College Academics

Maple Springs Baptist Bible College

CLASSIFICATION OF STUDENTS

The student body is divided academically into four classes: freshman, sophomore, junior and senior. Students are classified academically on the following basis:

	Freshman - Less than 30 semester hours
	Sophomore - Completion of at least 30 semester hours
	Junior - Completion of at least 60 semester hours
	Senior - Completion of at least 90 semester hours
	Full-time Students - Those carrying 12 or more semester hours
	Part-time Students - Those carrying less than 12 hours
	Probationary Students - Those whose academic loads have been reduced because of a deficient grade-point average

COURSES AND CREDITS

Course content is based on textbook materials, an analysis of material in each chapter, and material presented by the teacher in class. Grades are based on collateral reading, written reports, and examinations in the form of objective, multiple choice, and essay questions. The student is expected not only to acquire and recall facts, but also to relate those facts to personal experiences and Christian responsibilities.

COURSE WITHDRAWAL

Students may add or drop a course during the first two weeks of classes and no notation of the drop will be recorded on the student's permanent record. Students may withdraw from courses up to the fourth week of classes but will receive a "W" on permanent record indicating a withdrawal. The student who withdraws after the four-week limitation will receive a W.

The procedure for adding or dropping courses is as follows:

Secure Add/Drop form from the Director of Records and Admissions' Office.
Secure Advisor's approval on the Add/Drop form.
Return Add/Drop form to the Director of Records and Admissions' Office.

If a student drops a course but fails to secure the proper permissions, he/she will receive a permanent grade of "F" for the course. If a student takes a course and fails to register for it on the official registration form, no credit will be received for the course. Hence, a faculty member cannot add, drop or withdraw a student from a class or from the Institution.

WITHDRAWAL FROM THE INSTITUTION

Should it become necessary for a student to withdraw from the Seminary, the student must report to the Director of Records and Admissions at that time and complete the specified procedures. If a student leaves college and fails to withdraw officially, it will result in an "F" grade notation on the student's permanent record.

A student may withdraw from the College (all classes in which they are enrolled) up to and including the last day of classes prior to the beginning of the final examination period.

EXAMINATIONS

Examinations taken other than at their regularly scheduled time, either early or late, impose an added burden on the faculty. Any student desiring to take an examination off of schedule must obtain the permission of the professor and may be subject to a fee per examination.

CHANGE OF GRADE

Students who believe that a grade has been issued in error must contact the instructor. In the event that a grade is to be changed, the instructor will submit a Change of Grade Form to the Office of the Director of Records and Admissions.

GRADE POINT SYSTEM

Graduation from the College is based not only upon the accumulation of credit hours earned. A semester credit hour is earned by completing one 50-minute period of class per week for one semester, which is 15 weeks. The quality points of the grade earned in the course are multiplied by the credit value for each course. The sum is divided by the total number of credits for which the student was enrolled. The resulting number is the GPA (grade point average). The student’s cumulative grade point average (GPA) is based on the sum of all quality points earned by the sum of all quality hours attempted. The College follows a 4.0 grade point system and requires a 2.2 GPA for graduation.

GRADING SYSTEM

Grade	%Range	Qualifier	Grade points per Semester hour
A	95-100	Excellent	4.0
A-	93-94		3.7
B+	90-92		3.3
B	87-89	Good	3.0
B-	85-86		2.7
C+	82-84		2.3
C	79-81	Average	2.0
C-	74-78		1.7
D+	72-73		1.3
D	69-71	Poor	1.0
D-	64-68		.7
F	Below 64	Failure	0

The following grades and notations are also used in the grading system of the Bible College

AU	Audit	Indicates that the student registered for the class on an audit basis; normally indicates regular attendance in class and participation in discussion although not enrolled for credit. Since no grade is assigned, grade points and hours are not accumulated for courses audited
I	Incomplete	Represents a minimum of 70 percent of course work completed and is passing the course at the end of the term
S	Satisfactory	Represents successful completion of a course offered on a no credit basis
U	Unsatisfactory	Represents failure to complete a course offered on a no credit basis. Course must be repeated

GRADE REPORTS

Grade reports are issued at the end of the semester. In compliance with Federal Statute, Public Law 93-380, cited as the Educational Amendments of 1974, Section 438, Protection of the Rights and Privacy of Parents and Students, all reports of grades are mailed to the student at the address indicated on the Admission Application. Errors on the grade report other than grade errors should be reported to the Director of Records and Admissions' Office within two weeks of receiving the grade report. The student's copy of the grade report will be mailed within three weeks after the completion of the semester.

HONORS

Graduation honors will be granted to students who attain cumulative grade point averages as listed: Summa Cum Laude, 3.80; Magna Cum Laude, 3.60; Cum Laude, 3.2.

ACADEMIC PROBATION

The status of any student whose cumulative grade point average drops the standard ranges listed below is changed to probationary. Any probationary student who fails to raise his/her cumulative grade point average to the standard ranges listed below over the next two (2) semesters is ineligible for continued study in the degree program. The student may request permission to continue study as a special student.

The student who brings up his/her cumulative average to the standards listed below over the next two (2) semesters of work will be restored to regular status.

The student who fails to meet the above requirement will not be readmitted to the degree program. Any student who has a question about his/her status may appeal to the administration for reconsideration.

ACADEMIC STANDING

The student must maintain a grade point average based on the following earned semester hours.

