GETTING STARTED AND COMPLETING A PROGRAM

1. Make Application: One must apply and be accepted for admission before being registering in any degree or certificate program. There is a one time $45.00 non refundable application fee for this process. You may apply and pay this fee online or send it to the Registrar's office: 5130 North Arkansas Avenue, Russellville, AR 82802. Register online        Download Registration PDF

2. Be Accepted: Once accepted you will be qualified to register as a candidate for a degree or certificate program. There is an annual fee of $125.00 for this process. You will receive a University email address, an online student portfolio (password protected website) and be assigned a  mentor.     

3. Orientation-Matriculation: Orientation and Matriculation workshops are conducted throughout the year in one or more of the following locations; Phoenix, Arizona, Russellville, Arkansas, Dallas, Texas, Monterrey, Mexico and Cootamundra NSW,  Australia. You must attend one of these workshops or complete an online Orientation-Matriculation course. Workshop cost and fees vary according to location and method of completion. Cost and fees are announced with the current schedule.

4. Complete your initial MAP: The cost for your personal portfolio and accompanying materials, initial assessment and program development is $450.00. You must complete the initial portion of your Ministry Advancement Portfolio before your degree program and independent study contract can be developed and approved. You may have up to 90 days to complete this process. Late fees may apply if you take more than 90 days to complete this process.

5. Complete your program: Once your degree or certificate program and independent study contract has been agreed upon and approved, you will begin your study and submit completed projects and studies through your online portfolio.

6. Process Assessment and Certification: You will have three years to complete most degree programs. Certificate programs vary according to the program and study path selected. Your mentor will work with you as needed throughout this process. Each item submitted for credit will be assessed by the University and certified for credit, provided the work is complete and receives a passing appraisal and recommendation from your mentor or portfolio assessor. The PAC fee for most degree programs is currently $3,600.00, provided the program is completed within the 3 year period or within less time. There is no reduction in this fee if your program is completed in less time. If the three year period is extended there will be a $1, 200.00 extension  fee added to your program.

7. Graduation: Once your PAC has been successfully completed you will be recommended to the Board of Regents for approval of the awarding of your diploma and qualified to participate in a graduation ceremony.  Graduation ceremonies are normally held in Phoenix, Arizona or Russellville, Arkansas they may however, be scheduled in the same areas of the Orientation-Matriculation workshops depending on the number of graduates in the area. Graduation cost vary according to the area held, special events and the cost of your graduation cap and gown etc. Special ceremonies may be scheduled and held in your local church or area at your expense.