sent to the applicant. The required
documents and the application steps are as following:
*For U.S. Resident Applicants
1. Complete the Online Application Form, including credit card payment (Visa, Master, Diner's
Club, or Discover) for non-refundable application fee.
2. Submit a photocopy of the front page of a valid passport (with the picture, the name and the
birth date) or ID card online.
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3. Mail an original copy of a high school transcript or college transcript (A.B.S. applicants).
4. Submit proof of English proficiency, if applicable (A.B.S. applicants).
* For International Applicants (I-20 Required)
1. Complete the Online Application Form, including credit card payment (Visa, Master, Diner's
Club, or Discover) for non-refundable application and processing fee.
2. Submit a photocopy of the front page of a valid passport (with the picture, the name and the
birth date) online and
4. Mail an original copy of a high school diploma or college transcript, translated in English and
notarized. Attestation is accepted as well (ESL applicants only).
5. Submit proof of English proficiency (A.B.S. applicants).
6. Mail an original copy of a bank statement with the minimum balance of $25,000 for ESL
Program or of $35,000 for A.B.S. Program. (Note: All financial information must be statements
with dates no older than 3 months prior to the I-20 application date.)
7. Mail the Affidavit of Support Form signed by the sponsor (if applicable).
8. Transfer students only: email a photocopy of all I-20 forms from previous schools in the U.S.
to [email protected]
9. Transfer students only: email a photocopy of the current visa and I-94.
Note: Other forms of payment (Cash, Debit Cards, Money Orders or Certified Bank
Checks) are accepted as well.
Mailing Address for Application Items:
Attn: Office of Admissions
Ivy Christian College
9401 Mathy Drive
Fairfax, VA 22031
[email protected]
*SEVIS Payment
After receiving the Form I-20 from ICC, and in order to be issued a student visa, new students are
required to pay a SEVIS processing fee of US$200.The payment must be made online
(http://www.FMJfee.com) with a credit card.
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*Personal Interview at the U.S. Embassy
After receiving the I-20 and making the SEVIS payment, each student must make an appointment
for a personal interview at the nearest US Embassy or Consulate. Students should be prepared to
explain their study plans and show evidence of intention to return home upon completion of the
program. If approved, the F-1 visa is issued. For more information on visa issuance, please
consult the
USCISwebsite(http://www.uscis.gov).
When to Apply
For students requiring an I-20 Form and F-1 student visa, we recommend applying at least ten
(10) weeks before the beginning of the study term.
For 10-week students not requiring student visas, we recommend applying at least 6 weeks before
the beginning of the study term.
Additional Requirement upon Arrival
All new students must come to the ICC office before the beginning of the study term to complete
the placement test (for ESL), final registration and to attend new student orientation. Students
will need to bring their passport (international students only) or an ID card (U.S. resident only).
Important Information for Students in F-1 Status
(1) All F-1 students should be enrolled as full-time (at least 12 credits for A.B.S. Program/225
hours in ESL Program). These hours must be maintained and verified to avoid being out of proper
USCIS status.
(2) Students are responsible for notifying the International Student Office of any change in their
personal information no later than 10 days after the change is implemented. (Example: address,
telephone number, etc.)
Note: If you are currently a student at another institution and already have an F-1 visa, you need a
new I-20 issued by ICC. Therefore, you must submit the I-20 application packet, transfer clearance
form, a copy of current visa, I-20, passport, and I-94, along with all other admissions requirements.
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COLLEGE POLICIES
DRUG FREE WORK PLACE POLICY
The Ivy Christian College has a policy of maintaining a Drug-free Workplace. All
employees and students are hereby notified that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing,
possession or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in this institutions workplace. ICC
requires that its campus, faculty, staff, and student be drug free.
ICC also considers tobacco to be habit-forming and addictive and strictly prohibits smoking or
the usage of other tobacco substances while on any of the campuses or while attending other
institution related activities.
The workplace is defined as any classrooms, hallways, restrooms, parking, or storage areas that
are connected to the main campus at 9401 Mathy Dr 200. Fairfax VA 22031, or any location
outside of the main campus where Ivy Christian College programs or courses are discussed or
promoted.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY; Non-Discrimination Policy
All aspects of Ivy Christian College‟s programs will be administered in compliance with Titles
VI and VIII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended;
Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended; the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
No individual will be excluded from participation in, denial benefits of, subjected to
discrimination under or denied employment in the administration of or in connection with Ivy
Christian College programs because of race, color, age, disability, citizenship, handicap or
political affiliation.
The Ivy Christian College‟s commitment is that participation in any program shall be open to all
citizens of the United States, lawfully admitted refugees and parolees and other individuals
authorized by the Attorney General to work in the United States.
The Ivy Christian College‟s commitment is that no individual will be intimidated, threatened,
coerced, or discriminated against because of filing a complaint, furnishing information or
assisting or participating in any manner in an investigation, compliance review, hearing or any
other activity related to the administration of Ivy Christian College‟s programs.
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SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY
Ivy Christian College is committed to providing students and employees with an environment
free of harassment in any form. Any act of harassment (i.e., physical, psychological, verbal or
sexual) that threatens a person or persons is considered a serious offense and will not be tolerated
or condoned. Any person or group who commits acts of harassment based upon race, ethnicity,
gender or disability on or off campus will be subject to disciplinary action, which could result in
dismissal from the College. Behavior that constitutes sexual harassment, which is a form of
sexual discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Title VII
of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, includes but is not limited to unwanted sexual attention, requests for
sexual favors and/or other verbal or physical contact of a sexual nature which negatively affects
another person.
Reporting Procedure
Any student who believes that he/she has been the subject of harassment in any
form should report the incident immediately to the Office of Student Affairs. The
student will be given the opportunity to express his/her concerns and will then be
appraised of the recourse available to him/her under school policy and local and
state statutes.
Penalty
Any student of Ivy Christian College, who engages in the aforementioned
behavior(s), is subject to disciplinary action, which may result in community service
or possible dismissal. Since the University takes such charges seriously, where the
results of an investigation reveal a complaint of harassment/sexual harassment to be
frivolous or groundless, the individual having made such a complaint may be
subject to the same disciplinary action.
RACIAL HARASSMENT POLICY
The Ivy Christian College is committed to principles that enable educational and professional
enhancement of all ethnic and racial groups. The College seeks to emphasize the importance of
community awareness and appreciation of diverse cultures within the United States of America and
the world.
The present and future courses of the Ivy Christian College are designed to eliminate all policies
and practices that work to the disadvantage of individuals on the basis of race, and to work
diligently to eliminate all forms of discrimination including institutional and personal patterns that
directly and in-directly feed the destructive forces of racism.
The Ivy Christian College is therefore committed to consistent efforts toward maintaining a Christcentered community free of all forms of racial harassment, and has adopted a racial harassment
policy as a basis for community guidance, education, and complaint resolution.
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Racist and discriminatory conduct means verbal or physical behavior that explicitly demeans the
race, color, ethnic ancestry, or national origin of an individual or individuals, and: (1) has the
purpose or effect of interfering with the education, the College related work, or other
institutionally authorized activity of a student, employee, official, or guest; or (2) creates an
intimidating, hostile, or demeaning environment for learning, working, or other activity authorized
by this College.
Some cases of racist and discriminatory behaviors by a student, employee, official, or guest
include: (1) Physical contact or attacks for racist and discriminatory reasons. (2) Intimidation
through the threat of force or violence. (3) Verbal assaults based on ethnicity that demean the
color, culture or history of any person and perpetuate stereotypical beliefs about and attitudes
toward minority groups. Such behaviors may include name calling, racial slurs, slang references, and
jokes. (4) Non-verbal behavior that demeans the color, culture, or history of any person, and
perpetuates stereotypical beliefs about and attitudes toward minority groups. Such behavior may
include name gestures, portrayals, graffiti, or acts of exclusion.
PROCEDURES FOR THE INVESTIGATION ADJUDICATION AND SANCTIONING
OF VIOLATIONS OF THE COLLEGE POLICES ON DRUG, SEXUAL HARASSMENT,
AND RACIAL HARASSMENT
1. Processing Allegations
When an alleged violation of the polices on drug, sexual harassment, and racial harassment has
come to the attention of the faculty, staff, or administration, that allegation shall be passed on to
the Director of Student Affairs and/or the Academic Dean, who shall determine whether formal
discipline is warranted and, if so, the nature of the appropriate sanction(s).
Pastoral or professional counseling may be recommended in some instances. Any cost associated
with such counseling shall be borne by the student. If counseling is deemed to have been
sufficient to address the student's misconduct, Ivy Christian College reserves the right to remove
the record from the student‟s permanent file. If counseling was deemed to have been ineffective,
then Ivy Christian College reserves the right to retain permanent records and dismiss the student
from the College.
2. Conduct Review
Where evidence exists that a violation of the Policies on Drugs, Sexual Harassment, and Racial
Harassment may have occurred, the Director of Student Affairs shall investigate the matter. The
Director of Student Affairs shall deliberate and determine the appropriate penalty.
Should no violation be found, the Director‟s report indicating such shall be forwarded to the
AcademicDean. Where a violation is found, the Director may notify the student verbally, but will
also notify the student in writing (by e-mail or letter) of the sanction(s). The Academic Dean shall
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receive a copy of the final decision.
3. Sanctions
The findings of the Director of Student Affairs along with any recommendations for further
action will be carefully reviewed by the Academic Dean. These two individuals may accept,
reject or modify the director‟s report and shall determine the final disposition of the matter.
The Academic Dean may direct that the records of a disciplinary action be retained in the
student‟s file, noted on transcripts, or disclosed to the appropriate entities responsible for
assessing the character and fitness of the student as an applicant to a chosen profession.
