Admission Guide and Admission Requirements
Admission to all degree programs is open to all ages and applicants who meet the admission requirements. Applicants are not discriminated against on the basis of gender, race, nationality, or disability.
Transfer credits
If approved by a professor in the relevant department, graduate credits from another university (up to 13 credits) may be applied to the master's degree program. The agreement on a limited period applies to the transferred credits. When such courses are recognized by the university offering the master's degree, the extended university courses (up to 13 credits) may be satisfactorily used as prerequisite courses or degree requirements. The number of transferred credits is limited to 13 credits.
Notice on transfer of credits earned at our school
The transfer of credits earned at this Academy is at the sole discretion of the school to which you wish to transfer. The school to which you wish to transfer also has the sole discretion to recognize the courses you have completed (degrees, diplomas, or certificates of completion). If the school to which you wish to transfer does not accept the credits or degree you obtained at this Academy, you may be required to retake some or all of the courses. For this reason, you must clearly define your educational goals while attending this school. If you intend to transfer your credits or degree (graduation or certificate), this includes contacting the school to which you wish to transfer after you have decided to enroll in this Academy.
Admission requirements for all undergraduate degree programs (Bachelor of Theology & Bachelor of Social Work)
To be eligible for admission, you must submit the following to the Office of Admissions and Registrar:
1. Individual application form with photo attached: The admission application must be submitted along with the non-refundable admission application fee of $30.
2. Official High School Transcript: Applicants must have their high school transcript mailed directly from their high school to the Admissions Office.
3. Official Transcript: Must be submitted to the Admissions Office from each high school the applicant attended.
4. Personal Recommendation: The applicant must be recommended by their senior pastor or a trustworthy minister who knows the applicant personally.
5. Interview: All applicants must attend an interview with the admissions officer before submitting their application.
Admission Requirements for All Master of Theology Degree Programs (Master of Ministry and Master of Theology)
1. Submit the application form (with photo) and a fee of $1 TP 4 T 30. The application form will not be returned.
2. Letter of Recommendation: Must be obtained from the senior pastor or a member of the church where the applicant is a member, or from another person approved by the Admissions Office of this university.
3. Applicant's Official Undergraduate Transcript: If the applicant attended more than one university, a transcript must be submitted from each school. Up to 6 credits may be transferred. If the transcript is not completed by the time of application, an official (fully completed) transcript must be submitted before the final admissions review is finished. Students who were previously admitted to this Academy may use previously provided transcripts. Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree (BA or Th.B.). Grades obtained serve as a promise of satisfactorily completing coursework at the seminary.
4. Applicants for a Master of Divinity degree must maintain a GPA of 3.2.
5. Interview: All applicants must attend an interview with the admissions officer before deciding to apply.
Admission Requirements for Master of Social Work Program
1. Submit the application form (with photo) and a fee of $1 TP 4 T 30. The application form will not be returned.
2. Holders of a bachelor's degree in social welfare, a social science in the same field, or a social welfare career preparation course.
3. All graduate courses must be completed with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Admission requirements for the Doctor of Theology program
The admission procedures for all doctoral degree programs are as follows.
1. Submit the application form (with photo) and a fee of $1 TP 4 T 30. The application form will not be returned.
2. Applicants for the Doctor of Ministry program must hold a Master of Ministry degree from an accredited theological seminary and have a GPA of 3.5 (out of 4.0).
3. Applicants must have knowledge of the original languages of the Bible. This must be proven in advance through evidence of prior completion of original language courses or through examinations.
4. Must have at least three years of full-time pastoral experience. The student must commit to being a professional minister throughout the duration of the course.
5. Letters of recommendation may be obtained from pastors, denominational officers or other Christian leaders, church laypeople, the institution or board of directors where the applicant served, professors in the field of study, etc.
6. Applicants for the Doctor of Theology program must have an interview with the Dean of the School or a private interview with the professor in charge.
Re-admission
Students who have withdrawn from this Academy must re-enroll through the Admissions Office. To apply for re-enrollment, a re-enrollment fee, a guarantee of re-enrollment, and a letter of recommendation are required. Re-enrollment is granted under the same academic standards as those in effect at the time the student left the Academy. Anyone who has been expelled from this Academy and wishes to apply for re-enrollment must submit an application.
