1.        Does World Harvest Bible College offer a degree?
WHBC offers a two-year Diploma of Arts in Religion with the successful completion of one of four concentrations areas: Pastoral and Church Leadership, Evangelism and Missions, Music Ministries, and General Bible. We also have a one-year Diploma of Arts in Ministry.

2.        What kinds of classes are taught at the Bible College ?
WHBC provides solid Biblical and theological based courses, general education courses, and coursework in practical aspects of ministry. A sampling of courses includes: Old and New Testament Literature, Spiritual Authority & Integrity, Introduction to Evangelism, English, Christian Leadership, Acts and the Holy Spirit, Biblical and Theological Basis of Praise and Worship, Eschatology, College Choir, Music Theory, etc.

3.        What is the range of ages of students enrolled?
WHBC attracts students from 17 to 65 years of age. Some students come straight from high school, some have previously been to college, and others have already graduated from previous colleges plus have working experience or graduate degrees when they come to World Harvest Bible College .

4.        How long does each semester last?
The fall semester begins in August and ends in December, and the spring semester begins in January and ends in May. Generally, each concentration can be completed in four semesters of full-time study.

5.        Does World Harvest Bible College help students with employment while they are in school?
At the beginning of the fall semester, WHBC invites various Columbus employers to our annual Job Fair to assist our students and their spouses in securing area employment. Other opportunities are posted on the Employment Board for the students to review. Those who are interested in working at World Harvest Church may contact the Human Resource Department at (614) 837-1990.

6.        What are the employment opportunities in the area?
The Columbus Dispatch is an excellent resource for employment. Their phone number is (614) 461-5000, and their website is www.dispatch.com. The Employment Guide is also another excellent source for employment opportunities. Their phone number is (614) 367-1503, and their website is www.EmploymentGuide.com.

7.        How can I pay for my tuition and fees?
WHBC only accepts cashiers’ checks, money orders, cash, American Express, Discover, MasterCard or Visa (debit or credit card). No personal, ministry or business account checks are accepted.

8.        Does World Harvest Bible College offer scholarships or financial assistance?
At this time WHBC is not accredited by the federal Government, therefore our students are not eligible to receive federal or state money. WHBC does not offer scholarships. However, aid is offered in the form of a Tuition Partnership Grant provided to students who are supported by their Ministerial Fellowship member church. If the church provides $1,400 in tuition, WHBC will provide the second (consecutive) semester of tuition only. Contact WHBC for more information on this opportunity. WHBC tuition is intentionally kept low to enable as many students as desire to attend the school.

9.        Does WHBC qualify for Veteran’s Educational Benefits?
Yes. Contact the Veteran’s Office at WHBC at (800) 940-9422 for information.

10.     Can I get a loan through a financial institute to attend WHBC?
Students are encouraged to use the SLM Financial Corporation (which is a Sallie Mae loan program) to assist them with covering the expenses of tuition and living expenses. Their phone number is (877) 834-9851, and their website is www.salliemae.com.

11.     Does World Harvest Bible College offer housing on campus?
Yes, Cunningham Hall and Jude Hall. Students 23 years of age or younger, without dependents, are required to live in the Residence Halls for their first two semesters unless they live with their parents or relatives. If space is available in either Residence Hall at the end of Registration, students older than 23 can request permission to live in the Residence Halls.

12.     How are roommates assigned in the Residence Halls?
Roommates will be assigned upon arrival at WHBC. If you would like to request to live with a specific person, you may do so on the Roommate Placement Information Form, which you will receive via mail after you have been accepted to WHBC and have paid the minimum required to live in the Residence Halls.

13.     What about meals?
The MAC Café offers a meal card for students to purchase. The minimum cost of the meal card is $20 which will purchase four (4) meals from the MAC Café. Students who live in the Residence Halls have access to cooking utensils and microwaves, as well as a commissary with vending machines.

14.     Do you provide housing for students over 23 years old and/or for married couples?
At this time WHBC does not provide housing for married students or for students over 23 years of age. However, students over the age of 23 may request permission from the Dean of Students to live in the Residence Halls depending on room availability. Information on local housing is available upon acceptance to WHBC.

15.     What classes can I transfer from another college?
Only general education classes (such as English, Math, Psychology, and Sociology) taken at college level will transfer. A grade of “C” or higher is required and a sufficient amount of credit to fulfill our requirements is needed. The college you attended must send an official transcript to WHBC for consideration.

16.     Can I complete the Diploma of Arts in Religion program in less than two years?
With credits transferred in, it may be possible with special academic counseling. A meeting with the Academic Dean would be required.

17.     Does World Harvest Bible College offer correspondence courses?
The External Studies Program is available for those who would like to learn more about the Bible but cannot relocate to Columbus , Ohio . The External Studies Program is not for college credit.

18.     Does World Harvest Bible College offer summer classes?
Summer classes have been offered in the past, but are not currently on the schedule. Updates of the Academic calendar are posted on our website.

19.     Are there any athletic opportunities at World Harvest Bible College ?
Intramural sports are available at WHBC, including soccer, basketball, volleyball, etc., as well as open gym twice per week.