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THE FOREIGN STUDENT AT EL GROUP OF SCHOOLS

ELTHECO Divinity School has been demonstrating commitment to the whole church in both its interdenominational program and its international outreach. It has provided theological education for a growing number of Christian leaders from all over the world. We accept as a part of our whole task the responsibility for quality education beyond the boundaries of Africa.

Each year our school receives many requests from students from other lands who wish to pursue their theological education here. It is our task to determine which of these students would be accepted. In making this determination the following factors are considered:

1. Has the student taken full advantage of the best theological education available in his own country? Increasingly we are convinced that those who seek to enter some form of ministry in their own country should have their basic theological education there if it is at all available. Studies in here, therefore, would be primarily for advanced work in specialized areas of concern which may not be offered in the national seminaries. Nevertheless, we need students all over the world.
2. Is there some promise that this student will make a significant contribution to the worldwide Christian church and the church in his own land? It is our hope that those trained will have the support of the church from which they come and will make a commitment to return to their home land to give their leadership. To this end, applicants will be asked to provide letters of support from their denomination and church leaders. Financial assistance from the student’s church is one of the best evidences of their endorsement of the student’s study abroad.
3. Does the student evidence adequate knowledge of the English language in order to be able to carry on graduate studies? It is expected that evidence will be submitted that the student is capable of carrying on conversation and graduate studies in English. The test of English as a Foreign language, the results of which should be forwarded to us is normally required of all applicants whose mother tongue is not English.
4. Does the student have the support of those who are in a position to evaluate his academic and personal qualities? Recommendations will be required as part of the full application procedure.
5. Does the recored of previous academic work indicate an ability to grapple successfully with graduate studies? Transcripts of all previous college studies will be required. The bachelor’s degree or its equivalent is required of all applicants. Since educational systems in the various countries differ in structure and difficulty, a statement by someone in a position to compare the previous academic work with the patterns of higher education in Nigeria should be provided. The scores of the Graduate Record Exam will normally be required from all those whose mother tongue is English.
6. Is the student not only able, but also willing to live up to the high academic requirements of Divinity school? It is our conviction that it would be a disservice to the individual, the school, and the church in his own land were we to lower requirements for students from other lands. We expect the highest level of academic excellence from all of our students.
7. Have the financial problems been given serious consideration and all possible resources sought to meet the high expenses of living and studying in Africa. Many foreign students do not have a clear view of financial needs in this country. In and around theological seminaries, financial resources are limited and the additional restriction placed on the employment of persons holding student visas make it even more difficult for them. The best situation for a foreign student is to secure the sponsorship of a church or other agency that provides the basic essentials of expense, allowing full concentration on academic work. We often receive letters asking for full scholarship, covering tuition, room and board. Only in a few cases are foreign students granted even a full tuition scholarship. It is essential that private resources or church sponsorship provide a large portion of the total expense, which for the single student will run N200,000 for each calendar year enrolled. Our recommendation is that support to be sought from denomination, mission board, or similar sources known to the student. We do not have sources to recommend to students.
8. Is the student’s academic goal clear? We are anxious to provide the desired training for those who can expect within a reasonable time to secure a specific goal in advance work. The various degree and certificate programs offered at ELUNIT are listed and explained in the school catalog.

Those desiring to submit application for El University Divinity School may request an application form and current catalog from:
THE ADMISSION OFFICE OF EL GROUP OF SCHOOLS NIGERIA.

We are pleased that a growing number of students from other countries are interested in studying here. Those international students who are already on our campus have contributed greatly. It is our constant prayer that during their time with us, our international students may be better prepared to make a significant contribution to the work of Jesus Christ following their return to their home countries.

I am glad to enclose a copy of our current catalog and the preliminary foreign student application form. This form should be carefully completed and returned with transcripts of your previous education and evidence of your proficiency in English, if English is not your native tongue. English proficiency is demonstrated by the test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL). If you have not previously taken the examination, arrangements for doing so may be by contacting the Educational Testing Service. If you request the Testing Service to send us a copy of your scores, please refer to us. If you have not yet taken TOEFL, please take this number to the test so you can request that we receive your scores. If your native tongue is English, you will be required to submit scores from the Graduate Record Examination (these test scores are required for most citizens making application to the Divinity School). For information you should contact the Educational Testing Service. In lieu of TOEFL scores, we are willing to accept scores from the English Language Institute or confirmation that you have successfully completed GCE O’level English language.

