Patriot Bible University
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Revision as of 04:40, 16 December 2009
Patriot Bible University is an unaccredited fundamentalist Christians university. It bills itself as an affordable way to obtain pieces of toilet paper diplomas in various religious studies.
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History
Based in Del Norte, Colorado, Patriot Bible University was founded by professor and Baptist pastor Lonnie Skinner in 1979 as Patriot University in Dallas, Texas. In 1988, it obtained the right to issue religious degrees in Colorado, following a relationship with the Hilltop Baptist Church in Colorado Springs. In 2004, the school moved to Del Norte and changed its name. Its current location is also the home address of Lonnie Skinner.
School Colors
Red, white and blue. Imaginative.
Accreditation
At one point, the school was accredited by the American Accrediting Association of Theological Institutions. However, critics point out that that for $100, the AAATI would accredit anything. In 2008, it changed to Accrediting Commission International, who have been reported as accrediting fake schools.[citation needed] In their words, "Success comes from how you apply your education and not what accrediting agency has certified your education". Some people would disagree. It is, however, approved and licensed by the State of Colorado to issue Bachelor, Master and Doctoral degrees. [1] However, it is only given a "Religious Authorisation", which means, according to the CDHE, "A bona fide religious postsecondary educational institution which is exempt from property taxation under the laws of this state and whose degrees or diplomas have no state recognition." (Our emphasis).
Courses
The following are examples of the fine education you can receive from Patriot Bible University:
- GB 101-Basic Bible Doctrine
- NT 131-Gospel of Mark
- CE 205-Controversial Truths
- CE 212-Sunday School Growth
- CE 301-Biblical Discipline of Children
- CE 404-Excellence in Teaching
- PM 111-Following God's Will
- GB 403-America in Bible Prophecy
- GB 405-Christian Warfare
- GB 411-God's Wonderful Promises
- CM 203-Jail Ministry (perfect for alumni Kent Hovind)
- CC 111-Christian Family
- CC 105-Overcoming Obstacles
Patriot Bible University has a diverse staff of 4 people (half of the four teachers are black!). There are no classes, as it is a correspondence school.
Pricing
Patriot Bible University offers a range of graduate and post-graduate courses at crazy low prices. Buy now and you'll also receive a complimentary pen that can write in space! But that's not all! Use your credit card and you'll receive...[2]
First year tuition and 12 courses costs a cheap $699 USD. Master's programs run for $1399 and Doctorates for $1899. Although price does not necessarily dictate quality, it is interesting to compare their prices with those of another biblically inspired university. A Ph.D. in Theology & Apologetics from Liberty University, an accredited fundie learning institute, would cost approximately $23,000.[3] A Ph.D. or master's degree from a properly accredited university will typically cost upwards of $10,000.
Notable alumni
- Dr. Dino received a M.A. and Ph.D.
Notable sane alumni
See also
- Diploma mill
- Bob Jones University
- Pensacola Christian College
- Liberty University
- Universal Life Church
- Homeschooling
External Links
Footnotes
- ↑ http://highered.colorado.gov/Academics/Colleges/privateaccredited.asp
- ↑ You get the idea
- ↑ Liberty University's Online Ph.D. in Theology & Apologetics The estimate of $23,000 is based on a full-time blended course of 54 credit hours charged at $425 per-hour. This does not include additional fees.