In addition to any personal communication of the decision to the student involved, a written copy
of the decision shall be sent to the student by registered, return-receipt mail.
APPEAL PROCEDURE
Students are provided the opportunity to appeal any disciplinary decision to the Director of
Student Affairs, the Academic Dean. The outcome of an appeal may include an overturn of the
proposed action or disciplinary probation, the assignment of disciplinary community service,
retention or administrative withdrawal.
The Academic Dean may either accept or overturn a previous decision to withdraw a student
from Ivy Christian College. Records documenting this process are maintained by the Director of
Student Affairs.
1. Reapplication/Readmission
If a student is administratively withdrawn or asked not to return, he/she must submit a written
request for readmission to the Director of Student Affairs. The student is to provide a thorough
account of the actions that led to his/her dismissal or non-return and the student‟s strategy for
successfully continuing studies at the College. In addition, the following is required:
 Separate letters of recommendation from a counselor and civic leader
 One letter of recommendation from a pastor or Ivy Christian College faculty member
Only after the aforementioned information is received will consideration for reinstatement
occur. Readmission to the College will be subject to any stipulations made by the
Academic Dean, and the Director of Student Affairs. This process does not guarantee
readmission. If readmission is granted, the Director of Student Affairs will notify the
Office of Admissions. The Office of Admissions will notify the student of the decision.
2. Administrative Withdrawal
Students who are reported to have violated the policies or regulations of the College that require
an administrative withdrawal are required to meet with the Director of Student Affairs for a
personal conference. The Director of Student Affairs will present the alleged violation(s) to the
student and the student will then be given full opportunity to present his/her position concerning
the allegation. The Director of Student Affairs will conduct an investigation of the alleged
violation(s). When the investigation is complete, and the allegation is determined to be true, the
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Office of Student Affairs will consider the facts and relevant information concerning the
violation(s), including the student's prior disciplinary record. The Office of Student Affairs will
consult with the Academic Dean before making a decision.
Note: During the investigative process, the student is allowed to continue attending classes.
3. Administrative Withdrawal Process and Appeal
 If the student decides to appeal the decision, that decision must be reported to the Director
of Student Affairs within 24 hours after receiving notification of the decision.
Note: Failure to meet the 24-hour deadline will result in an automatic administrative
withdrawal.
 If the student decides to appeal the decision, the time of the appeal hearing will be
determined and the student will be notified by the Director of Student Affairs. The
Director of Student Affairs will schedule the hearing within seven business days of the
student‟s request for appeal.
Note: During the appeal process, the student is allowed to continue attending classes,
unless they are a perceived threat to the campus community or a disruption to the learning
environment.
 If the administrative withdrawal is upheld, all academic work is lost for the semester
except classes that have been completed before the time of the decision. If the student
resides on campus, the student must vacate the residence hall within 48 hours of the final
decision.
 Once the student has been administratively withdrawn, he/she will not be permitted to visit
the campus until his/her student status has been reinstated.
 Reapplication is subject to administrative review after a six-month period of absence from
the College.
 Readmission will be considered after a minimum one-year absence from the College for
the commission of a felony, assault, drug and/or stealing dismissals and is also subject to
administrative review and approval.
ACADEMIC FREEDOM
In an institution of higher education like Ivy Christian College, the principle of Academic Freedom is
essential (distinctive) to the search for truth and its exposition. Freedom in research is
fundamental to the advancement of knowledge and the right to Academic Freedom in its teaching
aspect is fundamental for the protection of the rights of the faculty and of the students in the
educational process. These concepts of Academic Freedom are promoted at Ivy Christian College
and they are elaborated as follows:
The faculty, staff and students of ICC are entitled to full freedom in research and in publication of
the results, subject to the adequate performance of Faculty‟s other academic duties. The faculty
member may take on additional employment, including research for pecuniary return, without
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the approval of the College‟s officer or President of the College, provided it does not interfere with
his/her duties at the College. The faculty and the students of ICC of ICC are entitled to freedom
in the classroom to discuss their subject, but should exercise this freedom in a responsible manner.
The faculty, staff and the students of ICC may exercise their rights as citizens when speaking or
writing as citizens and should be free from institutional censorship or discipline, but the faculty
members special position in the community imposes special obligations. As a member of the
teaching profession, and as a representative of an educational institution, the faculty member
should remember that the public may judge his/her profession and his/her institution by his/her
utterances.
Hence, the faculty member, staff and students should at all times be accurate; should exercise
appropriate restraint; should show respect for the opinion of others; and should make every
effort to indicate that he/she is not speaking for the ICC. Any faculty member and students who
believes that his/her rights have been abridged or ignored by an administrative officer or
employees of Ivy Christian College and who is unable to obtain redress which is satisfactory to
the faculty member within his/her own department, shall have the right to appeal to the President
of the College.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION POLICY
Ivy Christian College will reasonably accommodate otherwise qualified individuals with a
disability unless such accommodation would pose an undue hardship, or would result in a
fundamental alteration in the nature of the service, program or activity, or in undue financial or
administrative burdens. Changes in teaching techniques occur continually as instructors discover
new ways to aid handicapped students. The term “reasonable accommodation” is used in its
general sense in this policy to apply to employees, students and visitors. Student requests for
reasonable accommodation should be addressed to the Student Services Office or the College
Counselor.
A student must self-identify as an individual with a disability and provide appropriate diagnostic
information that substantiates the disability. The College Counselor will thenassess the impact of
the disability on the student‟s academic program and record the required academic
accommodations in a memo to the instructor. All diagnostic information is confidential and
therefore memos can be sent only at the student‟s request.
Individuals who have complaints alleging discriminations based upon a disability may file them
with the Director of StudentServices.
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Academic Calendar 2015-2016
Quarter
WINTER
2015
Jan. 05 - Mar. 13
2016
Jan. 04 - Mar. 12
Registration
Last day to pay tuition*
New Student Orientation
New Year's Day (Holiday)
Martin Luther King's Day (Holiday)
Winter Recess
Dec. 08 - Dec. 19, 2014
December 19
Jan. 02
Jan. 01
Jan. 19
Mar. 16 - Apr. 03
Dec. 07 - Dec. 18, 2014
December 18
Jan. 01
Jan. 01
Jan. 18
Mar. 15 - Apr. 02
SPRING
Apr. 06 - Jun. 12
Apr. 05 - Jun. 11
Registration
Last day to pay tuition*
New Student Orientation
Good Friday (Holiday)
Memorial Day (Holiday)
Spring Recess
Mar. 09 - Mar. 20
March 20
Apr. 02
April 3
May 25
Jun.15 - Jul.03
Mar. 08 - Mar. 19
March 19
Apr. 01
Mar. 25
May 24
Jun.14 - Jul.02
SUMMER
Jul. 06 - Sep. 11
Jul. 05 - Sep. 10
Registration
Last day to pay tuition*
New Student Orientation
Independence Day (Holiday)
Labor Day (Holiday)
Summer Recess
June 08 - June 19
June 19
Jul. 02
Jul. 03-04
Sep. 07
Sep. 14 - Oct. 02
June 08 - June 18
June 18
Jul. 01
Jul. 04
Sep. 05
Sep. 13 - Oct. 01
FALL
Oct. 05 - Dec. 11
Oct. 04 - Dec. 10
Registration
Sep. 07 - Sep. 18
Sep. 06 - Sep. 17
Last day to pay tuition*
September 18
September 17
New Student Orientation
Thanksgiving Day (Holiday)
Christmas Day (Holiday)
Fall Recess
Oct. 01
Nov. 26 - 27
Dec. 25
Dec. 14 - Jan. 01, 2016
Sep. 30
Nov. 25 - 26
Dec. 25
Dec. 14 - Jan. 01, 2016
DATES & FEES TO REMEMBER: The academic calendar is subject to change without prior notice.
Last day to add/drop course(s)
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Final Examination
Penalty for Overdue Tuition
Penalty for Overdue Registration
Course Add/Drop Fee
10th week of each Quarter
$ 20 per week
$ 25 (one time fee)
$ 50 per course
Annual Vacation Students
The Tuition Deposit for your next quarter of classes is due prior
to your leave - by the Tuition Due Date for the upcoming quarter.
* Other holiday will be announced at the college bulletin board, Populi and the school
website.
ENROLLMENT INFORMATION
ACADEMIC SCHEDULE
The Ivy Christian College operates on a quarter systems. Each quarter starts in January, April,
July, and October. Each quarter is 10 weeks long including one week for examinations. Ivy
Christian College conducts spring, summer, fall and winter sessions.
GRADING SYSTEM
Grades and grade points are assigned as following the 4.0 grade point system and requiring a 2.0
(C) average for graduation. Grades and their interpretation are as follows.
Grade Scale
A
B
C
D
F
Administrative
Grading System
WF
R
AUD
I
IP
Pass
Fail
FN
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Explanation
Superior 90-100
Excellent 80-89
Average 70-79
Acceptable, 60-69
Failed, 0-59
Grade Point
4
3
2
1
0
Explanation
Grade Point
Withdrawn, with penalty
Retake
Audit
Incomplete
In-progress
Achieved the passing score 70
Failed to achieve the passing score 70
Failure for non-attendance
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
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TRANSFER STUDENTS
Transfer students from other acceptable seminaries who seek to complete their theological
studies at ICC must meet the requirements set forth in the catalog. Transfer applicants will be
considered for acceptance by the Admission Committee upon presentation of satisfactory
transcripts from accredited colleges and universities.
Credit will be given for courses completed in other accredited institution when such courses are
comparable to those offered in this institution. The following also apply:
(1) The grades of D or F are not transferable.
