Academic Procedures

New Covenant International Bible College (NCIBC) is currently offering Honorary Degree Programs and Accelerated Degree Programs only. Traditional academic degree programs have been retired, and the institution now operates as a recognition-based ministry and leadership institution.


All programs are offered 100% online and are designed to recognize and affirm life experience, ministry service, prior learning, and professional accomplishments.


Program Structure
NCIBC programs are not structured as traditional academic coursework. Instead, programs are based on:

  • Review of submitted application
  • Evaluation of supporting documentation (where applicable)
  • Assessment of ministry experience, service history, or prior learning
  • Alignment with the specific program criteria

Each applicant is reviewed individually based on the program requested.


Accelerated Degree Programs
Applicants seeking enrollment in Accelerated Degree Programs must meet the specific criteria outlined on the Admissions Policies page for the degree level being requested.


These programs may require documentation such as:

  • Prior degrees or certificates
  • Ministry or professional service records
  • Personal statements or background summaries
  • Other materials relevant to the program
  • All documentation is reviewed for alignment with program standards prior to approval.

 

Honorary Degree Programs
Honorary Degree Programs are awarded in recognition of:

  • Ministry service
  • Leadership contribution
  • Life experience
  • Community impact
  • Professional or spiritual achievements

Honorary programs do not require traditional academic coursework and are granted at the discretion of NCIBC based on the applicant’s background and submitted information.


Evaluation & Approval Process
All applications are processed through the following steps: 

  • Submission of Enrollment Application
  • Payment of Application Fee
  • Submission of required documentation (if applicable)
  • Internal review and evaluation
  • Approval and issuance of tuition invoice
  • Final enrollment upon receipt of payment


Enrollment is not considered complete until all required steps have been fulfilled.


Important Notice
NCIBC does not operate under a traditional academic credit system, grading structure, or course completion model. All programs are recognition-based and are intended for personal, ministerial, and professional acknowledgment purposes.


Acceptance of any degree or credential issued by NCIBC is solely at the discretion of the receiving institution, organization, employer, or governing body.