COMPLETING THE APPLICATION 1. Please print legibly in ink or type the application form. Be sure to complete each page of the application.

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1 Application Process Thank you for your interest in the Bayside College. If you have any questions about the application process or the school, please contact our Bayside College Admissions Office at (ext. 249) or Additional information is also available online at. Our application process focuses on understanding the individual and is designed to select those applicants who will thrive in Bayside College. Our admission staff works closely with each applicant throughout the application and enrollment process. We carefully and prayerfully consider each application while making our decision. APPLICATION CHECKLIST For your application to be complete, you must submit ALL of the following: Application Form Two Essays Medical History Form Criminal and Background Records Check Form High school transcripts (Include college transcript if applicable) One Pastor Recommendation $50 application fee (check payable to Bayside Community Church; memo Bayside College) Two recent, different photos (electronically sent to Once we have received your completed application, you will have a phone interview with our admissions staff. A staff member will contact you regarding the interview. COMPLETING THE APPLICATION 1. Please print legibly in ink or type the application form. Be sure to complete each page of the application. 2. Enclose the $50 non-refundable application fee with your application (a check or money order is preferred). Your application for admission will not be evaluated until the application fee is received. 3. Provide a copy of your transcript from your high school and/or any colleges attended. If you are currently enrolled, please request an official transcript to be mailed upon graduation or completion of coursework. Applicants who have completed fewer than 30 semester hours of college coursework must also submit high school transcripts. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS International students are required to have transcripts evaluated by World Education Services. Students whose first language is not English must submit TOEFL scores. Additionally, international students who plan on acquiring a car upon arrival in the United States must give themselves enough time to buy and insure it. We suggest at least two weeks prior to the start of the program. SUBMITTING THE APPLICATION Bayside College is a nine-month program from August to May. We accept and review applications year round, but all applications for enrollment in the current year must be submitted by August 1 st. If we receive your application and $500 deposit after August 1 st you will be charged a $500 late fee. This year we are offering a $250 discount for new students. To be eligible for this discount the student must be applied, accepted and the $500 non-refundable registration fee must be received by the admissions office prior to May 1 st, Please mail your completed application to the address located at the top right-hand corner of this page. PAGE 1 OF 13

2 Schooling Options All of our students will participate in the same daily activities, trips, rigorous academic study, and ministry opportunities. Bayside College educational program centers around three tracks within the Practical Ministry in which our students can further their education and pursue their purpose in the Kingdom of God. We are very excited to be able to equip our students in the areas that God has called them to and cultivate the gifts they have been given. Our second year graduates will earn an Associate s degree in Ministerial Leadership through Southeastern University as well as Bayside College s Certificate in Practical Ministry. Third year graduates will be awarded a Professional Leadership Certificate in Practical Ministry in addition to additional accredited courses through SEU as they apply. MINISTERIAL LEADERSHIP (Theology emphasis) Tuition: Full-time - $10,100 (Books NOT Included) We are excited to introduce Bayside College s newest academic option. This Focus is for those students who feel they are being called into full time ministry within the local church or a mission s organization. The Ministerial Leadership option will provide our students with extremely applicable knowledge of ministry and priceless experience that can only be gained through frequent and supervised ministry opportunities. This curriculum of study will be taught from Bayside Pastors and professional instructors. Students will have an opportunity to earn an Associates Degree in Ministerial Leadership through the regionally-accredited Southeastern University of Lakeland, FL. WORSHIP LEADERSHIP (Worship emphasis) Tuition: Full-time - $6,800 (Books NOT Included) This option is for our students who feel they are being called to lead worship in the local church or for those who simply want to learn how to use their musical gifts to glorify God. Our students will study the spiritual and educational aspects of worship through a curriculum adopted from the renowned Integrity Worship Institute. In addition, Worship School students will receive practical training from Bayside Church s Worship Leadership Team in the form of classroom sessions as well as voice and/or musical lessons. Our students will also be given opportunities to lead worship in various areas in Bayside Church including ACME, Fusion, Epic, Venue, and Weekend Services. EXPERIENTIAL CERTIFICATE Tuition: Full-time - $4,000 (Books NOT Included) This option is a one-year program designed for students who desire to grow in their personal faith-walk with God, but not necessarily with all the academic demands. With its specifically designed curriculum, students will focus on their devotional life, Biblical study, as well as experiential learning. PAGE 2 OF 13

3 Application for Admission PERSONAL INFORMATION Bayside College seeks students who want to grow spiritually, who have the potential to be successful academically, and who are willing and able to undergo rigorous physical training. With that in mind, please answer the following questions as carefully and honestly as possible. I plan to enter Bayside College: September YEAR Full Name Gender Male Female LAST FIRST MIDDLE Preferred Name SS# Birth Date MONTH/ DAY/ YEAR Current Address NUMBER AND STREET CITY STATE/ COUNTRY ZIP Phone ( ) Address Permanent Address NUMBER AND STREET CITY STATE/ COUNTRY ZIP Are you a U.S. Citizen? Yes No If no, what is your current U.S. immigration status? Country of Birth Country of Citizenship T-Shirt Size Athletic Short Size Sweatshirt Size Name of Church/ Christian Organization Denomination Phone ( ) Mailing Address NUMBER AND STREET CITY STATE/ COUNTTRY ZIP Name of Senior Pastor, Youth Pastor or Youth Worker How long have you been involved in this church? If less than one year, what church were you involved in previously? Age/year when you accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior Water Baptized Have you received the Baptism of the Holy Spirit? Please list any ministry experiences/ positions you have held, both inside and outside the Church. Is there anything in your life that might come up as a questionable issue? Yes No (if yes, please explain.) PAGE 3 OF 13

