MISSION STATEMENT:
Creating disciples of Christ, without creating disciples of debt.

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ABOUT WCBCS

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WCBCS Core Values
WCBCS Institutional Objectives
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WCBCS Philosophy of Education
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ACADEMICS

CURRENT ACADEMIC AND POLICY INFORMATION

2024 WCBCS Calendar

*2024-2025 WCBCS Student Catalog
*2021-2025 Student Handbook
*Course Descriptions - Bachelor - Masters - Doctoral
*Student Satisfaction Report
*Graduate Response Survey (most recent)
*Consumer Information Disclosure Form
*Proctor Request Form

WCBCS PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES, LEARNING OBJECTIVES, CORE COMPETENCIES AND MORE

Course Design Principles

User-Centered Design: WCBCS prioritizes the needs and preferences of the end users throughout the design process. Understand their goals, behaviors, and pain points to create a product tailored to our students’ needs.

1. Usability: WCBCS ensures that the LMS is easy to use and navigate, so students can accomplish tasks efficiently and with minimal errors.

2. Clarity and Simplicity: WCBCS keeps the design simple and straightforward, eliminating unnecessary elements, distractions, and complexities that can confuse users.

3. Consistency: WCBCS maintains a consistent design across the LMS, including layout, navigation, color schemes, and typography.

4. Feedback and Communication: WCBCS provides clear and timely feedback to users about their actions, using informative error messages, tooltips, and visual cues to guide users.

5. Efficiency: WCBCS optimizes workflows and interactions to help users achieve their goals quickly and with minimal effort. reducing clicks and steps whenever possible.

6. Visual Hierarchy: WCBCS organizes content and elements in a way that communicates importance and relationships., using a hierarchy to guide students' attention and focus.

7. Mobile Responsiveness: WCBCS ensures that our LMS is responsive and functional across different devices and screen sizes, including mobile phones and tablets.

8. Performance: WCBCS designs for fast loading times and smooth interactions, so students should not experience frustrating delays or lag.

9. Aesthetics: WCBCS creates visually appealing designs that align with the brand and resonate with users.

10. User Testing: WCBCS conducts usability testing with real users to gather feedback and identify issues early in the design process, making changes based on student feedback.

11. Emotional Design: WCBCS considers the emotional impact of the design on users, striving to create positive emotional responses and build a connection with our students.

12. Contextual Awareness: WCBCS understands the context in which users will interact with the LMS and tailors the design accordingly.

13. Learnability: WCBCS makes it easy for new users to understand and use the LMS, provide onboarding experiences for student success.

14. Navigation: WCBCS designs clear and intuitive navigation systems that help users move through the LMS seamlessly.

15. Scalability: WCBCS designs courses with scalability in mind to accommodate future growth and additional features without disrupting the user experience.

16. Security and Privacy: WCBCS prioritizes user data security and privacy, communicating transparently about data handling and protection.

17. Continuous Improvement: WCBCS’ UX design is an ongoing process, as we gather student feedback, track metrics, and make improvements to enhance the student experience over time.

ACCREDITATION & AFFILIATIONS

Accredited by the Accreditation Service for International Colleges (ASIC) - Premier Status

REACCREDITED THROUGH 2024
Accreditation Certificate

WCBCS holds International Accreditation from ASIC (Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges, and Universities) with Premier Status for its commendable Areas of Operation.

ASIC Accreditation is a leading, globally recognised quality standard in international education. Institutions undergo an impartial and independent external assessment process to confirm their provision meets rigorous internationally accepted standards, covering the whole spectrum of its administration, governance, and educational offering. Achieving ASIC Accreditation demonstrates to students and stakeholders that an institution is a high-quality education provider that delivers safe and rewarding educational experiences and is committed to continuous improvement throughout its operation.

About ASIC: One of the largest international accreditation agencies operating in 70+ countries, ASIC is recognised in the UK by UKVI - UK Visas and Immigration (part of the Home Office of the UK Government), is ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management Systems) Accredited and is a Full Member of The International Network for Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education (INQAAHE), a member of the BQF (British Quality Foundation), a member of the International Schools Association (ISA), and an institutional member of EDEN (European Distance and E-Learning Network).

WIKIPEDIA LINK TO RECOGNIZED ACCREDITING AGENCIES: ASIC is included in the global list of recognized higher education accreditation organizations on Wikipedia.

