West Indies School of TheologyServing the World

APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION

WEST INDIES SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY Serving the World

INSTRUCTIONSAPPLICATION FOR ADMISSION

(Please read these instructions carefully before completing the attached forms)

The West Indies School of Theology (WIST) is an independent Christian institution under the Pentecostal Assemblies of the West Indies (PAWI). Our mission is to provide higher education to equip Christians to be godly servant-leaders. WIST is dedicated to high ethical and moral values in keeping with good Christian principles. Students applying to WIST should understand that enrolment is granted to those who desire to actively support the aims and values of the institution.

The Academic Catalogue and Student Handbook outline the policies, procedures and regulations by which student activity is governed. A student who chooses WIST is expected to comply with all regulations and to live in a manner that is acceptable in God’s sight. it is imperative for prospective applicants to study and sign the Honour Code before registering as a student. The Honour Code is the central criterion of conduct for all who are a part of the WIST community. It is a concept of personal honour based on the principles of integrity, common sense, reverence for God, esteem for man, and respect for social and spiritual laws.

PROCEDURE 1. The Honour Code should be reviewed and two (2) copies

signed. 2. The Application Form must be completed in BLOCK letters and

returned to the Registrar’s Office, 4th Bridge, Maracas Valley, St. Joseph, Trinidad W.I. with a non-refundable fee of $30USD along with the other documents specified below:

a. One (1) passport sized photograph b. Two (2) copies of your birth certificate c. Two (2) copies of any form of national ID (ID Card,

Passport or Driver’s Permit)d. Medical Forme. Physician’s Examination Formf. Copies of high school diplomas, GCE/CXC certificates

or equivalent.3. Official academic transcripts from other tertiary institutions

should be mailed directly to WIST prior to enrolment.

4. Recommendations from each of the following must be maileddirectly to the Registrar’s office by the individualrecommending the applicant:

a. Pastorb. A church leaderc. A local businessman/employer or teacher

Recommenders should know the applicant for at least five (5) years

5. Deadline for Admission: Completed applications should bereturned to the Registrar’s Office by July 15th if you wish to enter for the September semester, and by November 15th if you wish to enter for the January semester.

6. Entry Requirements: The minimum entry requirement for theDiploma Program is three (3) CXCs or its equivalent and for theBachelor Program is five (5) CXCs or its equivalent.

7. The Bridge Program caters for students who do not possess thebasic entrance requirements. These applicants will have to be interviewed by the Academic Committee to determine eligibility for enrollment.

8. A hand-written two-page personal testimony of :

i. your salvation experience,ii your present relationship with God and iii. your present involvement in Christian service should be

submitted with the application form. 9. Complete the agreement at the back of the application

package between yourself and WIST.

10. All applicants must complete an Entrance Assessment.

11. If you are a foreign student, please do not leave our country toattend WIST unless you receive your letter of acceptance.

GUIDING STATEMENTS

Vision Statement

A leader in biblically-based ministerial training for the Caribbean and beyond.

Mission Statement

Providing higher education to equip Christians to be godly servant-leaders for the fulfilling of the Great

Commission.

West Indies School of Theology Serving the World

HONOUR CODE

I PLEDGE to apply myself wholeheartedly to my intellectual pursuits and to use the full power of my mind for the glory of God.

I PLEDGE to grow in my spirit by developing my own relationship with God.

I PLEDGE to develop my body with sound health habits and exercise.

I PLEDGE to cultivate good relationships socially with others and to seek to love others as I love myself. I will not lie; I will not steal; I will not use obscene language, nor will I be disrespectful, whether on or off campus,

I PLEDGE to keep my total being under subjection from all immoral and illegal acts and habits, whether on or off campus. I will not engage in other behaviour that is contrary to the rules and regulations listed in the Student Handbook.

I PLEDGE to maintain an attitude of “openness” to God’s claims on my life, and to do my utmost to know and follow His will for my life.

I PLEDGE to attend class, all required chapel services on campus, and to attend the house of worship of my choice wherever God is honoured and lifted up.

I PLEDGE to abide by the rules and regulations that may from time to time be adopted by the WIST Administration. I will keep the Honour Code carefully and prayerfully.