(2) Credits with grades of C or higher and are appropriate for a degree at ICC are
transferable from accredited colleges and universities.
(3) All transfer students for the associate degree must complete at least one full year of
work (48 credit hours) at this College to be eligible for graduation.
COURSE REGULATION
All class work taken is directed to glory of God, and designed for the best preparation of
students for their service to God. Students are expected to attend all class sessions and to be on
time for all class sessions. No student should absent himself from one class in order to fulfill
requirements of another class. The handling of unexcused absences is left to the discretion of the
professor.
Attendance at a minimum of 80 percent of the sessions of a course, both credit and audit, is
required. All absences for any reason must fall within the 20 percent allowed. A student with more
than two unexcused absences for a four hour course will be dismissed from the course with a
failing grade. Excessive absences may be appealed to the Academic Affairs Committee.
Additional attendance requirements may be stipulated by the faculty member.
COURSES SELECTED OR CHANGED
During the third month of each term, each student should, in consultation with the faculty
advisor, select courses for the following term and submit the selections to the Office of Registrar
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on a preregistration form. Any change in the course of study must be made during the Add/Drop
Period, which is during the first oneweek of the term.
Courses dropped after the Add/Drop Period ineach term will automatically get the grade of WF
(Withdrawal with Penalty). The deadline is announced in the Academic Calandear. The
Add/Drop Policy is only applied to the students in A.B.S Program. On
REPEATING COURSES
A student may retake a course for the purpose of improving a grade only if a grade of “D” or “F”
was earned previously. Such a request must be approved in writing by the Academic Dean.
The last grade earned shall be used to determine credit for the course and in the computation of
the student‟s grade point ratio, although the student‟s record will list the course and grade each
time it is taken. This policy applies only when the student completes the course.
TRANSFERRING TO OTHER SCHOOL and ENROLLMENT CANCELLATION
If a student intends to transfer or withdraw from the program, the student must provide a notice
of transfer and withdrawal in writing and an official acceptance letter from the school intended to
transfer to by the last day of the current session. If a notice is not provided within this timeframe,
transferring out of the program will not be granted. When the student withdraws, the tuition will
be refunded according to the refund policy.
CRITERIA FOR EXPULSION OF A STUDENT
(1) By violation of federal laws of education.
(2) By violation of school regulation.
(3) Failures to attend for one month of the term without permission of the ICC.
(4) A student does not return to the school after a leave of absence for one term.
(5) A student does not meet the academic standards.
(6) A student violates financial regulation.
DISMISSAL FROM CLASS
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(1) Students may be dismissed from class for adequate cause by the ICC. Students dismissed have
the right to appeal the decision to the Academic Committee within 48 hours.
(2) Before a student can be dismissed from a class, the faculty must have given a prior written
warning to the student that the student is in imminent danger of dismissal. If the student is later
dismissed, written notification must again be given. Copies of the notices shall be sent to the
Academic Office and the Office of Student Affairs.
(3) If dismissal from a class causes the student‟s course load to fall below that required for
remaining in the program, the student may petition the academic dean to modify this requirement.
Appeals may be made to the Academic Committee of the ICC.
STUDENT RECORDS POLICY
The permanent records of students at ICC shall consist of files in the Academic Office, and the
Office of Student Affairs, and placement folder. All information collected on students during
attendance at the college shall be retained during the time of attendance at ICC and for five years
thereafter. Student may examine their academic records by contacting the Academic Office to make
an appointment.
After five years the ICC will maintain only the following: (1) the application for admission; (2) the
academic records, including a listing of courses attempted, credits, grades, quality points earned; (3)
the transcripts, which will list courses attempted, credits earned, grades, and quality points, date of
graduation, degree awarded; (4) the placement file; (5) the student financial account.
MAXIMUM COURSE LOAD
The maximum course load during a regular term is 16 quarter hours, but the student of the Associate
degree may exceed 16 hours with approval of the academic dean of the ICC. A normal course
load (full-time) is 12 hours per term.
THEMODES OF CREDIT
Students may earn credit toward a degree through on-campus courses. On- campus courses
normally meet in 4 hour sessions. Each course meets once a week for 10 weeks in the fall, winter,
spring, and summer term.
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THE ICC HONOR SYSTEM
In the ICC community, there can be no doubt that honor and the pursuit of knowledge are
intertwined. An honor system must be believed in and supported by and administered by the
entire ICC community. Upon enrollment at Ivy Christian College, each student is automatically
subject to the provisions of the Honor System.
Each student has a duty to become familiar with the Honor Code and the provisions of the Honor
System. Ignorance of what constitutes an Honor Code violation cannot be used as a defense in
an honor hearing. The Honor System at ICC does not discriminate based upon race, color,
religion, national origin, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability.
All academic work such as, but not limited to, examinations, papers and other written or
electronically submitted assignments is submitted pursuant to the Honor Code, and shall
contain the following pledge (or similar pledge approved by the faculty or staff member) of the
student(s) submitting the work: “On my honor, as a student, I have neither given nor received
unauthorized aid on this academic work.” The pledge shall be signed by the student(s) unless it
is submitted electronically, in which case the faculty or staff member may require a different
method of proof of a student‟s pledge.
What is The Honor Code - Students shall observe complete honesty in all academic matters.
Violations of the Honor Code include, but are not limited to, taking or attempting to take any of
the following actions:
(1) Using unauthorized materials or receiving unauthorized assistance during an examination
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
or in connection with any work done for academic credit. Unauthorized materials may
include, but are not limited to, notes, textbooks, previous examinations, exhibits,
experiments, papers or other supplementary items.
Giving false or misleading information regarding an academic matter.
Copying information from another student during an examination.
Rendering unauthorized assistance to another student by knowingly permitting him or her
to see or copy all or a portion of an examination or any work to be submitted for
academic credit.
Obtaining prior knowledge of examination materials (including by using copies of previously
given examinations obtained from files maintained by various groups and organizations) in an
unauthorized manner.
(6) Selling or giving to another student unauthorized copies of any portion of an examination.
Using a commercially prepared paper or research project or submitting for academic credit
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any work completed by someone else. Falsifying or attempting to falsify class attendance
records for oneself, or for someone else, or having another falsify attendance records on
your behalf.
(7) Falsifying material relating to course registration or grades, either for oneself or for
someone else.
(8) Falsifying reasons why a student did not attend a required class or take a scheduled
examination.
(9) Taking an examination in the place of another student.
(10) Making unauthorized changes in any reported grade or on an official academic report
form.
(11) Falsifying scientific or other data submitted for academic credit.
(12) Collaborating in an unauthorized manner with one or more other students on an examination
or any work submitted for academic credit.
(13) Committing the act of plagiarism - the deliberate copying, writing or presenting as one‟s
own the information, ideas or phrasing of another person without proper
acknowledgement of the true source.
(14) Using computing facilities or library resources in an academically dishonest manner.
Falsifying evidence, or intimidating or influencing someone in connection with an honor
violation investigation, hearing or appeal.
SPIRITUAL LIFE OF STUDENTS
1. Student Orientation - ICC offers orientation for new and continuing students to provide
information on school life, policies, regulations, faculty, administration, and the surrounding
community for the upcomingterm.ICC has a formal orientation both new and returning students
the first day of each quarter which is a week before class begins. For more information, please
read the Student Handbook.
2. International Students - The needs of international students studying at ICC are unique and
require additional attention to meet their needs. The ICC recognizes that these students need more
help than local students in adjusting to life at the ICC. Although the College does not operate
dormitories, ample housing is available nearby.
3. Student Body - Every student enrolled at Ivy Christian College is a member of the Student
Body. The Student Fellowship seeks to stimulate prayer and community among students and
organizes the bi-annual prayer meetings and the “Praise the Lord” program on campus.
4. Student Clubs in the ICC - ICC encourages the formation of student clubs that will be beneficial
to the students academically and spiritually. Friendship and fellowship among Christians can be
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soothing to the soul; promote a spirit of cooperation and a desire to continue the work of our Lord
Jesus Christ. We, therefore, encourage the clubs to abide by our Christian values, ethics and
spiritual life. Examples of clubs are: Mentoring Club, Book Reading Club, Short-term missions
Club, Bible Study Club.
5. Worship and Spiritual Life - Students at Ivy Christian College enjoy a variety of oncampus opportunities to enhance their spiritual development. It is also expected that all students
will regularly attend and be involved in a local church.
6. Ivy Christian College conducts Revival Meetings at the beginning of each quarter.
7. There are chapel services for students every Friday. Chapel services feature worship, as well as
messages by members of the faculty and other Christian leaders. All students are expected to
attend chapel. In addition, to assist in the spiritual nurturing of the student body, the Student
Government Association arranges the Prayer Meeting during each term. The worship services and
other spiritual nurturing opportunities are intended to complement the instruction and spiritual
growth students receive in the classroom.
ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES
Ivy Christian College offers academic support services to the students who struggle with their
studying in the program. The services include academic advising and tutoring.
Academic Advising
Academic advising is an integral part of each student's educational experience and it takes
many forms. Academic advisors provide students with information on academic requirements
needed for degree completion, help students plan for future graduate study or a career, and
serve as a research person. Academic advising is a shared responsibility between the student
and the advisor.
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Provide information on academic requirements needed for graduation. Advisors
assist students in developing an academic and career plan, monitor students in the major,
and discuss how a course of study fits a particular academic or career interest. Advisers
answer questions concerning a specific academic concern, such as problems with a
particular class, and guide students through the registration process, including providing
information on various registration blocks and what needs to be done to remove them.