Transfer regulations
Degree Program (Transfer Credits)
All Bachelor's Degree Programs – Up to 90 credits earned at other schools can be applied to all bachelor's degree programs.
All Master's programs – Up to two-thirds of credits earned at other schools may be applied to all Bachelor's programs.
All doctoral programs – Transfers into doctoral programs are not permitted.
Attendance regulations
Students must attend all registered courses. Absences due to illness or other legitimate reasons may be permitted within a limited scope (typically two times per semester, permitted at the professor's discretion). However, other (unauthorized) absences may negatively affect the course grade. The professor must consult with the student regarding the situation. Absences exceeding this limit usually result in a failing grade for the course.
Expulsion and Suspension Regulations
The school has the authority to expel students who have serious conduct problems both inside and outside the school. Students are prohibited from possessing illegal items or consuming, trading, or distributing drugs and alcohol on school grounds, and if this rule is violated, they will be expelled following a decision by the school disciplinary committee.
Grade evaluation
Grades A, B, C, and D are passing grades, while F is a failing grade. If a course is not completed on time, a "pending" grade may be received. Students with a pending grade must obtain approval from the professor in charge and the Dean. The pending petition must be submitted before the last class session. The professor decides whether or not to lower the grade. If approved, the course must be completed within four weeks of the end of the semester. General grade evaluations for all full-time students are determined by a grade point system. Grade points are determined as follows.
Meaning of Grade Rating Values by Grade
A Excellent 4.0 95-100 11
A-3.7 90-94
B+ 3.3 86-89
B Good 3.0 84-85
B- 2.7 80-83
C+ 2.3 76-79
C Average 2.0 74-75
C-1.7 70-73
D+ 1.3 66-69
D Inferiority 1.0 64-65
D- 0.7 60-63
F (Fail) 0.0 (59 or lower)
I Pending 0.0
W Withdraw from school 0.0
Au Auditing 0.0
The 'Pending' grade is assigned by the professor only to students who are unable to complete the course on time due to unavoidable circumstances, and it requires approval from the Academic Dean. Assignment deadlines are set by the instructor or professor. If the assignment is not completed by the deadline, the grade is recorded as the grade at the time the 'Pending' request was made. The GPA is determined by dividing the earned score by the number of credits. 'Withdrawal' is not used in GPA calculation.
Course Selection
Each student admitted to California Creative College is assigned a counselor. Students must understand that they should discuss all academic questions with their counselor first. Any unresolved issues after that must be taken to the Dean.
Course Withdrawal / Add
Students and counselors must refrain from making changes once the semester program has been determined. Courses cannot be added once two weeks of classes have passed. Courses withdrawn during the two-week period will not be listed on the transcript. All courses withdrawn from the beginning of the third week of classes until the end of the fifth week will be recorded as 'withdrawal.' 'Withdrawal' is not included in the GPA calculation. A valid form must be submitted to the Dean of RegistrationUntil the student's class schedule is properly changed, all subjects that are withdrawn or added are not considered official.
Dropping out
Students withdrawing from this Academy during the semester must follow the procedures by stating their purpose on the form. The date the signature of the Head of Registration is received is the valid date. Mere non-attendance does not qualify for withdrawal. If withdrawal occurs after that time, all registered courses will be graded as 'Withdrawal'. Since a 'Withdrawal' without prior approval is considered an unofficial withdrawal, financial refunds will not be provided, and all courses taken during that semester will receive an 'F' grade.
Class attendance
Each student must attend all registered courses. Absences due to illness or other justifiable reasons may be permitted within a limited scope (typically twice per semester). If an absence is permitted at the instructor's discretion or is otherwise (unauthorized), the student's grade for that course will be at risk. The instructor must consult with the student regarding the situation. Any further absences will generally result in a failing grade for the course.
Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students at this academy. To earn academic credits, a minimum of 801 TP3T of attendance per semester is required. Each faculty member must record attendance in the student attendance register for every class in accordance with the attendance regulations. Faculty members determine whether a student has met the attendance requirements for the course.