Signed: __________________________________________ Date: _________________

The Honour Code is the central criterion of conduct for all who are a part of the WIST community. It is a concept of personal conduct based on the principles of integrity, common sense, reverence for God, esteem for man, and respect for social and

spiritual laws.

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STUDENT APPLICATION FORM Application Package

SECTION A – PERSONAL DATA Email Address: ___________________________________________ (Compulsory)

Name:

Last Name First Name Middle Name(s)

Date of Birth: (dd/mm/yy) Sex: M F Citizenship:

Marital Status: Single Married Divorced Separated Widowed

Home Address:

Mailing Address:

Home Phone: ( ) - Cell Phone ( ) -

Work Phone: ( ) - Ext: Fax Number ( ) -

Occupation: Place of Work:

Denomination: Pastor’s Name:

Church Name: District:

Are you saved? Yes No If yes, how long? _________________________

Have you received the infilling of the Holy Spirit? Yes No If yes, how long now? ______________________

Were you enrolled at WIST before? Yes Student ID# _________________ Period Attended: ________________ Degree Received _________________ No

Are you a WIST Staff or Faculty Member? Yes NoIf yes, state: a. Campus/ Site: ___________________________________

b. Position: ___________________________________

Are you a dependent of a WIST Staff/ Faculty Member? Yes NoIf yes, state:

a. Name of Staff Member: __________________________________ b. Relationship to applicant: ___________________________________ c. Campus/Site: ___________________________________ d. Position: ___________________________________

SECTION B – DESIRED PROGRAMME

Campus: Maracas South Tobago Barbados St. Vincent

Status: Full time Part time Special

Programme: Advanced Certificate Diploma Bachelor Masters (Biblical Studies only)

Emphasis: Bible & Theology Christian Education Missions Pastoral Studies

Psychology. & Counselling Youth Development

Proposed date of entrance:

January – April ________

yyyy

May – July________

yyyy

September – December________

yyyy

Attach passport-sized

photograph here

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STUDENT APPLICATION FORM Application Package

SECTION C –EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE SUMMARY SHEET List all subjects passed at CXC (CSEC) General Proficiency, CXC (CAPE) and GCSE Ordinary and Advanced Levels

Examining Body (e.g. CXC, Cambridge)

Level Subject Grade Date Awarded

(mm/yyyy) CXC (CSEC) General Proficiency and GCSE Ordinary Level subjects passed

CXC (CAPE) Unit 1 & Unit 2 and GCSE Advanced Subsidiary & Advanced Level subjects passed

List educational institutions attended and any other programmes or courses you have completed, from Primary school to present including HSD/HST = High School Diploma /High School Transcript or equivalent.

Institution Name & Address From (mm/yyyy)

To (mm/yyyy)

Type of Programme (e.g. Cert/Dip)

Subject Grade/Class of Award

___/________ ___/________

___/________ ___/________

___/________ ___/________

___/________ ___/________

___/________ ___/________

PLEASE READ AND SIGN I am requesting admission to WIST, I voluntarily agree, if admitted as a student, to uphold the ideals, standards, and regulations set

forth by the institution enshrined in the statement of faith by the Pentecostal Assemblies of the West Indies.

Signature: _____________________________________ Date: _________________________ APRIL 2015 F27 REV. 2 2|2

MEDICAL FORM - STUDENT Application Package

TO BE FILLED OUT BY STUDENT. PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT IN INK.

Name:

Last Name First Name Middle Name(s)

Date of Birth: (dd/mm/yy) Sex: M F Religion:

Marital Status: Single Married Divorced Separated Widowed

Home Address:

Emergency Contact: ______________________________________________ Relationship: _____________________ Address: _________________________________________________________________________________________ Phone Nos.: _____________________________________________________________________________________ PERSONAL HISTORY: Check which of the following you have had, and give date(s) if applicable:

Allergy Anemia Anxiety Asthma Back Trouble Chicken Pox Epilepsy/Convulsion Fainting Spells Hay Fever Hernia/Rupture High Blood Pressure Jaundice Meningitis Rheumatic Fever Sinusitis Tonsillitis Tuberculosis Typhoid Ulcer (Stomach/Duodenal)

Do you take medicine regularly? _________________________________________________

Have you had any allergic reactions to serum or drugs? _______________________________________________________________________________________________

Any physical handicaps? ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Any accidents or fractures?__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Any Surgery? Major ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Minor _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Have you had or do you currently have any of the following?

