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Admissions Overview Activate your calling! At MC, you step into the ministry and mission that God has for your now and not just your future. Request Info Apply Now FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS One of the most affordable Christian degree programs in Texas Messenger College is uniquely positioned to equip leaders seeking an accredited degree in Christian Ministry or Counseling, being recognized by Christian Ministry EDU as one of the most cost-effective institutions in Dallas-Fort Worth. State Average: $102,226 MC Total Estimated Cost: $53,535 MC Cost Per Credit: $415 Total cost is $48,691 below the state average for similar programs! LIVE THE MISSION Activate your calling NOW! Whether you desire to pursue Christian ministry, a career in counseling, or simply to continue your lifelong learning, we’re actively developing leaders who change the world for Christ. First-Time Students Transfer Students Online Students International Students CFNI Students Request Information Preferred Communication I consent to receive SMS text messages. This may include informational messages from Messenger College, as well as marketing and donation requests. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Unsubscribe at any time by replying STOP or clicking the unsubscribe link where available. Reply HELP for assistance. View the Privacy Policy with the Terms and Conditions I do not consent to receive SMS text messaging. Submit Received! Thank you! Applying for Messenger College was the best decision I could have made as a young adult! It truly prepared me to feel confident to reach others for his Kingdom! " REBECCA FOSTER, MISSIONARY TO BRAZIL & MC ALUMNI WHY MC? We're Changing the World, One Leader at a Time As an institution of the Pentecostal Church of God, MC is committed to activating vibrant leaders to fulfill the mission God has for their lives. Many of our alumni serve in local churches, school districts, mission fields, etc. View Our Mission Explore Our Beliefs WONDERING ABOUT FINANCIAL AID? Contact a Counselor We have experienced counselors available to help you navigate the admissions, enrollment, and financial aid processes. Contact Us WONDERING ABOUT NEXT STEPS? Review the Admissions Process Regardless of where you're at in your journey, make sure you understand the steps for admissions and enrollment. We have a step-by-step guide available to help! Take Your Next Step

Counseling Degree Program YOU ARE CALLED Messenger College's academic programs affirm that God is calling you to impact the world around you! The Counseling degree specifically aims to equip students to offer emotional and spiritual support in a variety of ministry and community settings. B.A. in Counseling Format Online Total Credits 120 Completion Time 4-5 years Accreditation? Yes, TRACS Program Overview: We believe that students are not just called to make a difference in the future, but that they can make a difference NOW! The Counseling program focuses on preparing students for counseling in relational and pastoral settings by providing educational opportunities that foster compassion, wisdom, and discernment. Thus, students develop the skills needed to support emotional and spiritual well-being for a variety of settings. Furthermore, MC's Counseling Program develops an academic foundation for further graduate work required for careers in fields such as school counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or mental health care counseling. B.A. Counseling: Courses & Requirements Bachelor of Arts in Counseling (120 credit hours) In addition to the concrete and philosophical goals of the institution, the following program objectives are related specifically to the B.A. in Counseling. Upon completion of the program, students should be able to: 1. Effectively evaluate the major concepts of psychology and counseling and the relationship of each to the Christian faith. 2. Display progressive competency in the major concepts of counseling. 3. Demonstrate academic competence in preparation for advanced study by successful completion of a counseling capstone course. 4. Successfully apply and assess, and adapt if needed, the knowledge and techniques of counseling in a supervised field practicum. NOTICE CONCERNING COUNSELING DEGREE AND LICENSURE The Bachelor of Arts in Counseling is not intended to lead to licensure/certification. Additional educational requirements must be met prior to applying for licensure/certification. The Bachelor of Arts in Counseling is intended to provide a foundation for pastoral care within the local church and further study. Students are advised to contact their state licensure boards/agencies to obtain a list of requirements for licensure/certification prior to starting the degree if licensure/certification is desired. General Education Course Requirements (36 credit hours) MC Core Course Requirements (45 credit hours) Concentration Major Requirements (39 credit hours) Example Career Paths: Pastoral Counseling Student Services / School Counseling Human Resources Travel & Hospitality Communications Mental Health / Rehabilitation Social Work & Case Management Marriage & Family Counseling Apply Now View the Academic Catalog "I love teaching and hope that the students also love learning and use the knowledge they gain at Messenger College to grow in their service to the Lord." " MEREDITH IVY, COUNSELING PROGRAM CHAIR Request Information Preferred Communication I consent to receive SMS text messages. This may include informational messages from Messenger College, as well as marketing and donation requests. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Unsubscribe at any time by replying STOP or clicking the unsubscribe link where available. Reply HELP for assistance. View the Privacy Policy with the Terms and Conditions I do not consent to receive SMS text messaging. Submit Received! Thank you! Goals & Outcomes: 1) Evaluate major concepts of psychology and counseling and their relationship to faith. 2) Display progressive competency in the major concepts of counseling. 3) Demonstrate academic competence in preparation for advanced study. 4) Successfully apply and assess, and adapt if needed, the knowledge and techniques of counseling in a supervised field practicum.