4 FINANCIAL INFORMATION Which major do you plan on pursuing? Ministerial Worship Experiential Do you currently own a vehicle? (required upon entrance) Yes No Is your vehicle in good working condition? Yes No Do you currently have automobile insurance for your vehicle? (required upon entrance) Yes No Are you currently employed? Full-time Part-time Place of Employment Position Work Phone ( ) LIFESTYLE Do you or have you ever smoked? Yes No (If yes, explain.) Do you or have you ever consumed alcoholic beverages? Yes No (If yes, explain.) Do you or have you ever used any illegal drugs? Yes No (If yes, explain) Have you ever been convicted of a felony? Yes No (If yes, please attach an explanation to this application.) FAMILY BACKGROUND Father s Name Living Deceased LAST FIRST MIDDLE Father s Address NUMBER AND STREET CITY STATE/COUNTRY ZIP Home/Cell Phone ( ) Work Phone ( ) Address Occupation Employer College(s) Attended by Father Degree(s) Earned Mother s Name Living Deceased LAST FIRST MIDDLE Mother s Address NUMBER AND STREET Home/Cell Phone( ) Work Phone ( ) Address Occupation Employer I live with (check all that apply) My Mother My Father A Stepparent A Guardian On my own Other: If you live with a guardian, stepparent or other, please complete their information below. Name Address Home/Cell Phone ( ) PAGE 4 OF 13

5 Person to contact in case of an emergency: Name Relationship Phone ( ) Briefly describe your family environment How does your family feel about you enrolling in Bayside College? RECOMMENDATIONS If you are accepted into Bayside College, are you willing to make a nine-month commitment? Yes No You must submit a Pastor Recommendation along with three references (may not be family members) of people who are well acquainted with you. These must be different from your Pastor Recommendation. Name Relation Phone ( ) Name Relation Phone ( ) Name Relation Phone ( ) PAGE 5 OF 13

6 Essay Questions Bayside College is seeking students who are committed to growing spiritually, are well prepared academically, and want to contribute to their community. We recognize that each applicant is a uniquely gifted child of God. Your essays help the admissions staff become better acquainted with you. Please respond to both questions as you would to a senior-level English class or college-level composition assignment. Each response should be words, typed and double-spaced. QUESTIONS 1. Please give your testimony and describe your personal relationship with Jesus Christ. What does it mean to you to be a follower of Christ? 2. Reflect on the scripture passage below. What does this mean to you? How does this passage connect to a recent event or circumstance in your life? Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God this is your spiritual act of worship. Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God s will is His good, pleasing and perfect will. Romans 12:1-2 PAGE 6 OF 13

7 Pastor Recommendation Applicant s Name Applicant s Address Check one: I waive my right to review this completed document. I do not waive my right to review this completed document. Signature Date (NOTE: The admission process requires your insight regarding this applicant. If the applicant does not waive his or her right to review this document, he or she has permission to read this recommendation.) Each Bayside College applicant must submit a pastor s recommendation, so thank you in advance for your help. We are interested in your assessment of this student s spiritual development. Serious consideration will be given to your comments; therefore, we ask you completed this form carefully. Please comment on the student s level of commitment to spiritual growth, participation in a church or organization and potential to contribute to a Christian community, keeping the following community lifestyle expectations in mind: Name Bayside College seeks to admit students who will thrive in a distinctly Christian learning community. Members of Bayside College are committed to Christian values and actively participate in the integration of faith and learning. Bayside College students commit to specific standards. Students are required to refrain from the possession and use or being under the influence of alcohol, tobacco and nonprescriptive drugs during their time as a student. Bayside College students commit to specific standards and are required to refrain from immoral sexual behavior and from the possession and use of obscene or pornographic images or literature and will strive for an attitude of purity. Students will be coached and counseled if they struggle with these matters. These standards are established in order to provide a healthy environment for growth and learning. Name Church Phone ( ) Church Name Address Church Address How long have you known the applicant? How well do you know the applicant? Very well Well Casually LAST FIRST MIDDLE NUMBER AND STREET CITY STATE/ COUNTRY ZIP Do you feel the applicant possesses the necessary qualities to succeed in Bayside College? Yes No Do you believe the applicant has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ? Yes No Explain: To your knowledge, is the applicant s present conduct consistent with the lifestyle above? Yes No What evidence have you observed? Briefly identify the applicant as either an active, average or an indifferent participant in the activities of the church/ organization. PAGE 7 OF 13