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CONTEXTUALIZED PARTNERSHIP WITH KAIROS UNIVERSITY

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KAIROS UNIVERSITY: West Coast Bible College & Seminary is a contextualization partner of Kairos University (www.kairos.edu). We provide local mentors, learning resources, and support Kairos students. This partnership creates a path for past, current, and future WCBCS students to seek admission into Kairos University to pursue an accredited Bachelor of Arts degree while staying connected to WCBCS. It's a Kingdom-collaborative partnership!

KAIROS UNIVERSITY ACCREDITATION: Kairos University holds regional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and national accreditation from the Association of Theological Schools (ATS). Both accrediting agencies are recognized by the US Department of Education and the Council on Higher Education (CHEA) and are widely recognized and highly respected globally.

Email (info@westcoastbible.org) or call us (972-357-0536) for more information about how you can use your WCBCS studies to earn a regionally-accredited degree through Kairos University.

STUDENT TESTIMONIAL #1 (RYAN N.): "I am so thankful for West Coast Bible College and their continuing effort to make quality education affordable. Through their partnership with Kairos University, I was able to earn an accredited Bachelor's Degree in Christian Thought & Education in under 4 years! My experience with WCBCS has opened doors that I never thought possible. Thanks to this accredited partnership, I was accepted into a graduate program at Harvard Business School and have seen God open numerous opportunities that weren't previously possible without a degree. I was never great at schoolwork, but I found WCBCS' new learning management system to be beautifully organized and easy to understand. Thanks to this new system, I was able to maintain a 4.0 GPA for the first time in my life while balancing time with my family as we brought our first daughter into the world. My time with Dr. Harrison, Dr. Condly, and the rest of the WCBCS Staff has changed my life. God bless all of you!"

STUDENT TESTIMONIAL #2 (SAMANTHA R.): “The BA program helped me with having an accredited degree to be able to get my Arkansas Non-Traditional Teaching License. I have been able to further myself and get my foot in the door at places I couldn't have without this degree. The process was easy. Both Kairos and West Coast were very responsive and even helped when my time frame became stretched thin. I enjoyed this program and would recommend it to others that have gone through West Coast.”

AUTHORIZATION
Tax-Exempt Status & Authorization To Operate

• West Coast Bible College & Seminary is a ministry of Victorious Life Ministries headquartered in Waco, TX.

• West Coast Bible College & Seminary received a renewed letter of authorization to operate in the state of Texas and to offer degrees in religious studies from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board on September 23, 2020.

• West Coast Bible College & Seminary has obtained authorization from the Texas Workforce Commission to operate in the state of Texas. 

CREDIBILITY

We've been asked the question, "Does a degree from West Coast Bible College & Seminary have credibility?" In assessing the credibility of any institution, we suggest that you review the experience and education members of the organization. A ministry degree from WCBCS has been recognized by many churches, denominations, other colleges, universities, seminaries, and ministries. Additionally, we are constantly seeing new ways to develop partnerships. memberships, and affiliations which continue to enhance our credibility. As you assess credibility, you should always beware of colleges whose professors’ terminal degrees are awarded from their institution.

Our professors possess degrees from:
*Baylor University
*Gordon Conwell Seminary
*Houston Graduate School of Theology
*Liberty University
*Luther Rice Seminary
*Marquette University
*Oral Roberts University
*Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
*Southern Methodist University
*Southwestern Assemblies of God University
*Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
*Texas Christian University
*Texas Tech University
*University of Southern California
*University of Texas - San Antonio

If you have any questions regarding whether or not a WCBCS degree meets your needs, give us a call or ask your employer or denominational leaders to check us out in advance. Our desire is to make sure that your education meets your life needs and goals!

SOUTH AFRICA

West Coast Bible College & Seminary no longer has a presence in South Africa, as we have chosen to focus all of our training efforts 100% online from the US. We will continue offer training seminars in the future, but those seminars will only be conducted by President Harrison and Dr. Condly.

ADMISSIONS

READ THE FULL ADMISSIONS POLICY REQUIREMENTS HERE

Students who would like to enroll must:

1) Have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ;
2) Have graduated from high school, a homeschool program, or successfully completed a GED;
3) Homeschooled students must demonstrate successful completion of homeschooling at the secondary level as defined by state law in which the high school credential is earned.
4) International students must self-certify as to successful completion of the equivalent of grade 12 in a U.S. secondary school and provide evidence of successful completion of a program considered to be equivalent to an accredited high school diploma or GED certificate.
5) High school students may, with the permission of the appropriate high school official, concurrently enroll in high school and college courses. A maximum of thirty (30) credit hours will be allowed. College students may concurrently enroll in courses at WCBCS, as well.
6) Possess a Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited college to enter the Master program and an appropriately accredited college Master degree (with a minimum 60 graduate hours) to enter the Doctoral program;
7) Be proficient in the English language; and
8) Send copies of the official transcripts from all of the schools you have attended to the WCBCS address.

