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Pillar College educates, inspires, and equips students for excellent scholarship, service, and leadership. Rooted in and committed to Christian faith and love, Pillar College fosters intellectual, spiritual, and social development among its diverse student population at various instructional sites. YOUR MISSION... WELCOME TO A NEW DAY, A NEW LIFE!You were made to change the world. At Pillar College, you can learn to inspire and lead others as you pursue the life you were called to live. Your transformation begins today!

OUR mission

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About Pillar College ............................ p. 4Scholarships & Financial Aid ............... p. 5Tuition and Fees ................................ p. 5Special Programs ............................... p. 5Academic Advising .............................. p. 6 Tours and Information .......................... p. 6Student Life ......................................... p. 6Psychology & Counseling .................... p. 7- 8

Elementary Education ......................... p. 9-10 Business Administration and Management ................................ p.11-12 Dr. David E. Schroeder School of Biblical Studies ............................. p.15-16InterCultural Communications ............... p.17-18Student Activities ................................. p.19-20 Financial Aid ........................................ p.21-22

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“ This journey was not easy, but it was not impossible. I experienced brilliant, exemplary instructors who served as superb role models that supported, encouraged, and helped me get to the finish line.”Mizraim Reyes-Quinones, 2016A.A. Biblical StudiesB.A. Psychology & Counseling

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Pillar College is an accredited learning community dedicated to building tomorrow’s leaders-today! The only accredited Christian college in New Jersey, Pillar College has been offering a Christ-centered education for over 100 years. We offer traditional four-year Bachelor of Arts degrees, in addition to two-year and non-traditional degrees or certificate options for adult learners. When you visit any of our three locations—in Newark, Somerset, or Paterson—you’ll find that Pillar College is more than an address. It’s a community of supporters. As such, we offer a quality comprehensive education with the highest possible accreditation.

The Pillar College advantage; Programs that offer flexibility for a variety of life and career needs.Our academic programs are tailored to fit the specific needs of each student. It is our goal to meet you where you are as you pursue a brighter future, and to ultimately help you get there. We take pride in helping you to discover, clarify and to achieve God’s greater vision for your life.

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DEGREE ProGramsWe offer a variety of degree programs to suit busy schedules and lifestyle needs. You can earn a two-year or four-year degree as your schedule permits.

BaCHELor of arTs • Biblical Studies

Concentrations:- Church Leadership- Christian Counseling- Urban Ministry

• Elementary Education

• Intercultural Communications

• Business Administration and ManagementConcentrations:- Entrepreneurship- Non-Profit Management- Management

• Organizational Leadership

• Psychology and CounselingConcentrations:- Marriage and Family

Counseling- Crisis Counseling

What’s Next!

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Scholarships and Financial AidMoney should never stand in the way of your dreams.Pillar College has given over $1 million in scholarships and grants to our students. The vast majority of applicants will receive some type of financial aid. All prospective students are encouraged to meet with an admissions representative to gain an understanding of the range of scholarships and grants that are available. Once you make the decision to come

to Pillar College, you can rest assured that our admissions and financial aid experts will help you to find and apply for the aid

that you need. You can get a jump start by applying for Federal financial aid online at www.fafsa.gov and using our school code,

036663. Our low tuition also helps to keep costs down and dreams on the rise. Get the latest information on aid for students and veterans

on our website.

Tuition and Fees If you’re looking for a quality private education at a cost you can afford, Pillar College is your best choice. Students from all walks of life can find affordable options to fit every budget. Find details specific to your desired program of study on our website under the tuition and fees tab.

Special ProgramsTo meet the diverse needs within our student body, Pillar College offers several special programs, in addition to our traditional degree offerings. For adult learners who are looking to complete a degree, we offer the Life Enhancement Accelerated Degree (LEAD), an adult degree completion program that allows adults who have a minimum of 48 credits to obtain their Bachelor’s degree by attending class just once per week. Next is the Bi-Lingual ENtry Degree (BLEND), a program that allows students to study in Spanish for their first two years, as they improve their English language skills in our ESL program, and then these students transition to classes in English as they complete their Bachelor’s degree. If you have your degree or are in search of continuing education credits, you can enroll in any one of the certificate programs offered by the Pillar Academy of Continuing Education (P.A.C.E). For

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those junior and senior high school students studying at home or at a Traditional high school, Pillar College offers the Dual Enrollment (DEED) program through which a H.S. junior or senior can earn a NJ State high school diploma along with 30 college credits. No matter which program you choose, Pillar College will always empower you to fulfill your purpose.

Academic Advising Faculty Advisors provide specialized attention to the academic needs of students within each major. Faculty Advisors foster interactive partnerships with students, serving as resources to guide students toward achievement of academic goals leading to graduation.

