Admissions

ADMISSIONS
1 . Age: All applicants should be at least 18 years old. Younger applicants are accepted only by special permission.

2.Christian Character: All applicants must submit a handwritten, full page testimony that gives evidence of a definite experience of Salvation, dedication t o God and a desire to do His will. All students are expected to be planning to prepare their lives for Pentecostal ministry.

3. Education: It is desirable that an applicant be a high school graduate or its equivalent, and a transcript of high school grades must be furnished to our office upon application.

4. A fully completed application form must be submitted, accompanied by a recent photograph, and application fee. Applicants must first receive notice of acceptance from the designated authority before coming to school.

5. Health: All applicants must furnish satisfactory evidence that they enjoy reasonably sound health. A qualified physician must complete an FGBI "Certificate of Health".

6. Credit For Previous Education: Free Gospel Bible Institute does accept transfers from other colleges and Bible institutes. A maximum of 6 hours credit may be transferred per semester. In order to receive a diploma from Free Gospel Bible Institute a student must attend for at least 2 semesters as a full-time student. Transfer of credits is contingent upon the transfer student maintaining a passing average in all subjects. Credits from international schools or correspondence courses are not transferable. Free Gospel Bible Institute reserves the right to evaluate and accept or reject credit earned prior to the beginning of the Free Gospel Bible Institute course of study. International Students: Free Gospel Bible Institute is authorized under federal law to enroll international students.

7. International Students: Free Gospel Bible Institute is authorized under federal law to enroll international students.

8. Non discriminatory Policy: Free Gospel Bible Institute, Inc. does not and will not discriminate against applicants or students on the basis of race, national origin, or economic status.

CAMPUS LIFE

LIVING REGULATIONS
In order to live pleasantly in a dormitory, the student will have to adjust himself to a new environment and show cooperation with his room mates. We expect that all students be truthful, courteous and trustworthy in all their dealings with fellow students. All single students must live on campus. Each student will be issued a Student Handbook. Each student will be required to sign a Student Commitment.

Dormitories must be kept clean and in order, furnishing a Christian atmosphere with good living conditions for all. Economy is requested in the use of water, lights, heating, etc.  No pets may be kept on campus for any student. Weapons such as firearms, knives, etc., are not permitted on the campus. The Lord’s Day is not to be used for work, other than necessary duties. Visitors may not be entertained in the dormitory without permission from the respective Dean. NO TELEVISION SETS ARE PERMITTED ON THE CAMPUS.

PERSONAL APPEARANCE
LADY STUDENTS

(1) THE OFFICIAL EVERYDAY UNIFORM:

         Jumpers may be dark brown, dark green, navy blue, black, or burgundy. The blouse worn under the jumper may be white or conservative color or design, three-quarter or long-sleeved. Turtle-neck tops are permissible. Button up sweaters are permitted over the jumper, but they must be a solid conservative color.  Pullover sweaters should not be worn with the uniform.  Jackets or blazers are not to be worn during class.  Small scarves are permitted with the uniform. Scarves should only be as large as the neckline in the jumper. Tennis shoes, sandals, etc. may not be worn for classes, chapel, or church. Any clothing that diverts attention from the purpose of the classroom is to be avoided.

 UNIFORMS MUST BE MADE ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS TO BE ACCEPTABLE.

(2) SUNDAY SERVICES AND STUDENT MINISTRY ATTIRE: 

        The Sunday uniform is to be worn. Ladies are to wear hosiery to all services and classes. Ladies hosiery may be of non-patterned, conservative colors that coordinate with the uniform. Make-up is never to be worn (lipstick, lip gloss, rouge, eyebrow pencil, mascara, eye shadow, fingernail polish (clear or colored), etc.  Moderation in hair accessories is required. Hair barrettes and bows should be conservative. All clothing and uniforms must be at least two inches below the bottom of the knee.  Tight fitting clothing, slits and immodest necklines are not permitted.  Christian women should give careful attention to proper fit, dressing modestly whether in the dormitory halls, prayer room, at the telephones, or outside mailbox. No type of sweat pants, long-johns, or any other sleepwear with legs, as men’s apparel, is permitted at any time.  Ladies should wear sleepwear that is feminine in design (Deuteronomy 22:5).  A robe must be worn in the halls and modesty observed in dorm-room activities. All young ladies should strive to maintain a Godly, feminine look.  

(3) HAIR:

 Hair is not to be cut or trimmed during your three years here.  Those who violate this will be excluded    from student ministry and choir for one calendar year.  If you should enter the first year with short hair, allow it to grow.  Wigs, hair extensions or hair dye are not permitted.  Refrain from appearing in public with curlers or hot-sticks in your hair. Hats worn in class, chapel or church services, simply as accessories, are not permitted.