Official transcripts are sent directly from the previous schools to WCBCS. Electronic copies will be accepted if sent directly from the school or a processing service. If a student is sending a transcript from another college, it is not necessary to request a high school transcript to be sent.

Students may complete one course before their official transcript is on file. Official acceptance or denial from WCBCS will come via the students' email.

TRANSFER STUDENT POLICY AND DISCLOSURE (view FULL .pdf policy)

WCBCS does accept transfer students, transferring in a maximum of 90 hours (Bachelor), 15 hours (Master), or 6 hours (Doctoral) from regionally and nationally accredited institutions, as well as non-accredited on a case-by-case basis.

Students transferring in hours will receive an assessment completed to determine which classes must be taken for graduation and therefore must have an official copy of a transcript from your previous school(s).  Students may not complete more than one class before their official transcript is on file.  Also, no transcript will be assessed until a student has applied to WCBCS.

IMPORTANT: Any transfer credits from WCBCS will be determined by the receiving institution.

APPLICATIONS

DEGREE APPLICATION FEES  

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GRADUATION APPLICATION FEE

LIFE LEARNING CREDITS APPLICATION FEE

CREDENTIALING INFORMATION (CLICK HERE)

CONTACT US

OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Thursday, 10am to 4pm (Central Time - US)

Phone: 972-357-0536
Fax : 469-445-2772
Email: admissions@westcoastbible.org

Email is a great way to get connected with West Coast! We look forward to answering your questions!

SEND TRANSCRIPTS TO (TRANSCRIPT ONLY ADDRESS):
West Coast Bible College & Seminary
539 W. Commerce St., Suite #2600
Dallas, TX 75208

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE ADDRESS:
West Coast Bible College & Seminary
7459 S IH 35
Waco, TX 76706

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1) Name
2) Specific reason why you are calling
3) A callback number

WCBCS DEGREES

CHECK OUT THE NEW MASTER’S DEGREES AND DOCTOR OF MINISTRY BELOW

BACHELOR OF MINISTRY (120 HOURS)

Specializations:
Biblical Counseling
Church Business Administration
Church Ministries
Missions
Theology
Worship Arts
Youth Ministry

Bachelor Course Descriptions
Bachelor of Ministry Educational Theory Explained

MASTER OF MINISTRY (36 HOURS)

Specializations:
Biblical Counseling
Digital Discipleship
Digital Media Ministry
Religious Education
Worship Studies

MASTER OF DIVINITY (60 HOURS)

Specialization:
Church Ministry

Masters Course Descriptions
Master of Ministry Education Theory Explained
Masters Capstone Project Manual

DOCTOR OF MINISTRY (45 Hours)

Specializations:
Church Ministry
Leadership

Doctoral Course Descriptions
DMin Research Project Manual
WCBCS Human Research Policy
Doctor of Ministry Education Theory Explained

WCBCS degrees are designed to equip you for service in your local church
Other potential careers may include, but are not limited to:

*Clergy *Christian Communications *Christian Schools *Local church and ministries *Author
*Missions *Religious Communities *Social services *Nonprofits *Christian counselor

Daily Devotions & Discipleship

2024 Daily Devotions & Discipleship
2023 Daily Devotions & Discipleship
2022 Daily Family Devotions

NOVEMBER 21 – WHAT ROLE DOES THANKSGIVING PLAY IN PRAYER? - HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MIKAELA!
Bible Verses: Psalm 107:8, Isaiah 55:12, 1 Chronicles 16:34
Annual Daily Bible Reading Plan: Ezekiel 18-19, James 4
Personal Observations: Write down three things God is speaking to you about through your study today.

