Tangible Bible College

Mission. Tangible Bible College exists to equip faithful men and women for Christian life and ministry through rigorous biblical instruction, spiritual formation, and practical service — preparing graduates who "rightly handle the word of truth" (2 Timothy 2:15).

Vision. To be a recognized center of biblical and theological education whose graduates serve the Church and the world with conviction, competence, and Christlike character, and to attain full institutional accreditation as a testimony to our academic quality and institutional integrity.

Statement of Faith. Tangible Bible College affirms the historic, orthodox Christian faith: the inspiration and authority of Scripture; the Trinity — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; the deity, substitutionary atonement, and bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ; salvation by grace through faith; the indwelling and sanctifying work of the Holy Spirit; and the personal return of Christ. Faculty and staff subscribe to this confession, and students are welcomed into a community shaped by it.

Community Identity. TBC is a ministry of Tangible Word International Fellowship (TWIF), a church with a strong emphasis on biblical literacy, education, and missions, and operates as a community of learners united around the study of God's Word and the formation of Christian character.

Tangible Bible College is actively pursuing institutional accreditation with a recognized accrediting body for biblical and theological higher education (such as the Association for Biblical Higher Education, ABHE). The college structures its programs, faculty credentials, governance, and student learning outcomes assessment to meet or exceed the standards of accredited peer institutions.

Commitments to Quality:

• Qualified Faculty — Courses are taught by instructors holding appropriate graduate credentials in their fields.
• Documented Curriculum — Every course has defined learning outcomes, a published syllabus, and assessed student work. Each generated syllabus is automatically filed as an immutable accreditation document in the college archive.
• Outcomes Assessment — The college systematically measures student achievement against published program learning outcomes and uses the results for continuous improvement.
• Academic Records — Student records are maintained with integrity and in compliance with FERPA (see the FERPA section of this handbook). Every grade change is permanently logged with before-and-after values for auditing.

Accreditation candidacy or membership status does not constitute retroactive accreditation of credits earned; transferability of credits is always at the discretion of the receiving institution.

Academic Calendar. The college operates on a semester system for the 2026-2027 academic year. Each semester's start and end dates, registration windows, and examination periods are published in the academic calendar, which is synced automatically to each enrolled student's personal calendar inside the student portal.

Credit Hours. One credit hour typically represents one hour of classroom instruction and two hours of outside study per week over a fifteen-week semester. Online and intensive courses meet equivalent instructional time. TBC courses are structured as 2-hour in-class sessions, with an auto-generated Bible reading plan distributed across each session.

Course Load & Standing. Full-time undergraduate study is generally 12 or more credit hours per semester. Students are expected to maintain satisfactory academic progress. Academic standing is defined as:

• Good Standing — Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above.
• Academic Probation — Cumulative GPA below 2.0; the student must meet with an academic advisor and may be limited to a reduced course load.
• Academic Suspension — A student who fails to return to good standing after a probationary period may be suspended for one semester.

The Course Hub. Every enrolled course opens into a Course Hub inside the student portal, where the student can access the full syllabus, session quizzes, flashcards, study tutor, mini-lessons, the live-classroom link, and proctored exams in one place.

Required Texts. The Bible is a mandatory required text for every course offered at Tangible Bible College, alongside any course-specific texts listed in the syllabus.

Attendance. Regular participation is essential. Students are expected to attend all scheduled sessions, including live online class meetings conducted through Zoom and hosted inside the student portal. Instructors record attendance for each class meeting.

Live Classes. When an instructor opens a live class session, enrolled students see a "Join Live Class" button in the Course Hub with the Zoom meeting link, meeting ID, and passcode. Students are expected to join on time and remain for the full session.

Self-Withdrawal. A student who has accumulated two or more recorded absences in a course may self-withdraw from that course through the My Courses page. Self-withdrawal records a grade of "W" on the transcript and is permitted only while the course is in progress and no final grade has been issued. Students below the absence threshold, or who wish to withdraw for other reasons, may submit a formal withdrawal request through the My Requests page.

Add/Drop. Students may adjust registration during the published add/drop period. Withdrawal after that period results in a grade of "W" on the transcript and may affect tuition and financial obligations.

Incomplete Grades. A grade of "I" (Incomplete) may be assigned when a student cannot complete coursework due to extenuating circumstances. Incomplete work must be finished within four weeks of the end of the term, or the "I" converts to "F".

As a community of Christian scholars, Tangible Bible College holds academic honesty to be a matter of character as well as policy. Each student affirms the Honor Code: "God has given me all of the tools I need. I will not lie, cheat, or steal to be successful here or anywhere else in my life, nor do I need to."

Violations of academic integrity include:

• Plagiarism — Presenting another's words, ideas, or work as one's own without proper citation.
• Cheating — Using unauthorized aids or assistance on examinations or assignments, including attempting to circumvent the School ID verification required for mastery tests.
• Fabrication — Inventing or falsifying data, sources, or citations.
• Facilitating dishonesty — Knowingly helping another student violate academic integrity.
• Self-plagiarism — Resubmitting prior work without instructor authorization.

Consequences. Violations are addressed by the instructor and the Academic Dean. Sanctions range from a zero on the assignment and a warning, to failure of the course, to dismissal from the program. A second offense typically results in suspension or expulsion. All instances are documented in the student's academic file.

Membership in the Tangible Bible College community is a voluntary commitment to live according to biblical principles and the standards of this covenant. Students are expected to conduct themselves with integrity, humility, and love at all times — in the classroom, online, and in the broader community.

