University Credit for Life Experience - International Theological University

Earn your BA Degree and/or your MA Degree Immediately by using your Life Experience to Earn the University Credit that you need to Graduate.

NEED YOUR DEGREE NOW? Transfer from your Traditional BA or MA Program to International Theological University's Life Experience Program.

International Theological University offers qualified men and women the opportunity to earn their degree with Life Experience/Education. Students who earn sufficient units with life experience, to graduate, may apply for graduation immediately without taking additional classes.

Qualified Individuals who wish to use the Life Experience Option may "Challenge" each class with Their Life Experience/Education.

At most universities, the "Challenge" of a College Class is in the form of a student paying the tuition, taking the final examination for a course, and receiving college credit if the examination is passed. International Theological University uses "Authentic Assessment" instead of a written final examination. The Challenge, by Authentic Assessment, is in the form of a student's demonstrated ability and knowledge that may be verified from a resume and/or an applicant's work history.

Doctoral Candidates Must Demonstrate at least three years of Community Service to enter Professional Path Doctoral Program

Our offices are closed for all American National Holidays and for Semester Breaks.

International Theological University uses the English System of Grading which is "Pass/Fail".

International Theological University offers Academic Programs, for men and for women, leading to Associate of Arts, Bachelor of Arts, Master of Arts and Doctoral Degrees in Religion and in Religion related areas of study such as Business Ethics. International Theological University offers over 1000 classes each semester from which students may earn credits toward their degrees.

All Traditional Courses of Study require years of preparation which include Core Classes, General Education Classes and appropriate Electives. Undergraduate Students must achieve a grade of "B" - 3.0 or higher to receive a "Pass" on their Transcript. Graduate Students must achieve a grade of "B+" - 3.5 or higher to receive a "Pass" on their Transcript.

International Theological University is a Correspondence School that uses the Internet and E-mail to handle applications, provide classes and to supply services to its Student Community. International Theological University was the first University to go On-line as a Fully Cyber University.

Today, every university in the world is attempting to offer its courses on-line. International Theological University is the original and the best University System for completing a quality University Degree, On-Line, in Theology, Divinity, Business Ethics or other Religion related field of study.

International Theological University is a Theological University that trains individuals to work as Ministers. All work may be done by Correspondence and Distance Education. Individuals who have training from other Seminaries may transfer to International Theological University to continue or to complete their Programs for reduced tuition. Individuals who have been self-educated for the Ministry may apply and have their experience verified prior to Ordination into the Ministry.

Individuals must have a Bachelor of Arts Degree from International Theological University prior to Ordination into the Ministry.

Evaluation: The preferred form of evaluation is from term papers and reports written by students. There are no "tests" for most subjects during a student's course of study. All grades depend on the students' term papers and reports submitted.

Students who take Science and Math Classes will have a Proctored Final Exam. Final Exams may be Proctored by a Pastor, Librarian, Attorney, Real Estate Broker or by any other approved person. Proctors must be pre-approved by the University prior to final examination.

Students who study language will have to submit written papers and tapes in the language of study for evaluation by their Language Professor. All language professors are "Native Speakers".

Term Papers need not be written on knowledge that was acquired through independent study or self taught skills. Other evidence, such as licenses or letters, may be submitted as evidence of skills acquired. The same fee is charged for credit earned in this manner. However, no paper or report will be required for life experience units.

All term papers and reports are to be submitted via E-mail using Microsoft Word. Times Roman 14 is the preferred font.

Courses from other "quality" Universities and providers who have given credit for the course work will be accepted toward graduation at the same per unit cost as listed above. Only courses for which the student received 3.0, if undergraduate, or 3.5 if a graduate student, will be accepted in transfer. However, no paper or report will be required for those units.

Individuals have great latitude to create their own course of study. General guidelines have been provided to assist the student.

Declared Major: Divinity, Theology, Religious Studies, Theology, World Religions, Spiritual Traditions/Family Values, Women's Studies, Peace Studies, Spiritual Psychology or Business Ethics - thirty semester units are required in your major for the Bachelor of Arts Degree. (You will have to complete ten approved classes to satisfy this requirement. You get 3 semester units of credit for each one semester class.)