8 Based on your knowledge of the applicant, would he or she likely profit from the Bayside College experience? From your perspective, please identify several of the applicant s strengths and weaknesses. Based on the applicant s God-given talents and gifts, how do you see him or her specifically contributing to Bayside College? Rank the applicant in the following areas: Emotional Stability Leadership Ability Peer Relationship Spiritual Maturity Social Skills Excellent Above Average Average Below Average Comments: Based on the above information, I support the following recommendation regarding the applicant s admission into Bayside College: Strongly recommend Recommend Do not recommend Are you familiar with Bayside College? Yes No Would you like to discuss the applicant with our staff? No Yes, you can reach me at ( ) Signature Date After completing this recommendation please return to: Bayside College Office of Admission If you wish to make additional comments about the applicant, please contact an admission staff member at (941) or us at admissions@baysidecollege.org. Bayside College reserves the right to select students on the basis of academic performance and personal qualifications. Bayside College does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender or national or ethnic origin in its programs and activities. PAGE 8 OF 13

9 Medical History Name: Date of Birth: Street Address: SSN: City, State, Zip: Blood Type: Current Weight: Height: Bayside College is a physically demanding program with regular physical fitness training and outdoor activities that include trekking, hiking, repelling, camping, ropes training, swimming, bicycling, rowing/canoeing and running, occasionally in extreme weather. You will also participate in periods of fasting. In order for us to help ensure your ability to endure the physical rigors of the program, we need you to complete the following health form, provide a record of your immunizations, and have a physical examination performed by your physician prior to entering the program. Additional immunizations and medication may be required at a later time for foreign travel. Also, please attach a copy of your medical insurance and prescription card. All medical information will be kept strictly confidential and will only be used by Bayside College staff and relevant insurance providers. This information is necessary for the health and safety of all students. Please be accurate and complete. Past Medical History List any serious medical illnesses/injuries both current and past. List any operations (and/or hospitalizations). List any serious allergies. Medications List medications taken regulary Are you allergic or sensitive to any medicines? If so, please list. PAGE 9 OF 13

10 Immunizations Name: Yes No Date Tetanus Polio Measles/Mumps/Rubella Pneumovax Influenza Hepatitis A Hepatitis B Describe your overall physical condition. Do you have any physical limitations? Yes No (If yes, explain.) PAGE 10 OF 13

11 Emergency Medical Form Name: SSN: - - Passport Number: D.O.B: / / Parent/Guardian: Address Phone: Vehicle Insurance Information Company: Policy Number: Agent: Phone: - - Vehicle: Year: Color: License Plate: Blood Type: Health Insurance Company: Policy Number: Agent: Phone: - - Medications: Dosage: Refills Required: Allergies: Hospital Requested by Insurance: Medical Concerns/Conditions: PAGE 11 OF 13

12 Bayside Community Church Request and Authorization for Criminal & Background Records I hereby authorize Bayside Community Church to conduct a criminal and background records and check through the appropriate national, state, and county agencies and for such agencies to release any information which pertains to any record of convictions contained in its files or in any criminal file maintained on me whether state, local, or national. I hereby release said agency from any liability resulting from disclosure of this information. SIGNATURE DATE PRINT FULL NAME PRINT MAIDEN NAME PRINT ALL ALIASES (Last Name Only) YEAR MARRIED DATE OF BIRTH PLACE OF BIRTH SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER DATE MOVED TO FLORIDA Current Local Address: STREET CITY STATE ZIP ( ) HOME PHONE Previous Address From: (MO/YR) STREET CITY STATE ZIP Previous Address From: (MO/YR) STREET CITY STATE ZIP Drivers License Number/ State: PAGE 12 OF 13

13 Statement of Agreement Bayside College seeks students who are hungry for the Lord and committed to pursuing Him with all their heart, mind and strength. We believe God had purposes and plans that He longs to fulfill through His body. Our desire is to train students to know the Lord and His Word deeply, to understand how to serve the Kingdom of God effectively, to develop healthy, lasting relationships in addition to growing in their leadership skills. Tremendous opportunity lies at our door step; our passion is equipping others to give themselves wholeheartedly to achieving God s purpose for their lives. The Initiatives are a set of values by which each student is taught to live their life. They have been implemented to encourage our students to not merely be a thermometer and endure the world, but to become a thermostat by which they change the world. Each Initiative is accompanied by a question to facilitate personal assessment and a scripture to ensure Biblical foundation. The Initiatives: God First Am I growing closer to God? Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. - Matthew 22:37 Character Am I living a life of integrity? Be very careful, then, how you live not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. - Ephesians 5:15-16 Honor Others Am I placing value on those above, beside, and below me? Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. - Romans 12:10 Discipline Am I laying down my selfish desires? No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it. - Hebrews 12:11 Wisdom Is my mind being renewed to become the mind of Christ? Jesus grew in wisdom and stature... - Luke 2:52 I understand that my signature represents my agreement with and support the vision and purpose of Bayside College. I certify that the information provided in this application is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that failure to provide accurate and complete information will result in denial of admission. Signature Date Printed Name PAGE 13 OF 13