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Online Degree Programs at Blue Mountain College
About Blue Mountain College Online
Blue Mountain College (BMC) was founded as a private, Christian, four-year liberal arts college in 1873. One hundred
and thirty three years later, the College continues to value every student and is committed to meeting students' needs
to the fullest extent possible. The institution's core values permeate the liberal arts curriculum, which promotes the
development of Christian character, social/self awareness, academic excellence and leadership. The student-centered
campus includes highly qualified faculty and staff who help to create a campus climate of personal attention, respect
and inclusion. Students are encouraged to pursue their own growth and development with passion, which leads to
realization of their God-given potential.
The distance learning program at BMC developed out of students' growing demand for online instruction. BMC's virtual campus upholds all the standards and requirements maintained by the College's traditional courses. BMC offers a variety of online courses, which are listed in greater detail below.
[client_program_list]Certification in Library Media
Blue Mountain College, through an approved program with the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE), offers a supplemental endorsement in Library Media (K-12). Students with questions as to how this certification might be applied from state to state should contact the Office of Teacher Licensure at the State Department of Education in the state in which they expect to receive certification. This endorsement may be added to an elementary or secondary license.
Certification in Special Education
Moreover, Blue Mountain College, through an approved program with the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE), also offers a supplemental endorsement in elementary and secondary Mild/Moderate Disability. Students with questions as to how this certification might be applied from state to state should contact the Office of Teacher Licensure at the State Department of Education in the state in which they expect to receive certification. The elementary supplemental, K-8, which can only be added to an elementary license, may be obtained by completing the following 18 semester hours: SE420, SE422, SE424, SE434, SE436 and SE440.
The secondary supplemental endorsement, 7-12, which can be added to a secondary or special subject area license, may be obtained by completing the following 21 semester hours: ED321, SE420, SE422, SE424, SE440, SE450 and SE454.
A K-12 Mild/Moderate Disability supplemental endorsement may be obtained by completing the non-overlapping 27 semester hours of coursework.
Business Administration Courses
Two courses required in the Business Administration Major at Blue Mountain College are currently offered in the online format. All students wishing to major in Business Administration at BMC are required to take BU 340: Principles of Finance and BU 420: Introduction to Entrepreneurship online.
General Education/Core Courses for Early Enrollment
The purpose of the General Education Program at Blue Mountain College is to prepare students for a lifetime of learning. Inspired by and consistent with the College's mission as a Christian institution, the program is designed to instill basic skills, knowledge and attitudes deemed necessary for disciplined study, global awareness, personal development and reasoned responses to a changing world. This educational experience should assist students as they build academic majors and minors and pursue meaningful careers in service to God and one another. All of the general education courses offered in the online format are required in degree programs at Blue Mountain College.
To meet the needs of current high school juniors or seniors and/or homeschoolers who wish to begin college courses prior to completion of requirements for high school graduation, the College grants permission to enroll in certain core courses. The student who, at the end of his/her junior year, has completed at least 15 acceptable units (including at least three in English, two in mathematics, one in science and one in social science) will be granted permission to enroll. The student must have an ACT standard score of at least 23 or a comparable SAT score. A letter of recommendation from the principal is required before a student may be considered for early admission.
What Makes Blue Mountain College OnlineStand Out?
- High-Quality Faculty: BMC faculty are trained professionals in their various fields of study and are always willing to assist their students.
- Flexibility: Online instruction has the major benefit of convenience. Students enrolled in online courses have the opportunity to maintain a busy work schedule and family commitments while continuing their educational endeavors.
- Financial Aid Packages: Financial aid is considered any type of money provided as payment for higher education that is received from an outside source. Fortunately, financial aid is available for all degree-seeking students, which can include loans, grants, scholarships and more.
- Low Faculty to Student Ratio: Alongside the quality of their faculty, BMC is proud to maintain a low faculty to student ratio of only 12:1.
- Personal Attention: There is no reason to worry over getting lost in the crowd at BMC. Class sizes, on average, consist of only 12 students.
- Active Alumnae Community: BMC is fortunate to maintain an active alumnae community. Alumnae are eager for you to join them among the ranks of proud Blue Mountain graduates. The National Alumnae Association of Blue Mountain College is always willing to help support the College and it students through active involvement.
- National Accreditation: BMC receives its accreditation from the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Experience the OnlineCommunity at Blue Mountain College
BMC onlineassists students in developing intellectual integrity, academic excellence, social awareness and Christian character. In accordance with the College's mission, students should be committed to the pursuit of scholarship, servant leadership and service in church and community. The student-centered onlinecampus exhibits a climate of personal attention, respect, inclusion and high expectations.
Blue Mountain College is committed to excellence and creativity in teaching and learning. Within the virtual classroom, students will enter an online meeting space, where instructors and students can attend class, openly discuss academic issues and engage in chat with fellow students. Online instruction can be extremely valuable and enriching for students, allowing all members to openly and comfortably communicate opinions and ideas in a non-judgmental environment.
Online instruction, furthermore, can offer students a new-found relationship with faculty. Faculty is always ready and willing to guide students through a particular concern and answer any questions. At BMC, every student, whether attending online or a traditional campus class, is encouraged to grow as an individual, adjust to his/her own uniqueness and to take advantage of opportunities for service.
Accreditation
Blue Mountain College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award baccalaureate and masters degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Blue Mountain College.
