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Tabor college

Decidedly ChristianAcademically Excellent

Welcome from the PresidentGreetings and welcome to Tabor College!

Tabor is a place where students grow into tomorrow’s leaders. A Tabor education is decidedly Christian, life-transforming, globally relevant and academically excellent. It will take you places, open doors to serve and help you make this world a better place.

In the next few pages, you will see how our students get involved in the academic rigor of the classroom, participate in championship athletics, create compelling arts and engage in activities that shape their character.

Enjoy learning more about Tabor and I look forward to seeing you on campus to personally show you what it means to be a Bluejay!

Blessings,

Jules GlanzerPresident, Tabor College@presglanzer

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AcAdemic ProgrAmsArtGraphic DesignStudio Art

Behavioral sciencesPsychologyBehavioral SciencesSocial WorkCriminology and Restorative

Justice

christian ministry/Biblical studies

Biblical and Religious StudiesChristian Ministry

concentrationsYouth MinistryMissionChristian LeadershipPre-ProfessionalsPre-Seminary

BusinessBusiness Administration

concentrationsAccounting/FinanceAgri-Business ManagementManagementMarketingSport Marketing/Management

communicationsCommunications

educationEducational StudiesElementary EducationSecondary Education

teacher licensure AreasBiologyBusinessEducationChemistryEnglish Language ArtsHealthHistory and GovernmentMathematicsPhysical Education (K-12)

englishEnglish

historyHistoryHistory & GovernmentInternational Studies

health/Physical educationAthletic TrainingHealth and Physical Education

concentrationsSport ManagementSport StudiesStrength and ConditioningProfessional Tennis Management

mathMathematics

music/Performing ArtsMusicTheater

concentrationsEducationSacred MusicemphasesCompositionPiano Pedagogy Studio

natural sciencesBiologyBiochemistryChemistry

concentrationsEnvironmental BiologyPre-ProfessionalsPre-DentistryPre-MedicinePre-NursingPre-OptometryPre-Physical TherapyPre-Veterinary Medicine

other majorsLiberal Arts (A.A.)Pre-Law Pre-Professional

programForeign Service Pre-Professional

program

see our complete and up-to-date academic catalog, including minors, online at tabor.edu.* Tabor College reserves the right to make changes as required in courses/majors offered.

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life As A BluejAy

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Tabor College offers you so many ways to BE INVOLVED as a student—through our Christ-centered academics, music, theater, athletics, ministry and missions. With over 30 student clubs and organizations, we are certain you will find a way to fill your time with meaningful events, LIfE-chaNgINg ExpErIENcEs and, most importantly, memories. Perhaps you will find yourself leading worship during student-led activities or auditioning for the spring play. Ever covered your body in blue paint? We do it all the time! Cheering on our fellow classmates during sporting events is one of our favorite things to do. Here are some other activities you can do as a Bluejay:

cAmPus ministry council (cmc) – directs and coordinates student ministries

Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)

Challenging, Helping and Understanding Kids through Mentorship (CHUMS)

Wichita Urban Ministry Plunge (WUMP)

Zero Men’s MinistryEve to EveWomen’s MentoringShare, Prayer and Dare (SP&D)

student Activities BoArd (sAB) – plans and coordinates social events for the year

Open Mic NightMr. Tabor PageantTabor StockClass BanquetsTalent Show

other grouPs include:Student SenateBusiness ClubMath ClubScience ClubSocial Work ClubMulticultural Student Union

(MSU)Yearbook – The BluejayCampus Newspaper – The View

Where We live

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Community is more than just a word at Tabor College—it’s a way of life. It happens in the dorms daily through late-night talks, movie marathons, plenty of laughter and NEW frIENDshIps. Whether you are a freshman or senior, housing options are geared toward building community, making lasting memories and creating a place where you BELONg.

Rooms are selected on a first-come, first-serve basis. Once being admitted, a deposit and housing form are needed to set you up in your home away from home. Housing options include: men’s and women’s quads, upper-class townhouses and themed houses.

fun fActs And tiPs: • Unlike most colleges, freshmen can bring a car with them and parking

is frEE for all students.

• Save your quarters, because you can do your laundry frEE of charge. Just don’t forget to bring your detergent.

• WiFi is frEE and accessible everywhere on campus.

• frEE cable is provided in all housing units.

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Where We eAtBuilding community, working on homework and participating in activities can really make you hungry. For this reason, Tabor College offers a variety of dining options and an UNLIMITED meal plan. With a cafeteria that is open all day you are sure to find one, two or three delicious entrees to enjoy. You will find vegetarian options, rotisserie chicken and an ice cream bar on a daily basis. Don’t have time to sit and eat? Our snack bar features delicious food to enjoy when you are on the go. Our coffee shop, JavaJays, is ready to give you that extra boost of energy during the evening. Other worthy mentions: late-night snack events, free pizza delivery to your dorm during finals week and student appreciation meals. 