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Response Review MC's COVID-19 Safe Return to Campus Plan Student Emergency Financial Aid Grants Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (HEERF) 30 Day Fund Report June 9, 2020 Messenger College signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certificate and Agreement for the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on April 24, 2020. This document is an assurance that MC has used, or intends to use, no less than 50% of the funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students. As of May 9, 2020, the total amount of funds MC has been awarded by the Department for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students is $20,880. The total amount of Emergency Financial Aid Grants distributed to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act as of June 8, 2020 is $0. The funds are currently unavailable due to a payment route flag that must be cleared before the funds can be drawn down and distributed. The estimated total number of students eligible to participate in programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act is 32. Students who are enrolled exclusively in an online program are not eligible and not included in this number. The total number of students who have received a Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Grant to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act is 0 as of June 8, 2020. MC’s method to determine which students receive Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Grants and how much they would receive under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act was based on eligibility and qualifying expenses requested in an application MC sent the following email to eligible students concerning the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund Grants On March 27, 2020, the CARES Act was signed into law. This Act provides grants to institutions such as Messenger College to assist its students who have experienced expenses related to the disruption of campus operations. Messenger College has been awarded a grant relative to the CARES Act and will be distributing funds to affected students once the funds are available, but you must complete and submit an application in order to receive any money. The funds are intended to cover expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to coronavirus (including eligible expenses under a student’s cost of attendance, such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care, and child care). Here is the link to the application: https://forms.gle/LW3zYQX4pKFwvxEe9 . The completed application must be received by the Director of Financial Aid no later than the end of the day on Monday, May 18*. Once funds are distributed to students, late applications (received after May 18) will be considered if there are any funds remaining. 45-Day Update July 16, 2020 As of this date, $20,880 has been received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students. All $20,880 of Emergency Financial Aid Grants has been distributed to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act as of this date. Emergency Financial Aid Grants were awarded to all 32 eligible students. All eligible students received a minimum of $325. Additional amounts were awarded based on amounts requested in the applications received. Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (HEERF II and III) June 30, 2021 30 Day Fund Report September 30, 2021 30 Day Fund Report- FINAL REPORT HEERF Funds Quarterly Reporting 3rd Quarter Reporting, 2020 October 30, 2020 Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting 3rd Quarter 2020 Report Revised July 8, 2021 4th Quarter Reporting, 2020 January 7, 2021 Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting 4th Quarter 2020 Report Revised July 8, 2021 1st Quarter Reporting, 2021 April 9, 2021 Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting 2nd Quarter Reporting, 2021 July 8, 2021 Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting 3rd Quarter Reporting, 2021 October 7, 2021 Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Reporting

