We utilize a modular class format to provide flexibility as well as focus in the classroom. One 18-hour week of class is held for each credit hour to be earned. Classes are held from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Monday through Friday with three hours of class to be held on Saturday at the Lecturer's discretion.
Instructors will give two weekly quizzes, a project, assigned reading/homework and a final exam to be administered on the final class day. All students must attend Wednesday evening service as this is an invaluable part of the student's education and is comparable to chapel services.
As a result of the modular class format, guest lecturers from around the world help to comprise the educational staff of GPBC. Below is a sample list of Adjunct Lecturers:
Dr. Henry & Celest Ward, Missionaries - Japan
Dr. Michael & Shawn Setser, Pastor - Winter Haven, FL
Dr. James & Linda Belisle, Evangelist - Washington, IA
Dr. William & Christina Tyson, Pastor - Bowie, MD
Dr. Ray & Debbie Young - Hammond, IN
Dr. Chuck & Jo Harding, Evangelist - Washington, DC
Bro. Chris & Irene Williams, Missionaries - Peru
Bro. Steve & Bonita Epley, Evangelist - Washington, IA
It is the goal of Great Plains Baptist College to do its utmost to equip saints for the work of the ministry and to do all in our power to increase the potential of every Christian to be as productive as possible in the Lord's work. GPBC has, therefore, a policy to help each student take advantage of every possible credit earned at any other school. Most credits earned at other undergraduate institutions will be honored unless the class itself is deemed to have been of actual detriment to the student or against sound Bible doctrine.
Students that have attained the designation of Junior at another institution and whose major is not currently offered at GPBC are encouraged, if they so desire to apply in writing to the administration for approval to finish the major they were working toward. A determination will be made whether or not GPBC has the ability to finish the required classes for that particular major, and the student will be informed in writing before the beginning of the next semester.
Certificate
Duration : 1 Yr
This diploma is awarded to the student who earns at least 36 credit hours in any of the classes offered at GPBC or a combination of GPBC classes and approved credits from other colleges. This major is designed for the Christian who desires to increse their knowledge and usefulness in the Lord's work and can be earned by a full-time student in two semesters.
Associate of Science
Duration : 2 Yr
This degree is awarded to male students who earn at least 64 credit hours of classes that are offered at GPBC or a combination of GPBC credits and approved other college credit. This degree will provide a young man the skills associated with administrating a variety of church ministries and the capacity for assisting the Pastor.
Associate of Arts
Duration : 2 Yr
This degree is awarded to students who earn at least 64 credit hours of classes that are offered at GPBC or a combination of GPBC credits and approved other college credit. This degree will equip the person who desires to assist their local church in developing or growing all aspects of media outreach, including audio/visual concepts and systems, web and graphic design, videography/photography and editing, as well as programming, IT and networking fundamentals.
Associates of Science
Duration : 2 Yr
This degree is awarded to female students who earn at least 64 credit hours in any of the classes offered at GPBC or a combination of GPBC classes and approved credits from other colleges. This degree will enable a young lady to assist her local church in all needed functions for a successful ministry. A full-time student can earn this degree in four semesters.
Associates of Science
Duration : 2 Yr
This degree is awarded to male students who earn at least 64 credit hours of classes that are offered at GPBC or a combination of GPBC credits and approved other college credit. This degree will equip any young man who desires to assist their local church in basic maintenance and mechanics. The student will learn the fundamentals of plumbing, construction, and electrical, along with essentials of vehicle mechanics. A full-time student can earn this degree in four semesters.
Bachelors
Duration : 4 Yr
This degree is awarded to students who earn at least 128 credit hours of the required classes for this major GPBC or a combination of GPBC classes and approved credits from other colleges pertaining to this major. This degree will qualify the man or woman who desires to train and teach the next generation in the local church school. Students may apply for credit for life experience and if approved, will be assigned a project by the administration. A full-time student can earn this degree in eight semesters.
Bachelors
Duration : 4 Yr
This degree is awarded to students who earn at least 128 credit hours of the required classes for this major at GPBC or a combination of GPBC credits and approved other college credits pertaining to this major. This degree will equip a young man to pursue the call of God on his life to Pastor an independent Baptist church. Students may apply for credit for life experience and if approved, will be assigned a project by the administration. A full-time student can earn this degree in eight semesters.
Bachelors
Duration : 4 Yr
This degree is awarded to students who earn at least 128 credit hours of the required classes for this major at GPBC or a combination of GPBC credits and approved other college credits pertaining to this major. This degree will equip a young man or woman with training for the mission field and access to resources to expedite their deputation. Students may apply for credit for life experience and if approved, will be assigned a project by the administration. A full-time student can earn this degree in eight semesters.
Masters of Science
Duration : 1 Yr
Post-graduate students and students who have attained at least 96 credit hours may apply for entry into GPBC's Master's program. Only male students will be accepted into the Master of Science in Theology course of study. Students will need to earn 36 Master's level credits to be awarded this degree. Students may apply for credit for life experience and if approved, will be assigned a project by the administration. Post-graduate students may also be requested to teach a college level class, thereby earning Master's level credits.
Masters of Science
Duration : 1 Yr
Post-graduate students and students who have attained at least 96 credit hours may apply for entry into GPBC's Master's program. Students will need to earn 36 Master's level credits to be awarded this degree. Students may apply for credit for life experience and if approved, will be assigned a project by the Administration. Post-graduate students may also be requested to teach a college level class thereby earning Master's level credits.