• Integrity — Honesty in speech, academic work, and all dealings.
• Respect & Edification — Treat instructors, staff, and peers with dignity; "let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up" (Ephesians 4:29).
• Purity — Students refrain from sexual immorality, pornography, and any conduct inconsistent with biblical teaching on sexuality and marriage.
• Worship & Chapel — Students participate in chapel and corporate worship as a formative practice of the community.
• Stewardship — Care for college property, resources, and one another's reputations.
• Technology Use — Honor copyright law, refrain from illegal file sharing, and use digital platforms in a manner consistent with this covenant.

The college reserves the right to address conduct — whether on or off campus — that is inconsistent with this covenant or detrimental to the community.

Tangible Bible College is committed to holistic student development — academic, spiritual, and personal — and provides a suite of digital tools to support learning.

• Chapel & Spiritual Formation — Regular chapel services, prayer gatherings, and discipleship groups nourish the spiritual life of the community.
• Digital Library — Students access the curated Digital Library by entering their Student ID number and a personal PIN created on first visit. The library is scoped to Bible College resources and gated to verified students only.
• AI Study Tools — Each course offers auto-generated flashcards, a study tutor, and mini-lessons accessible from the Course Hub to reinforce session material.
• Academic Advising — Each student is assigned an academic advisor who assists with registration, degree planning, and progress toward graduation. Program progress is visible inside the student portal.
• Counseling & Pastoral Care — Confidential pastoral support is available through the Dean of Students and designated faculty mentors. Referrals to professional counseling are provided when needed.
• Disability Accommodations — The college provides reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities in accordance with applicable law. Requests should be submitted to the Registrar with supporting documentation.
• Career & Ministry Placement — Advising and resources are available for students pursuing vocational ministry, graduate study, or other callings.

Tuition. Tuition is charged per class. The fee for each course is published in the course catalog and shown at checkout. Students may request a course from the Request a Class page; if they have a prepaid tuition slot available, enrollment is processed immediately, otherwise they are directed to a secure checkout to pay the course fee before enrollment.

Payment Receipts. A branded payment receipt is emailed to the student upon successful payment, and the payment is recorded in the student's account.

Mastery Tests. Some courses may be activated by a mastery (comprehensive) exam rather than immediate class placement. Access to a mastery test requires School ID entry and verification — students must enter their Student ID number, which is validated before the test opens. This safeguard protects the integrity of the assessment.

Start Modes. When requesting a course, a student selects one of two start modes: Place in Class (begin attending immediately) or Activate Exam (begin with the mastery test). The chosen mode is recorded with the enrollment.

Tangible Bible College provides secure in-app messaging between students and their instructors through the student portal. All messages are permanent and immutable — neither party may edit or delete them — to maintain a safe, auditable record of every academic conversation for compliance and review.

• Use the Message Instructor tool within the portal for all course-related communication.
• Messages are tied to the specific course and visible to the student, the instructor, and authorized administrators.
• Announcements from the administration appear in the Announcements page of the portal and may also be delivered by email.
• Official college correspondence is branded as Tangible Bible College and sent from institutional channels only.

Students should expect timely, professional communication from instructors and are expected to respond promptly to official notices.

Tangible Bible College is a drug- and alcohol-free campus. The unlawful possession, use, distribution, or being under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs, or unauthorized controlled substances is prohibited on college property, at college-sponsored events, and during any academic activity — including live online class sessions.

• Prescription medications must be used only as legally prescribed and may not be shared.
• Tobacco and vaping are not permitted on campus or at college events.
• Impairment during a class session is grounds for immediate removal and disciplinary review.
• Distribution of any controlled substance on college premises will be reported to authorities and results in immediate dismissal.

Tangible Bible College is committed to maintaining a community free from discrimination and harassment. Consistent with applicable law and our Christian convictions, the college does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, or disability in its educational programs and activities.

Sexual Misconduct. The college prohibits sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking. Reports may be made to the Title IX Coordinator or any trusted faculty/staff member. The college responds to all reports with care, confidentiality to the extent possible, and timely investigation in accordance with due process.

Grievance Procedure. Any student who believes they have experienced discrimination or harassment may file a written grievance. The college provides an impartial investigation, the opportunity for both parties to be heard, and appropriate remedial action. Retaliation against any person who reports or participates in an investigation is strictly prohibited.

Tangible Bible College complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g). Students have the right to:

• Inspect and review their education records within 45 days of a request.
• Request amendment of records believed to be inaccurate or misleading.
• Consent to disclosure of personally identifiable information, except as permitted by FERPA.

Directory Information. The college may disclose directory information (e.g., name, program of study, degrees awarded, dates of attendance) unless the student submits a written request to withhold it. The full FERPA Privacy Notice is available on the college website.

Record Retention & Audit. Academic records, transcripts, and disciplinary files are maintained securely and retained in accordance with the college's records retention policy. All manual grade adjustments are captured in a permanent audit trail recording the before and after values, the actor, and the time.

Tangible Bible College is committed to fairness and due process. Students with a concern about a grade or academic decision may pursue the following procedure:

1. Informal Resolution — Discuss the concern with the instructor within ten business days of the decision. A formal grade review request may also be submitted through the My Requests page.
2. Written Appeal — If unresolved, submit a written appeal to the Academic Dean within ten business days, including the basis for the appeal and desired remedy.
3. Review Committee — The Dean convenes a review committee that examines the record, hears all parties, and issues a written decision.
4. Final Appeal — A student may appeal the committee's decision in writing to the President, whose ruling is final.

Non-academic grievances (conduct, discrimination, or community-life concerns) follow the procedure outlined in the Title IX & Nondiscrimination section. Every student is entitled to a fair hearing, notice of the concern, the opportunity to respond, and a decision free from retaliation.