Tours and Information The Office of Admissions is open Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and by appointment after hours and Saturdays. Contact us by phone at (800) 234-9305 or by email at info@pillar.edu to schedule a campus tour and to meet our faculty and staff. You can also attend one of our Open House events or Information Sessions during the semester. Check with our office for details.

Student Life Student community is central to life at Pillar College, and there is a thriving campus life for all to share. Small class size and spiritual development contributes to students cultivating close friendships with one another. Interactive classes and student-led events, along with dynamic and interactive classroom settings, enhance these relationships. Central to student life at Pillar College is the involvement of the Student Government Association (SGA), through the Office of Student Life, organizes events and activities that cultivate fellowship, strengthen community, and boost student morale. More information is available at www.pillar.edu/student-life.

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A Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology & Counseling provides the foundation for:

• Careers in Psychology and Crisis Counseling • Spiritual Formation • Coaching • Mentoring ministry • Master’s or Doctoral degrees that permit students

to attain state-licensure as a professional counselor

This major is designed to provide students with a basic foundation for any kind of crisis counseling, spiritual formation, coaching, or mentoring ministry. Students may choose to build on this foundation with further education and/or training specific to an area specialization, such as the pursuit of a Master’s or Doctoral degree required to attain state licensure as a professional counselor. Upon successful completion of this program you will be prepared to either pursue further education or serve

in a context that does not require licensure.

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Marriage & Family Counseling Strong families are the foundation of our world: they sustain our churches, communities, states and our country. This concentration will emphasize counseling within the context of family systems and will assist students who wish to prepare to do effective ministry with couples and families. It is geared towards individuals who wish to practice marriage and family therapy.COUN 306 Marriage & Family Counseling COUN 307 Multicultural CounselingPSYC 406 Conflict Theory/Christian Peace PSYC 403 Human Sexuality

Crisis Counseling This concentration is an integration of faith and psychology. It provides theoretical models and strategies that are necessary to effect change in crisis situations and will enable individuals to move forward in more functional ways. Crisis Counseling is for those who wish to become a professional Christian Counselor, Chaplain, or Emergency Volunteer, among other options. PSYC 406 Conflict Theory/Christian Peace COUN 305 Crisis CounselingCOUN 407 Creative Counseling MethodsCOUN 310 Life Coaching Skills

“ Throughout my journey at Pillar, I have been challenged, stretched and have discovered the greatness that I did not know was inside of me when I took the first steps on this journey.Garmeterick Joseph Moore, 2016A.A. Biblical Studies B.A. Psychology & Counseling ”

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A Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education

provides students the tools needed to become an elementary school teacher.

It takes a special calling to be an elementary school teacher. To inspire the next generation to grow and become the leaders of tomorrow. If you have this calling then our Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education is right for you! Through this program you will gain the skills, strategies and practical knowledge needed to inspire kindergarten to sixth grade students in an array of subjects as well as create the proper learning environment so that your students will excel.

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Elementary Education The Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education is designed for future elementary school teachers, kindergarten through sixth grade. Through this program, the student will gain the skills to communicate effectively with diverse learners, particularly in urban school districts, and to promote the intellectual, physical, emotional, and social development of young minds.

Employment of Kindergarten and Elementary school teachers is projected to grow 12 percent from 2012 to 2022, about as fast as the average for all occupations. — Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S.

Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2014-2015 Edition, Kindergarten and Elementary School Teachers.

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The mission of the Business Administration and Management program is to promote the intellectual, personal, and spiritual growth of our students; to educate them in business and leadership principles; to prepare them to be transformational leaders in business, entrepreneurial ventures, nonprofits and ministry organizations. There are three concentrations to choose from

within the major: Management, Entrepreneurship and Non-Profit Management.

A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration & Management provides the knowledge needed for:

• Enterprise Management • Innovative Entrepreneurship • Business Administration • Non-Profit Management • Marketing • Finance

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Management The Management concentration is ideal for students interested in a wide variety of industries and company types. Students studying Management will be prepared for an assortment of career possibilities, including Human Resources, Retail Management and Banking & Finance. Challenging classes and a practical internship provide both hands-on experience and a well-rounded business education. MGMT 303 Principles of LeadershipBUSM 405 International BusinessMGMT 304 Project ManagementMGMT 440 Human Resources Management

Entrepreneurship The Entrepreneurship concentration is designed for persons interested in launching a new business venture, running a family business, joining a startup company, opening a franchise, and more. Students who study Entrepreneurship will learn the importance of ethical business practices and will also learn how to manage, raise capital and understand the unique challenges and opportunities facing small and growing companies.BUSM 302 Principles of EntrepreneurshipMKTG 401 Integrated Marketing StrategyMGMT 304 Project Management MGMT 440 Human Resources Management

Non-Profit Management The concentration in non-profit management is geared towards students who are interested in starting or working for a non-profit organization or government agency. Students learn best practices, legal aspects, and practical steps for the effective management of a non-profit or ministry. Specific classes in leadership, communication, and management equip graduates with the hard and soft skills needed to lead effectively in fulfilling the mission of their organizationBUSM 307 Leading Nonprofit OrganizationsMGMT 303 Principles of LeadershipMGMT 304 Project ManagementMGMT 440 Human Resources Management

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The Organizational Leadership Program is designed for those who seek to strengthen their leadership capabilities in corporate, non-profit, government or community organizations. Students will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, while learning to be effective leaders. They will also increase their capacity to understand and lead strategic change and renewal in

organizations. This degree is offered in Pillar’s LEAD program.

A Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Leadership provides the foundation for:

• Careers in Human Resources • Training & Development • Coaching• Public Service • Health Care Management

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Organizational Leadership A degree in Organizational Leadership is well-suited to the student seeking a promotion from a current employer or seeking management positions within other companies. According to US News & World Report, common career fields for individuals with Organizational Leadership degrees include Human Resources, Training & Development, Coaching, Nonprofit Management, Public Service and Health Care Management.BUSM 303 Administrative LeadershipBUSM 304 Project ManagementBUSM 306 Understanding the Multi-cultural OrganizationBUSM 320 Organizational Development

“This very institution has shaped me to be a strong student, leader, and mentor. Raising my family and teaching others through my testimony has been a rewarding gift. I have learned how to fight for what I believe in and learn at the same time.Isaac A. Fadahunsi, 2016B.A. Business Administration & Management ”

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Dr. Schroeder School of Biblical Studies provides students a solid foundation for:

• Careers in Church Leadership • Christian Counseling • Urban Ministry • Mentoring and Discipleship • Christian Education

• Preparation for Seminary or Graduate School

The Biblical Studies program prepares individuals for a career in a variety of ministries in the Christian church, Christian education, the mission field, social work and services, media and technology, and chaplaincy work. The Biblical Studies Department offers courses in Biblical Studies proper—including both Old Testament and New Testament, Christian Ministry, Church History, and Christian Theology. The two programs of study include an Associate of Arts Degree in Biblical Studies and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Biblical Studies. There are currently three concentrations, including Church Leadership, Christian Counseling and Urban Ministry. A seminary track is also available for those who desire preparation for graduate school in ministry which includes a study of

the original languages of the Bible.

BIBLICAL sTuDiEs

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Urban Ministry A concentration in urban ministry focuses on the theoretical and practical aspects of ministry in an urban setting, including racial and ethnic diversity, multicultural ministry, discipleship, and social consciousness.BSCM 245 Urban MinistryCHHS 320 The Church in Global Context SOCI 220 Racial and Ethnic DiversityBSCM 253 Nehemiah

Church Leadership This program is an introduction to various aspects of church leadership, including church administration, leadership & integrity, preaching, pastoral care, counseling, and family ministry in a local church setting.BSCM 224 Pastoral Ministry BSCM 253 NehemiahBUSM 307 Leading Non-Profit OrganizationsMGMT 303 Principles of Leadership

Christian Counseling This program emphasizes the counseling aspects of ministry, including counseling methods, Christian peacemaking, multicultural counseling and emotional intelligence.PSYC 102 Biblical Basis for Psychology

and CounselingBSCM 425 Youth and Family CounselingPSYC 406 Christian PeacemakingCOUN 301 Counseling Methods

“My experience here at Pillar has been tremendously rewarding, serving as a vehicle for transformation and spiritual renewal in my life on many levels. Gregory M. Young, 2016 B.A. Biblical Studies ”

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A Bachelor’s Degree in Intercultural Communications prepares the foundation for:

Careers in Radio and TV • Journalism • Grant Writing • Sales • Public Relations • Education (all levels) Translators • Media Outlets (AP, UPI, etc.)

• Advertising and Community Organizations

With every passing day our society becomes more and more diverse. With these changes the need for people with specialized skills and knowledge in cross-cultural relations becomes essential for any organization. In our Bachelor of Arts in Intercultural Communications you will be challenged to understand the dynamics of cross-cultural communication that will help prepare you for careers in national and international levels of Public Relations, Radio & TV, Journalism,

and Community Development which will help empower you to transform your world.

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Intercultural Communications With every passing day our society becomes more and more diverse. With these changes the need for people with specialized skills and knowledge in cross-cultural relations becomes essential for any organization. Through the dynamics of cross-cultural skills acquired from our Bachelor of Arts Intercultural Communications, you will be empowered to transform your world through careers in national and international levels of Public Relations, Radio & TV, Journalism, and Community Development.