The accompanying Declaration and Certification of Finances must be completed and returned with the preliminary application form. We are enclosing information about our costs with a statement on scholarships and employment. Our scholarship resources are very limited, and in order to qualify, you must have, among other things, a sponsoring agency (e.g. church, mission board, denomination etc) which will provide for most of your expenses.

Only upon receiving your (1)Preliminary Application (2)Official academic records (3)TOEFL or GCE scores (4)Declaration and certification of finance and (5) the N10,000 application fee, will the admission committee give initial consideration to your file and recommend whether or not you should complete the full application and pay the balance of the application fee (an additional N10,000).

We are committed to quality education in the evangelical tradition to prepare men and women for significant ministries throughout the world. We seek students dedicated to Jesus Christ and to the communication of the gospel in our times. If God directs to make application, we will be pleased to give careful consideration to your application. If you have further questions, please contact us or our Foreign Student Advisor.

This note does not mean our rejection to foreign students, in fact, we need foreign students both in full time, in part time and in correspondent studies even today.

 

 

PERMANENT LOCATION OF EL THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE

The Bible College is located on the south edge of Aba the commercial city of Abia State and is easy access from all parts of Nigeria. Eltheco facilities are located along Port Harcourt Road in areas and buildings used exclusively for Eltheco and its related ministries. Our vision is that within five years or less Etheco will occupy a spacious permanent campus where other ministries – including agriculture, hospital and expanded vocational training – can be more comfortably housed. Presently El Theological College is at its permanent site at Asa Nnentu, Ugwunagbo L.G.A, Abia State and occupied vast area of land and position.

ACTIVITIES AND LIFE AT EL THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE

SPIRITUAL ACTIVITIES:
The spiritual standards at El Theological College are purposefully high. We expect our students to be clearly born again and to live exemplary Christian lives. A hunger for purity of heart and the fullness of the Holy Spirit is necessary. Those who are unwilling to uphold the standards of Eltheco are advised not to apply for admission. If, after being enrolled, a student is unwilling to conform to the standards and spirit of the college, he/she be asked to withdraw.

PERSONAL DEVOTIONS AND PRAYER EMPHASIS:
No Christian is more effective than his prayer life. Since devotional training is one of the most important phases in the curriculum, a regular time for Bible reading and prayer is provided in the daily schedule. All are encouraged to develop faithful habits of prayer and meditation. All class periods are opened with prayer. Special times of prayer will also be called for intercession.

CHAPEL SERVICES:
Chapel service is held daily, Tuesday through Friday. Attendance is required of all students. These services provide spiritual uplift for all, each service being devoted to singing, prayer and sermons.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DEPARTMENT OF CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES:
Jesus Christ taught His disciples by his word then every day had them put His teaching into practice. EL THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE emphasizes this fact by making a close connection between knowing and doing. Therefore, the Christian ministries department of Eltheco directs students in practical ministerial experience. This is why classroom instruction is conducted only four days per week – Tuesday through Friday. Students report to Eltheco on Monday evenings and leave for supervised weekend ministry assignments by Friday afternoon.

SCHOLASTIC ACTIVITIES:
Our aim at EL THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE is to train people as life-long students. Along with specific instruction in Bible, theology and general education, we seek to impart good study habits, plus other educational tools for continued study after graduation. The academic rigor at Eltheco is high. Spirituality and laziness do not go together. You should expect to be the best possible student for the glory of God.

STUDENT GOVERNMENT:
Freshmen, sophomores, Juniors and seniors. Each Eltheco class will meet at the beginning of each trimester to elect a president, vice-president, secretary and treasurer. These officers will make up the Eltheco student council, which in turn elect its own officers. The purpose of the student council will be to encourage the students to promote the goals of the college and to facilitate effective communication between the students and the college staff.

COURSE OF STUDY AVAILABLE AT EL THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE

1. ONE YEAR CHRISTIAN WORKER’S CERTIFICATE: This course is designed primarily for laypersons who want to be equipped for effective ministry in Bible and theology.

