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10-17 Graduate School Degrees

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Columbia International University is a biblical university. What does that mean?

“Neither a Bible institute nor a liberal arts college, Columbia International University offers a curriculum with the spiritual advantages of the former, cultural advantages of the latter.”

What Does that Mean at the CIUGraduate School? “A biblical graduate degree in counseling or education as directed by God’s voice is the moral basis against which to measure right and wrong.”

“CIU educates people from a biblical world-view to impact the nations with the message of Christ.”

“To know Him and to make Him known”

Robert C. McQuilkin

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CIU Core Values

There are five stones on campus that represent our Core Values:

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International Focus:Dr. James Watson teaches in Haiti.

The faculty, staff, and students at CIU helped prepare me spiritually, mentally, academically, and emotionally for a won-derful journey as a teacher in the public sector. The faculty and staff were so supportive and willing to help me succeed.

Community Life:

“CIU is an amazing community of staff and students! A big part of my growth and learning at CIU came from relationships with others, walk-ing through life together, leaning on each other, and being united with the common passion of pursuing God and living for His glory.”

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The best part of attending CIU has been the amazing collaboration I have with my professors. Their passion for the Lord is contagious and obvious, creating a classroom environment that is thoroughly equipping for the field.

Mark Bolte

Gordon Brown

Anita J. Cooper

Lindsay Hislop

Ronald C. Kroll

Elaine Lindsey

Mark McCann

Connie Mitchell

Dennis D. Morgan

Linda Murdaugh

Harvey Payne

Milton V. Uecker

Cathy Warn

James E. Watson

Lishu Yin

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Master of Arts in Bible Teaching

“The Master of Arts in Bible Teaching culminates with placement in a student teaching opportunity for some real hands-on experience. My student teaching experience even led directly to a job I have enjoyed for the last three years.

Successful graduates of the MABT program earn Professional Certification from the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). This is 1st-12th grade certification with Bible endorsement.Teach Bible in public school districts in the United States: Bible classes are currently offered in over 18 percent of public school districts in the United States.

Teach Bible in Christian schools in the United States: Each year CIU receives scores of requests for Bible teachers, more than we can fill.Teach Bible in international schools all over the world: These schools enroll national students as well as American students. Often these opportunities are in limited access countries.Teach Bible to nationals in government schools overseas: Many countries in Africa, South America, and other areas either require or allow Bible to be taught in the public government schools. Many of these classes are taught in English. Bible teaching opportunities to nationals exist on every continent in the world.Teach in Bible institutes and colleges overseas: As the church grows around the world, there is an increasing need for training believers in the Bible. Serve in church work, such as youth ministry and Christian Education. These are church ministries which require special emphasis in Bible teaching.

In three semesters, including a summer term, students build a knowledge of best education practices on previous Bible background. Fall coursework prepares students for off-campus practice teaching during the spring.

1. 2.7 GPA minimum in undergraduate or graduate study or submit verbal test scores above the 50th percentile and analytical writing scores about 3.5 on the Graduate Record Examination within the last five years.2. Foundational knowledge in Bible and theology, comprised of at least 30 hours of Bible and theology.

NOTE: Students not meeting the Bible and theology requirement should apply to the Biblical Ministries Certificate program at CIU Seminary & School of Missions. After completing the Biblical Ministries Certificate, students would qualify to apply to the M.A. in Bible Teaching.

Curriculum:M.A. Bible Teaching Foundational Core EDU 5330 Nature of the Learner* 2 hrsEDU 5440 Teaching Bible 3 hrsEDU 6231 History and Philosophy of Education* 3 hrsEDU 7300 Biblical Foundations for Curriculum* 3 hrs

Program Core (24 hours)BIB 5901 Field Education in Bible Teaching 1 hrsEDU 5400 Principles of Bible Curriculum Design 3 hrsEDU 5452 Student Teaching Seminar: Bible Teaching 3 hrsEDU 5453 Applied Methods of Teaching Bible 3 hrsEDU 5443 Directed Teaching of Bible 6 hrsEDU 5451 Methods of Teaching Bible 3 hrsEDU 5485 Education Technology 3 hrsBible, Theology, or Education Elective* 2 hrs

Total Required Hours…………………35

* Available online. For details on this program see the Graduate School course catalog at www.ciu.edu/graduate/catalog.

