The Bible Study Center - Online School
"Helping you discover GOD'S TRUTH in a world of CONFUSION!"
"Helping you discover GOD'S TRUTH in a world of CONFUSION!"
Below are some of the questions people often ask about the Bible Study Center Online School. Click a question in the list and the page will jump down to the answer. After reading an answer, use the “back to top” link to return to this list.
The Bible Study Center is a non-profit teaching work that began in 1985. Our goal is to help people study the Bible carefully, in context, so they can read, think, and decide for themselves what it says.
Yes. All online courses at BSC are free of charge. There are no tuition fees, no subscriptions, and no hidden costs. You only need your own internet access.
No. We do not ask anyone to join a church or religious group. Our purpose is to help you read and understand the Bible itself. You are free to compare what you learn with your own background and beliefs.
BSC Online is for adults and older students from many different backgrounds who want to think carefully about important questions of life, faith, and the Bible. Some students already have years of Bible experience; others may have little or none. Our placement process helps select an appropriate starting course, so you do not need a Bible background to begin.
To enroll, fill out our online enrollment form. Choose your language and provide the basic information requested. An email address is not required.
Next, you will answer a few placement questions about your experience and background. Your answers help BSC Online select the best starting course for you. When enrollment and placement are complete, the system will create your personal Student ID (SID) and PIN. Please save your SID and PIN in a safe place because you will use them to sign in to the school.
Yes. Because the lessons are online, you can study from almost anywhere in the world. As long as you have internet access and a phone, tablet, or computer with a web browser, you can enroll and study.
After the enrollment form, you will complete a few placement questions. BSC Online will then create your student record, assign your starting course, and give you your personal Student ID (SID) and PIN. Save these credentials. You can then go directly to the BSC Online login page, sign in with your SID and PIN, and begin your assigned course.
Your starting course depends upon how you answer the placement questions. Answer them truthfully so the system can select the best starting course for you. As you complete courses, additional courses can become available. Each lesson includes questions to help you think about what you have studied, and you must score at least 70% on a lesson to open the next lesson. (If you have difficulties, we will help you.)
BSC Online currently provides its main courses in English, Cebuano, Ilocano, Tagalog, Japanese, and Spanish. Available material can vary as the school continues to develop, but you can choose your preferred study language during enrollment.
You need a phone, tablet, or computer with internet access. No special app is required. You will study through your web browser and sign in with your Student ID (SID) and PIN.
Lesson length varies. Some lessons are shorter, while others contain more reading, reflection, or a worksheet. There is no time limit, so take the time you need to read carefully and think about the material. You do not have to rush through a lesson in one sitting.
There are quiz questions at the end of each lesson. These quizzes are there to help you think about what you learned. You must score at least 70% on a lesson quiz before you can proceed to the next lesson.
Yes. You can stop anytime in the middle of a lesson and return later. Sign in again with your Student ID (SID) and PIN. The system will remember your progress so you can continue your study.
Your Student ID (SID) and PIN are your personal sign-in credentials, so keep them in a safe place and do not post them publicly. If you lose them or cannot sign in, contact BSC for assistance. We may need to confirm enough information to identify the correct student record before helping you regain access.
That is okay. This is a learning course. If you score less than 70%, you will be able to see the questions you missed. Take note of those questions and read through the lesson again. Once you are ready, you can take the quiz again. If you do not pass a lesson after three (3) tries, that lesson will be locked temporarily and BSC staff will be notified. You can use the Ask for Assistance option to contact us through BSC Online. We can help you understand the material and, when appropriate, unlock the lesson so you can try again. The goal is to help you learn. The questions are there to help you think carefully about the lesson material.
We use the information you provide to manage your enrollment, courses, progress, student support, and related BSC Online services. We do not sell your personal information. Access to student records is limited to people who need it for the operation and support of the school. We take reasonable steps to protect your information and treat it with care.
BSC staff may contact you through the Messages system inside BSC Online about your studies or to answer questions you send us. In some areas, we also have local follow-up people who may be able to help students personally. We will not simply send someone to visit you without appropriate contact and agreement first. Local representatives may also help deliver course certificates when that service is available.
Yes. Many students come from different church backgrounds or other religions. Our goal is to help you read the Bible for yourself. You are free to compare what you learn with what you have been taught before.
If you do not see your question on this page, you are welcome to send it to us. If you are not yet enrolled, use the contact link on the public BSC website to send your question. If you are already a student, sign in to BSC Online and use Messages to contact us from inside the school. We will do our best to reply as soon as possible.
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