11-10-2023, 07:45 AM
The freedom we enjoy and our system of higher education both have Judeo-Christian roots. Christians founded Harvard, Yale, Princeton and many other selective schools. As a born again Christian I have been disappointed that many 'religious' universities actually incorporate little theology in courses where it would be appropriate. Christians and Jews believe they will be held accountable by GOD for their actions. Therefore, we have extra incentive to treat others well. I'm not suggesting this always occurs. Unfortunately, some legalistic hypocrites have given Christianity a bad name.
A much more common problem is universities aggressively promoting secular humanism. Institutions of higher learning should be places to expand your worldview and explore different ideas. Shamefully, too many irreligious schools attempt to indoctrinate students. I declined admissions offers from several highly selective universities once I learned about the content of some of the required courses. This precipitated my nontraditional journey. I know a number of Christians who were penalized by atheist professors for articulating their beliefs.
I have found two Baptist universities to be the most accommodating in acceptance of transfer credit from Sophia, Liberty University and the University of the Cumberlands. Both schools accepted more transfer credit from Sophia than the Big 3. Liberty offers a massive number of degree options, even aviation. Sophia students receive a 15% discount. Civil Air Patrol Senior members ($82 per year) receive a 25% discount that stacks with the Sophia discount.
University of the Cumberlands accepted 90 hours of Sophia credit and correctly transferred all the upper level Sophia business courses to their upper level equivalent rather than as miscellaneous lower level credit. University of the Cumberlands further distinguishes itself with low tuition at $220/credit, very competitive for a nonprofit, RA doctoral university. I'm told UC's online courses are asynchronous, with the option to work in advance, but not complete the course prior to the end of their 8 week terms. They do require a capstone and completion of the ETS Major Field Test for your major.
A much more common problem is universities aggressively promoting secular humanism. Institutions of higher learning should be places to expand your worldview and explore different ideas. Shamefully, too many irreligious schools attempt to indoctrinate students. I declined admissions offers from several highly selective universities once I learned about the content of some of the required courses. This precipitated my nontraditional journey. I know a number of Christians who were penalized by atheist professors for articulating their beliefs.
I have found two Baptist universities to be the most accommodating in acceptance of transfer credit from Sophia, Liberty University and the University of the Cumberlands. Both schools accepted more transfer credit from Sophia than the Big 3. Liberty offers a massive number of degree options, even aviation. Sophia students receive a 15% discount. Civil Air Patrol Senior members ($82 per year) receive a 25% discount that stacks with the Sophia discount.
University of the Cumberlands accepted 90 hours of Sophia credit and correctly transferred all the upper level Sophia business courses to their upper level equivalent rather than as miscellaneous lower level credit. University of the Cumberlands further distinguishes itself with low tuition at $220/credit, very competitive for a nonprofit, RA doctoral university. I'm told UC's online courses are asynchronous, with the option to work in advance, but not complete the course prior to the end of their 8 week terms. They do require a capstone and completion of the ETS Major Field Test for your major.
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