Program Director: Dr. Anita Cooper

Program Director Anita Cooper teaches at the annual International Institute for Christian School Educators (IICSE) held on the CIU campus.

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Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Foreign Language / Intercultural Studies

“CIU is preparing me to change the world by helping me to grow in my relationship with Christ while I also learn how to be a professional ESL teacher. I’m learning how to combine these two.”

TEFL graduates teach and administer English language programs in many parts of the world, including North and South America, East and Central Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Some serve in free-standing English language programs, others in universities, some even in public schools. As the demand for English teachers continues to grow, graduates with this degree will discover opportunities to teach all over the world!

Program duration: two semesters, plus six to eight weeks teaching internship.Students wishing to complete the program in a year must enter in the Fall semester and take courses full time. Students choosing to extend their duration of study may begin in either Fall or Spring semesters.

1. Evidence of ability to successfully pursue an academic program. Students must have a 2.7 GPA minimum in undergraduate study or scores above the 50th percentile on the Graduate Record Examination. 2. Foundational knowledge in Bible and theology. This requirement is satisfied by one of the following:

a. an undergraduate degree in Bible (either from a Bible college or Christian liberal arts college or university)b. a Bible certificate c. a total of thirty (30) hours of coursework in Bible and theology

NOTE: Students not meeting this requirement should apply to the Biblical Ministries Certificate program at CIU Seminary & School of Missions. After completing the Biblical Ministries Certificate, students would qualify to apply to the M.A. in TEFL/ICS program.

Curriculum:TEFL Core (12 hours)LNG 5710 Theoretical Foundations for Language Teaching 3 hrsLNG 6740 Techniques of TEFL: Listening, Speaking & Reading 3 hrsLNG 6745 Techniques of TEFL: English Structure & Writing 3 hrsLNG 6831 Curriculum, Testing & Administration for Language Programs 3 hrs

Linguistics Core (6 hours)LNG 6114 Introduction to Linguistics 3 hrsLNG 6650 English Syntax 3 hrs

Intercultural Studies Core (9 hours)ICS 5031 The Mission of God 3 hrsORICS 5050 Perspectives on the World Christian Movement 3 hrsORICS 6040 Cultural Anthropology 3 hrsORICS 6092 Strategies for Kingdom Advance 3 hrsICS Electives 6 hrs

Practicums and Internships (4 hours)LNG 6910 TEFL Practicum 1 1 hrsLNG 6911 TEFL Practicum 2 1 hrsLNG 7970 TEFL Internship 2 hrs

Total Required Hours………………………31

For details on this program see the Graduate School course catalog at www.ciu.edu/graduate/catalog.

The M.A.-TEFL is expected to be modified in the 2010/2011 course catalog.

Program Director: Dr. Lindsay Hislop

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Master of Arts in Counseling

“CIU is preparing me to change the world through a biblical integration of theology and psychology. I am growing in my ability to understand how people grow and to affectionately approach others in their story, and seek the Lord in healing and restoration together.”

Our graduates are working in the following areas: Counseling centers in churches and in private practice; drug and alcohol addiction programs; academia: universities, public and private schools; missions organizations: psychological consulting, preparing, treating, and debriefing missionaries; mental health facilities and hospitals; and doctoral studies. Coursework prepares students for either LPC, LMFT, or Dual licensure.

Program duration: 2.5-3 yearsMost courses are offered as one three-hour block per week. Schedules are lined up to minimize travel, allowing students to come to campus just one to two days each week. Some courses may be offered on a rotating basis, or occasionally in shorter intensive formats.