Additional Useful Link Sources for electives and general education courses to complete the Bachelor of Arts goal of 128 units: Each link on this page links to hundreds of other links that will be very useful as research tools and sources of information in many subject areas. (Bachelor of Arts Program - http://www.education-1.net/bachelorsdegree.htm)

Course Syllabus: Each course is available from the University to Registered Students. A detailed syllabus will not be provided to other Universities because each Syllabus represents the work product of International Theological University. Other professors and universities have been known to take International Theological University's work product and substitute it into their own curriculums. International Theological University Students have the option to suggest their own course syllabus for approval prior to beginning study. For Example, a student may request the study of American History from the debate of States Rights vs Federal Rights to the Assassination of Lincoln. Once approved, the student is free to limit their study of American History to the approved period.

Text books: Text books are optional. Students may find current information on just about any subject on the internet. However, if a student wishes to take advantage of the organization and structure that a text may provide, the student may select and use a text book.

Selecting a text book for a particular course: The use of a text book is optional. Most information that would be in a bound text is available on the Internet in its most recent form. However, we realize that some students feel more comfortable working with a text as a guide for what they should learn and study. We have formed a partnership with Varsity Text Books. Students may go to the Varsity Site, Select a University and see which text books are being used for particular courses. Those books may be used by our students. The books may be purchased at the Varsity Book Store Site. VARSITY BOOK STORE

Poor Performance by Student: Admission to the University does not guarantee that the University will grant a degree. Students who fail to complete their course of study or who submit unacceptable term papers or reports will not be granted a Degree. (Term papers and reports that are not initially acceptable may be re-worked and re-submitted.) Undergraduate students must maintain a Grade Point Average (GPA) of "B" - 3.0 or higher to receive a Grade of "Pass" at International Theological University. Graduate Students must maintain a GPA of "A-"- 3.5 to receive a Grade of "Pass" at International Theological University.

Refund Policy: No refunds will be made of tuition that has been paid after the tuition was due. Tuition is due within 30 days after a student is accepted by the University. Students who fail to pass courses or who are expelled "for cause", are not entitled to a refund of tuition. Students who fail to complete courses of study are not entitled to a refund of tuition.

Refund Policy for Students making installment payments for Tuition: No refunds will be made of the down payment, installment payments or interest that have been paid by a student under an "Installment Payment" arrangement with the University. Students who run into financial difficulty after they have begun an installment payment arrangement with the University may request suspension of their programs without penalty or negative reflection on their credit. Programs may be resumed when the student's financial condition improves.

Tuition Default: No Support of Degrees or Transcripts will be given if a student is in Default on their Tuition. All tuition must be paid before a Degree will be granted. All tuition must be paid before any transcript will be released. Degrees will not be confirmed to employers or to background checking agencies if a student's tuition unpaid in any amount.

Exceptions to Refund Policy: Tuition, from Traditional Students that is paid in full may, at the University's discretion, be refunded, less a ten percent processing fee, if the Candidate dies, is unable to continue due to medical problems or suffers a tragic financial catastrophe. Other cases will be decided on a case by case basis. Generally we do not want tuition from individuals who do not wish to obtain a degree.

No Exception to Refund Policy: There are no refunds of tuition once Degrees and Transcripts have been issued to graduates of the university.

Free Use: Individuals who do not wish to seek a degree may use all of the links provided by the University at no charge. Education is and should be free to all as a Right.

Graduation Ceremony: All Degrees are awarded by mail. Our students are located in many different geographic areas and a single ceremony would not be practical. We encourage individuals to hold a ceremony at a convenient banquet room among friends. An appropriate gown may be purchased or rented for the occasion.

Inter-Faith University: International Theological University is an Inter-Faith University and may Ordain Clerics in their own particular Faith and Religious Study.