Cancer Malaria Diabetes Nervous Disease Heart Disease Tuberculosis

Has any member of your family had or currently has any of the following?

Cancer Malaria Diabetes Nervous Disease Heart Disease Tuberculosis

I, the undersigned, do hereby authorize any officer or member of the faculty of the West Indies School of Theology, my agent(s) in the case of sudden illness and/or stroke or injury to consent to any X-Ray examination, anesthetic, medical or surgical diagnosis or treatment or hospital service which is deemed necessary and is to be rendered under the general or special supervision of a licensed physician, whether such diagnosis is rendered at the office of said physician, the School or hospital.

Student’s Signature: ______________________________________________________________________________ Date: _________________________

Witness: ________________________________________________________________________________________ Date: _________________________

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PHYSICAL EXAMINATION FORM Application Package

(TO BE FILLED OUT BY PHYSICIAN)

Height ____________________________________ Skin _____________________________________________

Heart _____________________________________ Weight ___________________________________________

Temperature _______________________________ Lungs ____________________________________________

Pulse _____________________________________ Blood Pressure _____________________________________

Respiration ________________________________ Abdomen _________________________________________

Urinalysis _________________________________

1. Do you consider this student physically and emotionally capable of doing college work? Yes No

2. Is a normal class load advised? Yes No If no, give reason/s __________________________________

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3. Is any medical care to be continued while the student is attending school? Yes No

4. Is there any reason why this person should not undertake normal manual labour? Yes No

5. Remarks (any special health problems or precautions): _______________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________

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Name of Physician: ______________________________________________________

Signature of Physician: _____________________________ Date of examination: _____________________

Address of Physician:

______________________________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Physician’s

Stamp

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RECOMMENDATION FOR ADMISSION TO THE WEST INDIES SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY

NAME OF APPLICANT: …………………………….……… ……………………………..…………... ……………….…………………………. Last Name First Name Middle Name HOME ADDRESS: …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. YOUR POSITION: Pastor Church leader (other than Pastor) Employer/ Local businessman or teacher

(Select one) INSTRUCTIONS: The student whose name appears on this form is applying for admission to the West Indies School of Theology (WIST). Your evaluation of the applicant’s fitness for acceptance by this institution is greatly appreciated. All information given will be treated with strict confidence. The completed form should be returned directly to: Registrar’s Office, West Indies School of Theology, 4th Bridge, Maracas Valley, St. Joseph, Trinidad, W.I., Fax: 1 (868) 663 -1501, E-mail: wistacademic2009@gmail.com

PLEASE USE A CHECK MARK ( ) TO INDICATE YOUR OPINION OF THE APPLICANT.

CHARACTERISTIC Outstanding Above Average Average Below

Average No Opportunity to

Observe

SPIRITUAL 1. Evidence of Christian Conversion 2. Involvement in Religious Activities 3. Religious Influence 4. Moral Stability 5. Spiritual Commitment

PHYSICAL 1. Emotional Stability 2. General Health Condition

MENTAL 1. Ability to do college work 2. Academic Motivation 3. All round promise as a student 4. Industriousness

SOCIAL-CULTURAL 1. Ability to get along with others 2. Courtesy 3. Genuineness 4. Honesty 5. Leadership ability 6. Dependability 7. Deportment 8. Personal Appearance 9. Punctuality 10. Positive Influence

How long have you known the applicant? ………………………………………………………………..………………………………………. Does the applicant, to your knowledge, use: Tobacco? ………….……….. Alcohol? …..…………………… Illegal Drugs? ...………………. Please give any additional information which may be helpful in assessing the individual …………………………..………………………….. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………... Specific Recommendation: Recommended Not Recommended for this institution Recommendation with reservation Name: ……………………………………………………. Title or Profession: ……………………………………………………………………

Address: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...