Help students plan for future graduate study or career. Advisers discuss how an
academic major can prepare a student for his/her career, and what career options are
available. Advisers refer students to the Career Center which provides career counseling
and workshops on issues such as writing resumes and preparing for job interviews. They
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also inform students about internship opportunities and how credit can be earned, and
provide information on study abroad programs that might enrich a student's academic
experience as well as enhance their resume. Advisers inform students about graduate
school opportunities and application procedures.
Serve as a campus resource. Advisers assist students in obtaining support from other
offices of the University. This includes informing students about possible scholarships or
fellowships, and referring students to academic support units that provide tutoring or
workshops on study skills, time management, and stress management. They may
recommend that students seek counseling for stress, addictions, or trauma that may be
affecting their academic work. Advisers inform students with physical and learning
disabilities of the support available to them. They also encourage students to enrich their
experiences by becoming involved on campus via social, political, academic,
ethnic/cultural, sport and/or recreational student organizations and activities.
Some advisors are able to provide information on all of the above. Others specialize in a
particular topic or area of concern. For example, a college/department may have a specific
career advisor or study abroad coordinator. Students in upper level courses are often advised
by faculty members who can assist with graduate school and career issues. Furthermore, some
advisors work with specific populations, such as returning students, athletes, students with
physical or learning disabilities, and students of color.
ABILITY-TO-BENEFIT POLICY
1. Definition of an Ability-To-Benefit Student - A student who is beyond the age of
compulsory education, lacks a high school diploma or its equivalent, and has the ability
to benefit from the education or training offered at an institution.
2. Test - Upon submitting an application for admission, applicants will be required to
take a Wonderlic Basic Skills Test -Ability to Benefit. Applicants achieving the
minimum score as established by the U.S. Department of Education (for Accuplacer –
Reading: 55; Sentence Skills: 60; Math: 34) will be admitted to ADBS and will be
permitted to matriculate, but will not be eligible to apply for or receive financial aid.
Students enrolled in an ESL or bilingual program at the time of high school graduation
can take the COMPASS ESL exam to qualify for acceptance to the College through
Ability to Benefit, but will not be eligible to apply for or receive financial aid.
Students are not required to study for this test, however, it is recommended to review
skills in these subjects prior to taking the assessment test. Go to
http://www.testprepreview.com/accuplacer_practice.htm for review.
3. Recordkeeping - Institutions shall develop and retain the necessary recordkeeping
documents, including records of tests administered, passing scores, student scores,
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counseling records, name of administrator, and records pertaining to each student‟s
enrollment. These documents shall be retained for a minimum of six years following the
students‟ completion of the program.
FINANCIAL INFORMATION/POLICY
The generosity of individual donors and churches helps students receive quality professional training at a
cost less than charged by many institutions. The Ivy Christian College strives to help every student
receive the education he/she desires in love of Our Lord Christ for the Kingdom of God and His glory.
The ICC strives to maintain a fair and reasonable financial policy that meets the needs of both the institution
and the students. This policy is expected to be observed according to the biblical standards of ethics. The funds
are usually generated from the tuition, gifts and also contributions from students, alumni, friends, and
churches.
TUITION AND FEES
Application Fee
Application Fee …………………………………………………………………………………..$100.00
Registration Fee
Degree Program …………………………………………………………………………….……. $50.00
ESL Program ………………………………………………………………………………….…. $50.00
Late Registration ………………………………………………………………….………...Extra $25.00
Tuition/Fees
Biblical Studies Program ……………………………………………………………...….$120.00/credit
ESL Program……………………………………………………………….…………………..$980/term
TOEFL Preparation Program………………………………………………………………...$1,180/term
Course Audit………………………………………………………………………………$300.00/course
Late Tuition Payment Penalty…………………………………………………………..…..$20.00/week
Add/Drop Fee (After the Add/Drop Period, A.B.S. only)…………………………………$50.00/course
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Miscellaneous Fees for Current Students
Official Transcript …………………………………………………………..………….…………...$20.00
Graduation Fee (Degree Program Only)……………………………………………….…..…….....$100.00
Certificate Issue Fee………………………………………………………………….……….……..$20.00
I-20 Re-issue…………………………………………………………………………….…..………$10.00
Return-Check Fee…………………………………………………………..…….……………..…. $35.00
Books ……………………………………………………………………………….….ESL approx. $100
A.D. approx. $150
Documents Requesting Fees for Non-Current Students
Official Transcript………………………………………………………………………..…………. $20.00
Certificate Issue Fee………………………………………..………………………………..…….…$20.00
Other Documents…………………………………………………………………………….…..$10.00/each
 Tuition and fees are subject to change on an annual basis.
PAYMENT PLANS
1. Registration and tuition fees are due and payable at the time of registration. We encourage all students to
pay all fees in full at registration. All balances are due at registration for classes. Registration is not complete
until payment is received. Payments received after the start of late registration are considered late and subject to
late registration fee. Courses added during the late registration period are subject to late fees.Payments may
be made by cash, check, or by Master Card, Visa, or Discover card. Students should not send cash through
mail.
If an account remains unpaid, the ICC reserves the right to inform credit bureaus of past due accounts and
to authorize collection agencies to collect on those accounts. The student will be responsible for any
additional cost incurred during the collection process.
2. Students desiring to make partial tuition payments may authorize two monthly charges only to a
Master Card, Visa, or Discover card account. The first payment will be half the tuition and all fees. All
balances are due at that time. Pre-approved financial assistance is the only exception. ICCreserves the right to
accept cash only payment on accounts where ICC deems necessary. All fees must be paid in full with the
first partial payment.
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Methods of Payment - Students may fulfill their financial obligations to the school as followed:
(1) Students have an option to pay the full tuition amount at the time of registration or, if qualified by
ICC, students can pay the tuition in two installments with the first payment being at least the 50% of
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the total tuition bill which is due on the registration day.
(2) The second payment must be received by the end of the following month.
Students may pay by cash, check, money order or credit cards. Students making
monthlypayments must pay interest monthly as well at the rate of five percent (5%) on the
unpaid balance. Adjustments needed on payment schedule will be made on the final payment.
3. A charge of $35 will be assessed for all returned checks or refused Master Card, VISA, or Discover
card payments.
4. Any student who has not paid his entire bill by 30 days after the start of the term will be withdrawn from
the class and allowed to register the following term. Unused tuition fees will be refunded to the student‟sICC
student account minus a $10.00 drop fee.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE/SCHOLARSHIPS
A student‟s church, corporation, friends, or relatives may desire to pay a full or partial amount of student
tuition and fees. The amount of the payment will be credited to their account after proper authorization has
been received by the ICC.
Proper authorization is understood to be an official document from a church or corporation stating the
persons being sponsored and the amount to be credited. It must be signed by an officer who is not
receiving any part of the sponsorship.
For sponsorships from individuals, a formal letter is required. Such designated funds are not tax
deductible. Sponsorships from individuals must be collected in full prior to acceptance into a class.
Sponsorship monies will be held available for use or refund for one year from date of last activity.
Sponsorship monies will be refunded only to the sponsor and only on written request within a 1-year limit.
Beyond the specified time, any unused and no refunded monies will be applied to the ICC general fund.
Note! If payments are not current, the student may be placed on “Financial Hold.” Further, the student is
responsible for any balance due should the sponsor fail to pay. This means that the student may be
suspended from classes and may not enroll in any further courses until his/her account becomes current.
Because of its low tuition rate, the ICC believes that all students are enjoying financial assistance to some
extent. In addition, faithful stewards underwrite the expense of ministerial students by providing
scholarship, which is applied toward tuition assistance.
Certain limited scholarship funds are available. These aids are granted to students on the basis of need and
availability of funds. Students desiring financial assistance should submit a tuition assistance form to the
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FinanceCommittee.Here is a list of scholarships the ICC offers:
(1) Academic Scholarship (Up to 50 % of the tuition)
This scholarship is for students who have earned all A‟s. It is limited up to five (5) students per
quarter and is no more than one half of the quarterly tuition. Academic Scholarship is awarded to
a qualified student only once during the program.
(2) President‟s Scholarship (Up to 100% of the tuition)
The President's Scholarship is not limited by the number of recipients, and the President appoints
scholarship recipients. Students who maintain a 3.5 -4.0 GPA every term is eligible to apply.
(3) Evangelical Scholarship (Up to 50% of the tuition) – If you are in one of the categories listed
below, you are eligible to apply Evangelical Scholarship.
(a) A pastor or an evangelist of a local church
(b) A missionary.
(4) Alumni Scholarship (10% of the tuition) – This scholarship is awarded to a child of ICC
alumni or a student referred by ICC alumni.
All scholarship applicants are required to submit an application and a 500-word essay by the
deadline. For more information, please contact the Director of Student Affairs.
TUITION DISCOUNTS
(1) Early Bird Registration Discount (Each Quarter- Limited Time Only)
A 10% discount is given to current students who pre-enroll and pay the full tuition by the
early bird registration deadline. Registration received after the early bird deadline is
subject to standard tuition fees.
(2) Family Discount
When one or more dependents from the same family are in attendance at the Ivy Christian
College as full-time students in the same quarter, the Family Tuition Reduction Policy
will apply. Each student will receive 10% discount on the total tuition charges. Any other
fees are not included in the calculation of the discount.
(3) Group Discount
Four (4) or more new students who enroll and pay the full tuition at the time of
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enrollment are eligible to receive a 25% discount off the first quarter‟s tuition. The
discount must be requested at the time of enrollment. Prepayment is required. If the
number of students enrolled using the discount drops below four, standard fees will
apply. Additional fees are not included in the calculation of the discount.
(4) Referral Discount
(Limited Time Only. For more information, please visit the school office)
We offer a $200 referral tuition credit for referring a friend to Ivy Christian College!
