Tripp Bible Institute

[RXI]

The Tripp Bible Institute awards certificates, diplomas and various degrees at all levels in bible studies and theology. Unaccredited, nondenominational. I have seen this school mentioned before on other forums and it had some positive feedback about it but I realy don't know anything about the school itself. From what I have read it seems like a great opportunity. Comments?

www.tripp-bible-institute.com

RXI

Originally Posted by RXI

The Tripp Bible Institute awards certificates, diplomas and various degrees at all levels in bible studies and theology. Unaccredited, nondenominational. I have seen this school mentioned before on other forums and it had some positive feedback about it but I realy don't know anything about the school itself. From what I have read it seems like a great opportunity. Comments?

www.tripp-bible-institute.com

RXI

Any school that would charge nearly $100 for a transcript raises eyebrows. I hardly if ever call a school a "degree mill." I won't call this one, but I think it is.

I think I read sometime back, Dennis saying that this is one of the school's he was/is studying with. His name is listed as a graduate of the Bachelor of Sacred Literature Degree.
http://www.tripp-bible-institute.com...?pageID=109612

Maybe Dennis can tell us how rigorous the program was and if he enjoyed it.

[Dennis Ruhl]

I believe that the Tripp Bible Institute is a serious effort. That said, it is not as difficult as one would expect from a degree program. I am not exactly sure but when I calculated early on, the program should have involved about 900 pages of worksheets, mostly true and false. I am sure it came close to that.

The Bachelor of Sacred Literature that I completed was what I would call more of a Bible study course than an academic program. If you want to learn a bit about the Bible and get a degree while doing it, not a bad program. If you need a program that is part of a progression toward an academic or ministerial career, it is not a good choice.

I would hesitate calling it a degree mill because I have seen too many religious schools that require a 6 page thesis or something similar.

The prices quoted on the website are higher than I actually ended up paying as it ended up being by way of donation.

I like NationsUniversity's free program way better. It requires work, mostly reading, tougher than some accredited programs I have been in. Because of its unaccredited nature, recognition may also be a problem.

Originally Posted by Dennis Ruhl

I believe that the Tripp Bible Institute is a serious effort. That said, it is not as difficult as one would expect from a degree program. I am not exactly sure but when I calculated early on, the program should have involved about 900 pages of worksheets, mostly true and false. I am sure it came close to that.

The Bachelor of Sacred Literature that I completed was what I would call more of a Bible study course than an academic program. If you want to learn a bit about the Bible and get a degree while doing it, not a bad program. If you need a program that is part of a progression toward an academic or ministerial career, it is not a good choice.

I would hesitate calling it a degree mill because I have seen too many religious schools that require a 6 page thesis or something similar.

The prices quoted on the website are higher than I actually ended up paying as it ended up being by way of donation.

I like NationsUniversity's free program way better. It requires work, mostly reading, tougher than some accredited programs I have been in. Because of its unaccredited nature, recognition may also be a problem.

Thank you Dennis.

[Jabbezzz]

Originally Posted by Jimmy Clifton

Any school that would charge nearly $100 for a transcript raises eyebrows.

Maybe the transcript is printed on diploma quality paper, ready for framing.

[lanakat]

TRIPP BIBLE INSTITUTE:
Evaluation Fee - $25.00 (non-refundable)
Enrollment Fee - NONE - NO CHARGE!
Tuition - $16.95 Per Semester Hour
Late Payment Fee - NONE - NO CHARGE!
Graduation Fee - NONE - NO CHARGE!
Degree Program Change Fee - NONE - NO CHARGE!
Original Transcript Fee - NONE - NO CHARGE!
Additional Transcripts - $15 per additional copy requested
Study Materials Fee - NONE - NO CHARGE!
Verifiable Degree Listing Fee - NONE - NO CHARGE!
Verifiable Certificate Listing Fee - NONE - NO CHARGE!
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[Gunner]

I just started my studies at Tripp, I do believe that the school is an honest effort. Will the education you receive from them be accepted for employment or at other schools. Well I do not know. For me the guided Bible Studies are very motivating and enjoyable. They are a great way to increase your knowledge of the Bible and get a degree while doing it. The school staff have been very supportive also.

Hi Gunner,
Good I am pleased you are happy studying at Tripp Bible Institute. Jimmy Clifton is a permanent student why would anyone want all those Master degrees, Jimmy is a perpetual student.

Regards,

John

[middlejumper]

Since N O N E Of Those Schools Have U.s. Accreditation Any Way Then Why Spend So Much Money? When At Nations You Can Even Study Greek-hebrew Scriptures Online Instead Of By Mail And Obtain A Degree For Only $100.00 Per Year. Please Log On Their Website And See A Preview At: Nationsu.org

I Hate To See Someone Spend Over $2,000.00 For A Degree That Won't Open Any More Doors And The Studies Are No More In-depth Than At Nations.

