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Acceptance Criteria
Evaluation of the application focuses on the following areas in particular:
(1) Spiritual—Applicants are asked to give evidence of an established Christian character and commitment to the ways of the Lord. The application and pastor’s reference form are used to assess the prospective student’s life-testimony. It is not our purpose to be legalistic, but because of the demands placed on a student training for public ministry, an established pattern of upright living is essential.
The college is doctrinally Pentecostal. We desire that students shall have received (or be seeking) the baptism with the Holy Spirit. Applicants from other denominations are welcome, but should understand that LIFE teaches from a Pentecostal perspective.
(2) Academic—Applicants should have sufficient educational background to enable them to perform at the college level. An official high school transcript documenting graduation, a posted Associate of Arts Degree, or proof of high school equivalence is required for admission into the B.A. or A.A. program. All applicants must submit official transcripts from all colleges attended, even if the applicant believes the courses taken to be non-transferable. If applying to the B.Th. program, an accredited college transcript with a posted B.A. or B.S. in a major other than Bible, Theology, or Religion is required.
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Statement of Nondiscrimination
In compliance with federal and state regulations, Life Pacific College admits students of any race, gender, color, national and ethnic origin, disability, status as a veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities
offered to students at the college.
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Statement on Diversity
The college believes that the whole counsel of God includes an emphasis that new birth in Christ supersedes any racial, gender, or socioeconomic lines (Gal. 3:27-29). In
accordance with federal law, the college subscribes to and encourages the equal right of all people to pursue excellence in their lives without racial and ethnic prejudice or inhibition.
Additionally, believing that diversity will help build leaders of character who are able to serve in an increasingly multicultural society, the college seeks to promote a campus environment that invites, encourages, and supports multiculturalism.
As a result, the college expects all students, staff, and faculty to remove from their behavior and speech, as well as from their thinking, all indications of racial and ethnic bias. Racism in any form will not be tolerated in community life on this campus, and will be met with disciplinary measures.
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English Proficiency Requirements
Documentation for the college's assessment of your English proficiency requires one of the following:
- Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) official scores (LIFE's College Code #4264).
- American College Testing (ACT) official scores (LIFE's College Code #0489).
- An accredited college transcript showing a minimum of 16 transferable units (with a C or above in each course).
Note: International students (F-1 visa) need to follow specific instructions on page 25 of the official college catalog in addition to the above for completion of their application file.
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Orientation and Registration
Orientation is scheduled prior to the opening of each semester. Orientation is not optional and all new students (including transfer students) are required to attend. This requirement also includes reentering students who have been away from LIFE for ten years or more. The purpose of these sessions is to acquaint the student with major aspects of the college program, policies and procedures. Registration for classes is completed following orientation, at which time tuition and all applicable fees are due. Even if a student has met the Priority Registration Deadline and has already registered online for classes, he or she must still attend Registration to make tuition payment and to complete the registration procedure.
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Registration for Continuing Students
All students are expected to register on the dates set aside for registration. Before registration is complete, a schedule of classes must be arranged and all fees paid. (See Financial Information for costs and payment plans.)
Continuing or reentering students who are unable to finalize registration on these dates may complete late registration no later than the add deadline of regular classes. Late registrants run the risk of full class rosters and may need to adjust their class schedule accordingly. Class attendance is not permitted until registration is complete, which includes financial payment. Professors may begin recording attendance the first day of class and absences may impact grades.
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Course Work
Students will follow a prescribed curriculum of core courses at the lower division level during their freshman and sophomore years. Students who have completed coursework at other accredited institutions may be able to transfer courses into LIFE. Transcripts from other institutions will be evaluated to determine their relationship to requirements at Life Pacific College.
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Transfer of Credit Policies
Official transcripts from any institution previously attended must be submitted directly to LIFE. Transcripts will not be accepted unless they are received officially sealed (unopened) from the school.
Credit is evaluated on a course-for-course basis if the course descriptions are similar to LIFE’s courses or as elective units. Only course work with a C- or better grade is transferable. The grade points do not transfer. A student’s GPA is computed only on work completed at LIFE.
The number of transferable credits is restricted by the graduation policy which requires a minimum of 32 units of coursework taken from LIFE. An evaluation and letter will be sent to the student showing those courses that have been accepted for transfer.
A transfer of credit is sometimes possible for those who have transcripts from recognized but non-accredited institutions. Based on established criteria, a provisional evaluation is made and given to the student. The actual transfer of credit is postponed until the student has completed a minimum of 24 units with an accredited institution and maintained a GPA of 2.00 or above. These units will be removed from contingency should the student withdraw from college or if the student has still not met the requirements within three years of the evaluation. At that time the student must request a new evaluation if credit is still desired. If he or she later desires to reenroll, a new evaluation must be completed.
Students having earned an accredited undergraduate degree (B.A. or B.S. in a major other than Bible, Theology or Relition) should inquire concerning entrance into the two year Bachelor of Theology program.
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Auditing Classes
Audit status is offered to former students, enrolled students, and their spouses. Audit students may be included in the class only if the enrollment allows space for additional persons.
LIFE graduates and spouses of enrolled students may audit one course free of charge per semester with permission from the Registrar. Certain courses are not open to audit students.
Audit students are not considered to be participants in class. Teachers are not expected to give personal or class time to auditors. Attendance rules do not apply and no credit is given. The cost is $50.00 per unit.
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