Once your referral completes their registration and enrolls for any full term, you will
receive a $200 referral credit toward your next quarter’s tuition. It is very
important that your referral write your name on application form.
FINANCIAL APPEALS
Any student desiring to appeal a financial decision of their account may do the following:
1. Contact the Director of Finance to discuss the issue.
2. After discussing the issue with Director of Finance, the student must submit a written request to the
Academic Dean for re-evaluation of the financial decision in question.
3. Tuition and fees are due by the Due Date indicated on your ICC Academic Calendar. If financial
responsibilities have not been met, a student will be placed on financial hold. Students on financial hold
are not eligible for registration for future terms and are also prevented from obtaining records such as
transcripts and grades. In addition, students whose accounts are not paid in full at the time of graduation
will not receive a diploma or any other certification of program completion.
REFUND POLICY
Students enrolled in the College who notify the school administrator of their intention to withdraw from a
course or courses, or from their program of study in writing, may receive a refund on tuition paid for that
term.
(1) A student who withdraws from or cancels a course, courses or the program before the first day of
the term is entitled to receive a full tuition except the non-refundable fees. A student who drop a
course during the add/drop period will receive a full tuition refund except the non-refundable fees,
and the course drop fee will be charged. See the Tuition and Fees on page 37.
(2) A student who enters school but withdraws during the first 1/4 (25%) of the period is entitled to
receive as a refund a minimum of 50% of the stated cost of the course or program for the period.
(3) A student who enters a school but withdraws after completing 1/4 (25%), but less than 1/2 (50%) of
the period is entitled to receive as a refund a minimum of 25% of the stated cost of the course or
program for the period.
(4) A student who withdraws after completing 1/2 (50%), or more than 1/2 (50%), of the period is not
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entitled to a refund.
Attendance Rate (%)
0%
(before the first day of the quarter)
Tuition Refund %
~25%
50%
over 25% ~ less than 50%
25%
50% and more
0%
100%
(5) Refunds will be made within 45 days after the receipt of a written request.
Student Complaint Procedures
1) The law provides students with the right to inspect and review information contained in their
education record; to a response to reasonable requests for explanations and interpretations of the
record; to challenge the contents of their education record; to have a hearing if the outcome of
the challenge is unsatisfactory; and to submit explanatory statements for inclusion in their files if
they feel the decision of the hearing officer is unacceptable.
2) The Academic Dean has been assigned by the College to coordinate the inspection and review
procedures for student education records, which include admissions, personal, academic, and
financial files, and academic cooperative education, disclosure and placement records. Students
wishing to review their education records must make written request to the official responsible
for the records listing the item or items of interest.
3) Records covered by the Act will be made available within forty-five days of the request.
Students may have copies made of their records with certain exceptions (e.g., a copy of the
academic record for which a financial „hold‟ exists, or a transcript of an original or source
document which exists elsewhere). Education records do not include records of instructional,
administrative and educational personnel which arethe sole possession of the maker and are not
accessible or revealed to any individual except a temporary substitute, records of the law
enforcement unit, student health records, employment records or alumni records. Health records,
however, may be reviewed by physicians of the students‟ choosing.
4) Students may not inspect and review the following: financial information submitted by their
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parents; confidential letters and recommendations associated with admissions, employment or job
placement, or honors to which they have waived their rights of inspection and review;
educational records containing information about more than one student, in which case the
institution will permit access ONLY to that part of the record which pertains to the inquiring
student; and confidential letters and recommendations placed in their files prior to January 1,
1975, providing those letters were collected under established policies of
confidentiality and were used only for the purposes for which they were collected.
5) Procedures to Amend Records and Request Hearings - Students who believe that their
education records contain information that is inaccurate or misleading, or is otherwise in
violation of their privacy or other rights, may discuss their problems informally at a meeting with
the author of the record and the Academic Dean. If the decisions are in agreement with the
student‟s request, the appropriate records will be amended. If not, the students will be notified
within a reasonable period of time that the records will not be amended, and they will be
informed by the Academic Dean of their right to a formal hearing. Students‟ requests for a formal
hearing must be made in writing to the Academic Dean who, within a reasonable period of time
after receiving such requests, will inform students of the date, place and time of the hearing.
Students may present evidence relevant to the issues raised and may be assisted or presented at
the hearings by one or more persons of their choice, including attorneys, at the students‟ expense.
The hearing officers who will adjudicate such challenges will be designated by the President of
the College.
Decisions of the hearing officer will be final; will be based solely on the evidence presented at
the hearing, will consist of written statements summarizing the evidence and stating the reasons
for the decisions, and will be delivered to all parties concerned. The education records will be
corrected or amended in accordance with the decisions of the hearing officer, if the decisions are
in favor of the students. If the decisions are unsatisfactory to the students, the students may place
with theeducation records statements commenting on the information in the records, or
statements setting forth any reason for disagreeing with the decisions of the hearing
officer. The statements will be placed in the education records, maintained as part of
the students‟ records, and released whenever therecords in question are disclosed.
Students who believe that their rights have been abridged may file complaints with
the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act office (FERPA), Department of Health,
Education, and Welfare, Washington D.C. 20201, concerning alleged failures of the ICC to
comply with the Act.
6) STUDENT GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE
Students who feel aggrieved in their relationship with the College, with its Policies and
Procedures, its practices and procedures, or its faculty, staff, and other students should submit
their grievance in writing to the Academic Dean. A response to the grievance shall be made as
quickly as possible. Should the student feel aggrieved with the Academic Dean, a written petition
should be submitted to the President of the College for his action. In the handling of student
grievances (to include investigations of alleged wrong doing or violation of the College Policies
and Procedures) the Academic Dean may request input and participation of the Academic
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Council. Actions taken by the Academic Dean with or without consultation with the appropriate
council of the College shall be provided to the involved individual in writing. Students sanctioned
by disciplinary actions, either academic or administrative, can appeal their status with the College
by providing to the President with a written appeal within 10 working days of the receipt of the
disciplinary action. The written decision provided by the President shall be final.
An aggrieved student has the right to direct his/her unresolved issue or grievance to the SCHEV
or TRACS.
1) State Council of Higher Education For Virginia (SCHEV)
101 N. 14TH St., James Monroe Bldg.
Richmond, VA 23219
2) Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS)
15935 Forest Road
Forest, Virginia 24551
EMERGENCY PLAN
Case of Fires
If a fire occurs, GET OUT, STAY OUT and CALL for help.
a. Remain calm
b. If you smell smoke, activate fire alarm
c. Follow exit route procedures for your location. Make sure to feel a door before
opening. If it is hot, do not open it. Look for an alternate exit. If there is none, remain
in the room and call for help. Close the door on your way out to help isolate the fire.
d. Assist those who are unable to exit the building on their own if it will not put you at
additional risk
e. Do not use elevators
f. If the area you are in fills with smoke, drop to the floor and crawl to nearest exit or
smoke free area
g. If your clothes catch on fire immediately STOP, DROP and ROLL
h. Once you are in a safe area, call for help
Hospital Information
Name: INOVA Fairfax Hospital
Address: 3300 Gallows Rd, Falls Church, VA 22042
TEL: (703) 776-4001
Name: VUOM Clinic
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Address: 9401 MathyDr, Fairfax, VA 22031
TEL: (703) 323-5690
Emergency Dial 911 or
Academic Dean (501) 402-3681
Student Dean (301) 503-8609
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
COLLEGE PROGRAM (Associate in Biblical Studies)
The College Program, Associate in Biblical Studies,(A.B.S.) prepares students for further study in a
college, seminary or graduate school. This program gives students exposure to many areas of ministry in
a church or mission. A broad range of courses provides the basic preparation needed for various types of
church ministries.
Program Learning Outcomes (Objectives)
At the successful completion of the Associate Degree program the student will be able to:
1.
Demonstrate a sound knowledge of the Scriptures, as evidenced by successful
completion of the coursework within the program and improved scores on a standardized Bible
test.
2.
Define and systematically summarize one‟s theological understanding as evidenced by a
comprehensive, personal statement of faith.
3.
Present a reasoned defense of one‟s beliefs that is intellectually and rationally sound.
4.
Apply biblical principles in his lifestyle and ministry internship.
5.
Communicate effectively the Gospel through sermons, Bible studies, and/or witnessing,
in the context of his gifts and calling, whether at home or on the mission field.
Definition of a Credit Hour
For the ICC that represents their teaching in clock/contact hours, a clock hour is defined as a 60-minute
span of time, with no less than 50 minutes of actual class instruction. Students must be given breaks which
represent sound educational practices. No more than 1.0 clock hour can be assigned to any discrete 60minutes period.
Conversions from clock hours to credit hours are only permitted for programs of study that meet at least
ten weeks for quarter credit-hour programs and at least fifteen weeks for semester credit-hour programs.
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Program Requirements
The A.B.S. Program requires satisfactory completion of 96 units as outlined in the curriculum with a
cumulative GPA of at least 2.00. The Program requires 200 hours of supervised field education of every
A.B.S. Program student. Itoffers students the most vocational flexibility and is the focus of placement
efforts. The curriculum may be completed in two years, although many students take three years due to
family, church and job responsibility.
The maximum time limitation for completion of the Associate Degree Program is five years. Courses
taken more than five years prior to the completion of this degree may be credited toward the degree
only by specific faculty approval. Such approval may include instructions for re-examination or additional
study.
Graduation Requirements
The College confers an Associate Degree on those students who have fulfilled the following conditions:
1. Completion of one of the programs offered by the College with a Grade Point Average of a “C”or
above. A minimum of 48 credits must have been taken at ICC.
2. Approval of the adviser..
Academic Load
A full academic load is considered to be 12 to 16 credits during each term. Students are required to have a
written permission from the Academic Dean in order to take more than 16 credits.
