That’s a tough question! Our majors are all taught from an uncompromisingly biblical perspective by experienced faculty and with a unique liberal arts curriculum.

But if we must rank them, our three most attended are Business, Bibleand Biology. If you break it down into specific emphasis programs: Mechanical Engineering, Pre-Medical, Accounting, Pre-Physical Therapy, Teacher Education, Biblical Counseling, Business Management, and Computer Science are some of the top attended programs.

Anywhere between 10 to 18 hours a week on all forms of out of class work (this includes assignments, studying, and projects). This also fluctuates depending on the course load.

This depends on the class and the professor you are taking, as an English class might have large writing or reading assignments, and a math class might have no writing and little reading. Certain professors also have different preferences in both areas of extra class work. However, most classes require the reading of a textbook on a per-chapter basis at least.

As these are typically required for graduating, many students are enrolled in these classes at a time. The average lower division and GE class size is somewhere between 65 and 90 students. 74% of our classes are under 20 students, and 7% of our classes are under 50.

Unlike most major universities, our professors are not only involved in research but also teach every class. The teaching assistants we do have, are used to do administrative work, help in labs, tutor, and aid the professors and students when necessary. With our 10:1 student-teacher ratio, students have direct access to our professors.

Typically the faculty-student ratio is between 1:10 and 1:12. This number does fluctuate depending on the major, generally between 5 and 25 students.

The Master’s University has a lot of subjects, majors, and events similar to other schools. However, what makes us stand out is our uncompromising commitment to Christ and Scripture. We believe that the Bible is authoritative, and that is what we teach in all classes, from science to business.

If you desire to change your major, it is simple. First, you need to meet with your academic advisor and explain your plan for switching majors. Then you would need to meet with the registrar. Both advisor and registrar must sign off that you are changing majors.

Yes, in fact, many students do this every year. Many students for many different reasons (financially, family issues, etc.) have taken off semesters in the past and are welcome to return back to school once the period of time is over.

Classes in high school that will better prepare you for success in these majors include 1 year of physics and calculus. Chemistry, biology, and other science classes like anatomy and physiology will be especially helpful for Biology majors.

These are the 11 most common freshmen classes:

Many biology professors have a project that they work on each year, and students have the opportunity to work with them. This allows them to present the project to science fairs and even get published! These opportunities are available beginning in sophomore year.

On average about 20 Students per project (about ⅓ of the Biology Major). This number fluctuates depending on the size of the project and the size of the major.

Depending on your major, you might have a capstone/seminar class, an exit exam, or a final project/paper.

At TMU we have many opportunities to receive tutoring in math, science, and writing. As far as a freshman experience, new students come on campus a week before returning students. They spend all week getting to know the campus, professors, dorm staff, and other student leaders. Every day there are group activities such as going to the beach, packing meals at Children’s Hunger Fund, and having dinner with staff or faculty member and their families. This week is referred to as WOW (Week of Welcome) and is a great time for new students to become familiar and comfortable with life as a student.

Because everyone’s financial situation is different, the best way to estimate what aid you may receive at Master’s is to use the Total Cost Calculator.

Loans are funds that must be paid back with interest after graduation or the student drops below half-time in units. There are 2 types of loans: Subsidized and Unsubsidized.

1. Subsidized: This is a need-based loan, fixed at an interest rate, in which the government pays for the interest while the student is enrolled in school at least half-time. This loan is deferred until the student graduates or drops below half-time. The eligibility for this is determined by the FAFSA.
2. Unsubsidized: This is a loan with a fixed interest rate, in which the student is responsible for paying for the interest while enrolled in school at least half-time. This loan is deferred until the student graduates or drops below half-time.

Grants are financial assistance that does not need to be paid back. This can vary in types: both government and institutional grants as well as scholarships and such.

In 2019, 67% of students graduate with less than $20,000 in loan debt, compared with the national average of $29,800.

The average debt that students graduate with can vary, but it ranges in this vicinity which is the accumulation of 4 years of $5000/year in loans. When it comes to repayment, it’s roughly comparable to a car payment on a new Camry.  Many students are also able to graduate with zero debt. During a time when student loan debt is as high as ever, TMU is recognized by the Department of Education for creating an environment where the burden of student loan debt repayment is much less than at almost every other campus in the country. Additionally, TMU has been recognized in LendEDU’s 2019 annual report on student loan default rates for having one of the lowest default rates not only in California but in the entire country as well. Nationwide, the default rate at Master’s University placed in the 90th percentile.

There are many opportunities for on-campus employment, this is true for both students who qualify for Work-study and those who would like a cash job. Some specific areas of work include: Working in the Cafeteria, the Library, as a Teaching Assistant, Computer Help Desk, and at the Fitness Center. These are just a few of the main job opportunities.

There are many work-study options available on campus. Some possible and common options are the cafeteria, library, academic offices, and department offices. Also available are off-campus work-study options. Don’t receive work-study with your financial package? Fear not. You can still find a job on campus, which would be referred to as a cash job.