During the student’s three years at FGBI, tattoos and body piercing will not be permitted.  Any previous tattoos must remain covered at all times.  Rings (except wedding rings), earrings, necklaces, pins, beads, and bracelets are not permitted.  Hair-dye and extreme hairstyles (as defined by the Administration) will not be allowed.

 Any clothing that promotes principles that are in conflict with the standards of this school is not permitted.  If there are any questions concerning clothing, the matter will be determined at the discretion of the Dean.

MEN STUDENTS

(1) FOR ALL CLASSES, young men are required to wear a dress shirt (white or conservative color),  dressy pants (no jeans), a conservative tie (no bow ties), and a sports coat or long sleeve cardigan sweater. (Windbreakers, jackets, and extreme styles and colors are not permitted.) Any clothing that is distracting or diverts attention from the purpose of the classroom is to be avoided.

(2) FOR SUNDAY SERVICES AND STUDENT MINISTRY, dark suits, white shirts, conservative ties, and dress shoes are mandatory.  Dress boots or boot-type shoes are acceptable for class, but not for church services

(3) FOR WEDNESDAY CHURCH SERVICES AND SPECIAL SERVICES that do not require Sunday attire, men are to wear a conservative dress shirt and tie, dress pants, dress shoes, and sports jacket. Casual wear is acceptable during free-time, breakfast, supper and weekends, but young men are required to be clean, neat, and avoid immodest clothing. (i.e., tight pants, open-chested shirts, sweat pants, jogging pants, shorts, etc.) Modesty should be observed at all times, including dorm-room activities.

(4) During the student’s three years at FGBI, tattoos and body piercing will not be permitted.  Any previous tattoos must remain covered at all times.  Rings (except wedding rings), earrings, necklaces, pins, beads, and bracelets are not permitted.  Hair-dye and extreme hairstyles (as defined by the Administration) will not be allowed.

(5) Men Students are required to keep hair cut short, not covering the ears or touching the collar. Sideburns are to be no longer than to the middle of the ear. Mustaches are prohibited. Men students are to be clean-shaven at all times.

(6) Wardrobe planning for the coming school year should include at least two sport coats, a dark suit, 4 pairs of dress slacks, dress and white shirts, and a selection of at least 6 ties, along with your other personal items, as you desire. Also, suitable clothing for work should be included. Boots are not acceptable for church or student ministries.

MARRIED STUDENTS

A limited number of married couples are accepted as resident students. Married couples without children are invited to live on campus in our winterized cottages. We recommend that both husband and wife enroll as students.  Cottage accommodations on campus will be given first to those who comply with this rule.

 In addition to the registration and regular institute expenses, married couples must also assume the heating expenses of their cottages. The married couple is responsible for providing their own heat source (a vented oil/propane heater) and making arrangements for their own fuel supply. No portable electric heaters are to be used.

Use of a cottage includes a charge of $20.00 per month for electricity. The electric fee for metered cottages will be assessed according to use. 

Due to limited accommodations, married couples with families must find housing off campus, at their own expense. Married couples living on the campus are subjected to the rules and regulations of the Free Gospel Bible Institute. Wives not enrolling as full-time students will be encouraged to take ETA courses, and to share the work-load with an assigned duty.  Attendance at all church services is required.

 COMMUTER ATTENDANCE

Commuting students who have not attended an area church regularly prior to enrollment are required to attend all services of the Institute church during their three year course of study, including vacations and summer break.

 AUTOMOBILE REGULATIONS

Students may bring an automobile to school, but must furnish the office with proof of a valid driver’s license, vehicle registration, and proof of automobile insurance.

The purchase of an automobile, or any other time-payment indebtedness should not be contracted while a student is in school. Parking fees are $10.00 per semester.  All cars must be kept in safe operating condition or be removed from the campus.

 TRANSPORTATION

FGBI is located approximately 22 miles east of Pittsburgh. Students needing transportation to or from the Pittsburgh International Airport, or bus terminals, for arrivals or vacation departures from school, may use the service provided by our Institute vehicles.

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STUDENT SCHEDULE

· Saturday is a workday with time also allotted for leisure and personal interests.

·On Sundays all students not on outside ministry are required to attend Sunday School, morning worship, and       the evening evangelistic service here at the Institute.

     · Note: Students are required to attend, fully cooperate with and participate in all regularly scheduled        
        activities and special events of the official school year.

·Rules are in effect seven days a week.

 DUTIES
The privilege of attending a faith school such as FGBI brings with it many responsibilities.  Appreciation for this faith policy is demonstrated by the willingness of all students to help with the daily operation and maintenance of the school.  Each student is expected to diligently and cheerfully fulfill required daily duties, as unto the Lord.

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