Students can take up to 48 credits at the Centreville Learning Site.
ASSOCIATE (A.B.S) IN BIBLICAL STUDIES
(SAMPLE COURSE TIMELINE)
YEAR I
Spring
 NTE 101
 OTE 101
 ED 115
 PRA 210
 16 Credit Hours
Summer
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Introduction to the New Testament (4).
Introduction to the Old Testament (4).
Introduction to Christian Education(4)
Homiletics (4)
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
Fall
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



ENG 100
HIS 215
ENG 101
NTE 102
16 Credit Hours
Introduction to English Composition (4)
History of World Religions (4)
Introduction to Writing and Research (4)
New Testament History (4)
OTE 205
NTE 104
PRA 212
GE 102
16 Credit Hours
The Pentateuch (4)
Synoptic Gospels (4)
Introduction to Missions (4)
Introductionto Philosophy (4)
YEAR II
Winter
 ED 215
 GE 105
 OTE 115
 GE 103
 16 Credit Hours
Spring
 PRA 213
 THE 201
 GE 205
 OTE 215
 16 Credit Hours
Summer
 NTE 105
 THE 202
 NTE 110
 OTE 202
 16 Credit Hours
Church Administration (4)
Speech Communication (4)
Introduction to the O.T. Prophets(4)
Introduction to Sociology (4)
Evangelism (4)
Systematic Theology I(4)
Introduction to Archeology (4)
Minor Prophets (4)
Pauline Epistles I (4)
Systematic Theology II (4)
Pauline Epistles II (4)
Old Testament History (4)
Total 96 Credit Hours
Associate in Biblical Studies – Credit Requirements
1. Bible and Theology Courses
NTE 101
Introduction to the New Testament
NTE 102
New Testament History
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4
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NTE 104
NTE 105
NTE 110
OTE 101
OTE 202
OTE 205
OTE 115
OTE 215
THE 201
THE 202
Synoptic Gospel
Pauline Epistles I
Pauline Epistles II
Introduction to the Old Testament
Old Testament History
Pentateuch
Introduction to the O.T. Prophets
Minor Prophets
Systematic Theology I
Systematic Theology II
2. Ministry Studies
ED 115
ED 215
PRA 210
PRA 212
PRA 213
CS 100-125
3. General Studies
ENG 100
ENG 101
GE 102
GE 103
GE 105
GE 205
HIS 215
Total Credits
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
(20)
4
4
4
4
4
Introduction to Christian Education
Church Administration
Homiletics
Introduction to Missions
Evangelism
Christian service
Introduction to English Composition
Introduction to Writing and Research
Introduction to Philosophy
Introduction to Sociology
Speech Communication
Introduction to Archeology
History of World Religions
(28)
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
(96) Quarterly Hour
A.B.S PROGRAM COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Since the goal at ICC is to train servants of the triune God, the ICC curriculum strongly reflects our
commitment to this goal and our desire to see students grow in grace by providing a well-rounded
theological education in the following basic areas of biblical study.
EDUCATION
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ED 115 Introduction to Christian Education (4)
An introductory study of the principle of Christian education with emphasis on today's church
programs.
ED 215 Church Administration (4)
A study of administrative aspects of the church operation. Its organization, record keeping and
other activities are studied.
ENGLISH
ENG 100 Introductions to English Composition (4)
This course is a general introduction to the principles of academic writing with emphasis on
writing process, thesis, context, purpose and audience. We write to communicate and convince
others that our position has validity. For that matter, the process of writing is epistemological – a
way of coming to know. Writing can become a medium for self-reflection, self-expression, and
communication, a means of coming to know for both the writer and reader. During the course, we
will read four types of essay samples, discuss the topics, learn structures and mechanics relevant
to each style, and finally create each type of essays on various topics.
ENG 101 Introductions to Writing and Research (4)
This course is an introduction to writing a research paper by further developing writing skills
acquired from ENG 100. During the course, we will read “Unchristian” which shows what nonChristians think about Christians. We will discuss why they have such impressions and how
churches should approach non-Christians.
HISTORY
HIS 215 History of World Religions (4)
A study in the origin and development of world religions. The philosophies, structures, and
directions of the major religions are examined.
GENERAL EDUCATION
GE 102 Introduction to Philosophy (4)
An introductory study of major figures, conceptions, and methods of philosophy. Special
attention will be give to the conceptions of western philosophy.
GE 103 Introduction to Sociology (4)
A study of theories, methods, and concepts of sociology, focusing on the critical issues of society.
Topics will include poverty, inequality, aging, violence, sexuality, work, technology, and drug
abuse.
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GE 105 Speech Communication (4)
This course offers students a variety of experiences that develop basic concepts of the oral
communication process. The class includes communication theory, as well as speech preparation
and delivery.
GE 205 Introductions to Archeology (4)
This course will explore the nature, goals, and methods of archaeology. A survey will be made
of the most important sites and finds that have given us a new understanding of the world.
NEW TESTAMENT
NTE 101 Introduction to the New Testament (4)
An evaluative, critical, in-depth study of the authorship, dates, literary style, and each book's
relative place within the collection. Various theories of the origin and nature of the books are
examined.
NTE 102 New Testament History (4)
A survey of the New Testament with a background study of the intertestamental period. Special
attention will be given to the New Testament world and the rise of Christianity.
NTE 104 Synoptic Gospels (4)
A study of the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke chronologically organized with emphasis m
the harmony and discrepancies of among the Gospel narratives.
NTE 105, 110 Pauline Epistles (4, 4)
Exegesis of selected Pauline epistles with emphasis on the organization of his thoughts and
teachings and his contribution to the overall New Testament.
OLD TESTAMENT
OTE 101 Introduction to the Old Testament (4)
An evaluative, critical, and in-depth study of the authorship, dated, literary style, and each book's
relative place within the entire Old Testament. Various theories of the origin and nature of each
book are examined in depth.
OTE 202 Old Testament History (4)
A historical study of the national and religious life of the Israel.Includes reading of the source
material in the Old Testament on the history of the people from the earliest times to the period of
restoration.
OTE 205 The Pentateuch (4)
An in-depth expository study of the first five books of the Old Testament. Thematic development
of the concept of law, Israel as the elect nation, and the development and significance of levitical
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liturgy and worship will be examined.
OTE 115 Introduction to the O.T. Prophets (4)
The study of the role of the Old Testament prophets in their historical setting, their messages to
the nation and their impact on the development of the Judeo Christian thought.
OTE 215 Minor Prophets (4)
A study has the historical setting and message of the Minor Prophets. Detailed exposition on a
selected book or books will be made with emphasis on the chosen prophets' contribution to the
development of the Old Testament teachings.
PRACTICAL THEOLOGY
PRA 210 Homiletics (4)
An examination of the organization, style, and delivery of the sermon. This course will analyze
various forms and their weaknesses and strengths. Particular attention will be given to practical
techniques of effective delivery.
PRA 212 Introduction to Missions (4)
A detailed study of the mission of the church from historical perspectives and theoretical analysis
and critical evaluation of present Christian missions. Special attention will be given to the
organization, policies and involvement in cross-cultural propagation of the Christian message.
PRA 213 Evangelism (4)
An introductory study of the basic tenets of church evangelism including biblical based
techniques and approaches. Special emphasis is placed on personal evangelism, group and mass
evangelism, and the use of mass media for the furtherance of the Gospel.
THEOLOGY
THE 201, 202 Systematic Theology I, II (4, 4)
An introductory study of Christian theology with emphasis on methodology.Includes an
examination of Systematic Theology.
Biblical Studies Program Policy
1. Biblical Studies Satisfactory Academic Progress for Students with F-1 Status
To be making satisfactory academic progress, a student with F-1 status must attend at least 80%
of the scheduled class hours on a cumulative basis during each evaluation period, which is
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regulated by student and Exchange Visitors Information System (SEVIS) and must not fail a
course.
2. Satisfactory Academic Progress
There are three (3) distinct classifications of academic standing reflected on the academic record
or transcript. The conditions associated with each of these classifications are described below and
are intended be used to guide the student in his/her academic planning. In particular, a student
who receives academic warning must meet with his/her academic advisor to develop an academic
strategy for success that will prevent him/her from being placed on academic probation.
1) Good Standing
Good standing status is assigned to the term record of any associate program
student with cumulative grade point average (GPA) above the standard of 2.00 at the
close of the term.
2) Academic Warning
Students who fail to maintain a minimum term or cumulative GPA of 2.00 in any term,
not including the first quarter or receive an “F” in any course for any term will receive an
academic warning. Students on academic warning are encouraged to meet their advisor
and plan to have academic support.
3) Academic Probation.
Students will be placed on academic probation for 3 consecutive quarters in maximum
when cumulative and term GPA fall below 2.00 or earn an “F” in any course after
receiving academic warning. Students on probation must meet with their academic
advisor to develop a written academic plan and establish GPA goals using the Veigel
GPA calculator. Removal from probationary status requires that the student achieve both
a term and cumulative GPA of 2.00 or higher in a subsequent term.
4) Dismissal
a. Cumulative Grade Point Average - An undergraduate student
will be dismissed from the College when receiving an “F” in any course while
on probation or his/her cumulative or term GPA remains below 2.00 at the end
of their probationary period or unless an extended period is approved by
his/her Director.
b. Subject to Dismissal - At the end of the probationary period (three
consecutive terms or more only with approval), a student is subject to
dismissal. The decision to dismiss a student who is subject to dismissal rests
with the College or School an entails a thorough review of the student‟s
academic record, progress and plan. Students whose academic standing is
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classified as subject to dismissal must meet with their academic advisor to
discuss their academic standing, progress and plans.
d. Right to Appeal a Dismissal Decision - A student has the right to appeal a
dismissal decision. He/she may do so by submitting a petition to the Office of
ICC or the Academic Dean. The form must be completed and filed by the
student within seven (7) days of having been notified in writing that he or she
is being dismissed from the College and in no case later than the first day of
classes in the term in which the dismissal is to take effect.
