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ESTABLISHED POLICIES 

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FREE GOSPEL BIBLE INSTITUTE IS A FAITH SCHOOL

....The faith policy of Free Gospel Bible Institute enables more young people to enter Pentecostal ministry. Although there is no charge for room, board, or tuition, it is our desire to discourage slothfulness and irresponsibility, stressing that each one must trust God and pray with us for the meeting of institute needs, as well as for their personal needs. All are expected to give regularly according to their financial ability.       Financial Aid

 

FREE GOSPEL BIBLE INSTITUTE UPHOLDS BIBLE HOLINESS

....In accordance with the Scripture, the Free Gospel Bible Institute earnestly endeavors to uphold a standard of holiness, teaching that God's children ought to "Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord" (Heb 12:14). In daily living, and class instruction, students are admonished to "be not conformed to this world" but to be "transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God" (Rom 12:2). Since holiness effects both heart and life, it is expected that a Christian should "love not the world, neither the things that are in the world", for "if any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him." (I John 2:15). Further, he should cleanse himself "from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God." (2 Cor 7:1). Therefore, one should seek a close walk with God and the cultivation of the fruit of the Holy Spirit in his life.

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REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION

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

2.   Christian Character: Admission is dependent on Christian Character and ability to benefit from the program offered in the Institute. All applicants must submit a typed, full-page testimony that gives evidence of a definite experience of salvation, dedication to God and a desire to do His will.  It is expected that all students will be preparing their lives for Pentecostal ministry.

3.   Education: It is desirable that applicants have a high school diploma or the equivalent. 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.  Applicants must first receive official notification of acceptance 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 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.

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

8.  Nondiscriminatory 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.

      If you are an international  applicant 
please go to  INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS page
     FINANCES: GENERAL EXPENSES
First Semester

Application Fee .................$35.00
Entrance Fee ...................$275.00
Insurance........................ .$ 25.00
Torchbearer Year Book ....$ 50.00
Library Fee .......................$ 10.00
Phone Fee ........................$ 10.00
TOTAL                               $405.00 

               Second Semester

Entrance Fee....................$275.00
Insurance.........................$ 25.00
Library Fee........................$10.00
Phone Fee.........................$10.00  
TOTAL                              $320.00

Textbooks are additional and must be paid for before issuance. 
Costs may vary according to courses or price increases.

Textbooks: 

 First  Semester  Second Semester
Freshman Year
Junior Year
Senior Year
Notes Fee
$ 140.00
$ 135.00     
$ 125.00
$   20.00      
 $ 140.00
$ 135.00
$ 125.00
$   20.00
 
 
 

 

DELAYED PAYMENT AGREEMENT: Students who are unable to pay fees at the time of registration are required to complete a Delayed Payment Agreement and will be assessed a $60.00 carrying fee.  

CLASS DUES of $100.00 for each student, are assessed by each class in addition to the above fees and are necessary to fund class activities, yearbook production, and class gift to the Institute. Class dues are included in those financial obligations that must be met before an FGBI Diploma can be issued.

JUNIOR AND SENIOR RE-ENROLLMENT FEE: A registration fee of $35.00 will be charged when the student returns the acceptance form issued by the school, approving the acceptance of the student for the Junior or Senior year.

ALL FEES ABOVE ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.  

Breakage Fees: 
A refundable breakage/clean-room deposit is due upon registration.


Financial Aid/ Scholarships:  are not available. As a faith school we have no charge for room, board or tuition. This is our contribution to the student. Beyond this, students must pray and find a way to pay other required fees. Pray that the Lord directs you in locating a sponsor who can help you. International students are responsible to find their own sponsor.

STUDENT EMPLOYMENT

.... Student Employment: Students residing on campus are not to obtain outside employment during the time spent at the Free Gospel Bible Institute (September through May) so they may be present to benefit fully from the Bible Institute program, atmosphere, prayer times, and ministry opportunities.

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TRANSFERS FROM OTHER SCHOOLS

...Free Gospel Bible Institute does accept transfers from other colleges and Bible Institutes.  To qualify for a diploma, transfer students are required to complete a minimum of two semesters at FGBI, as  full-time students, accumulating a total of 125 academic units. Transfer of credit is contingent upon the transfer student maintaining a passing average in all subjects. 
....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. This evaluation will be done course by course by the appropriate administration officials. Credit from correspondence courses or foreign institutions are not transferable.
NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY
....The 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.

Fall Semester in progress

Spring Semester begins on January 9, 2010

Begin NOW to make serious inquiry
and preparations!
Is the Lord calling you to preach the Gospel?
"Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth."  
2 Timothy 2:15

Have you prayed about 
God's Will for your life?
Our graduates are serving the Lord
around the world in multiple fields of ministry.

FREE GOSPEL BIBLE INSTITUTE     P.O. Box 477     Export, Pennsylvania 15632
Phone:  (724) 327- 5454          FAX:  (724) 327- 3419   Email:  fgbi@fgbi.org
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