 

1. TWO YEAR CERTIFICATE OF THEOLOGY: This course is designed for those called into full-time service as pastors, evangelists, church administrators and missionaries. Students entering this programme must have minimally a primary six leaving certificate.

1. TWO YEAR DIPLOMA OF THEOLOGY: This course is designed for secondary school leavers or GCE/WASEC holders (minimum of four credits) who are called into full-time service as pastors, evangelists, church administrators and missionaries.

 

1. FOUR-YEAR B.A. IN THEOLOGY: This course is designed for pastors, evangelists, church administrators and missionaries who have completed secondary training or have otherwise proven their academic superiority. Eltheco inaugurated its fourth year curriculum in April 2005. Applicants must have GCE with a minimum of five credits. Transfer students from other colleges normally must take minimum of two years’ training at Eltheco in order to graduate with the B.A or B.Th in Theology.

1. SPECIAL COURSES: El Theological College offers a special certificate course in Music. This six trimester course is designed to enable the students to understand the language of music and to read and write simple compositions. An introduction to Music History gives the student a wider perspective for evaluating music for worship and evangelism. Major courses include hymnology, musicology, graphology and others.

 

Eltheco also offers basic computer courses to regular students to equip them for word processing in today’s world. Advanced courses are offered to special students. El Theological College offers what other Bible colleges in Nigeria do not offer, such as certificate of charisma for those who want to be involved in deliverance and liberation ministries according to the African perceptive and the ancient religion of the Africans. This is also a two-year certificate course.

 

WHAT EL THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE OFFERS TO STUDENTS FROM OUTSIDE NIGERIA

The vision of El Theological College is to train students from many countries of black Africa as may be possible. By bringing together a highly trained and spiritually dynamic holiness teaching force in West Africa, we offer an educational opportunity for black Africans, which cannot be equaled or surpassed even by traveling to the U.S or Europe. African pastors, evangelists and missionaries need to be trained in Africa where instructors understand Africa and where knowing and doing can go on simultaneously.

FOR MISSION: students from Bible college in the U.S, Canada and Europe. We afford an opportunity for academically competitive instruction in a thoroughly cross-cultural environment. Eltheco is ideally suited for “Junior Year Abroad” programmes for missions majors. The study of missiology in a Third World atmosphere adds a valuable internship element to their learning experiences.

COST AT EL THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE:
Student attending El Theological College pay only a small portion of the actual cost of their education. The balance is paid by the Rev Prof Emma Ononuju, praying to have supporters abroad. This means, God has a vital stake in your training. He is interested in you. He is willing to make this generous subsidy to your schooling because He recognizes the value of Christian education in Africa and the need for qualified workers to fulfill the Great commission. Thank God for that and pray for Rev Prof Ononuju and family. Pray for more supporters also who can sponsor African students for missions and gospel ministry at large.

STUDENTS EXPENSES:
The following table sets forth the charges payable by students and is subject to change without notice.

NOTE: The stipulated fees are changed and can be increased any time without any not to the students.

PAYMENT OF FEES:
Registration fees and tuition fees, due and payable at registration time each trimester, registration cannot be completed until these charges are paid in full at the beginning of the trimester.

 

PAYABLE FEES

1. Registration fee
2. Tuition fee
3. Matric fee (once for all)
4. Building levy
5. Graduation fee (once for all)

These fees are subject to change either to be increased or to be reduced.

FEEDING:
Eltheco has arranged for the feeding of its staff and students in its attractive modern public cafeteria. Meals are offered at very reasonable prices, though the college cannot accept responsibility for campus food services. No student is allowed to cook on campus or to sell food while school is in session without prior permission from the business office or written approval from the Director of business El Theological College.

REFUND POLICY:
If it becomes necessary for a student to withdraw from school or account of illness or for some other good reason, refund on the trimester tuition will be figured on a graduated scale according to the number of weeks attended. There will be no refund for tuition after the first four weeks of each trimester.

ACADEMIC INFORMATION
STUDENT SCHOLASTIC LOAD:
The normal academic load at El Theological College is twenty four hours per week of classroom instruction for first and second year students and twenty eight hours per week for third and fourth year students. It is assumed that El Theological college students will devote their full energies to their courses of study in its classroom and Christian ministries aspects.