Cash jobs are available for students who do not receive work-study as a part of their financial aid package. When students receive work-study, the money that they make goes straight into paying for tuition. Students who work a cash job, however, get that money in the form of a check or directly deposited into their bank account. This money could be used to help pay for school, a plane ride home, or a night out at the movies. Some of the available positions for cash jobs are in the cafeteria, offices on campus, a Resident Assistant (RA) position in the dorms, or certain positions on our Associated Student Body Council (ASB).

Our “sticker” price for tuition is always listed HERE. However, this is not what most students pay as 94% of our students receive financial aid. This may include scholarships, merit awards, grants, and work-study opportunities. To calculate how much aid you might receive, visit our Total Cost Calculator.

In addition to the tuition fees of attending a university, you might need to pay for housing and a meal plan. At TMU, our housing costs are the same across the board, no matter what dorm you live in. You can choose which meal plan you need, which has different prices depending on which plan you choose. There is also a student activities fee, which goes towards campus events.

International students may receive academic scholarships, TMU grants, international grants, pastor and missionary dependent grants, ministry matching grants, music scholarships, athletic scholarships, and others. These scholarships and grants may vary from student to student.

The priority deadline for financial aid applications is March 2nd. We still accept and process financial aid past this date, but to ensure that you are getting the best aid you can, you should turn in all of your forms and applications by this time. Soon after this date, different funds start to run out.

The Financial Aid Office suggests that you begin the FAFSA in October and work on all of the documents you need to turn in (you can see what you need to complete on your self-service) by March 2nd.

For specific scholarships that you are applying for, there may be different deadlines for these, so make sure that you read the application carefully to ensure that you submit it promptly.

Master ‘S University And Seminary

Parents want their child’s higher education to be built upon the biblical foundation that parents have been cultivating and developing in their children for so many years. A Christian university should be placing spiritual growth at the heart of the curriculum. The like-minded faculty, staff, and other students at a Christian school will work to further cement the biblical foundations you have set – all while providing an excellent academic and social experience which prepares students for career success, but also for Christ-honoring lives in the home, church, and community.

• Do you want your student’s professors and peers to encourage students to know God and to pursue righteousness?
• Do you want your student’s professors and peers to equip believers and to teach a scriptural skill set?
• Do you want your student’s professors and peers to teach Scripture as the supreme authority for Godly living?

Developing wisdom, establishing convictions, and producing leaders. That’s why it is important for homeschool students to attend a Christian university.

Universities across the nation today have standard admissions practices for homeschoolers. This is a group of students who have proven to be academically very strong, and most universities have a small population of homeschool students on campus.

Typically, admissions require a GPA above a minimum range of 2.75 or above. You’ll also need an SAT, ACT, or sometimes accepted CLT score. Finally, you’ll need a high school diploma.

TMU requires personal statements and essays and a pastor’s recommendation.

You’ll also need a transcript. A homeschool transcript should include each class studied beginning in ninth grade with a letter grade assigned to each class. Use a credit system to calculate GPA. The transcript should be current through the date of applying to the university, and a final transcript must be submitted upon completion of schooling. If the transcript is produced by the parent, then a parental signature is required along with the date of signing.

In absence of a final transcript, the GED or California Proficiency Exam is accepted

Here are a few pointers to help collect paperwork and other documents. This will help streamline your admissions and financial aid applications:

• Update the high school transcript with all courses (homeschool, co-op, online, outside, or dual enrollment) that count towards high school graduation.
• Calculate cumulative GPA for 9th through 11th grades.
• List all 12th-grade courses, plus credits that students plan to take during the senior year. Place IP (in progress) or SP (spring) in the grade column.
• Update the student’s extracurricular activity sheet.
• Complete course descriptions for all academic 9th- through 12th-grade courses for your records.
• Search for scholarship opportunities and make selections. List requirements, documentation, and deadlines.

Parents strive to provide their children with a great high school education through homeschooling, so that child can use their skills and abilities to help pay for college. TMU’s scholarships are often sponsored by alumni, and our financial aid office is your best source of information. Again, deadlines are important, so begin to gather information early in the junior or senior year of high school.

For scholarships, keys to success are high test scores (ACT, SAT, or CLT ), academic achievement (AP, dual enrollment, honors), and extracurricular activities.

Would you like to complete 1-2 years of college at a fraction of the tuition price while you are still in high school?

Juniors and seniors in high school can take accredited, college-level Bible and General Education courses on campus or online. These classes meet high school graduation requirements and earn college credits at a reduced cost, and of course, the class credits are transferable to most colleges.

Perhaps the biggest benefit of dual enrollment is that your student may start accumulating college credits, helping them graduate on time or even early.

• These classes also give students a helpful sneak-peak into what college courses entail and what the college is like.
• This means lower course loads in college
• It also means you can access many classes that your high school does not offer

Before starting, make sure the colleges you are interested in would accept the dual enrollment credit, and check to see that your high school doesn’t offer the same class. Also, consider the total workload before over-committing.

While there is no one-size-fits-all solution, the college decision is a family decision. God’s word instructs children to honor their parents, and it also instructs parents to equip their children. A prospective student should be involved, capable and active in the financial aid and admissions process. This includes searching and applying for scholarships, researching work-study options, and inquiring about internships. The student’s ownership of the process is a valuable skill set. There are items like tax return forms and family income documents that the student may not have access to and requires a parent’s support.