Students must have an undergraduate major in psychology OR at least 15 hours of psychology coursework, including:

Note: Students not meeting the psychology coursework requirement may complete undergraduate psychology courses through the CIU Undergraduate School or transfer in credits from other accredited institutions. Such students can be accepted; however, they will not be allowed to take certain counseling courses until corresponding prerequisites are met.

Curriculum:Theology/Bible/Missions Core (15 hours) Bible/Theology, required ...................12BIB 5410 Basic Biblical Hermeneutics 3 hrsOR an undergraduate equivalentTHE 6310 Systematic Theology I;OR 6320 Systematic Theology II 3 hrs*OR an undergraduate equivalentCNS 6300 Integration of Theology & Psychology** 3 hrsCNS 5312 Personal & Spiritual Development I**ANDCNS 6312 Personal & Spiritual Development II** 3 hrsBible Elective 3 hrs

Counseling Core (31 hours)CNS 6410 Counseling Techniques** 3 hrsCNS 5312 Personal and Spiritual Development I** 0 hrsCNS 6312 Personal and Spiritual Development II** 3 hrsCNS 6210 Preparation for Clinical Practice 1 hrsCNS 5710 Cross-Cultural Counseling 3 hrsCNS 6430 Appraisal of Individuals 3 hrsCNS 5420 Psychopathology 3 hrsCNS 5330 Professional Ethics and Issues in Counseling 3 hrsCNS 5310 Counseling Theory** 3 hrs

CNS 5410 Research Statistics and Evaluation 3 hrsCNS 6310 Human Development Issues in Counseling** 3 hrsCNS 6911 Diagnostic Practicum** 3 hrs

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Track (18)CNS 6440 Groups and Institutional Counseling 3 hrsCNS 6810 Career Counseling and Decision Making 3 hrsCNS 6931 Supervised Internship in Counseling 1 3 hrsCNS 6932 Supervised Internship in Counseling 2 3 hrs(Select one LPC Track Concentration) MarriageCNS 6710 Marriage Counseling 3 hrsCNC 6411 Sexuality Counseling 3 hrs

ChildrenCNS 6431 Assessment & Treatment of Child Disorders 3 hrsCNS 6432 Counseling Children & Adolescents 3 hrs AddictionsCNC 6412 Addiction Counseling 3 hrsCNC 6411 Sexuality Counseling 3 hrs FamilyCNS 6820 Family Systems Theory 3 hrsCNS 6821 Family Therapy 3 hrs

Program Director: Dr. Mark Bolte

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CrisisCNC 6410 Crisis Counseling 3 hrsCNC 6441 Counseling Grief & Loss 3 hrs

Church/MissionsCNC 6330 Church & Mission Health 3 hrsCNC 9474 Clinical App. Member Care 3 hrs

Total Required Hours LPC Track ....... 61

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Track (LMFT) (24)CNS 6820 Family Systems Theory 3 hrsCNS 6821 Family Therapy 3 hrsCNS 6710 Marriage Counseling 3 hrsCNS 6431 Assessment & Treatment of Child Disorders 3 hrsCNS 6432 Counseling Children & Adolescents 3 hrsCNS 6931 Supervised Internship in Counseling 1 3 hrs

CNS 6932 Supervised Internship in Counseling 2 3 hrsCNS 6936 Supervised Internship in Counseling 3 3 hrs

Total Required Hours LMFT Track .......67

Dual Track (LPC & LMFT) (30)CNS 6440 Groups and Institutional Counseling 3 hrs

CNS 6820 Family Systems Theory 3 hrsCNS 6821 Family Therapy 3 hrs

CNS 6810 Career Counseling and Decision Making 3 hrsCNS 6710 Marriage Counseling 3 hrsCNS 6431 Assessment & Treatment of Child Disorders 3 hrsCNS 6432 Counseling Children & Adolescents 3 hrsCNS 6931 Supervised Internship in Counseling 1 3 hrsCNS 6932 Supervised Internship in Counseling 2 3 hrsCNS 6936 Supervised Internship in Counseling 3 3 hrs

Total Required Hours Dual Track.......73*Available online. ** These courses are required and must be taken through the Master of Arts in Counseling Program. Transfer credit will not be accepted.