Signature:………………………………………………………………… Date: …………….………………………………………………

JANUARY 2015 NOTE: THIS FORM WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED IN A SEALED ENVELOPE F31 REV. 1 1|1

RECOMMENDATION FOR ADMISSION TO THE WEST INDIES SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY

NAME OF APPLICANT: …………………………….……… ……………………………..…………... ……………….…………………………. Last Name First Name Middle Name

HOME ADDRESS: ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

YOUR POSITION: Pastor Church leader (other than Pastor) Employer/ Local businessman or teacher(Select one)

INSTRUCTIONS: The student whose name appears on this form is applying for admission to the West Indies School of Theology (WIST). Your evaluation of the applicant’s fitness for acceptance by this institution is greatly appreciated. All information given will be treated with strict confidence. The completed form should be returned directly to: Registrar’s Office, West Indies School of Theology, 4th Bridge, Maracas Valley, St. Joseph, Trinidad, W.I., Fax: 1 (868) 663 -1501, E-mail: wistacademic2009@gmail.com

PLEASE USE A CHECK MARK ( ) TO INDICATE YOUR OPINION OF THE APPLICANT.

CHARACTERISTIC Outstanding Above Average Average Below

Average No Opportunity to

Observe

SPIRITUAL 1. Evidence of Christian Conversion2. Involvement in Religious Activities3. Religious Influence4. Moral Stability5. Spiritual Commitment

PHYSICAL 1. Emotional Stability2. General Health Condition

MENTAL 1. Ability to do college work2. Academic Motivation3. All round promise as a student4. Industriousness

SOCIAL-CULTURAL 1. Ability to get along with others2. Courtesy3. Genuineness4. Honesty5. Leadership ability6. Dependability7. Deportment8. Personal Appearance9. Punctuality10. Positive Influence

How long have you known the applicant? ………………………………………………………………..………………………………………. Does the applicant, to your knowledge, use: Tobacco? ………….……….. Alcohol? …..…………………… Illegal Drugs? ...………………. Please give any additional information which may be helpful in assessing the individual …………………………..………………………….. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………... Specific Recommendation: Recommended Not Recommended for this institution Recommendation with reservation Name: ……………………………………………………. Title or Profession: ……………………………………………………………………

Address: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...

Signature:………………………………………………………………… Date: …………….………………………………………………

JANUARY 2015 NOTE: THIS FORM WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED IN A SEALED ENVELOPE F31 REV. 1 1|1

RECOMMENDATION FOR ADMISSION TO THE WEST INDIES SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY

NAME OF APPLICANT: …………………………….……… ……………………………..…………... ……………….…………………………. Last Name First Name Middle Name

HOME ADDRESS: ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

YOUR POSITION: Pastor Church leader (other than Pastor) Employer/ Local businessman or teacher(Select one)

INSTRUCTIONS: The student whose name appears on this form is applying for admission to the West Indies School of Theology (WIST). Your evaluation of the applicant’s fitness for acceptance by this institution is greatly appreciated. All information given will be treated with strict confidence. The completed form should be returned directly to: Registrar’s Office, West Indies School of Theology, 4th Bridge, Maracas Valley, St. Joseph, Trinidad, W.I., Fax: 1 (868) 663 -1501, E-mail: wistacademic2009@gmail.com

PLEASE USE A CHECK MARK ( ) TO INDICATE YOUR OPINION OF THE APPLICANT.

CHARACTERISTIC Outstanding Above Average Average Below

Average No Opportunity to

Observe

SPIRITUAL 1. Evidence of Christian Conversion2. Involvement in Religious Activities3. Religious Influence4. Moral Stability5. Spiritual Commitment

PHYSICAL 1. Emotional Stability2. General Health Condition

MENTAL 1. Ability to do college work2. Academic Motivation3. All round promise as a student4. Industriousness

SOCIAL-CULTURAL 1. Ability to get along with others2. Courtesy3. Genuineness4. Honesty5. Leadership ability6. Dependability7. Deportment8. Personal Appearance9. Punctuality10. Positive Influence

How long have you known the applicant? ………………………………………………………………..………………………………………. Does the applicant, to your knowledge, use: Tobacco? ………….……….. Alcohol? …..…………………… Illegal Drugs? ...………………. Please give any additional information which may be helpful in assessing the individual …………………………..………………………….. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………... Specific Recommendation: Recommended Not Recommended for this institution Recommendation with reservation Name: ……………………………………………………. Title or Profession: ……………………………………………………………………

Address: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...