At International Theological University we view Ordination as a Vocation or "Calling" by God. It is a starting point rather than a culmination. Graduating Students, who request it, will be Ordained Independent Ministers. Credentials will be issued for such Ordination. Individuals who have been Ordained Ministers may marry, bury, sanctify, bless and are granted all of the rights and responsibilities of a minister.

All States, the Federal Government, Churches, Prison Systems, Employers and the Military recognize and respect ministers who have been Ordained by our Church and Tribe. Ordained Ministers are not agents for or Ministers of the Western Federation Tribe, of the Keepers of Creation Church or of International Theological University. Ordained Ministers are independent and may form their own congregations anywhere in the World.

Graduation from a university does not guarantee that a person will be able to secure a particular job, attend a particular medical, law or dental school or a graduate school in a related or in an unrelated field of study.

Students should major in areas of study that will facilitate admission to the graduate program of their choice. Each student must focus on taking classes that will provide the needed preparation for the graduate course of study desired. Students who study Arts and Letters as undergraduates may not be adequately prepared for Medical or Dental School. Students who study Theology may not be adequately prepared for Engineering or Accounting. All students should determine, for themselves, if a degree from the particular university, and in their area of study, will meet their needs for career advancement and/or vocation prior to attending the university.

Admission to a graduate school is controlled by the Admissions Committee of the accepting graduate school. Admissions Committees review all of an applicant's credentials. Current degrees, resume, letters of recommendation, income, family responsibilities, potential for successful completion of the degree program, attitude, personal appearance, writing sample, racial mix, gender, age, athletic ability, oral communication skills, undergraduate school attended, Graduate Record Exam Score and/or other graduate level test scores may all be considered. A degree from a particular University or College does not guarantee acceptance into any graduate program. Students who attend Ivy League Schools, as undergraduates, are not guaranteed a place in a Graduate School of the same University. Many students are surprised when students from other schools are put ahead of alumni by Admissions Committees.

Education is only a part of a quality resume. Employers are interested in your degree(s) but they are equally interested in your attitude, personal appearance, writing sample, racial mix, gender, age, athletic ability, oral communication skills, family situation, credit history, work history and ability to adapt and/or to learn.

Some jobs require that you hold a Degree from a Regionally Accredited University. However, a Degree from a Regionally Accredited University does not guarantee that you will get the job.

A Regionally Accredited Degree is required for teachers in Public Schools, for military wishing to enter OCS, for many State jobs such as Social Workers and Counselors, that require State Licenses. Regionally Accredited Degrees are not normally required in Business, for self-employment, for Religious Workers, Ministers, Clergy, Politicians, or for many other occupations.

International Theological University Is NOT Regionally Accredited and International Theological University's Degree may not serve you if a Regionally Accredited Degree is Required.

A degree, by itself, does not assure success. A degree opens doors that allow you to demonstrate your ability and worthiness for opportunities, promotion, pay increases and other benefits. A degree is only valuable if it is used by the holder.

A degree does give the World Notice that you are an intelligent person of quality. A degree opens the door for many jobs and opportunities that are only open to individuals who have a degree as a prerequisite to the position. A degree raises the anticipated salary that an employer expects to pay to an individual. A degree separates candidates for the same job or opportunity from each other in the estimation and esteem of an employer and the world. A degree commands instant respect for its holder.

A degree from a Theological University offers the advantage of casting you in a favorable light to potential employers. The Theological University Graduate is more likely to be perceived as a person with sound family values, an excellent work ethic, a team player, who is considerate of others and who is capable of working in a selfless manner to advance the company. Graduates of Secular Schools do not do well when compared with graduates of Theological Universities. (our opinion)

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International Theological University has Legal Degree Granting Authority as a Religious University. International Theological University's Degrees are Legal and Valid as long as they are granted in Religion and Religion related areas of study.

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International Theological University has Legal Degree Granting Authority, by Act of Congress, as a Native American University.

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International Theological University is Operated as an

Inter-Faith Theological University

Fully Accredited as an Inter-Faith University by the Keepers of Creation Church. Keepers of Creation Church is a Native Church of the Americas.