Maximum number of transferred credits accepted 12See Graduate School course catalog for details on this program.

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Master of Education in Educational Administration

“CIU prepared me to change the world through the unmatched relationships I developed with my peers and professors. We became lifelong colleagues in “kingdom-education” knowing that we can count on each other. CIU also provided me the opportunity to develop programs for my school that I could implement immediately.”

Successful graduates of the Master of Education in Educational Administration program continue their careers equipped to model biblical principles of leadership, professionalism, and ethics; effectively manage daily school operation; develop a school curriculum promoting the integration of biblical content with academic knowledge; communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, parents and community; provide leadership in the promotion and use of instructional technology; lead, evaluate, and encourage faculty members; establish educational goals to meet the needs of today’s diverse student population and more.

Designed with your current career in mind, the coursework may be completed in four summers (three summers if student utilizes distance courses).

1. 2.7 GPA minimum in undergraduate study or submit verbal test scores above the 50th percentile and analytical writing scores above 3.5 on the Graduate Record Examination within the last five years.2. Previous experience in education, such as: two years classroom experience, a current teaching certificate, an undergraduate degree in education, or a minimum of two years educational administration. A limited number of students without one of these experiences, who otherwise meet the requirements and who display exceptional leadership qualities, may be accepted on the basis of specific coursework.3. Core content competencies and Bible foundation.

For complete list of prerequisites check the online catalog at www.ciu.edu/graduate/catalog.

Curriculum:Required for all M. Ed. programs

M.Ed. Foundations Course (12 hrs)EDU 5331 Understanding the Learner 3 hrs*EDU 5444 Transformational Education 3 hrs-or-EDU 5440 Teaching Bible 3 hrsEDU 6231 History and Philosophy of Education 3 hrs*EDU 7300 Biblical Foundations for Curriculum 3 hrs*

M.Ed. Core Courses (12 hrs)EDU 5485 Education Technology 3 hrsEDU 6110 Curriculum Development and Instruction 3 hrsEDU 5430 Authentic Assessment 3 hrsEDU 6490 Educational Research 3 hrs

M.Ed. TracksM.Ed. in Educational Administration Emphasis Courses (12 hrs)EDU 5115 Educational Administration 3 hrsEDU 5515 Institutional Advancement 3 hrsEDU 5525 Law and Personnel 3 hrsEDU 5970 Evaluative Professional Practice 0 hrsEDU 6420 Supervision of Instruction 3 hrsEDU 6490 Internship in Educational Administration (2-6 hrs)(see Internship Guidelines)

Total Required Hours……………………36

*Available online.

For details on this program see Graduate School course catalog at www.ciu.edu/graduate/catalog.

Program Director: Dr. Mark McCann

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Curriculum: Required for all M. Ed programs

M.Ed. Foundations Course (12 hours)EDU 5331 Understanding the Learner 3 hrs*EDU 5444 Transformational Education 3 hrs-or-EDU 5440 Teaching Bible 3 hrsEDU 6231 History and Philosophy of Education 3 hrs*EDU 7300 Biblical Foundations for Curriculum 1 3 hrs*

M.Ed. Core Courses (12 hours)EDU 5485 Education Technology 3 hrsEDU 6110 Curriculum Development and Instruction 3 hrsEDU 5430 Authentic Assessment 3 hrsEDU 6490 Educational Research 3 hrs M. Ed. Track courses (see the following) 12 hrs

Total Required Hours………36

M.Ed. C & I Generalist TrackEDU 7400 Advanced Instructional Design 3 hrs

EDU 6610 Advanced Instructional Strategies: The Differentiated Classroom 3 hrsEDU 6620 Advanced Instructional Strategies: Understanding by Design 3 hrsEDU 6630 Issues in Curriculum 3 hrs

