Academics

Educational Distinctives

• Committed to the Bible: We believe that Christian education should proceed from the propositional truths of the Bible. Therefore, the Institute aims to integrate learning from a
  conservative, biblical perspective into all aspects of the program.
• Discipleship Focus: From our founding, our mission has been to disciple young adults in the context of a Christ-centered and caring community. We believe that discipling students in the Christian faith and instilling in them a biblical worldview should be an integral component of Christian education.
  For us that has meant fostering a loving community in which students find encouragement, exhortation, and accountability. Every member of our faculty, staff, and administration is equally committed to the spiritual growth of our
  students.
• Church Integration: The Institute understands its mission to be church-oriented. Faculty and staff are actively engaged in local ministry, with several serving as pastors. Our students are encouraged to integrate into the life of Hope Church, a community evangelical church in Lenox. In this local church setting, students find encouragement, support, counsel, and opportunities for genuine fellowship and service.
• Bible Lands Tour:  The Institute is committed to an integrationof classroom instruction in the Bible and personal exploration of the lands of the Bible – especially Israel. A 14-day tour of Israel is included in the curriculum (second semester) and fully funded through the Wesley A. Ross Bible Lands Scholarship. Classroom instruction, a research project, and the travel experience are all integrated together into one course.