Admissions
Students in a
Christian education environment are exposed to the academic challenge within the context of Christian principles. Students are expected to learn responsibility in their academic endeavors and realize that educational institutions operate on a system of merit.
Apply Today!
Forms You May Need (PDF)
Application packets are available through the Admissions Office upon request by calling (614) 837-4088, 1-800-940-9422, or requesting by fax at (614) 837-6904.
Email us at admissions@valorcollege.edu.
Admission Process
Applicants must provide all documentation and pay appropriate fees before being considered for admission. Fall applicants need to supply all the information listed below by August 1st. International students must complete all requisites for admission by July 30th or November 30th for Fall or Spring semesters, respectively.
All applicants must have the following on file in order to be considered for admission:
-
A completed application form, to include a non-refundable $50.00 application fee (US residents) $75 application fee (International students), and your personal testimony (see student writing sample below).
-
An official high school transcript or official copy of GED transcript (mailed directly from the school to Valor).
-
A Pastoral Recommendation form to be completed by the senior pastor. (In the event, the senior pastor is a close relative, an associate pastor or elder may complete the Pastoral Recommendation form.)
-
A letter of support from your spouse (if applicable).
-
A Medical Information form.
-
An official transcript from each college attended (if applicable).
-
Submit a sample of the student’s writing in essay form (which should be typed and consist of 300-500 words) including conversion experience, spiritual growth and involvement in Christian service.
Policy
VCC welcomes anyone who desires to pursue a Biblically-oriented, Christ centered, Spirit-filled education. In fulfilling this goal, any applicant who has received a high school diploma or its equivalent and who desires to pursue a Biblically-oriented, Christ centered, Spirit-filled education is welcome and eligible to apply for admission to VCC. However, VCC is a Private Christian College and reserves the right to deny acceptance to an applicant. VCC publishes admission guidelines and procedures for its various programs of study and services in its institutional catalog. This information is also made available on VCC’s website.
Notification of Acceptance
All applicants with a current address and email will receive an offer of admission letter and an offer of admission email. International Students will receive admission information from Valor Christian College Admissions and information as to the requirements that must be met for the I-20 Form from the Designated School Official. Admission to VCC does not guarantee admission to programs with additional requirements nor does it guarantee that an I-20 form will be granted to International Students. Please email admissions@valorcollege.edu information on programs that require an additional admission process.
Once admitted, a student must begin attending VCC during the semester for which the student has been offered admission. In the event a student is unable to attend during the semester for which the student has been offered admission, the student must send a letter to the admission department requesting that the student be allowed to begin in the following semester.
Students granted acceptance are assigned a permanent student identification number. The offer of admission to students with no registration activity is valid for no more than two (2) semesters (with an approved letter requesting a later start date). At that time, a Returning Student Application must be completed to update records and reactivate a student account.
Definition
Full Acceptance:
When an applicant has submitted all of the required admission materials including high school documentation showing graduation or its equivalent, or a college transcript showing Associate degree or higher has been conferred the applicant’s file will be sent to the Admission Committee. Applicants whose applicationfile is approved by the Admission Committee are granted Full Acceptance
Provisional Acceptance:
When an applicant is granted limited acceptance with an in progress high school transcript. Students granted Provisional Acceptance do not qualify for financial aid unless/until they are granted Full Acceptance. Admission under provisional status may remain in effect for no longer than one semester. Students will not be able to register for subsequent semesters until they submit an official transcript showing graduation or its equivalent. Once the final official High School transcript is received, The Valor Christian College Admission Department will review the final official transcript and assign the student a final admission status.
Conditional Acceptance:
Students granted Conditional Acceptance are fully accepted students who must meet certain conditions such as meeting with the Student Dean, abiding by limitations on activities, etc. Students accepted under a Conditional Acceptance status qualify for financial aid. As long as the student meets the conditions of acceptance for the time period specified the Conditional Acceptance will change to Full Acceptance at the end of the specified time period.
Transfer of Credits (T)
Students who have attended an ABHE or regionally-accredited college or university may desire to have an official transfer transcript evaluated. An official transcript must be sent directly to the Registrar’s office at Valor from the school of origin. (Student-issued copies are not official.) Valor accepts credits from an accredited college if it is a part of the student’s degree program and has a grade of a “C” or better. Upon request, the student may need to provide further documentation of course content, such as a catalog description or syllabus. Transferred credits will be designated on the student’s transcript and will not figure into the GPA. There is a 20 hour maximum on nontraditional credit, which includes online and distance-education courses taken at other institutions, credit for military training, credit for life experience, and credit by examination, including CLEP and AP.
*Credit Options: Students lacking General Education requirements and/or the 13 hours of other credit may complete those hours through traditional college, CLEP examinations, Danes, and credit by life experience portfolios as approved by the Office of Academic Affairs.