Upon submitting the petition to appeal the dismissal decision, the student will
be scheduled to meet with the Academic Standing Committee of his/her
college or school in order to discuss his or her academic progress and plan. A
final decision regarding the outcome of the student‟s appeal will be
communicated at this meeting.
If a student seeks to be reinstated for the term into which the dismissal is to
take effect, he/she must meet with the Academic Standing Committee before
the Wednesday of the second week of the term. After that date, appeals will
be considered for the subsequent term.
e. Terms of Reinstatement after Dismissal - Reinstatement to the College
through the Academic Standing Committee of the ICC is subject to the
following conditions:
▣For Full-Time Students
The student is expected to meet the Academic Standard of
the College by the time he/she is to graduate, that is, a
cumulative GPA of 2.00. The student must enroll in and
complete no fewer than twelve (12). During the period of
reinstatement, a student cannot change his/her program of study
or status. Inter-college transfer requires that a student is in good
standing that is, above a GPA of 2.00 for such transfer to be
considered unless the transfer is approved by the
Deans/Directors of both units. A student must obtain a
minimum term GPA of at least a 2.00 during the readmitted
term and may not earn grades of F or INC in any given course
during this term. If the student does not meet the GPA standard
as established under the conditions of reinstatement (nominally
2.00), he/she will be dismissed from the College.
▣For Part-Time Students
The student is expected to meet the Academic Standard of
the College by the time he/she is to graduate, that is, a
cumulative GPA of 2.00. The student can enroll in and
complete no more than eleven (11) credits during the
readmitted term. The student must obtain a minimum term
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GPA of at least a 2.00 during the readmitted term and may
not earn grades of F or INC in any given course during this
term. If the student does not meet the 2.00 GPA standards as
established under the conditions of reinstatement, he/she
will be dismissed from the College. Failure to meet the
above conditions will result in dismissal from the College.
Such dismissal is considered final unless overturned by the
Dean/Director of the College/School. A final dismissal
decision may not be appealed.
f. Final Dismissal - Students (a) who do not appeal the initial dismissal
decision, (b) who receive a negative decision from the Academic (Standing)
Committee, or (c) who fail to meet the conditions of reinstatement, are
severed from the College. Such students may apply to ICC for reinstatement,
but must complete twenty-four (24) transferable credits at another institution
with a minimum GPA of 2.50 to be considered for reinstatement.
ENGLISH AS SECOND LANGUAGE (E.S.L.) PROGRAM
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES

Classes focusing on the fundamentals of speaking, listening, reading and writing, life skills,
American culture, TOEFL test preparation, and other topics and skills;

Term Session: Quarterly
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Courses taught by highly qualified and experienced instructors with the use of the best educational
material available;
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A progress report at the end of each level to help you evaluate your strengths and weaknesses;

The experienced advisors and administrators are able to assist students at every step, from initial
application to our school all the way to the transfer process to a university. Ivy Christian College’s
representatives will effectively respond to your concerns, whether it's a question about your student
visa, educational future or even your recreational plans for the weekend!
THE OBJECTIVES OF E.S.L.
The ICC E.S.L. Program provides comprehensive English skills for non-native English speakers to
acquire fluency in communication in English. By doing so, the students will learn the English language
they need at job sites as well as enjoying the cultural and social aspects of the United States.
The ESL program at ICC strives to equip adult learners for professional and personal well being in the United
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States by providing comprehensive E.S.L. instruction to adult speakers of other languages. The ICC promotes
the integration of cultural awareness with the practical application of linguistic knowledge throughout its
programs. The quality of instruction and relevancy of materials to learners‟ lives is of utmost importance.
The E.S.L. Program begins very simply for true beginners, and then gradually progresses to a more
advanced level. The curriculum covers basic conversational English, reading, listening, writing, speaking
and grammar. Successful completion of the E.S.L. Program can greatly enhance your confidence and your
career opportunities.
Specifically, ICC‟s intensive E.S.L. Program aims to achieve a high level of English proficiency in these four
areas:
(1) Fundamental English language skills such as listening, speaking, reading, writing and grammar.
(2) Regular academic activities such as reading and using academic literature and writing college-
level essays.
(3) Communicative skills necessary for everyday situation and for academic settings..
(4) Communicative competence necessary for professional activities such as presentation, meetings,
and consultation.
CHARACTERISTICS OF E.S.L. PROGRAM
The E.S.L. Program is a full-time, two year-round study program that may consist of a 10-week sessions,
five days a week, each quarter. The main features of the program are:
(1) Small Classes: All classes are limited to 15 or 25 students so that the students have more
opportunities to communicate in English with peers. Small group activities also provide a
comfortable environment for the students to participate actively. .
(2) Six Levels of English Proficiency and Academic English Courses: The program consists of six levels
(ESL 100throughESL 301) for the exact placement of each student according to his/her English
ability.
(3) Balanced and Integrated Curriculum: The curriculum combines core courses in four language skills:
listening, speaking, reading and writing. Grammar instruction is provided in every level. All classes
are taught with an emphasis on communication through a variety of interactive, communicative
activities to help students develop communicative competence
(4) Qualified and Experienced Faculty: All instructors have at least a bachelor‟s degree or a master‟s
degree in TESOL, Education or English Literature and are dedicated to teaching students.
(5) Communicative Approach: All classes are taught with an emphasis on communication through a
variety of interactive, communicative activities to help students develop communicative competence.
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(6) Top-Notch Facilities and Student Services: Students have access to school facilities including a
computer lab, a library, and an auditorium. Students also have access to a variety of student
services such as academic advising services
(7) Great Value: Students have a total of 22.5 hours of intensive instruction every week for a
reasonablecost.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The ICC ESL Program offers extensive preparation in conversational English such as Comprehension,
Reading, Writing, Grammar and Pronunciation. The program is offered in three major levels: Beginner,
Intermediate, and Advanced class along with TOFEL class which prepares students for applying major
colleges and universities in the United States and Business English and other higher level English elective
courses.
With a large international population, Ivy Christian College is the embodiment of the diversity that
characterizes the United States. Reading and writing are important skills, but we begin the ESL program
with an emphasis on listening and speaking. The main focus of the program is developing your ability to
use English in your everyday personal life and workplace.
1. Beginner – Students in Beginner Level are mostly new comers and they learn survival English
and American culture to overcome the English language barrier and cultural difference. St designed for
the students who are living in the United States and desiring to overcome the English language barrier.
The instruction is focused on survival English and reading and writing incorporated with basic grammar.
2. Intermediate – Students in this level of course develop their vocabulary, grammar, speaking and
writing skills to hold a day to day conversation in English. At this level, students start writing a short
paragraph.
3. Advanced – Students at advanced level learn more academic vocabulary and complex grammar
rules as well as develop their writing skill. At this level, students can communicate in English
comfortably both in written and oral language.
4. TOEFL Preparation and Academic English- Students in these courses develop academic English
and the writing skill in order to prepare to study in undergraduate and postgraduate level in the U.S.
Class for Basic Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Courses:
Mon/Thu: Reading/Listening/Speaking
Tue/Wed: Grammar/Writing
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TOEFL Prep & Academic English
Mon/Thu: Listening (9:00 A.M. - 10:30 A.M.), Grammar (10:40 am – 12:00 PM.)
Speaking (12:30 P.M. – 1:30 P.M.)
Tue/Wed: Grammar (9:00 A.M. - 10:30 A.M.), Writing (10:40 am – 12:00 PM.)
Discussion (12:30 P.M. – 1:30 P.M.)
E.S.L. PROGRAM POLICY
E.S.L. Satisfactory Academic Progress
To be making satisfactory academic progress, a student must attend at least 80% of the scheduled
class hours on a cumulative basis during each evaluation period, which is regulated by Student
and Exchange Visitors Information System (SEVIS) and have „Pass‟ (at least a “C”) grade
average each term and by graduation.
S.A.P. Appeal Process
A student has the right to appeal a dismissal decision. He/she may do so by submitting a petition
to the Office of ICC or the Academic Dean. The form must be completed and filed by the student
within seven (7) days of having been notified in writing that he or she is being dismissed from the
College and in no case later than the first day of classes in the term in which the dismissal is to
take effect.
Upon submitting the petition to appeal the dismissal decision, the student will be scheduled to
meet with the Academic Standing Committee of his/her college or school in order to discuss his
or her academic progress and plan. A final decision regarding the outcome of the student‟s appeal
will be communicated at this meeting.
If a student seeks to be reinstated for the term into which the dismissal is totake effect, he/she
must meet with the Academic Standing Committee before the Wednesday of the second week of
the term. After that date, appeals will be considered for the subsequent term.
Leave of Absence Policy
Any student may be granted a Leave of Absence (LOA) for legitimate emergencies. A student
must request the LOA in writing before the beginning date of the leave of absence, unless
unforeseen circumstances prevent advance notice. All requests for a leave of absence must be
made in writing, signed, and dated by the student, and submitted to the DSO. The anticipated date
of return must be included on the request.
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TheDSO will meet with the student personally to discuss the requestand determine whether the
leave will be granted. A student who misses 15 consecutive days of classes without an LOA will
be terminated.
Probation
A student who does not meet minimum academic grading requirements at any evaluation point
will be placed on academic probationfor the following period. The student will be removed from
probation if he or she has successfully raised the academic grade average. Failure to correct the
problem by the end of the probationary period will result in termination from the program.
