A Certified Satellite School

Cumberland School of Biblical Studies is a certified off campus satellite school of Sunset International Bible Institute. The home of SIBI is in Lubbock, TX. 

At the moment, classes are conducted at Cumberland in two sessions - spring and fall. These courses are arranged in 12-week sessions each. 

Classes meet at the Cumberland Church of Christ on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30. Click here to see the spring 2019 schedule.

Class begins with a review. Then the class views a 28-minute video on the subject from one of SIBI's teachers. Following the video, there is a short break before a period of discussion and instruction. This period is about 45 minutes.

Yes. These classes are offered to both men and women alike. The exception would be preaching classes, which are strictly for male Christians. 

LEVEL I: AUDIT
Most will audit these courses. The student interested in studying the Bible without earning any formal degree, can simply audit the courses. This student will not be required to take any exams, memorize any Scriptures, or write any papers.
Any test papers, memorization, or any other work done by the Audit student should not be sent to the Sunset External Studies Department for grading!
The Audit student will be required to: 

1. Purchase the Study Guide.  
2. Complete the self-exams in the Study Guide.  
3. Participate in the class discussions. (This will provide valuable reinforcement needed for long term retention). 

LEVEL II: CERTIFICATE OF BASIC BIBLE STUDIES 

The student interested in more in-depth study and training is encouraged to enroll in this Certificate of Basic Bible Studies level of study. 

1. There is a $30.00 tuition fee for each course. Each course has a three-hour value. 
2. A one time Application Fee of $25.00. (non-refundable)  
3. Purchase the Study Guide and complete the self-exams in the
   Study Guide, and there may be some reading assignments.  
4. Participate in the class discussions. Missing more than two (2) class sessions could disqualify a student from receiving credit toward a certificate.

LEVEL III: CERTIFICATE OF ADVANCED BIBLICAL STUDIES
This level of study is the most demanding. The student will be required to memorize more passages of Scripture, conduct additional readings including assigned course textbook(s). There are also research, theme and evaluation papers to write. (See assignments in the front of your Study Guide)

The requirements for this certificate are the same as for the (Bachelor Degree) however, the cost is somewhat less. 

1. There is a $20.00 cost per credit hour tuition for Certificate applicants. ($60.00 per course)  
2. A one time Application Fee of $25.00 is required and is non- refundable.  
3. Upon completion of 20 courses, students may apply for an “Associate Certificate of Advanced Biblical Studies.”
   
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BACHELOR OF BIBLICAL STUDIES 

The Bachelor level of study is the most demanding. It involves all the requirements of the Certificate level plus extra assignments. The Bachelor of Biblical Studies student will be required: 

1. There is a $30.00 tuition fee per credit hour. Each course has
   a three-hour value. ($90.00 per course) 
2. A one time Application Fee of $25.00. (non-refundable)  
3. Purchase the Study Guide and complete the self-exams.  
4. The student will be required to memorize additional passages
   of Scripture and be able to either write them out or quote them to their Administrator.      
5. Conduct additional readings including assigned course textbook(s), research, theme and evaluation papers to write.  
6. Participate in the class discussions.  
7. Take the written exams.  
8. Upon completion of 20 courses, at the Bachelor level, the student may apply for an “Associate Degree of Biblical Studies.”

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