Students who pursue outside employment will be required to take less than the normal academic load. No student may sit for his or her GCE examinations while enrolled at El Theological college as a student without prior permission from the college authority.

SPECIAL CLASSIFICATION:

1. Freshmen students: These are the first year students of El Theological College who are newly admitted for their Diploma studies and are commonly known as and called 100 level.

 

1. Sophomores: These are the second year students of El Theological College who have completed their first year and are now in their second year and in their summary of Diploma course. This class is otherwise called 200 level.

1. Juniors: These are the third year students of El Theological College who are also in their first year for their bachelor degree programmes. This class is also called the 300 level.

 

1. Seniors: This is the senior class of the students in their fourth year class and in their second year Bachelor degree programmes. This is the final year students of El Theological College otherwise known as the 400 level.

STUDENT CLASSIFICATION:
Student who have completed less than the equivalent of three full trimester will be classified as freshmen. Students who have completed more than three, but less than six trimesters will be classified as Sophomores. Students who have completed six trimesters will be classified as Juniors. Students within each class will be academically ranked into separate lecture groups so as to provide the appropriate academic challenge for each student. Hence, students will be placed in A and B ranking and promoted or demoted from trimester to trimester as the need may demand.

SCHOLASTIC HONOURS:
Students taking the equivalent of twenty-two hours per week of classroom instruction and who maintain a grade average of at least 3.0 in any trimester are placed on the Honour roll. Students maintaining an average of at least 3.5 are placed on the Higher Honour Roll.

ACADEMIC PROBATION:
A student who ends a trimester’s work with a grade average of less than 1.8 and desires to enroll the following trimester may do so only on a scholastic probation basic. Such a student must then bring his work up to 2.0 or more by mid-term of the next trimester or withdraw from the college. Less than a “C” average is considered substandard work in El Theological College.

RULES OF DISCIPLINE IN ELTHECO
Essential to the proper functioning as well as the happiness of any kind of social order is the establishing of certain reasonable regulations by which members agree to be governed. The more voluntarily such rules are accepted, the more perfectly the group will function and the greater will be the store of happiness. Each student will be expected to conduct himself at all times in manner befitting a Christian and in harmony with the purposes and ideals of the school. Effective testimony for Christ should be a guiding principle of conduct on the part of all students. It expected that every student will submit to the discipline of the Holy Spirit according to the principles set forth in the word of God. Emphasis is placed upon the spiritual life as that which should be productive of ethical Christian living in accordance with this, the students are expected to abide by the regulations of the College.

GENERAL RULES:

1. Students become subjects to the rules of the College immediately upon arrival on the campus, and are to remain subject to them until they have reached home or some destination approved in writing by the parents and the school.

1. Profanity, the use of alcoholic beverages, card playing, gambling, social dancing listening to or playing worldly music, and attendance or visiting of places or worldly amusement such as theatres or cinemas, are all strictly forbidden. A student may be dismissed for violation of these rules.

 

1. The reading of objectionable literature is forbidden. The College reserve the right to inspect books or literatures that are in the possession of any student and do ban those that are not in harmony with the moral standards and ideals of the school. Also, all tapes, recordings etc are subject to inspection and banning by the school.

 

1. Students must receive proper permission when desiring to leave the Aba area for any reason, especially when the school is in session.

1. No student is excused from devotions, chapel, services, or weekly participation in the Christian  ministries programme unless sick or individually excused by the proper authority. Also, those not properly excused will face times and or other forms of discipline.

 

1. To receive full credit, students are required to be present at all classes unless properly excused.

1. All reasonable leave absence will be granted in case of serious illness, problems or death in the immediate family. Make up work be required at the discretion of each teacher.

 

CAMPUS REGULATION:

1. All unmarried students and all married students not residing near college campus are expected to room and board in Aba.

 

1. Students must be on time for devotions, chapel and classes unless previously excused by the college authority.

1. Students are expected to keep the compound in order, clean and ready for inspection at any time after 7.15am. Each day students living in Aba provide their own soap, bed, clothing, towels and other personal items.