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International Theological University is Operated as a

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International Theological University is Fully Accredited and Authorized to grant Degrees as a Native American University under Authority provided by Act of the United States Congress giving Native Tribes Control over their own Schools

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International Theological University offers Degree Authentication following the Hague Legalization Convention Country Method. Apostille Certificates will be provided for Degrees and/or Transcripts for the nominal fee of $300.00 for the Required Special Handling. The Fee covers Degree and/or Transcript Authentication and multiple degrees or transcripts if done at the same time. The usual time frame is twenty-one business days. Extreme Rush Orders can be done in as little as three business days plus the time for Delivery by International Messenger Service. However, the fee for a Rush Order is $500.00. The fee includes the cost of International Mailing by Messenger Service such as DHL or Federal Express.

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Traditional Programs
Associate of Arts	Total AA Tuition Per Year $5,000.00 Degree and Transcripts after the completion of 64 appropriate Semester Units (Two Years = $10,000.00	Click Here To See Sample AA Degree
Bachelor of Arts Degree Traditional Program: $5,000.00 per year Religious Studies Divinity Theology World Religions Business Ethics Ethical Hotel and Resort Management Ethical Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management Ethical Self-Improvement Studies and Spa Management Ethical Police Science Native and Religious Education Women's Studies Peace Studies	Total BA Tuition Per Year $5,000.00 Degree and Transcripts after the completion of 128 appropriate Semester Units (Four Years = $20,000)	Click Here To See Sample BA Degree
Ordination as a Minister of your own Faith if you receive a BA or higher Degree from International Theological University	No Tuition or Fee	Click Here To See Sample Ordination Certificate
Master of Arts Degree: Traditional Program: $7,500.00 per year Divinity Theology Religious Studies International Church and Mission Administration Spiritual Music Pastoral Counseling World Religions International Business Ethics Ethical International Hotel and Resort Management Ethical International Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management Ethical International Self-Improvement Studies and Spa Management Ethical Police Science Administration and Community Service Native and Religious Education Administration Advanced Women's Studies Peace Studies and Diplomacy	Total MA Tuition Per Year $7,500.00 Degree and Transcripts after the completion of 64 appropriate Semester Units ( Two Years = $15,000)	Click Here To See Sample MA Degree
Doctor of Divinity (D.D.) or Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Traditional Program - $10,000.00 per year Divinity Global Ethical Issues - Genetic Manipulation of Humans, Plants and Animals Global Human Rights Issues Global Issues - Medical Ethics and Health Care Administration International Business Ethics, Peace Studies, Diplomacy and World Religions International Business Ethics/Trade and Diplomacy International Business Ethics, Trade, Diplomacy and World Religions International Business Ethics and Sustainable Prosperity International Mission and Church Administration Pastoral Counseling Peace Initiatives and Treaties for Sustainable Prosperity Peace Studies Religion and Planetary Settlement Infrastructure Religious Education Administration Religious and Spiritual Music Religious Studies Spiritual Counseling and Women's Studies Theology: Christian Muslim Hindu Buddhist Native Religions Pacific Islanders African Traditional State Enforced Religions Theology, Ecology and World Peace Women's Studies World Religions World Religions, Arbitration and Dispute Resolution World Religions, Gender Parity and Sexual Orientation Issues World Religions and Revolutions World Religions and Social Reform Movements	Total DD Tuition Per Year $10,000.00 Degree and Transcripts after the completion of 90 Post Masters Semester Units 1,000 hours of Community Service Six Months in a Mission Dissertation - 300-600 pages Three Years = $30,000.00	Click Here To See Sample Doctoral Degree
Doctor of Theological Jurisprudence - Juris Doctor - Theologian Tuition Reduced For A Limited Time Only - Subject to Change Without Notice	Total Juris Doctor - Theologian Tuition Per Year $15,000.00 Dissertation - 1,000 - 1,500 pages Three Years = $45,000.00	Click Here to See Sample Doctoral Degree

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