Hours	Warning	Probation	Dismissal
0 - 30	1.99-1.40	1.39-1.00	.99-0.00
31 - 60	2.0-1.60	1.59-1.30	1.29-0.00
61 - 90	2.1-1.80	1.79-1.55	1.54-0.00
91 - 132	2.1-1.81	1.80-1.55	1.54-0.00

Academic Warning - An academic warning notice will be placed on the student's semester grade report that his/her academic performance is below the standard ranges listed above.
Academic Probation - An academic probation notice will be placed on the student's semester grade report that his/her academic performance is below the standard ranges listed above.
Academic Dismissal - The student should expect to be dismissed from MSBBC when cumulative GPA falls in the ranges listed above. Students dismissed for low academic achievement may appeal the decision to the Committee of Academic Affairs or they may reapply for admission after a period of one academic year. Applicants for readmission need to supply evidence of successful work or course experience since the time of dismissal and submit a plan for successful completion of course work in the future at MSBBC.

ACADEMIC LOAD

In determining the academic load to be carried, students must use self-discipline and good judgment based on their previous academic records.

COURSE LOAD LIMITATIONS

A full-time undergraduate is any undergraduate student enrolled in twelve (12) or more hours during any one semester. Students, who desire to take more than fifteen (18) credit hours, must obtain the approval of the College Dean. Only student in good academic standing will be approved to carry more than fifteen (18) credits during any one semester.

ABSENCES

Class attendance is of paramount importance and excessive absences will affect the final grad Each student is permitted to be absent from class two periods per semester without penalty.

COURSE CANCELLATIONS

Although the College will endeavor to hold all courses scheduled, it reserves the right to cancel any course due to insufficient enrollment.

TRANSCRIPTS

Student transcripts are kept on file in the Director of Records and Admissions' Office. A copy of the transcript includes only the academic record accumulated by Maple Springs Baptist Bible College. The first copy of the transcript is provided to the student at no cost. Thereafter, a fee is charged for each transcript payable in advance. Money orders should be made payable to Maple Springs Baptist Bible College and Seminary. Copies of transcripts furnished from other institutions become the property of the Institution and will not be furnished for other purposes. All transcript requests must be made by students and must be in writing. Transcripts will not be issued for students who have outstanding fees or fines.

PRIVACY OF STUDENT'S RECORDS

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of the 1974 was enacted by Congress to protect the privacy of education records, to establish the right for students to inspect and review their educational records, and to provide guidelines for the correction of inaccurate or misleading data through informal and formal hearings. The privacy of all student records is observed at MSBBC&S. No information may be released to the public without the consent of the student. Members of the administration, faculty or counseling staff may have access to student records and then only for educational, administrative or statistical purposes. Students have the right to file complaints with the Family Education Rights Privacy Act Office (FERPA) in Washington, D.C. concerning alleged failure by the College to comply with the Act.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Students may graduate under the catalog of their original enrollment unless there is a lapse of one academic year of enrollment (Fall-Spring). In this case the student will be expected to fulfill requirements of the catalog in effect at the beginning of the last continuous enrollment period prior to graduation. In case the student begins on one major and decides to change to another, he/she will follow the catalog in effect at the time the change is approved.

To be recommended for a certificate, or degree, the student must satisfy the following conditions:

The completion of the prescribed program with a passing grade in each subject, and with an overall grade point average of 2.2 or better.
The evidence of genuine Christian faith and a consistent testimony.
Settlement of all financial obligations to the school.
Submission of a completed "Application for Graduation" as outlined on the academic calendar of the year the student plans to graduate.
Certificate in Biblical Studies - the student must have completed a minimum of 30 credit hours including all requirements.
Associate in Arts Degree - the student must have completed a minimum of 66 credit hours including all course requirements.
Bachelor of Arts Degree - the student must have completed a minimum of 132 credit hours including all course requirements.
The student must meet the Field Education requirements. Each student is expected to complete a satisfactory Field Education report for each semester indicated in the curriculum.
The student must meet the internship or practicum, if the curriculum requires
Time allotment for Degree completion -
1. A student enrolled in a degree program is allowed ten years to complete the program. In the event of a change in Major, this may be extended to twelve years with administrative approval.
2. Any student dropping out for more than one year will be readmitted under the new catalog.
Variance from Stated Requirements. In special cases, certain course substitutions may be made for required courses. For any deviation from stated requirements for graduation, a petition must be filed with the Vice- President for Academic Affairs. If approved, a copy of the petition will be placed in the student's file.

GRANTING DEGREES AND COMMENCEMENT

The annual commencement convocation is held at the end of the spring semester. Students who complete degree requirements the preceding summer and fall terms are invited to participate in the spring commencement exercise.

Students can only receive one degree per academic year.

FIELD EDUCATION

Students enrolled in the MSBBC&S for a bachelor's degree program are required to participate in Christian service ministries for each academic semester specified in the program of study. The Christian service ministries may be performed in a local church or an appropriate institution. The student will make periodic reports of accomplishments and evaluations. All candidates for degrees must meet these requirements to be graduated, even though credit hours are not given for these ministries.

PROGRAM RESTRICTIONS

Each student is held responsible for his/her schedule of courses arranged at the time of registration. Any changes must be made in the Director of Records and Admissions' Office. A student who makes a change in his/her schedule without securing permission from the Director of Records and Admissions' Office will be penalized by loss of credit for the course involved. The college reserves the right to drop students who fail to do satisfactory work or who do not cooperate with the policies of the college, at any time. The student must enroll with the understanding that the Administration may request the withdrawal of any student at any time, who in its opinion, does not fit into the spirit of the institution whether or not the student conforms to the specific regulations of the school.


	Word of God "And the things which you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses, these entrust to faithful men, who will be able to teach others also." (2 Timothy 2:2) Words of Wisdom "Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." (2 Timothy 2:15)