Auditing a course
Students who wish to audit classes or take courses without earning credits must indicate their intention when registering. Auditors are not required to take exams. Audited courses do not count towards graduation requirements. Students may only audit courses for which they are actually offered.
Deferment. Suspension. And expulsion
This Academy reserves the authority to expel students found to have unsatisfactory conduct. Students are prohibited from possessing illegal items or distributing narcotics and alcohol within the Academy; violations result in expulsion. Students with insufficient grade points are granted a one-semester academic deferral and are notified in writing. If the minimum grade point average is not achieved during the deferred semester, the student will be suspended. In cases where extenuating circumstances are considered, a written petition may be submitted to the Admissions Petitions Committee. All decisions made by the Committee are final. All petition requests must be submitted within the first five days of the semester in which the student was suspended. The result of the most prompt petition is usually determined within 48 hours of submission. If a petition is denied, the student is expelled for that semester as an absentee. Students who have committed plagiarism, various forms of exam cheating, or received personal punishment in any form are also subject to this restriction. Expulsion is a consideration. Students who invalidate the assignments of other students by selling or trading theses or short papers (reports) with them will also be punished. Failure to comply with these standards results in expulsion. Personal issues arising in the daily lives of students (affiliated with the school) should be resolved privately by professors, clergy, and the President, if possible. The final decision regarding expulsion rests with the President of IARI.
Class size
Except in extreme situations, class sizes range from a minimum of 5 to a maximum of 40 students.
Academic transcript
Official transcripts are issued only upon a written request from a student. Transcripts are not issued to anyone who remains financially liable to the Academy. Official transcripts are not issued directly to students. Requests for transcripts must be made directly to the Dean of Registration.
Academic transcript
All grades are written by instructors responsible for various courses and stored in the Office of the Dean of Registration. Any change to a grade, once recorded, must be requested in writing by the instructor.
leave of absence
Situations may arise where students are unable to receive education. Students may apply for a leave of absence. Applications for a leave of absence must be submitted in writing to the Dean of Student Affairs. The request form must describe the circumstances and duration of the leave of absence. The leave of absence period must not exceed 30 days of the academic calendar. A request for a single leave of absence period of 12 months is permitted. Such exceptions may be decided by the Dean of Student Affairs after considering the student's personal circumstances.
remote education
The distance education courses of this Academy include the Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral degree courses approved for the on-campus curriculum. Admission and graduation for distance education degree programs follow the same guidelines as the on-campus curriculum. All materials are sent to all students along with the first class within 7 days of admission approval.
- The student registers for a course. Confirms registration via email or mail.
- The course guide (syllabi) is sent to students within the first week of registration.
- Students submit their first assignment to the distance education office by the course addition/withdrawal date. If it is not received within the addition/withdrawal date, the course is at risk of being cancelled in accordance with the school regulations.
The first assignment helps determine the learning objectives of the course taught by the instructor and proves that the student intends to take the class.
- The student completes the assignment, makes a copy for their own record, and sends the original to the distance education office via mail or email.
- The distance education office records the assignment in the assignment receipt log by stamping it with the date.
- Assignments are submitted to the instructor for grade evaluation.
- The instructor grades the assignments and sends them to the remote education office, which keeps records, and the remote education office sends them to the students within 10 periods.
- This step is repeated until all course requirements, including final exams, are completed.
- The instructor submits the final score to the remote education office.
- The Distance Learning Office records official grades and notifies students. All correspondence between students and instructors must be sent exclusively through the Distance Learning Office. Do not send assignments or exam answers directly to the instructor. For more detailed information, please contact the Distance Learning Office.
Please send assignments, short papers, and other correspondence to the following:
Email: sh789lee@naver.com
Fax: (053)636-3881 To: Distance Learning Office
(Enter course name and number, professor's name, and student number issued with the acceptance notification)
Address: Secretariat, International Academic Research Institute (IARI), 132-5, Sangin-dong, Dalseo-gu, Daegu, Republic of Korea