M.Ed. C & I Learning Disabilities TrackEDU 6650 NILD Training Level 1 4 hrsEDU 6651 NILD Training level 2 OR other special education Graduate courses 4 hrsEDU 6652 NILD Training level 3 OR other special education Graduate courses 4 hrs

M.Ed. C & I English as a Second Language TrackLNG 5710 Theoretical Foundations for Language Teaching 3 hrsLNG 6740 Techniques of TEFL: Listening, Speaking & Reading 3 hrsLNG 6745 Techniques of TEFL: English Structure and Writing 3 hrsLNG 6650 English Syntax 3 hrs

*Available online.

For details on this program see Graduate School course catalog at www.ciu.edu/graduate/catalog.

Master of Education Curriculum & Instruction

“I’ve learned what I need to effectively plan my classes and how to know what is needed to create a curriculum. I’ve also learned what it means to biblically integrate my classes. Seeing teachers model and live what they teach and having the blessed opportunity of meeting and having fellowship with Christian soldiers fighting the spiritual battle around the world is a lifelong experience that I wouldn’t change for anything.”

Our Master of Education, Curriculum & Instruction program allows the experienced classroom teacher to either elevate current skills to the level of Master Teacher or focus on acquiring the skills needed to evaluate, develop and supervise the school’s curriculum. The instructional focus is on biblical and subject matter integration, differentiated instruction, critical thinking and authentic assessment. Choose a concentration from three available tracks to develop expertise in your area of interest, need, or previous study. For those with initial ACSI certification, all tracks will lead to the appropriate ACSI professional certification. You will leave prepared to lead an instructional team, write and/or develop curriculum, supervise instruction, or serve as a Master Teacher at any level.

Designed with your current career in mind, the coursework may be completed in four summers (three summers if student utilizes distance courses). ESL concentration courses can be completed on campus during the fall and spring semesters.

1. 2.7 GPA minimum in undergraduate study or submit verbal test scores above the 50th percentile and analytical writing scores above 3.5 on the Graduate Record Examination within the last five years.2. Previous experience in education, such as: two years classroom experience, a current teaching certificate, an undergraduate degree in education, or a minimum of two years educational administration. A limited number of students without one of these experiences, who otherwise meet the requirements and who display exceptional leadership qualities, may be accepted on the basis of specific coursework.3. Core content competencies and Bible foundation.

For complete list of prerequisites check the online catalog at www.ciu.edu/graduate/catalog.

Program Director: Dr. Connie Mitchell

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Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership

Enrolling in the Ed.D. program at Columbia International University was a life-changing experience. I enjoyed the opportunity to engage in a rigorous academic program that merged educational theory with practical classroom application. The knowledge I obtained while at CIU has allowed me to better perform my duties as the head of a Christian school.

Graduates of this program will often continue in their work as Christian school administrators, equipped for a higher level of understanding and expertise in their field. They may contribute to the Christian school movement on a broader scale by publishing, researching, connecting to professional organizations and conferences, and exercising influence beyond their everyday environment and duties.

Program duration: Approximately 48 monthsCoursework begins in July with 2 or 3 one-week modular courses on CIU’s campus.Students complete one course by distance learning during each Spring and each Fall semester. Students come to campus for a one-week course each February. Three areas of concentration are offered: Christian School, Higher Education Leadership, and International Theological Education

Curriculum:Core Curriculum for Christian School and Higher Education Leadership Concentrations (51 credits)