PERSONNEL

ADMINISTRATION

Dr. Kevin Harrison, President/CEO
Dr. Robert Condly - Vice President of Academics
Dr. Yvette Garcia - Vice President of Marketing and Mission
Rebecca Harrison, M.Ed. - Vice President of Student Services
Dr. Antonio Oliveira - Vice President of Relationships

DOCTORAL LEVEL FACULTY

Steven Brooks - Worship Program Coordinator
Robert E. Webber Institute for Worship Studies, DWS
Azusa Pacific University, MA
Azusa Pacific University, BA

Sam Brumit
California Coast University, PsyD
Alliant International University, MA
Johnson University, BS

Robert Condly - Master of Ministry Program Coordinator
Marquette University, PhD
Fuller Theological Seminary, MA
Oral Roberts University, BA

Steven J. Condly
University of Southern California, PhD
University of California at Los Angeles, MEd
Oral Roberts University, BA

Nika Davis
University of Texas-Arlington, PhD (ABD)
Houston Graduate School of Theology, DMin
Southwestern Theological Seminary, MDiv
Texas A&M University, BS
Additional Studies: Tarleton State University & Sam Houston University

Louis R. Garcia
University of Texas Health Science Center - Houston, DDS
University of Texas - San Antonio, BS

Yvette Garcia - Doctor of Ministry Program Director
Baylor University, PhD
Gordon Conwell Seminary, DMin
Abilene Christian University, MDiv
Abilene Christian University, MS
Texas Christian University, BS

Kevin Harrison, President - Bachelor of Ministry Program Coordinator (Resume/CV)
Luther Rice Seminary, DMin
LSU-Shreveport, MBA (Marketing)
Nelson University, BS

Shaun Miles
Luther Rice Seminary, DMin
Liberty University, MDiv
Grand Canyon University, MCS
Baptist College of Florida, BA

Al Sarno
Capella University, PhD
Pillsbury College & Seminary, DHum
Nova Southeastern University, MS
Palm Beach Atlantic University, BS
Additional Studies: Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
CERTIFICATIONS
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC - MO
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC - KS
Board Certified in Professional Counseling, BCPC, APA

Samuel Tootle
Luther Rice Seminary - DMin
Liberty University, MDiv
Liberty University, MTh
Bethany Bible College, BA

Lynn Waller
Texas Tech University, PhD
Eastern New Mexico University, MA
Oral Roberts University, BA
Panhandle State University, BA

Jimmy White
Oral Roberts University, DMin
Oral Roberts University, MDiv
Southwestern Assemblies of God University, BA

AFRICA DIRECTOR

Robert Muli
West Coast Bible College & Seminary, DMin
Nations University, MTS
Egerton University, BA

MASTER LEVEL Support team

Becky Harrison, M.Ed. (General Education Program Coordinator)
Nelson University, MEd
Mississippi State University, BS

Michelle Fleming, MLS (Librarian)
Texas Women's University, MLS
University of Houston - Clear Lake, BS

Julianna Wells
Western Governor’s University, M.Ed. (in progress)
Liberty University, BS
Ashworth College, BBA

WCBCS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Carl Dorvil, MBA, Chairman of the Board
Mikaela Baker, B.S.
Rev. Russ Madill, BM
Rev. Phillip Price, BA, MA
Rev. Devin Peterson, BM, MDiv

WCBCS ADVISORY BOARD

Rev. Dr. Antonio Carlos Oliveira, Former Brazilian Congressman, Businessman, and Pastor
Rev. Scott Parks, Pastor of Restoration Church in Wichita, KS
Rev. Dr. Robert Muli, African Pastor and Global Representative

WCBCS STUDENT RESOURCES

TUITION

All tuition will be paid at https://wcportal.org/. BEFORE making ANY payment, please read our Stripe Fulfillment Policy.

FEES

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Life Learning Credits are assessed based on documented ministry and life/work experience as follows (ONLY BACHELOR):
*1 credit hours for each year part-time documented experience
*3 credit hours for each year full-time documented experience

NOTE: Student are required to document their life experience and demonstrate its direct relationship to the courses for which they are requesting Life Learning Credits.

EXPEDITED SHIPPING COSTS: If students require a document to be shipped overnight, it will be done at cost and the student is required to pay that cost in full before it will be mailed. The actual amount will be explained and agreed to ahead of time BEFORE the student is billed via PayPal.

NO FINANCIAL AID

At this time, West Coast Bible College & Seminary does not participate in the Federal Financial Aid program or the Veteran's G.I. Bill. As we continue to consider the pursuit of accreditation in the US, this may be a possibility in the future. However, we believe our low fees allow our students to be able to pursue a degree while incurring little or no debt.