Distance Education Learning Center
INTERACTIVE
SEMINARY PROGRAM
External
Studies On CD-ROM
Frequently
Asked Questions
ü Do I have to be connected to the Internet to study?
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Who can
register for enrollment in the Interactive Study Program?
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Am I
in control my own study schedule?
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Can I
earn my degree by distance education alone, using the Interactive Study
Program?
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What
is the tuition cost of the Interactive Study Program?
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What
are the computer system requirements for the Interactive Study Program?
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Can I
sample an Interactive Study Program course before enrolling?
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How
can I enroll in the Interactive Study Program?
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Is the
entire course, including materials, on the CD-ROM?
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How
will I submit my assignments?
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Do I
have access to instructors?
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Is
technical support available for the Interactive Study Program?
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Can I
audit the courses via the Interactive Study Program?
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How
long will I have to complete each course?
ü If I want to take courses via distance education, do I have to study on computer?
ü Is Vintage Bible College Secularly Accredited?
Q. Do I have to be connected to the Internet to
study?
A. No. The Vintage Bible College Interactive Study Program is shipped to you on CD-ROM. Course instructions and materials are located on the CD-ROM. Assignments can be submitted to Vintage Bible College & Seminary via postal mail or email.
Q. Does
each course include audio-visual aids?
A. Most Vintage Bible College Interactive Study
Program courses have audio lectures, workbook lessons, etc., while at the
graduate level, courses are often project-oriented.
A. The Interactive Study Program is user-friendly
and simple to use. If you have enough
computer experience to search the web, email, etc., you should do will with the
Vintage Bible College Interactive Study Program.
Q. Who can
register for enrollment in the
Interactive Study Program?
A. Anyone in agreement with the Vintage Bible
College student catalog and accepted
as a student may enroll in a program of study at Vintage Bible College &
Seminary.
Q. Am I in control
of my own study schedule?
A.
Yes. The Vintage Bible College Interactive
Study Program virtually brings the classroom right to your front door,
permitting you to study in the privacy of your own home, office, while
traveling, etc. Anywhere you go,
anytime you desire, you can study… allowing you to earn your degree, while
continuing with your current responsibilities.
Q. Can I earn my degree by distance education
alone, using the Interactive Study Program?
A. Yes.
All courses are capable of being performed without having to commute to
the campus. Upon satisfactory
completion of your approved course of study, you will be invited to march with
your graduating class; however, if you cannot attend graduation exercises (due
to distance, expense, physical hindrances, etc.) you will receive your degree by
mail.
Q. What is the tuition cost of the Interactive
Study Program?
A. Tuition costs are the same as traditional distance education costs. Effective 2004, tuition is $75.00 per credit for Associate and Bachelor level, and $85.00 per credit Masters and Doctorate level (subject to change). We also have an interest-free low monthly payment schedule available. Please contact Vintage Bible College via email info@vintagebiblecollege.org or telephone (336) 759-0591.
Q. What are the computer system requirements
for the Interactive Study Program?
A. Minimum requirements: Pentium
Processor, Windows 95, 16 MB
RAM 800x600
Display settings (Screen Resolution 16 Bit), Sound Card, Intel Codecs
(Incl. on CD-ROM), Audio Speakers, and CD-ROM Drive.
Q. Can I sample an Interactive Study Program
course before enrolling?
A. Yes.
You can view a FREE demo course from our website at www.vintagebiblecollege.org or
request a CD-ROM.
Q. How can I enroll in the Interactive Study
Program?
A. Simply visit our website at www.vintagebiblecollege.org and complete the
Student Application or contact Vintage Bible College & Seminary via email or telephone (336)
759-0591.
Q. Is the entire course, including materials,
on the CD-ROM?
A. Yes.
Course information and materials are contained on the CD-ROM.
Note: Certain
materials can be obtained from your local bookstore via internet.
Q. How will I submit my assignments?
A. Assignments may be submitted electronically
(via email) or postal mail. Consult the course outline for specific submission
requirements for each course.
Q. Do I have access to instructors?
A. Yes.
Qualified Vintage Bible College instructors will answer your questions
via email, postal mail, or telephone.
Q. Is technical support available for the
Interactive Study Program?
A. Yes.
Technical support is available via email or telephone.
Q. Can I audit the courses via the Interactive
Study Program?
A. Yes.
Many people aren’t interested in earning a degree and just want to
enhance their personal knowledge. If
you do not want to take the course for credit, you can audit any course. Tuition fees are reduced for auditing
courses.
Q. How long will I have to complete each
course?
A. You will have up to three (3) months to
complete each course. However, should
unforeseen circumstances arise causing you to need an extension, you may
request one three-month extension from the Director of Distance Education.
Subject to approval.
Q. If I want to take courses via distance
education, do I have to study on computer?
A. No.
If you desire, courses are available via postal mail in a traditional
distance education format (i.e. books, manuals, cassette tapes, etc.).