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Interactive classes and student-led events create a warm atmosphere that allows students to feel at home from day one. The small class settings enhance the close-knit relationships that form between Pillar students as classmates and as colleagues within academic cohorts. Just as students are encouraged to cultivate a deeper relationship with God, they also learn to support one another on a deeper level both inside and outside of the classroom. Most classes at Pillar involve a great deal of discussion and interaction, and

those conversations can often reach beyond the classroom for life application.

Pillar College Student Activities and Services include: • Global Learning Experience • Coffee House Fridays • Clubs • Cultural

Events • Job Fairs • Alumni Association • Student Government Association • Career Counseling • Intramural Sports • Homecoming Celebrations

• Student Chapel • And much more!

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A Closer CommunityA variety of activities and events on the Pillar College campuses help students to find and form a closer campus community. Intramural Sports are offered on certain evenings in Somerset during the Traditional Fall and Spring Semester. Scheduled sports may include Soccer, Volleyball,

Basketball, and 2-Hand Touch Football.

Recreational sports offerings include a Bowling Event that occurs during the Fall and Spring semester, as well as the Annual Students vs. Staff/Faculty Softball Game That takes place during the Spring semester. There is also competitive ping-pong, a running club, as well as a variety of student clubs (e.g. Guitar Club and Zumba) that all encourage student involvement and fellowship. All Pillar College students are welcome to

attend and participate in activities.

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fInAnCIAL AID, grAntS & SChOLArShIPS

FEDERAL AIDTo qualify for Federal Financial Aid you must first visit www.FAFSA.ed.gov to complete the “Free Application for Federal Student Aid” (FAFSA). This is a fairly simple process: Many complete the FAFSA in fewer than thirty minutes. (If you would like help to complete your FAFSA make an appointment with the Pillar College Admissions Department for a trained associate to sit with you as you go through the website.)

When you complete your FAFSA you should choose Pillar College as your first school of choice so that we can automatically receive your FAFSA information. After you complete your FAFSA, the Department of Education will send you a Student Aid Report (SAR). It is important that you review that report to ensure the data and information are correct. Pillar College will help you understand your SAR, we can instruct you in how to respond to any problems or questions the government may have, and we will use your SAR to estimate your Financial Aid eligibility.

The predominant sources of Federal Student Aid are the PELL grant, and student loans from the Direct Loan program. The PELL grant can provide up to $5,800 for a single year, and does not ever need to be re-paid. Student loans are also available; the annual amount varies from a low of $5,500 for Freshmen up to $12,500 for Juniors and Seniors; the lifetime ceiling for Federal student loans for any individual is $57,500. Some portion of your student loans may be Subsidized (with no interest charged) and some may be Un-Subsidized (with interest charges), depending on your family income. All Federal student loans offer extended payment schedules, and principal payments may be delayed until after you leave school. There are also numerous loan and grant programs offered by local and state governments, private banks, and organizations like SALLIE MAE.

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NEW JERSEY STATE AIDThe programs shown below are available through the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA), a State of New Jersey agency. To apply, or for more information visit the HESAA.ORG website.

Tuition Aid Grants (TAG)Because Pillar College is a private, four-year, college, the amounts awarded for the New Jersey Tuition Aid Grant (TAG) can be greater than $12,000 for a single year. You must be a New Jersey resident, and a Full Time student at Pillar College (enrolled for twelve or more credits) each semester.

Edward J. Bloustein Distinguished Scholars Program (DSP)The highest achieving students of New Jersey’s secondary schools are offered $1,000 scholarships annually without regard to financial need. Edward J. Bloustein Distinguished Scholars are students who place in the top 10 percent of their graduating class and have combined Scholastic Assessment Test I (SAT I) scores of at least 1260, or are ranked first, second, or third in their class. Additional scholarships are provided to students from the State’s urban and economically distressed areas based on class rank and cumulative grade-point average.

NJCLASS LoansIf you have already accepted Federal Student Loans, and need additional funds to help with books, computer equipment, lodging, transportation or any other expense related to you attending college, the generous NJCLASS loan program may be of interest to you.

NJ STARS IIFor anyone who was participated in the NJ STARS program at a community college, the State of New Jersey is now offering additional funding for those moving on to four-year schools. If you benefitted from NJ STARS, contact HESAA to learn more about benefitting from NJ STARS II at Pillar College.

Examples of Tuition Grants

at Pillar College• Child Care Grant • Church Match Grant • Education Fulfillment Grant • Early Education Grant• Family Grant • First Generation Grant • First Responders Grant • Home School Grant • Middlesex/Somerset/ Bergen/

Morris County Grant • Ministerial Dependent Grant • NJ Tag Replacement Grant • Senior Citizen Grant • Senior Pastor’s Grant • Servant Leadership Grant • School District Employee Grant• Single Parent Grant • Transfer Grant • Travel Grant • Unemployment Grant

Examples of Scholarships at Pillar College

• Veterans Scholarship• Merit Scholarship • Scholastic Excellence Scholarship

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