 

1. SPECIAL CHURCH PROGRAMMES:

El Theological College (Eltheco) as a co-labourer with the holiness churches has special courses and training session for the churches or organizations under the supervisions of INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MISSIONS AND THE SCHOOL OF MINISTRY (an outreach ministries attached to Eltheco). This training programme is a yearly proramme aiming at training the church workers for soul winning, church growth and personal revival strategies. It is also a certificate course, primarily organized for the lay workers in the church. It is always a 40 day programme but with intensive studies in the related issues.

1. SCHOOL OF CHARISMA:

El Theological College offers a one-year certificate course on demonology and deliverance or a two-year Diploma course on Demonology and deliverance. This course becomes inevitable because of the African ancient religion of our fathers. This course of course seems to have yielded more fruits than others since its careful introduction to the college. Ministers aiming to be missionaries in other African countries or other tribes of Africa and those who want to be deliverance ministers, church planters or soul winners in other parts of Africa, prefer this course to all other courses. Record players, will be allowed by special permission, only cooking facilities and cooking will not be allowed in the dormitory rooms. Rooms are inspected daily by the dormitory prefects or the campus director.

Light must be out at 10:30pm and the rising bell rings at 6.00am. Quietness must be maintained between these hours, except for prayers. Those praying during normal light out time are expected to do so in a way that will not disturb those who are sleeping. At all time, students are expected to refrain from loud, boisterous talking and laughing.

1. Students must be either in class or study during the school hours. Loitering or participation in any form of recreation during this time will not be allowed.

 

DRESS REGULATION:
We expect our students to abide by the standards consistent with Christian holiness. Moderate dressing that depicts Christian ethics is required of all.

Nevertheless, all about the students disciplined life, holy living and general life style are written in student’s handbook of Eltheco.

THE BEST, THE MOST POPULAR AND THE MOST ACADEMIC BIBLE COLLEGE

Students from different parts of Africa, seeking for the best Bible college, the most popular Bible college, the most academic Bible college should first of all consider and check El Theological College which stands as the greatest, the most spiritual, the most charismatic and the best Bible College in Africa.

Students who want to be satisfied in spiritual life, in charismatic ministry, in academic input and in general life value of their calling should also consider El Theological  College, the base of their satisfaction and the station of their heart desire.

El Theological College stands as the best in all areas of life, as far as theological Education is concerned in Africa. The studies are the best, the environment is the best, the location is the best and the disciplined life is to be compared with no one.

HOW TO APPLY FOR ADMISSION
REQUIRMENT FOR ADMISSION: Eltheco is primarily open for men and women preparing for the Christian Ministry. All candidates for admission must supply evidences of Christian character and competent scholastic ability. All applicants must have satisfactorily completed their primary education, or pass the Eltheco entrance examination. Those taking and passing the entrance exam will be admitted to the college on a probationary basis. All applicants should be members in good standing of Bible Believing church, and must have the recommendation of their pastors or church leader(s).

Every student must agree to refrain from any opposition to doctrinal views as stated in the El Theological prospectus or students hand book.

HOW TO MAKE APPLICATION: If you do not already have a copy of the application form, please request one from the Registrar P.O. Box 4251 Aba, Abia State Nigeria. Fill out the forms carefully and return it to the Registrar with a photo of yourself and the other requested documents, and your non-refundable application fee. Application should be sent as early as possible before school beings, to allow easy processing.

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE: Allow the college several weeks to process your application and to contact personal references. No student will be allowed to move into the dormitory or to enroll in classes until he has received his official letter of acceptance.

THE BEST AMONG THE BESTS:
El Theological College is the best Bible College in the country and stands as the best among the selected bests. It is the best academically, the best spiritually, the best charismatically, the best scholastically, the best environmentally and the best in every issue of consideration. It is the best theological institution with deep spiritual concern, with great sympathy for the students and with great aims to produce the best students and to make the students what God originally created them to be.

HOLINESS BIBLE COLLEEGE:
There may be many holiness Bible colleges in the country but El Theological College stands differently because of its steady and unceasing emphasis on entire sanctification, devotion, consecration, heart purity, spirituality, morality, great integrity and disciplined life of the believers which today become emphasis of all students from El Theological College. El Theological College stands as the greatest advocate of Bible holiness in our country and also stands as the practical example of Bible holiness in our nation.