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Flexible Student Academic Schedule
Radiant Life College of Ministry uses a flexible online enrollment model with rolling monthly start dates. Students may begin on the 1st of an available month after completing all enrollment steps and “Commit to Start” documents by the 15th of the current month.
Rolling Monthly Enrollment
Students may apply throughout the year. To start on the 1st of an upcoming month, students must complete admissions review, enrollment steps, tuition arrangements, orientation requirements, and “Commit to Start” documents by the 15th of the current month.
January–February Start
February–March Start
March–April Start
April–May Start
May–June Start
June–July Start
July–August Start
August–September Start
September–October Start
October–November Start
November–December Start
Apply Anytime
Students may submit an application at any point during the year. Once reviewed, the admissions team helps determine the next available monthly start date.
Commit by the 15th
To begin on the 1st of the next month, students must complete all enrollment steps and “Commit to Start” documents by the 15th of the current month.
Start on the 1st
Approved students begin coursework on the 1st day of their assigned start month. Each course follows a guided 6–8 week learning schedule with a final exam or final assessment window.
Example:
A student who wants to start on April 1 should complete all enrollment steps and
“Commit to Start” documents by March 15.
Select a Student Start Window
Use the dropdown below to preview the recommended course schedule for each rolling start window.
January–February Start Pathway
Recommended for students beginning at the start of the calendar year.
Before Start Date
- Complete enrollment by the 15th of the previous month
- Submit “Commit to Start” documents
- Complete orientation and dashboard setup
Weeks 1–8
- Complete weekly lessons and readings
- Submit assignments, reflections, and quizzes
- Complete participation checkpoints
Month 3
- Final exam or final project window
- Course completion review
- Next course start planning
February–March Start Pathway
Recommended for students beginning in late winter or early spring.
Before Start Date
- Complete enrollment by the 15th of the previous month
- Submit “Commit to Start” documents
- Confirm course access and student dashboard setup
Weeks 1–8
- Complete lessons, readings, and guided activities
- Submit assignments and course reflections
- Complete quizzes and progress checkpoints
Month 3
- Final exam or final assessment window
- Instructor/advisor completion review
- Next monthly course cycle planning
March–April Start Pathway
Recommended for students beginning in early spring.
Before Start Date
- Complete enrollment by the 15th of the previous month
- Submit “Commit to Start” documents
- Complete student orientation and academic planning
Weeks 1–8
- Complete readings, lessons, assignments, and quizzes
- Submit reflection activities and discussions
- Complete progress checkpoints and advisor check-ins
Month 3
- Final exam or final assessment window
- Course completion review
- Next course sequence planning
April–May Start Pathway
Recommended for students beginning in spring.
Before Start Date
- Complete enrollment by the 15th of the previous month
- Submit “Commit to Start” documents
- Complete orientation and academic planning
Weeks 1–8
- Complete weekly coursework and assignments
- Finish quizzes, readings, and reflections
- Complete progress monitoring checkpoints
Month 3
- Final exam or final project window
- Course completion review
- Next course enrollment planning
May–June Start Pathway
Recommended for students beginning in late spring or early summer.
Before Start Date
- Complete enrollment by the 15th of the previous month
- Submit “Commit to Start” documents
- Confirm dashboard, course access, and orientation completion
Weeks 1–8
- Complete weekly lessons, readings, and assignments
- Submit quizzes, reflections, and participation activities
- Complete midpoint progress review
Month 3
- Final exam or final project window
- Completion review and advisor feedback
- Next course planning
June–July Start Pathway
Recommended for students beginning in early or mid-summer.
Before Start Date
- Complete enrollment by the 15th of the previous month
- Submit “Commit to Start” documents
- Confirm technology and course access
Weeks 1–8
- Complete readings, lessons, and activities
- Submit assignments, quizzes, and reflections
- Complete instructor/advisor progress checks
Month 3
- Final exam or final assessment
- Progress review and course completion
- Next course sequence planning
July–August Start Pathway
Recommended for students beginning mid-summer or preparing for fall continuation.
Before Start Date
- Complete enrollment by the 15th of the previous month
- Submit “Commit to Start” documents
- Complete orientation and course placement review
Weeks 1–8
- Complete course lessons, readings, and weekly assignments
- Submit quizzes, reflections, and discussions
- Complete progress checks and support reviews
Month 3
- Final exam or final course project
- Course completion review
- Next course start planning
August–September Start Pathway
Recommended for students beginning in late summer or early fall.
