Biola University 2015–16 Catalog
Study Abroad and Study USA
Initials in parentheses listed below, next to program name, represent University transcript codes. Biola Programs Biola in Ecuador Semester (QES) livingandlearninginternational.com The Biola in Ecuador Semester, hosted by Living and Learning International, is a study abroad program designed for college students who desire to grow in their ability to integrate life and learning-to integrate their walk with God with the realities of struggle, poverty and injustice in the world. The program does not aim simply to add knowledge or travel to students’ lives, but to help them understand with wisdom God’s calling on each individual. The program encourages exploration into these pertinent questions: Who is God calling us to be? What is He calling us to do? How does He want us to respond? Combining excellent academics, cross-cultural ministry, mission, and relevant internship opportunities in a unique and challenging setting, the Biola in Ecuador Semester provides an opportunity for students to enjoy the rich interaction with their professors, program staff, ministry site hosts, and other students who are on this same journey. This interdisciplinary, cross-cultural program enables students to communicate and understand the challenges of a developing nation and teaches them to respond with an informed, Christ-centered worldview. Semester courses cover a range of disciplines from Spanish language to Bible to Intercultural Studies to History. This interdisciplinary approach draws students from all majors and disciplines, and any student who desires to further their education and grow in their walk with Christ is encouraged to apply. Along with receiving up to 18 credits—students will live, learn, and experience the beautiful country of Ecuador together. Each semester students will experience all four major regions of the country including Quito and the Andes mountains, the Galapagos Islands, the Amazon jungle, and the beautiful tropical coast. Each student will complete a 5-week homestay with an Ecuadorian family and participate in either a for-credit internship in their major or service- learning practicum to encourage deeper cross-cultural engagement and community development. For contact information please visit the following website: biola.edu/ ccce. Biola in Ecuador Semester Recommended Courses Credits Required Culture Courses Community Development Seminar/Intercultural Practicum 1–3 Ecuador 250: Art History and Culture of Ecuador 3
General Information Biola University values experiential and cross-cultural learning. We are committed to providing opportunities for our students to participate in Study Abroad/Study USA programs. These programs offer unique opportunities for students to make the world their classroom, going beyond the confines of the traditional classroom experience. Study Abroad/Study USA programs are vital to fulfilling our mission to educate students in mind and character and to impact the world for the Lord Jesus Christ. Students are charged Biola’s standard on-campus tuition, the programs cost of room (or room and board), Biola Administrative Fee, and all students participating in an international Study Abroad program are required to pay the additional international health insurance fee. Depending on the program meals may be an additional out-of-pocket expense. Refer to the Financial Information > Payment Options section of the catalog for information on individual payment plans for Fall and Spring Study Abroad/Study USA programs. Participating students may continue to qualify for federal, state and University aid in most Fall and Spring programs. This allows students to continue to obtain the maximum aid possible while participating Study Abroad/Study USA program. All students participating in Fall and Spring Study Abroad/Study USA programs are charged a $500 non-refundable Administrative Fee. Under Biola’s Financial Aid regulations, students who attend a Study Abroad/Study USA program are eligible for full financial aid when the student commits to graduating in four years (Nursing and Music majors commit to graduating in five years). Students will be eligible to receive study abroad or domestic University Aid for one fall or spring Study Abroad or Study USA program. It is University Policy that students participating in a Fall or Spring Study Abroad/Study USA program may not be registered in an arranged course with Biola faculty. Students wishing to take online courses in addition to Study Abroad/Study USA courses must obtain permission from the Center for Cross-Cultural Engagement and the Office of the Registrar. Additional fees will apply. Students who are interested in applying to a Study Abroad/Study USA program should contact the Center for Cross-Cultural Engagement (ccce@biola.edu). All students participating in Study Abroad/Study USA programs must complete: • Biola’s Study Abroad/Study USA application (biola.edu/ccce)
• Study program application (biola.edu/ccce) • Biola’s Graduation Petition (biola.edu/registrar) Curriculum Requirements
or Ecuador 350: History, Politics and Culture Required Spanish Courses (Select one or two) Spanish Language, Literature, and Composition (eight classes available, both lower and upper division)
3–8
Coursework taken through Study Abroad/Study USA programs does not count toward resident credits at Biola for a major or minor. A minimum of 15 upper-division credits must be taken in residence toward the completion of a major. A minimum of 6 upper-division credits must be taken in residence towards the completion of a minor. Of the 30 credits of Bible required, 15 must be taken in residence. Credits earned through a Study Abroad/Study USA program may be applied to up to 50% of a student’s Biola degree. Students earning a Bachelor of Arts degree who take a foreign language while participating in a Study Abroad/Study USA program are advised to use the credits as elective credit since the student could find difficulty in finding the second and third semester of instruction in the languages not offered at Biola. Students earning a Bachelor of Science degree may be able to fulfill the language requirement while participating in a Study Abroad/Study USA as only four credits are required.
Core Courses Biology
3 3 3 3 3
Christian Spiritual Formation Studies in American Literature Worldview and World Religions Intercultural Communication
Total
15–18
48
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