Among Bible schools with Charismatic emphasis, Elim has an international reputation for excellence. Elim is covered with the New York State Board of Regents under code BR52.22(b), and most of our programs are approved by the New York State Bureau of Veterans Education (BVE) for the training of veterans and other eligible persons.
Elim is a non-degree granting institution. However, our long tradition of high academic standards continues to make it possible for our students to transfer most of their course units to Christian colleges, selected public colleges, and private universities. A list of schools that have accepted Elim units into their programs can be obtained from the Admissions Office.
Student Classifications To be classified as a freshman, a student must meet entrance requirements. A junior has earned at least 30 units of study; a senior, at least 60 units.
Gain a "World Christian" Perspective All full-time Elim students join one of several Missionary Prayer Teams. Meeting regularly, these groups learn and talk about various geographic areas and cultures and actively seek the Lord on their behalf. Each fall, Elim conducts its Missions Conference, hosting special speakers and missionaries from around the world. Missionary Prayer Teams prepare skits, mime, songs, slide shows and video to share their hearts with the student body, staff, and conference guests.
Ministry Training Awaits You
We believe serious ministry begins the moment a student enrolls in Elim's training program. Some students have ministry plans of their own following the completion of their program at Elim, while others consult the placement board posted outside the Deans office in the Student Lounge.
Reach Out as you Learn Within weeks of their arrival, students join local ministry outreach teams. Student Ministries oversee more than 40 teams serving churches, colleges, correctional facilities, shelters, hospitals, developmental centers, and nursing homes weekly. Students are also encouraged to participate in teams of dance, drama, music, and leadership
Regular Student
Carries a full-time academic load and is working toward fulfilling the requirements for graduation.
Undeclared Student
One who carries a full-time academic load but is not seeking to meet the requirements for graduation. Undeclared student status may be granted by the Admissions committee when it is requested during the admissions procedure, but only in special qualifying circumstances.
Part-time Student Carries less than 12 units (18.7 or less clock hours) in a semester.
Audit Student One who registers for a course on a non-unit basis. This student attends classes, but is not required to complete assignments or take exams. Classes are charged at half the tuition rate. Audit students are required to pay fees on a pro rata basis.