GENERAL ADMISSIONS INFORMATION

First-time Applicants

Applicants will be notified by the Admissions Office regarding the status of their application upon completion of the procedures listed on the previous page. If you have any questions, they should be referred to the Admissions office.

Transfer Students

In addition to the above procedures, a transfer student needs to submit an official transcript for each college or university attended. The Academic Dean's Office will coordinate the transfer process. Please note the following policies that involve transferring to AIC:

1. The student will demonstrate proficiency in English, Writing, Mathematics, and Reading. Some additional courses in these areas may be required, depending upon the assessment. These courses may apply to degree requirements, with the approval of the Academic Dean.

2. Transfer of credit from a regionally or nationally accredited college will be made for comparable courses with a minimum grade of “C.” Upper division courses will be evaluated by the appropriate departmental chairperson for applicability to AIC degree requirements.

3. Transfer of credit from non-accredited colleges will be awarded under the following conditions:

a. Generally one or more semesters of courses at AIC with at least a 2.00 grade point average (GPA) will be required to validate the transfer of credit. Students not achieving a sufficient (GPA) may not be awarded the full allowance of transfer credits.

b. The maximum allowance of transfer credits is 30 credit hours. Under certain conditions more hours may be granted, (pending approval from the Academic Dean's office). Only courses with at least a “C” will be transferred.

4.  A student transferring more than 55 credit hours may be required to enroll in upper division courses in research methodology, critical thinking, or other subjects recommended by the departmental chairperson.

5.  Transferring students need to complete at least 25% of their major at AIC. This is to assure that graduates of AIC have had sufficient opportunity to identify with the College's mission, as well as demonstrate proficiency in their degree programs. A student entering as a senior must complete a minimum of 30 semester credits in residence to qualify for a degree. The thirty credits may take longer than one year to complete depending upon availability of courses.

6. Transferring students must complete the AIC General Education requirements and satisfy all other graduation requirements of their particular degree programs.

7. Any exceptions to these policies will need approval from the Academic Dean's Office.

International Students

Foreign students must meet U.S. Immigration requirements before enrolling. To assist in determining eligibility of individuals from countries outside of the United States, the following items are required before an application for admission will be considered:

1.  A letter of reference from a missionary or minister from the country of residence. The letter should specify qualifications of the individual and reasons for recommending study at American Indian College. The applicant should exhaust all the educational opportunities provided by the Assemblies of God fellowship in their area, including advanced schools of theology.

2. Satisfactory scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) are required if the individual's first language is not English. A minimum score of 500 or above is required.

3. Verification of financial resources to cover costs of education at AIC are to be submitted. The costs total approximately $9,905 per academic year.

a. A one-year deposit of $9,905 must be sent to the College prior to the issuance of the I-20 form. This would cover registration, room and board, tuition and fees. (Scholarships for foreign students are not available at this time.)

b.  A deposit to cover return airfare in case of emergency is required prior to enrollment.

4.  Official academic records to verify educational background must be placed on file in the Admission's Office (high school and college/university transcripts.) Specific courses and grades should be indicated. An English translation should accompany records in any other language.

5.  Any changes or exceptions to the policies on international students must be approved by the Board of Administration. Request for these exceptions must be made in writing.

When the College has established eligibility, the applicant will be notified in writing.

Married Students

Married persons seeking to enroll should counsel with the Dean of Students prior to attending AIC. At this session, information concerning housing, utilities, employment, and adjusting to college will be discussed. The whole family should be together while attending AIC. Sufficient time before enrolling in classes should be planned to allow for checking on the above areas as well as planning child care, because AIC policy does not permit you to bring children to class or have baby- sitting arrangements on campus and assumes no responsibility for those children.

Readmission

When there is a break in continuous enrollment the student must apply for readmission through the Admissions Office. The student applying for readmission must fill out and sign an Application for Readmission. Also, the Admissions Office will circulate a Readmission Form that must be completely signed by the authorized personnel to ensure that the student is actually eligible for readmission. No student will be allowed to register until both forms have been properly filled out and signed.

Placement Examinations

Proficiency tests in reading, English grammar and writing, mathematics, keyboard skill, and Bible content are administered to all new students the first week of each semester. Based upon the results of these tests, students may be placed in Learning Resource Department courses in reading, writing, mathematics, and Introduction to Bible to improve their readiness for satisfying the College's requirements.

Articulation Agreement

American Indian College has an articulation agreement with students who attended Phoenix First Pastor's College (PFPC) in Phoenix, Arizona. Associate of Arts degree graduates of PFPC may transfer directly into the B.A. program in Christian Ministry at American Indian College. Contact the Registrar's Office for further information.