Welcome HLCB New and Returning Students! Our purpose at the Holy Light College of Bible is to train Christians to be productive workers and leaders in their churches, outreach ministries, communities, etc. And to enable Christians to participate in Biblical studies, fulfill one’s desire for more knowledge of God’s Word. We are now preparing to partake in a new and exciting quarter. We hope that you are ready to learn about God’s Word. Please read the following information in order to concur with policies and procedures that may have changed since last quarter. If you have any questions regarding this information, please direct them to Administration or HLCB’s Dean.
REGISTRATION & CLASS INFORMATION:
Fall Quarter 2024 Phone Registration dates are Wednesday, August 21, 2024, and Wednesday, August 28, 2024, from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm. In-House Registration is Thursday, August 22, 2024, from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm. Classes begin Saturday, September 7, 2024, promptly at 9:00 am. All new and returning students must enroll through Administration before attending classes. It is important that all personal data forms are current with recent information. Questions concerning enrollment, class availability and curriculum must be directed to Administration or the HLCB Dean. Course availability may vary for first, second- and third-year students. It is required every quarter that the student must complete and submit a Registration Form, prior to attending classes. This will help the administration keep track of classes and dates registered.
• New Student Package (Application and Registration Form)
• Reinstatement Form (For any student who has been inactive for (3) or more quarters.)
• Returning Student Form (for the students who are actively attending the college consecutively.)
LATE REGISTRATION:
The last day for late registration is Saturday, September 14, 2024. After this date registration for the Fall Quarter will not be allowed under any reasons. It is important to turn in all registration forms on the day of registration.
ADD/DROP:
A maximum of two classes may be taken per quarter. Students may drop or withdraw from a class at any time; however, the deadline date for drop or withdraw with full refund is is Saturday, September 14, 2024. For any reason, a student has to drop their class or classes; it is the student’s responsibility to complete a Class Drop Form, failure to complete a Class Drop Form may result in the student receiving an (F) for the class. The student has the option to receive a refund or decline their refund and credit monies to the next returning quarter enrollment, for classes dropped, if the student submits the Class Drop Form by the deadline. The deadline for dropping a class and receiving credit or refund is the second-class session of the current quarter.
VIRTUAL CLASS:
ATTENDANCE:
Students must attend classes regularly in order to receive an adequate and fair grading process for the class. It is important to be prepared and on time for your classes. It is important to be prepared and on time for your classes. It is very important that you attend classes on time. Continuous tardiness will result in penalties with your final grade. Penalties concerning tardiness are at the discretion of the instructor. In case of an emergency, call the instructor prior to class time or as soon as possible for arrangements regarding assignments. It is each student’s responsibility to meet with instructors for makeup assignments. (Due to limited class sessions, it is imperative that you notify your instructors as soon as possible regarding scheduled vacations, job travel, etc. Notification should be made in writing regarding these dates.)
Any students who have missed (3) or more classes automatically fail the class. There is no exception to the rule. It is the responsibility of the student to notify their instructor, to let them know what happened. Valid excuses must be presented in writing upon return of class. A written note must be presented if the student has to be missing for class. The student must handle absences with each individual instructor; not the dean or staff, but the instructor for that particular class. The student should make arrangements with a class partner for notes and get assignment information.
CLASS CANCELLATIONS:
In case of emergency, inclement weather or other reasons class(es) or session(s) are canceled, you will be notified at the earliest time possible by phone and/or e-mail prior to class time. (Therefore, it is important that emergency contacts (including beepers, cell phones, e-mail addresses, etc., be given at your discretion to ensure early notifications.)
GRADE POLICY & TRANSCRIPTS:
At the end of each quarter the student will receive an updated transcript of grades of all classes taken. It is important that the student check their transcript immediately; transcripts that have errors must be brought to the attention of the administrative staff as soon as possible. If there is a dispute of any grades submit a change of grade form to the instructor. Change of Grade forms is available at the Administration desk.
All assignments must be submitted to the instructor of that class only. Students who have (I) Incomplete there is a deadline of 30 days from the last day of the quarter in which attained the (I) Incomplete. The (I) Incomplete must be restricted to quizzes, tests, etc. and there should be a valid reason why you could not perform that task. Students who fail to make up their (I) Incomplete will automatically receive an (F). Any other changes concerning (I) Incomplete, will be handled on a case- by-case basis. In some cases that an instructor owes a student a grade the instructor is required to submit a list to the administration.
Students, who have previously attended a college, university, or other higher education institution, should submit a copy of an official transcript to the administration desk. Some course grades may be transferable to HLCB. In order for consideration, you must submit a transcript and some courses may require a detailed course description from the college or institution.
CHEATING AND PLAGIARISM:
Integrity is very important to the Holy Light College of Bible. Our goal of teaching the Word of God and promoting ethical responsibility; for this reason we have NO TOLERANCE for cheating and plagiarism. If a student is not practicing ethical responsibility in or outside of the class, actions will be taken. Penalties for cheating or plagiarism in a class may include a failing grade on the assignment, a failing grade in the course, or any other course- related prohibition the instructor and administration will determine to be appropriate for the cheating/plagiarism incident such as suspension from Holy Light College of Bible.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS/INFORMATION:
It is important for the student to keep all of their personal records updated with the Administration Dept. If you are going to move or change phone numbers please complete a Change of Information form, which is available at the Administration desk. Failure to do so, can result in undelivered transcripts, new quarter information, schedule changes, etc.
CONFIRMATION/RECEIPTS:
After the last day of registration the student will be mailed a Registration Statement, which will list the classes that the student has registered, the balance of the student tuition and the status of the student. Upon receipt of the Registration Statement, if there are any errors concerning course enrollment, please inform the Administration; this will ensure accurate listing of the instructor’s roster. After all payments of tuition, the student should receive a receipt of payment after each transaction.
APPOINTMENTS:
All appointments for the Dean, instructors or administration must be scheduled directly with them. Appointments are upon request.
HLCB E-MAIL:
The e-mail address for HLCB Administration is holylightcollegeofbible@yahoo.com, we will continue to send you e-flyers, e-announcements, and answer student’s questions with the new e-mail address. Each instructor will give you their e-mail address for you to contact them. If you have any questions for your instructors, please e-mail them directly.
TEXTBOOKS:
Books are available at the administration desk; we strive to find the required books for each class at an affordable price. Books are requested by the instructor for and are required for the class. Payment plans do not include books. Books must be paid before purchase and there is no refund on books. ALL SALES ARE FINAL!
OTHER COURSE MATERIALS:
Each instructor will provide a syllabus with all materials required for the class. Special items such as side clip report covers, journal books, pens, index cards, etc. may be purchased at the administration desk. Upon request from the instructor, other course materials will be sold as well. The cost of additional items is not included in the tuition price.
INCLEMENT WEATHER:
In case of bad weather and classes must be cancelled. Please refer to WTKR channel 3 or WGNT 27 to see HLCB class cancellations or delays. If classes are cancelled, classes may resume online instead of in-person.