If you can’t wait until you’re a student to enjoy our food, set up a visit and come try it today! It’s delicious!

fun fActs And tiPs: • Feel like baking? Cafeteria personnel provide certain

baking ingredients when requested.

• Request a meal to go anytime.

• Learn how to cook in the cafeteria in our self-cook station.

• Did you know we roast 400 chickens a week?

AWArd Winning serviceOur award-winning director of food service and her staff are eager to serve your needs. They make the cafeteria part of Tabor’s community.

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Athletics

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AthleticsBE pUshED by coaches who will take an active role in your spiritual growth and athletic development. At Tabor you can find out how one of the best and finest Christian liberal arts schools in the Midwest is also competing for championships. Our athletes at Tabor College play for something bigger. cOME JOIN one of our 17 athletic teams today!

Kcac commissioner’s cup champions ’12-’13football - KCAC Champions ’04, ’05; NAIA national playoffs ’03-’05, ’13;

advanced to the quarterfinals ’05 & ’13Volleyball - Eight KCAC ChampionshipsMen’s Basketball - KCAC Champions ’03-’04, ’04-’05, ’14-’15;

KCAC Tournament Champions ’00-’01, ’01-’02, ’13-’14; NAIA National Basketball Tournament ’00-’01, ’01-’02, ’02-’03, ’04-’05, ’13-’14, ’14-’15

Women’s Basketball - KCAC Champions ’04-’05, ’05-’06, ’14-’15; KCAC Tournament Champions ’13-’14; NAIA National Basketball Tournament ’04-’05, ’05-’06, ’06-’07, ’13-’14, ’14-’15, Elite Eight Qualifier ’15

Baseball - KCAC Champions ’12, ’13, ’14, ’15; KCAC Tournament Champions ’14, ’15; NAIA Opening Round Champions ’14, ’15; NAIA World Series Qualifiers ’14, ’15

Women’s soccer - KCAC Regular Season Champions ’00, ’02; KCAC Tournament Champions ’02; NAIA national playoffs ’02

Men’s soccer - KCAC Regular Season Champions ’00, ’02; KCAC Tournament Champions ’02; NAIA national playoffs ’02

NaIa all-americans since 2000

Baseball - 7Football - 8Men’s Basketball - 5Men’s Track & Field - 7Men’s Soccer - 2Volleyball - 1Women’s Basketball - 7Women’s Soccer - 2Women’s Track & Field - 4

fall M /W - Cross Country Football M /W - Soccer Volleyball

Winter M /W - Basketball Cheerleading M/W - Swimming

spring Baseball Softball M/W - Tennis M/W - Track & Field

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You are invited to BE crEaTIVE and join our students at Tabor who see their skills in the arts as an extension of God’s creativity in their lives.

Whether you see yourself as a soloist, singing in a choir, playing in a band or orchestra, on stage or backstage, students can participate in a variety of activities in music and theater.

Many of our students are prEparINg for a career in the arts—as a performer, teacher or in the role of ministry. Many more are preparing for careers in other fields. The performing and visual arts are opportunities for those who enjoy and seek ENrIchMENT in these areas. Through music, theater and visual arts, students are encouraged to explore the intersection of art and life.

Be A PArt of: • Concert Choir • Concerto Bella Voce

(Women’s Choir) • Vocal Jazz • Symphonic Band • Pep Band • Jazz Band • Orchestra

• Solo performances in voice, piano, winds and strings

• Contemporary Worship bands

• Musical Theater • Theater (fall and spring

productions)

• Improv Comedy Club • Technical Theater • Directing and Acting

courses • Studio and Design

courses

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Performing & visuAl Arts

Tabor College has broken ground for its comprehensive cENTEr fOr ThE arTs. It will feature a performance auditorium, a studio theater, recital hall, classrooms, visual art studios and gallery space. The entire student body will use the facility on a regular basis for chapel, worship and as a place to gather.

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PresidentiAl leAdershiP ProgrAm

Our Presidential Leadership Program is for students who have the passion and desire to BE DIffErENcE MaKErs in the world. Our current four-year two-track program allows scholars and fellows to experience the world as their classroom. Current scholars and fellows come from different backgrounds, study in a variety of academic fields and participate in a number of extracurricular activities. Scholarships are awarded to those who demonstrate exceptional leadership potential.

• Currently there are 16 scholars and 41 fellows who participate in the program.

• Scholars are mentored by our college president and fellows are mentored by the director of the fellows program, plus six of our faculty and staff.

• Participants meet national leaders, authors and pastors. They also tour museums, corporate offices and national libraries.

• Students plan and organize service projects throughout the year, all of which make a positive impact on our surrounding communities.

• In 2014, a group of our scholars won the Leadership Challenge Event held at Washburn University in Topeka, Kan.

• Over $450,000 has been awarded in scholarships throughout the history of this program.

• Thirty-five of our PLP participants are currently involved in the performing arts, 15 compete in athletics and some participate in both activities.