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STUDENT SUPPORT MESSENGER COLLEGE LIBRARY This webpage serves as the entry point for both on campus and online learning students, providing information about Library Services resources, tools, virtual library, and database resources available to all faculty, staff and students at Messenger College. Students can use the menu options on the page to explore the virtual library, and access training tutorials on how to access the virtual library and its online database resources. The MC VIRTUAL LIBRARY is located at https://messenger.harringtonlc.org/ This site is a direct link to the Messenger College Library Catalog, databases and ebooks. Messenger College is a member of the Harrington Library Consortium. You may also search the libraries of other HLC members. See below for user tutorials. Library Orientation User Tutorials and Resources coming soon: Resource Handout Orientation Guide Contact Us Wade Kinnin, Director of Library Services PO Box 1207 Euless, Texas 76039 Phone 817.554.5950 Email wkinnin@messengercollege.edu Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Messenger College is an accredited Christian college offering flexible, fully online degree programs designed to develop world-changers for a changing world. Live differently on purpose. Love God with your mind. Become a world-changer for a changing world. Learning Pathways > Apply Now > INSTITUTIONAL RECOGNITION One of the most affordable Christian degree programs in Texas Messenger College is uniquely positioned to equip leaders seeking an accredited degree in Christian Ministry or Counseling, being recognized by Christian Ministry EDU as one of the most cost-effective institutions in Dallas-Fort Worth. State Average: $102,226 MC Total Estimated Cost: $53,535 MC Cost Per Credit: $415 Total cost is $48,691 below the state average for similar programs! “Academically Excellent” Over the last 5 years, at least half of MC graduates have gone on to pursue a graduate degree. Our accredited online degrees aren’t outrageously rigorous, but we pride ourselves on preparing students for whatever might come next. “More Than a Classroom” Even in an online setting, students at Messenger receive training for ministry and are challenged to activate a life on mission by engaging in practicums, internships, and ministry trips. MC is more than a classroom; it’s a ministry! “A Place to Find Belonging” MC boasts a 1:3 faculty-to-student ratio. At Messenger College, you can find mentorship, encouragement, and authentic Christian community to help build your character and strengthen your faith in a variety of settings. Even though I attended a larger Bible college, I am confident that the educational quality at MC is equal to, if not better, than anything I received at the undergraduate level. " SPENCER MING, MATS MC ADJUNCT FACULTY LIVE THE MISSION Activate Your Calling NOW! Whether you desire to pursue Christian ministry, a career in counseling, or simply to continue your lifelong learning, we are actively developing leaders who change the world for Christ. Online Programs Learn More About MC Learning Pathways Find Your Custom-Fit Learning Pathway: Accredited Degree Programs: High School Dual Credit AA Christian Ministry BA Christian Ministry BA Counseling Accredited Certification Programs: Pastoral Ministry Intercultural Ministry TEFL Certification Portfolio Development Life-Long Learning Opportunities: Webinars & Cohorts (TBD) Non-Credit Courses (TBD) Learning opportunities for any age and stage Whether you’re a recent high school graduate, a working adult, or someone answering a mid-life call to ministry, our fully online programs are designed with flexibility in mind. Grow academically, spiritually, and professionally—on your schedule, from anywhere in the world. Fully accredited online degrees Earn a respected degree from anywhere in the world, on your schedule. Save up to 50% off other comparable schools Affordable pricing with available financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Christ-centered, biblically-sound curriculum Every course is infused with Pentecostal doctrine to strengthen your academic and spiritual foundation. Life-long learning and certificate options Still want to learn, but not interested in a degree? MC has several non-credit and certificate options too. Hands-on ministry training Opportunities include: missions and ministry trips, outreach, internships, practicums. Apply credit to your real-world experiences Get a head start on your academic journey through dual-credit or the Portfolio Development Course. LOVE GOD WITH YOUR MIND Develop a Christian Worldview Statistics report that 70-80% of Christian high schoolers abandon their faith when they go to college. Not at MC. In fact, with roughly half of our Christian Ministry department specifically trained in Philosophy & Apologetics , we create a safe space for students to wrestle with their questions and doubts. Upon degree completion, students emerge with the foundations necessary to sustain them through anything they might face as they go out to change the world. Apply Today CONCERNED ABOUT COST? Explore Tuition Rates & Financial Aid As one of the most affordable colleges in Texas, MC offers competitive rates and several scholarship or aid opportunities. Calculate Costs WONDERING ABOUT NEXT STEPS? Review the Admissions Process Regardless of where you're at in your journey, make sure you understand the steps for admissions and enrollment. We have a step-by-step guide available to help! Take Your Next Step