[Gunner]

I know that it is based on an individuals prior background but the total the Advanced diploma,bachelors in theology,Master of Theology and the Theology Doctorate will be less than $1600. I know it is more expensive than nations and is UA. But the after completing a couple of their lessons I felt that this is the school for me. I am not planning on using the education for any secular employment so their status is not important to me. I can attest that the lessons are well written and I find them enjoyable and they cause deep reflection on my prior religious upbringing (Catholic). What else could you want out of a Theology Program.

[simonti]

I am looking for DL bachelors degree. I dont care if institute not accredited but methodology of teaching matters more to me

[larryjf]

You may want to try a ministry that i just recently got involved with, the North American Theological Society...
http://theologyamerica.org/

It is completely free, and has some good endorsements backing it up.

[Jimmy]

Originally Posted by larryjf

You may want to try a ministry that i just recently got involved with, the North American Theological Society...
http://theologyamerica.org/

It is completely free, and has some good endorsements backing it up.

I don't understand how a school that only requires the reading of a book or two and writing a 1000 page summary of the text or texts is "rigorous" and a "quality education."

[larryjf]

Originally Posted by Jimmy

I don't understand how a school that only requires the reading of a book or two and writing a 1000 page summary of the text or texts is "rigorous" and a "quality education."

The class on Matthew (BS310a) requires the reading of the book of Matthew plus 22 lectures.
The assignment is a 1,000 word summary of the materials. This is simply to show that the student did absorb what was taught. In a sense it is like testing out of a class...just with extra reading/lectures.

[Jimmy]

Originally Posted by larryjf

The class on Matthew (BS310a) requires the reading of the book of Matthew plus 22 lectures.
The assignment is a 1,000 word summary of the materials. This is simply to show that the student did absorb what was taught. In a sense it is like testing out of a class...just with extra reading/lectures.

And the lectures are presented how? Why doesn't the website detail how the student learns and participates.

[larryjf]

Originally Posted by Jimmy

And the lectures are presented how? Why doesn't the website detail how the student learns and participates.

All you have to do is follow the "classrooms" link.
Also keep in mind that although some classes only require the reading of one book, they are many times multiple volumes.

[larryjf]

bs200 actually requires 46 lectures and a 10 page essay.

[Theodore Lamar Heiks]

Originally Posted by Jimmy

I don't understand how a school that only requires the reading of a book or two and writing a 1000 page summary of the text or texts is "rigorous" and a "quality education."

1000 page summary?

[Robert J.]

Originally Posted by Theodore Lamar Heiks

1000 page summary?

Originally Posted by larryjf

bs200 actually requires 46 lectures and a 10 page essay.

I remember as an undergrad at a B&M RA school that if I had a class and on the first day I would look at the syllabus and it required the writing of either of what these posts described, I would drop the class and ask a football player what his schedule is and try to get in his classes.

One can't forget that it isn't form that matters in the end, it is the student that ultimately drives the quality of the education he or she receives.

[larryjf]

Just to give you an idea of some more of the content involved with the Th.M. program that is not included on the website (because it is mentor driven based on the individuality of the student)...

TH340 Systematic Theology I
write 500 word essays on each of the following topics:
Method of theology
Theology itself
Rationalism
Mysticism
Roman Catholic doctrine regarding the rule of faith
Protestant doctrine regarding the rule of faith
Origin/Idea of God
Theism
Anti-Theistic theories
Knowledge of God
Nature & attributes of God
Trinity
Divinity of Christ
Holy Spirit
Decrees of God
Creation
Providence
Miracles
Angels

HS355 History of the Church I
write 500 word essays on the following topics:
Preparation for Christianity in Jewish history
Jesus Christ
Apostolic age
Peter and the Jewish conversion
Paul and the Gentile conversion
The great tribulation
John and the last stadium of the apostolic period
Christian life in the apostolic Church
Worship in the apostolic age
Organization of the apostolic Church
Theology of the apostolic Church
New Testament

CF315 Writings of the Church Fathers
500 word essay on each of the following:
Clement of Rome
Mathetes
Polycarp
Ignatius
Barnabas
Papias
Justin Martyr
Irenaeus
The importance of Church Fathers in the modern Church

All i was doing was recommending the school to someone as an alternative to Tripp Bible Institute. I didn't realize that i would have to defend the school so much and start posting curriculum.

[drgmmd]

I just want to add that I scanned several Distant learning bible related course and Tripp Bible Institute favoured the best in terms of customer relations and cost. I am presently studying through Tripp. My only complaint is that it sometimes takes up to 4 weeks for marking and new study material after you have sent your work in for grading. It is too bad that they did not offer on-line study, however, the operational cost would be passed onto the student.

I am taking B. of Bible Studies. The course flows very well and certainly requires thought on the scripture questions.
Unless there is something better, I recommend Tripp Bible Institute.