Signature:………………………………………………………………… Date: …………….………………………………………………

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AGREEMENT BETWEEN STUDENT AND THE WEST INDIES SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY (WIST) Application Package

This agreement is entered between _________________________________ (hereinafter called the student) and WIST.

Whereas the student is desirous of pursuing studies here at WIST, and WIST has a unique philosophy of education, especially with regard to a code of behaviour, WIST requires and expects the student to acknowledge the right of WIST, Administration to order all aspects of campus life in keeping with the Bible-based, conservative, Christian lifestyle principles practiced by the Pentecostal church and to comply fully with all the rules and regulations of WIST.

1. The student will abide by the rules and regulations of WIST as outlined in the Student Handbook, published elsewhere byWIST, Administration or announced at a chapel exercise or at any other convocation at which he/she is required to be present.

2. The student will relate to all members of faculty and staff with due respect at all times.3. The student will attend the weekly chapel sessions and special exercises such as Week of Prayer and Lecture Series

conducted during the regular class time, unless and until granted exemption for unusual circumstances by the Director of Student Affairs.

4. The student will not engage in dishonest practices such as cheating, stealing, plagiarism and forgery.5. The student will not engage in any form of gambling on campus.6. The student will not carry on his/her person or use any illegal weapon or illicit drugs.7. The student will not smoke or use any form of alcoholic beverage on campus, or appear/be on campus under the

influence of alcohol. 8. The student will refrain from using profane language on campus under any circumstances.9. The student will refrain from playing on campus those forms of secular music associated with activities such as rock

concerts and carnivals. 10. The student (if resident in one of the dormitories) will attend the worship services at any full gospel church of his/her

choice in consultation with the Director of Student Affairs 11. The student will abide by the institution’s dress code of modesty and propriety on campus and at any off-campus activity

conducted under the auspices of WIST. 12. The student acknowledges that admissions to WIST is on a yearly basis and that readmission for each new school year

I based on satisfactorily compliance with all academic and citizen requirements as outlined in the rules and regulations of WIST.

I hereby affix my signature indicating that I have read and understood the Agreement, that I am willing to abide by the stipulations contained therein, and that I understand that WIST has the right to take any disciplinary action, including expulsion, against those who violate its rules and regulations. Violation of this agreement may also hinder my ability to graduate

____________________________________________ ___________________________________ Student’s Signature Date

____________________________________________ ___________________________________ Witness Registrar

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CONGRATULATIONS! You have completed the application process for The West Indies School of Theology

Take a few minutes to check and make sure that the following items have been included as requested:

□ Copies of your CXC/GCE Certificates/Transcripts□ Original Certificates□ One (1) passport sized photo□ Application Fee ($30USD/$180TTD)□ Application Form□

Pastor’s Recommendation

□ Work Supervisor/ Local Business man/ Teacher’s Recommendation□ Church Elder/ Leader’s Recommendation□

Educational History

□ Student’s Medical Form□ Physical Examination Forms□ Hand Written Essay□ Copies of I.D.□ Signed Student’s Agreement

Please submit completed booklet to:

Trinidad Registrar’s Office West Indies School of Theology 4th Bridge, Maracas Valley St. Joseph, Trinidad and Tobago E-mail: wistacademic2009@gmail.com

Tobago The Administrator West Indies School of Theology #48 Rocklyvale Road, Scarborough, Tobago

Barbados Mailing Address: P.O. Box 636C

The Administrator Peoples Cathedral, St. Michael’s Barbados Bridgetown, Barbados

St. Vincent The Principal WIST St. Vincent P.O. Box 2211 Kingstown, St. Vincent.

Thank you for considering the West Indies School of Theology!