Educational Foundations (18 credits)EDU 9300 Biblical Foundations for Curriculum 3 hrsEDU 9200 Historical and Philosophical Perspectives on Education 3 hrsEDU 9310 Curriculum Theory and Design 3 hrsEDU 9320 Teaching and Learning Theory 3 hrsEDU 9340 Spiritual Formation in Higher Education 3 hrs*EDU 9150 Contextualizing Christian Education in Diverse Settings 3 hrs*EDU 9330 Measurement and Assessment Theory 3 hrs*Leadership in Organizations (12 credits)EDU 9510 Biblical Leadership 3 hrsEDU 9515 Leadership and Organizational Behavior 3 hrsEDU 9540 Models of Strategic Planning and Organizational Assessment 3 hrsEDU 9525 Principles of Organizational Team-Building 3 hrs Research (21 credits)EDU 9610 Advanced Educational Research Design 3 hrs EDU 9620 Qualitative Research 3 hrs EDU 9630 Research and Authorship for Publication 3 hrs EDU 9700 Doctoral Dissertation 12 hrs Ed.D. Concentration Courses (see below) (15 credits)Ed.D. in Educational Leadership Total (66 Credits)

Christian School Leadership Concentration (15 credits)EDU 9520 Supervision and Instructional Leadership 3 hrsEDU 9550 The Legal Environment and the Christian School 3 hrs

Nine credits of educational leadership and management(approved transfer credits may be applied):

EDU 9410 Information and Communication Technology in Education 3 hrs*EDU 9555 Developing Institutional Support 3 hrs*EDU 9570 Business Affairs of the Educational Enterprises 3 hrs*

Ed.D. Christian School Leadership Total (66 Credits)

Maximum Transfer Allowed: 15 credits from 36-credit master’s degree*Approved transfer credits may apply toward marked courses. Other courses must be taken from CIU.Higher Education Leadership & Management Concentration (15 credits)EDU 9521 Developing and Evaluating Faculty 3 hrsEDU 9535 Leadership and Governance in Higher Education 3 hrs

Nine credits of educational leadership and management(approved transfer credits may be applied):

EDU 9570 Business Affairs of the Educational Enterprise 3 hrs*EDU 9545 Non-Traditional Educational Delivery Systems 3 hrs*EDU 9555 Developing Institutional Support 3 hrs*

Maximum Transfer Allowed: 15 credits from 36-credit master’s degree*Approved transfer credits may apply toward marked courses. Other courses must be taken from CIU.

Program Director: Dr. Gordon Brown

International Theological Education Concentration Core CurriculumEducational Foundations (18 credits)EDU 9209 Theological and Pedagogical Foundations Of Theological Education (German) 3 hrsEDU 9300 Biblical Foundations for Curriculum 3 hrs+EDU 9310 Curriculum Theory and Design 3 hrsEDU 9320 Teaching and Learning Theory 3 hrsEDU 9330 Measurement and Assessment Theory 3 hrs+*EDU 9340 Spiritual Formation in Higher Education 3 hrs

Leadership in Organizations (12 credits)EDU 9510 Biblical Leadership 3 hrsEDU 9515 Leadership and Organizational Behavior. 3 hrsEDU 9540 Models of Strategic Planning and Organizational Assessment 3 hrsEDU 9525 Principles of Organizational Team-Building 3 hrs+

Research (21 credits)EDU 9610 Advanced Educational Research Design 3 hrs+EDU 9620 Qualitative Research 3 hrs+EDU 9630 Research and Authorship for Publication 3 hrs+EDU 9700 Doctoral Dissertation 12 hrs+

International Theological Education Concentration (15 credits)EDU 9359 Theological Education as Adult Educ (German) 3 hrsEDU 9559 Competence-Oriented Theol Educ (German) 3 hrs(Nine credits of educational leadership and management;

six must be taken at CIU-Columbia):EDU 9521 Developing and Evaluating Faculty 3 hrsEDU 9570 Non-traditional Educational Delivery Systems 3 hrsEDU 9410 Information and Communication Techn in Educ 3 hrsEDU 9535 Leadership and Governance in Higher Educ 3 hrsEDU 9429 Leadership for Instructional Resources (German) 3 hrs

Ed.D. International Theological Education Total 66 CreditsMaximum Transfer Allowed: 15 credits from 36-credit master’s degree

*Available online. + Must be taken through CIU’s Columbia campus.

