06 May 2010
Pacific Life Bible College meets the qualifications for provincial and federal student loans for Canadian students, as well as Title 4 funding for US students. However, because we are committed to training up church leaders, we strongly advise students to remain debt-free. Students who graduate with a large debt load are less able to explore volunteer internships or part-time ministry opportunities. These entry-level openings are often necessary steps toward full-time ministry positions. If job opportunities are available to new graduates they seldom offer enough remuneration to cover living expenses and debt repayment. We encourage our students to graduate debt-free and ministry-ready so they can fulfill God’s call on their lives.
The administration of PLBC works hard to make that possible by developing a network of supportive donors and churches, eliminating capital debt, and keeping our tuition rates among the lowest in Canada. We also structure our core courses primarily on weekday mornings so students can arrange for part-time work in the afternoons, evenings, or weekends. We have a variety of other course delivery methods to accommodate other work schedules. We encourage students to plan ahead for their summer months to secure more full-time work opportunities. The disciplines of working consistently, paying your way through college, and graduating debt-free help develop the life skills needed for success in ministry.
PASSPORT TO EDUCATION
This scholarship for B.C. high school students, who attain marks in the top 30 percent of their class, is applicable to Pacific Life.
CANADA & BC STUDENT LOANS
Study at Pacific Life Bible College qualifies for both these government loan programs. Although we counsel against debt, and we believe costs at PLBC are low enough to be met without incurring such obligations, students who transfer from other institutions where they have taken out student loans will be relieved to know that their deferment of repayment continues at PLBC until they graduate. http://www.aved.gov.bc.ca/studentaidbc/ila/welcome.htm
US FEDERAL AID - TITLE IV
PLBC is a recognized institution for US Federal Aid - Title IV. Go to www.studentloans.gov to find out more and apply.
USA VETERANS AID
PLBC is a recognized institution for United States Veterans receiving scholarships.
PLBC SCHOLARSHIPS & BURSARIES
A limited number of scholarships and grants are available to returning students. The Scholarship Committee meets in December to award special scholarships to full-time students on the basis of their Christian character, academic ability, leadership potential and financial need. Bursaries and other forms of financial aid have limited availability within the Diploma of Professional Counseling program due to limited enrolment space.
HETHERINGTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARHIP (Currently Closed)
The Hetherington Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a freshman student enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts in Church Ministries or Pastoral Leadership degree that demonstrates consistent Christian character, academic ability, leadership potential, and financial need. The Hetherington Memorial Scholarship covers tuition for 8 consecutive semesters of 16 credits for a total of 4 years (or 128 credits). Should the recipient fail to maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or discontinue his/her studies, the scholarship will be discontinued for that recipient and awarded to a qualifying freshman. Application Deadline: TBD. Award Notice: TBD. How to Apply: Submit two items: 1) 3-4 page essay that includes your personal testimony, call to ministry, and current ministry experience; and 2) Reference letter from your pastor on church letterhead. Submit both items to: Pacific Life Bible College, c/o Dennis Hixson, 15030 – 66A Avenue, Surrey, BC V3S 2A5
STUDENT LIFE TEAM BURSARY
Students appointed by the Director of Student Life receive a $100 bursary for every successful semester served as a Student Life Team member. Members are chosen based on their track-record of servant-heartedness and dedication to leading the student community.
YOUTH MINISTRY INSTITUTE SCHOLARSHIPS
Two entrance scholarships, sponsored by PEPSI Bottling Co. in the amount of $250 are awarded for every fall semester. Please contact the YMI department with instructions on how to apply.
FOURSQUARE LEADERSHIP BURSARY
PLBC offers a 50% tuition bursary (per semester) for all active licensed Foursquare ministers and instructors in a Foursquare college or church institute. Applicants must continue to serve as a minister or an instructor and maintain a GPA of 2.0 or better in their studies to continue receiving the grant in subsequent years.
SENIORS BURSARY
Students, aged 65 and older, are eligible for a seniors bursary of 50% of the current tuition rate when studying for credit. They may attend classes for free if studying on an audit basis.
LIFE SUPPORT DISTANCE EDUCATION BURSARY
PLBC also offers a $20 per credit tuition bursary for distance education students from churches participating in the 2% LIFE Support System. These LIFE Support churches give 2% (the extra 1% directly subsidizes the costs of LIFEline and D.E. courses) of their undesignated income to PLBC on a monthly basis and would have to be on the program for at least one year for their students to qualify for the bursary.
LIFE SUPPORT CAMPUS BURSARY
PLBC offers a $250 tuition bursary (per semester) for campus students enrolled in 12 credits or more from churches participating in the LIFE Support System. LIFE Support churches give 1 - 2% of their undesignated income to PLBC on a monthly basis and would have to be on the program for at least one year for their students to qualify for the bursary.
SPOUSAL BURSARY
Spouses of full-time students may receive a $450 tuition bursary (per semester) for spouses enrolled in 12 or more credits . Applicants must be in good standing at their local church, and must maintain a GPA of 2.0 or better to continue receiving the grant in subsequent years.
CHRISTIAN SERVICE BURSARY
A $900 tuition bursary (per semester) is available for dependent sons and daughters of licensed ministers in full-time or bi-vocational Christian work with a recognized church or mission board. Applicants must be in good standing at their local church, enrolled in 12 credits or more, and must maintain a GPA of 2.0 or better to continue receiving the grant in subsequent years.