If you are passionate about developing your LEaDErshIp sKILLs, experiencing new opportunities and making a difference, consider applying for the Presidential Leadership Program.

Contact your admissions counselor for a full list of requirements and deadlines.

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Be here

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individuAl visit Imagine what your day at Tabor College will look like. You have the opportunity to meet with professors and/or coaches, audition for performing arts scholarships and enjoy a campus tour.

saMpLE INDIVIDUaL VIsIT schEDULE 10 a.m. Meet with your admissions counselor to learn all about student life 10:30 a.m. Tour the campus with a student ambassador 11:30 a.m. Meet with an education professor to discuss your major and career opportunities 12 p.m. Eat lunch in the Cafeteria 1 p.m. Meet with swimming coach 1:30 p.m. Audition for a theater scholarship

cAmPus visit dAysOur Campus Visit Days are a great opportunity to see what our programs have to offer, meet faculty and get a feel for the Tabor experience. In those two days, you will be able to sit in on a class, audition for performing arts scholarships, stay in a dorm room overnight with a student host and talk with any of our coaches.

Additional sessions for parents —regarding student life, ministry/service opportunities and financial aid—will also be available.

saMpLE caMpUs VIsIT Days schEDULE

sUNDay5 p.m. Check in, go over your schedule

and meet your student host 6 p.m. Group welcome 6:30 p.m. Pizza with a prof 7:30 p.m. Open mic night, featuring student

talent 9 p.m. Bonfire - s’mores and more 11 p.m. Dorm life

MONDay8:30 a.m. Breakfast 9 a.m. Attend biology class 10 a.m. Meet with an admissions

counselor 10:30 a.m. Meet with a coach 11 a.m. Praise & worship 11:30 a.m. Lunch 12 p.m. Attend choir rehearsal 1 p.m. Campus tour

2 p.m. Audition for a choir scholarship

We caN’T WaIT to meet you. Set up your visit today at tabor.edu.

Performing Arts Encounter Days are available for those interested in music and theater.

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finAnciAl Aid And scholArshiPsStudents receive financial assistance through scholarships, grants and loans making your education affOrDaBLE.

2015-2016 on cAmPus stAndArd costs:yearly Total: $35,520 (tuition, room/board, fees)*Semester charges will be half this amount* Housing costs may vary**Certain classes may have additional fees

freshmAn Premier scholArshiP freshmAn deAn’s scholArshiP Freshman: ACT x GPA product of 115 or higher Freshman: ACT x GPA product of 85 to 114 Renewable with 3.25 cumulative TC GPA Renewable with 3.0 cumulative TC GPA $48,000 ($12,000/year) $42,000 ($10,500/year)

freshmAn honors scholArshiP freshmAn Promise grAnt Freshman: ACT x GPA product of 60 to 84 Freshman: ACT x GPA product of 45 to 59 Renewable with 2.75 cumulative TC GPA Renewable while in good academic standing $28,000 ($7,000/year) $16,000 ($4,000/year)

AcAdemic trAnsfer scholArshiPMust have 20 credit hours transferable credit Transferable GPA of 2.5 or higher $3,000 to $8,000/year

• academic department scholarships available based on faculty recommendation • athletic scholarships available based on competitive ability and coach’s recommendation • performing arts scholarships available based on ability, audition and director’s

recommendation • Other scholarships and grants, ranging from $500 to $1,000 per year, depending on various

qualifications • federal/state grants: Need-based grant determined from information on FAFSA

federal: $100 to $6,480 state: $1,000 to $9,514 (depending on application or meeting qualifications)

Call (620) 947-3121 or email admissions@tabor.edu today to learn how Tabor College can BE affOrDaBLE.

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Admissions stePs checklist

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hoW to Become A BluejAyn submit your undergraduate application online at

tabor.edu/applynow

n high school students: send official high school transcript and official acT or saT scores

Minimum acceptance standards (2.00 gpa, 18 acT composite or 860 saT cr+M scores)

n Transfer students: send official transcripts from any previous college attended, acT scores (if taken) and a high school transcript

Minimum acceptance standard (2.00 transferable gpa)

Mailing address: Tabor college Office of admissions 400 s Jefferson hillsboro, Ks 67063

n apply for federal financial aid at www.fafsa.ed.gov

n submit your $175 comprehensive deposit online, via mail or phone (620) 947-3121

hoW to Become A BluejAyn submit your undergraduate application online at

tabor.edu/applynow

n high school students: send official high school transcript and official acT or saT scores

Minimum acceptance standards (2.00 gpa, 18 acT composite or 860 saT cr+M scores)

n Transfer students: send official transcripts from any previous college attended, acT scores (if taken) and a high school transcript

Minimum acceptance standard (2.00 transferable gpa)

Mailing address: Tabor college Office of admissions 400 s Jefferson hillsboro, Ks 67063

n apply for federal financial aid at www.fafsa.ed.gov

n submit your $175 comprehensive deposit online, via mail or phone (620) 947-3121

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