This concentration is designed for leaders in international theological education venues. The majority of credits are taken through CIU’s Columbia campus. The remaining credits are offered at CIU’s Europe campus in Korntal, Germany. Several courses require that students be fluent (speaking and writing) in German.

Please contact program director for course availability information.

See Graduate School course catalog for details on this program: www.ciu.edu/graduate/catalog.

Students are also required to take a non-credit course from CIU which addresses the core values of the Authority of Scripture, Prayer & Faith, Victorious Christian Living, World Evangelization, and Evangelical Unity.This course is taught as part of the one-and-a-half day start of program orientation for all new doctoral students. Satisfactory completion of this course is required, even though it is not-for-credit.

A graduate faculty admissions panel reviews applicants and recommends acceptance according to their satisfaction of the following criteria:

a relevant foundation for doctoral studies in educational leadership. (An education or education-related field is the strongly preferred, but not the required focus of the master’s degree.)

do doctoral research and writing.

his/her leadership role and contribution to the cause of Christian education.

Test (MAT) score (desired minimum of 50th percentile) indicate applicant is capable of quality performance in graduate studies. The exams must have been taken within the last five years.

of Christian education through leadership, research, presentation, and publication.

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The ResultsWhere can I go from here?

Alumni Outcomes – Education

Dell Brabham is the assistant principal at Round Top Elementary School in Columbia, S.C.

How the CIU Graduate School prepared Dell:

James Naruke

How the CIU Graduate School prepared James:

Making an Impact Social Studies Teacher of the Year

How the CIU Graduate School prepared Kelly:

Why Employers Choose CIU Education Program Graduates: “This coming year will be my fourth year as principal of Windsor Elementary in Richland School District Two. Every year I have hired at least one or two graduates from CIU and I have been very pleased with their understanding of teaching and learning, their work ethic, and most of all their character. I can assist a teacher with classroom management and various strategies, but it is hard to teach a person how to be a person of exceptional character. CIU graduates come in with an understanding of what it means to be responsible, caring, diligent, loyal, trustworthy, and a person of integrity.”

Alumni Outcomes – Counseling

Rachel Maw

How the CIU Graduate School prepared Rachel:

Wendi Robishaw

How the CIU Graduate School prepared Wendi:

Bert Medlin

How the CIU Graduate School prepared Bert:

Why Employers Choose CIU Counseling Program Graduates:

“I am extremely impressed and satisfied with the level of prepara-tion, work ethic and commitment to professional standards I see in the graduates of the counseling program at CIU. Mark Bolte and his staff have done an excellent job in advocating and prepar-ing counseling program graduates.”

“The CIU graduate students in clinical counseling have been a perfect match for our kids. Through their hard work, expertise, and education they have been able to make a real difference in the lives of our children and their families.”

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Strategically located in the heart of South Carolina, Columbia is a bustling capital city with a distinctly Southern flavor. We invite you to pull up a rock-ing chair, sample some local cuisine, and find a great place to launch your life’s next adventure. Although the city of Columbia is only about 120,000 people, the two counties that make up the metro area – Lexington and Richland – total about 600,000 individuals.

Columbia is a family-friendly city. The cost of living is affordable, and the weather is great. The average high temperature in January is 58 degrees! There are five public school districts in the Columbia area. Ben Lippen School, a ministry of Columbia International University is a Christian, college

preparatory school offering instruction for pre-K through 12th grade. For more information visit www.benlippen.com.

Parks, Gardens, Outdoors

Three Rivers Congaree National Park

Lake Murray

Riverbanks Zoo & Botanical Garden

Culture

Columbia Museum of Art

EdVenture Children’s Museum

The South Carolina State Museum

Koger Center for the Arts

History

The South Carolina State House

The Historic Columbia FoundatioRobert Mills House

Sports

University of South Carolina Gamecocks The Blowfish The Inferno

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