In addition, if a student's cumulative attendance falls below 80% the student will be place on
attendance probation. If the student‟s attendance does not improve while on probation, the
student will be dismissed from college.
Academic Termination
A student will be terminated if he/she fails to meet satisfactory progress requirements at the end
of the probationary period. Studentswho are terminated for lack of satisfactory progress are
responsible for meeting their financial obligations to the school.
Maximum Time Frame
Students must complete all course work in no more than 1.5 times the normal program length, as
measured in contact/credit hours offered. This 1.5time‟s normal program length is referred to as
the maximum time frame.
Program Extension
In order to obtain a program extension, you must show that you have continually maintained
status and that the extension is needed for compelling academic or medical reasons, or a
documented illness. Delays in completing your program caused by academic probation or
suspension are not acceptable reasons for program extension approval.
Extension of stay can be granted only for documented academic or medical reasons. You may be
eligible for an I-20 extension if the following criteria are met:
 the delay was caused by documented academic or medical circumstances,
 you have sufficient financial resources to fund your studies and living expenses, and
the extension is requested in a timely manner, with sufficient time for processing before the
current expiration
If your program end date (I-20, section #5) has expired or you do not meet the eligibility
requirements to apply for a program extension, it will be necessary to file for reinstatement to F-1
status with USCIS, for which you will have to pay a substantial fee. In addition, failure to apply
for an extension of stay in a timely manner is a violation of F-1 regulations, which can carry
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heavy penalties.
The following are not valid reasons for I-20 extensions:
 To enroll in extra courses or repeat the same course for personal interest or to improve
one‟s GPA
 An I-20 which has already passed the program end date cannot be extended.
Documentation Needed
The request for an extension of an I-20 consists of several required forms which must be
completed and submitted during an appointment with an Academic Advisor:
I-20 Request Form for Extension to Complete Program Requirements, Academic/Faculty Advisor
Recommendation Form for I-20 Extensions, and Financial Resources Statement for Issuance of
Form I-20 with supporting financial documents.
How to Request an Extension
First, fill out the Program Extension Request form and meet with your academic advisor or
program director to obtain his/her recommendation. Once you have prepared all of the extension
request materials, you must submit them in person to an international student advisor, and an
appointment is required. We strongly recommend that you submit the extension request at least 12 months prior to the expiration of your current I-20 form.
Be sure to keep this new I-20 and all previous I-20 forms that you have been issued. They must
be submitted upon request to an immigration officer when you travel outside the U.S., for future
immigration petitions.
Course Repetitions
Students who receive a grade of "Fail" for a level/course attempted are placed on academic
probation and must repeat the course/ level. A course/ level may be repeated only once during a
program at the teacher‟s recommendation. Course repeats will be shown on official transcripts.
Such graded courses/ levels must be successfully repeated within the 1.5 maximum time frames.
Graduation for Requirement to Complete the ESL Program
In accordance with the policies of theIvy Christian Collegeawards a certificate of completion
tothose students who complete the program and meet the minimum standards for satisfactory
progress as currently defined.Students must also have completed all payments for tuition and fees.
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E.S.L. PROGRAM COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Course Level
ESL 100
Beginner-Low
ESL 101
Beginner-High
ESL 200
Intermediate-Low
Description of Level
This course is designed to teach students basic vocabulary and expressions used
commonly in daily conversations along with U.S. culture.
This course develops students' basic ability to comprehend and respond
appropriately to simple spoken English and to produce basic spoken English in
social situations.
This course develops students' basic ability to comprehend and respond
appropriately to simple spoken English and to produce basic spoken English in
academic and social situations. This course also develops students' ability to
comprehend and analyze intermediate texts in English.
ESL 201
Intermediate-High
This course broadens students' ability to comprehend and respond appropriately
to spoken English and to use spoken English in a variety of academic, social and
professional settings. This course also develops students' ability to comprehend
and analyze intermediate texts in English, enhances students' ability to organize
and write a paragraph.
ESL 300
Advanced-Low
This course deepens students' ability to comprehend and respond appropriately to
authentic spoken English and to use spoken English in a variety of academic,
social and professional settings. This course also deepens students' ability to
comprehend and analyze authentic texts in English, expands students' ability to
synthesize and organize information to produce summaries, essays and
documented papers.
ESL 301
Advanced-High
This course deepens students' ability to comprehend and respond appropriately to
authentic spoken English and to use spoken English in a variety of academic,
social and professional settings by using more sophisticated vocabulary. This
course expands students' ability to comprehend and analyze authentic texts in
English, improves students' ability to synthesize and organize information to
produce summaries, essays and documented papers, and enhances students'
fluency in producing written language in a variety of rhetorical patterns.
TFL
TOEFL
Preparation
AE 400, 500 & 600
This course familiarizes students with the format of the Internet-based TOEFL
(iBT). The course also trains students to apply appropriate test-taking strategies in
the skill areas of reading, listening, speaking and writing.
Thesecoursesare offered for students who will study in undergraduate or
postgraduate level in the U.S. or English speaking countries. The
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Academic English
I, II, III
Cinema English
courseemphasize enhancing students‟academic English skills -reading, writing
research papers, vocabulary and academic discourse.
This course introduces the student to films of renown or of particular impact or influence
in the English-speaking world. The course also explores vocabulary or expressions used
in the social, political, and ideological contexts presented in these films.
FACULTY OF THE ‘ICC’
The faculty of ICC must not only be highly qualified in academics and instructional methodologies,
but they also must be excellent spiritual and moral examples for students for the glory of God. Every
board, administrator, staff and faculty member must sign the Statement of Belief and Covenant or
Doctrinal Position, Philosophy of Education, and distinctive principles of ICC.
FACULTY LISTING
Associate in Biblical Studies
Dr. David Y Pak., President (Part-time)
Conrcordia Theological Seminary, Completed the course of a doctorate in Miss.
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.D.Min,
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. M.Div., Th.M.
Kyung-Hee University. M.E
KwangWoon University., B.E.
Dr. Chang KyuKim,AcademicDean&Director of A.B.S Program(Part-time)
Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary, D.Min. Th.M., M.Div.
Yonsei University, M.E., B.S.
Dr. David H. Kim (Full-Time)
Dallas Theological Seminary, Th.D.
San Francisco Baptist Seminary, B.D.
Korean Bible College B.A.
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Dr. Ron R. Blankenship (Part-time)
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Doctor of Ministry
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, M.A. in Christian Education
Marshall University, Bachelor of Business Administration
Rev. Robert Eagy (Part-time)
Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary, M.S. in Biblical Counseling
Liberty University, B.S. in Pastoral Studies
Rev. Seok Won Moon (Director of Student Affairs, Part-time)
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, M.Div.
Korea Baptist Theological College/Seminary, Th.B.
Dr.. Younsik Lee (Director of IEP, Part-time)
Liberty Theological Seminary, D.Min
Liberty Theological Seminary, M.Div, M.R.E.
Bible Baptist College, B.A. in Theology
Ms. HyoJeong Cho (Director of General Education, Full-time)
University of Maryland, M. Ed. in Teaching ESOL with K-12 Certificate
Chung Ang University, B.A. in English Linguistics
Ms. Hee Suk Lee
Ivy Christian College, A.B.S in Biblical Studies
Pusan National University, M.Ed. in Methods in Education
Pusan National University, B.A. in History Education
E.S.L. Program Faculty
Mr. Byung Y. Kim, Director of Admission and E.S.L Program. (Part-time)
Carnegie Mellon University, B.S. in Business Administration
Ms. HyoJeong Cho (Assistant Director of E.S.L. Program, Part-time)
University of Maryland, M. Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction with K-12 TESOL Certificate
Chung Ang University, B.A. in English Linguistics
Ms. Fatima Haris (Full-Time)
George Mason University, B.S. in Psychology
Ms. Kekey Johnson (Full-Time)
Johns Hopkins University, M.S. in Special Education
Morgan State University, B.S. in Mental Health Technology
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Mr. Jacob Kim
Regent University, M.Div. in Practical Theology
State University of New York at Stony Brook, B.A. in Social Sciences Interdisciplinary
Mr. Christopher Arrington
George Mason University, M.A. in Linguistics
George Mason University, B.A. in Psychology
ADMINISTRATION
President
Dr. David Y. Pak
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.D.Min
Academic Dean
Dr. Chang Kyu Kim
Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary, D.Min. Th.M., M.Div.
Faculty &
A.B.S Program Director
Dr. David H. Kim
Dallas Theological Seminary, Th.D
Director of IEP
Dr. Younsik Lee (Director of IEP, Part-time)
Liberty Theological Seminary, D.Min
Liberty Theological Seminary, M.Div, M.R.E.
Bible Baptist College, B.A. in Theology
Director of General Education
& Assistant Director of ESL
Ms. HyoJeong Cho
University of Maryland, M. Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction
Director of Registrar
Ms. HollyYoo
Pratt Institute, B.A. in Industrial Design
Director of Finance
Mr. Sung Kim
University of Sao Paulo, B.A. in Economics
Director of Student Affairs
Rev. Seok Won Moon
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, M.Div
Director of Admissions
& ESL Program
Mr. Byung Kim
Carnegie Mellon University, B.S. in Business Administration
Library Assistant
Ms.Hannah Lee
Kyeong Won University, M.Ed. in English Education
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BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Chairman
Jane Choi
Secretary
John Yoo
Treasury
Kang Kun Lee
Director
John Shin (Lawyer)
Director
Charles S. Chung (Architecture)
Director
Dae C. Kim (CPA)
Director
David Y. Pak (President)
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