Before Start Date
- Complete enrollment by the 15th of the previous month
- Submit “Commit to Start” documents
- Complete student orientation
Weeks 1–8
- Complete weekly lessons and course assignments
- Submit discussions, quizzes, and reflections
- Complete progress reviews
Month 3
- Final exam or final course project
- Advisor review and completion planning
- Next monthly start cycle assignment
September–October Start Pathway
Recommended for students beginning in the fall months.
Before Start Date
- Complete enrollment by the 15th of the previous month
- Submit “Commit to Start” documents
- Confirm course placement and dashboard access
Weeks 1–8
- Complete lessons, readings, quizzes, and assignments
- Submit reflections and participation checkpoints
- Complete instructor/advisor progress reviews
Month 3
- Final exam or final assessment window
- Course completion review
- Next course planning
October–November Start Pathway
Recommended for students beginning late in the year and continuing into the next calendar year.
Before Start Date
- Complete enrollment by the 15th of the previous month
- Submit “Commit to Start” documents
- Confirm student dashboard and course access
Weeks 1–8
- Complete weekly coursework and assignments
- Finish quizzes, readings, and reflections
- Complete instructor/advisor progress checks
Month 3
- Final exam or final assessment window
- Course completion review
- New year or next-cycle academic planning
November–December Start Pathway
Recommended for students beginning at the end of the year.
Before Start Date
- Complete enrollment by the 15th of the previous month
- Submit “Commit to Start” documents
- Complete orientation and course access setup
Weeks 1–8
- Complete weekly lessons, readings, and assignments
- Submit quizzes, discussions, and reflections
- Complete progress checkpoints
Month 3
- Final exam or final project window
- Course completion review
- Next-year course sequence planning
How the Course Cycle Works
Each course is designed around a 6–8 week learning period followed by a final exam or final assessment window.
Before Start Month: Enrollment Clearance
Student completes application, enrollment documents, tuition arrangements,
orientation requirements, and “Commit to Start” documents by the 15th of the current month.
Day 1: Course Access Opens
Student begins coursework on the 1st of the assigned month through the student dashboard
and/or Google Classroom.
Weeks 1–4: Lessons, Assignments & Quizzes
Student completes weekly lessons, readings, discussions, reflections, assignments,
quizzes, and participation checkpoints.
Weeks 5–8: Course Completion Work
Student completes remaining lessons, major assignments, review activities,
course reflections, and instructor/advisor progress checks.
Month 3: Final Exam or Final Assessment
Student completes the final exam, final project, or final assessment window.
The student then receives completion review and next course planning.
Recommended Academic Pacing
Students progress through courses using a flexible monthly enrollment model. Each program pathway includes recommended pacing guidelines designed to help students remain on track.
Certificate Programs
Certificate students typically complete focused ministry training pathways within approximately 6–9 months depending on pacing and transfer credits.
- Typical Program Length: 18 Credit Hours
- Recommended Pace: 1 course every 6–8 weeks
- Final exam or final assessment completed during the final course window
- Estimated Completion: 6–9 Months
Associate Degree Programs
Associate degree students are encouraged to maintain steady progress to complete approximately 60 credit hours within 2 years.
- Typical Program Length: 60 Credit Hours
- Recommended Pace: 30 Credits Per Year
- Students should average about 15 credits every 6 months
- Estimated Completion: Approximately 24 Months
Bachelor’s Degree Programs
Bachelor students follow a long-term academic pathway designed for ministry leadership, theology, biblical studies, and advanced coursework.
- Typical Program Length: 120 Credit Hours
- Recommended Pace: 30 Credits Per Year
- Students should average about 15 credits every 6 months
- Estimated Completion: Approximately 4 Years
Sample Pacing Structure
The sample below shows how students can stay on track using 3-credit courses.
Sample 3-Credit Course Pacing
To stay on track, most students should complete each 3-credit course within approximately 6–8 weeks, followed by a final exam, final project, or final assessment window during the final month of the course cycle.
- Weeks 1–4: Weekly lessons, readings, assignments, reflections, and quizzes
- Weeks 5–8: Remaining coursework, major assignments, review activities, and progress checks
- Month 3: Final exam, final project, or final assessment window
- Associate Degree Goal: 60 credits in approximately 24 months
- Recommended Associate Pace: About 15 credits every 6 months
- Bachelor’s Degree Goal: 120 credits in approximately 48 months
- Recommended Bachelor Pace: About 30 credits per year
Students who need a lighter schedule may take fewer courses at a time, but completion may take longer. Students seeking faster completion should speak with an advisor before increasing their course load.
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