Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When do your classes begin?
A: John Brown University has several start dates to choose from for each program.
Contact your Advance Program representative to see
when the next group begins in your area.
Click here to ask a question about start
dates.
Q: How long do the classes meet?
A: Organizational management classes meet from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Early childhood education, healthcare administration, and business information systems courses have alternate schedules that also allow students to maintain full time employment for most or all of the program.
Q: How long is the Advance Program?
A: Organizational Management - 19-20 months - 1 night per
week
Organizational Management/Health Care Administration - 19-20 months - 1 night per week
for OM courses, HCA courses an occasional second night
Organizational Management/Business Information Systems - 19-20 months - 1 night per
week for OM courses, BIS courses online
Early Childhood Education - About 24 months - 1-2 nights per week, occasional
Saturdays followed by a full-time 12-week internship
Q: What if I don't meet one of the entrance requirements?
A: Talk to your Advance Program
representative. You may be able to petition for special admission and fulfill your
outstanding entrance requirements while enrolled in the
program.
Q: How can I build up hours to be able to come into the program?
A: Even if you think you're a long way away from qualifying for the program, we recommend that you talk with your Advance Program representative, who can evaluate your current credit and help you make a plan to fulfill admission criteria.
We offer electives that meet either on Wednesday or Friday nights or Saturday mornings. Students can also take CLEP or DANTES exams, or take courses from another regionally accredited college or university. (Note: DANTES credit is not accepted for the Education program.)
Q: Will I have to take additional hours outside of the program above my 60 hours to start?
A: You need a minimum of 124 approved, total hours to graduate with a bachelor's degree from John Brown University. Depending on how many transferable hours you already have, you may need to complete additional hours prior to entering or while you are in the program. Credit hours for our programs are as follows:
- Organizational Management, 48 semester credit hours
- Organizational Management with an emphasis in either Health Care Administration or Business Information Systems, 55 semester credit hours
- Early Childhood Education, 59 semester credit hours
Your Advance Program representative can you help you determine how many hours you need and assist you in developing a plan to obtain any outstanding hours.
Q: What types of credit does JBU's Advance Program accept?
A: We accept credits from other regionally accredited institutions as well as approved DANTES credit (Organizational Management programs only) or CLEP exams. It is possible that you may receive credit for other prior learning or professional development experiences. Be sure to speak with your Advance Program representative to discuss your credit hours.
Q: Can I transfer credits into the major requirements for my program?
A: In some cases, you may be able to transfer in equivalent courses for our major requirements. Please talk with your Advance Program representative to determine if you have any courses that will replace any major requirements.
Q: Where do I buy books?
A: Course books and materials will be mailed to you.
Financial Aid FAQs
Q. How do I apply for financial assistance?
A: The first step is to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) (www.fafsa.ed.gov). We recommend that you submit a FAFSA early in your admission process. The FAFSA is used to determine eligibility for grants and loans. Even if you think you won't qualify for grants, you must complete a FAFSA in order to be considered for Federal student loans.
Q. If I'm already receiving aid at another college, can it be transferred?
A. Aid can usually be transferred. Talk with your Advance Program representative to discuss the process for transferring aid.
Q: Does JBU offer any scholarships for the Advance Programs?
A: There are currently no institutional scholarships available for the Advance Program. We encourage you to check with your employer, church, social clubs, etc. for outside scholarships to assist you.
Q: Is there any other aid in addition to scholarships?
A: There are several student loans available to adult students. Contact our Financial Aid Specialist for more information.
Q: Will I be considered a full-time or part-time student while in the Advance Program?
A: Students who are enrolled in the Advance Program are considered full-time students, making them eligible for the full award of financial aid. If you have transferred hours into the major requirements or are enrolled in the BIS or HCA emphasis, you will need to consult with our Financial Aid Specialist to determine whether you will be considered a full-time or part-time student.