Guidelines
Individuals seeking admission to Valor Christian College are encouraged to apply online at valorcollege.edu/apply; however, a paper application will also be accepted by email at admissions@valorcollege.edu.
Applicants (with the exception of International Students and non-degree audit only students) are required to provide a Social Security Number (SSN) at the time of application. The SSN is required for applicants applying for federal financial aid and must be available each year when VCC generates the 1098T for its students. Moreover, the SSN helps VCC identify students, thereby avoiding the creation of a duplicate record.
Notice: The falsification, omission, or willful concealment by an applicant of any information requested, whether on application forms or other required documents, is grounds for denial of admission or dismissal from VCC.
Application Requirements: Degree-Seeking Applicants
All application materials must be submitted prior to the admission deadline. Please refer to the Academic Calendar for more details. Applicants can check their admission status by calling the Admissions Office.
To be eligible to apply for admission applicants must:
-
Be 18 or older
-
Submit a completed application for admission;
-
Submit one of the following:
-
An official high school or home school transcript showing graduation or showing completion through junior level coursework and proof of current enrollment;
-
Official GED transcripts with an overall pass posted;
-
DD 214 form showing high school graduation or equivalency.
-
Proof of High School Diploma or Equivalent Policy
-
A Pastoral Recommendation form to be completed by the senior pastor. (In the event, the senior pastor is a close relative, an associate pastor or elder may complete the Pastoral Recommendation form.)
-
A recommendation letter from your spouse if applicable.
-
A Medical Information form.
-
An official transcript from each college attended, if applicable.
-
Submit a sample of the student’s writing in essay form (300 plus words) including conversion experience, spiritual growth and involvement in Christian service.
Students who are unable to provide a high school transcript are encouraged to email admissions@valorcollege.edu with the subject line “High School Transcript Exception” describing the issue. A staff member from Valor College Admissions will follow-up.
Degree-Seeking Applicants under age 18
Degree-seeking applicants who will be younger than 18 on January 1 for the Fall Semester, June 1 for the Spring Semester, or October 1 for the Summer Semester must:
-
Be 16 or 17; and
-
Complete the Petition for Underage Petition and Parent Consent Form.
Students under 16 must submit a letter from a parent or guardian describing the request for an exception to VCC’s admission requirements. Admission for students under 16 will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
International Admission
International applicants must submit additional materials as noted on the International Student website and meet the International Admission Deadline as noted in the Academic Calendar.
Application Requirements: Non-Degree Seeking Applicants
Non-degree seeking applicants are permitted to take coursework but are not eligible for financial aid. Applicants may take courses as non-matriculated students by submitting the following:
Application for admission
NOTE: Non-degree seeking students taking courses:
-
May have missed the application deadline.
-
May be taking courses as “audit” for personal enrichment or continuing education.
Prior Education
CREDIT BY PORTFOLIO FOR LIFE EXPERIENCE
Valor Christian College recognizes that many students may have college-level experiences which they have learned outside of the traditional academic setting. Students who enroll in a degree program must apply for credit within six months of enrollment. The credit will be awarded only after he or she has filled out the Portfolio-Questionnaire (PQ) and it has been approved by a faculty member and validated by the Provost.
Married Student/Single Parent Relocation Policy
Married students must relocate with their spouse and dependent children. Single parents must relocate with their dependent children. Studies at Valor will not be a reason for separation from a marriage partner or children.
New Student Orientation/Registration
All students entering their first semester at Valor Christian College are required to attend a one (1) day mandatory orientation and registration session before they begin classes. Registration packets containing all the necessary materials will be provided to students at the designated registration times. Fees will be collected, parking permits will be administered, classes scheduled. Students are to purchase textbooks from eCampus.
During Orientation, the Student Handbook will be introduced, an overview of the library will be presented and other college policies will be discussed.
Returning Student Orientation / Registration
Returning students are required to attend a one (1) day mandatory abbreviated orientation and registration session each semester of enrollment. All changes in policies and procedures will be reviewed, forms will be updated, and fees collected. Students are to purchase textbooks from eCampus.
Student Information
Valor maintains a current address and telephone number for each student. These address forms are filled out at Registration. Included in this form is emergency contact person information. If at any time during the semester a change of address or telephone number is made, the student MUST come to the Administration office and submit a CHANGE OF ADDRESS form to the Registrar as soon as possible. Nondiscrimination Policy Valor Christian College admits students regardless of race, color, gender, nationality and ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities. Further, Valor does not discriminate in administration of its educational and admissions policies.
Reactivation of Student Status
A student who has previously been accepted and has attended Valor Christian College may submit a letter of request to reactivate his/her file along with a $35.00 reactivation fee. Former students who wish to re-enroll must have gone through proper withdrawal procedures and be in good financial and academic standing. Reactivated students who have been absent more than one academic year will resume studies under the catalog then in effect.