Welcome from the President
Dear Friend,
Thank you for your interest in Carolina Bible Institute & Seminary. Our mission is to equip men and women with a strong knowledge of the Word of God and the tools to serve the Lord faithfully.
At CBIS, you can begin with our required foundational course, Bible Chronology, which takes students through the entire Bible and its major doctrines. From there, students can pursue diplomas, associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, and advanced degrees in Ministry, Theology, or Christian Education. We offer flexible study options—on campus or online—so that every student has an opportunity to grow.
If you’re ready to prepare yourself for greater service, we invite you to join us. It’s never too late to begin!
Yours in Christ,
Dr. Eric Narron, President
General Information
Founded in 1975 by Dr. Floyd B. Cherry, Carolina Bible Institute began as a Bible Institute and expanded to include a Seminary in 1987. We are located in Pine Level, NC, near the intersection of I-95 and US 70, making us accessible from every direction.
We are independent, Baptistic in theology, and committed to faithfully teaching God’s Word. CBIS is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International and is accredited by the Accrediting Commission International.
Statement of Faith
We believe: – The Bible (Old & New Testaments) is the inspired, infallible, and inerrant Word of God.
– God is Triune: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
– Jesus Christ was born of a virgin, lived sinlessly, died vicariously for our sins, rose bodily, ascended to heaven, and will return bodily to establish His Millennial Kingdom.
– Salvation is by grace through faith, with new birth through the regenerating work of the Holy Spirit.
– The Holy Spirit indwells believers and baptizes them into the body of Christ at conversion.
Admission Requirements
• A completed Student Application.
• High school diploma or GED required for degree programs (may enroll prior to completion with documentation).
Carolina Bible Institute & Seminary admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, and programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students. We are a Christian school and therefore only accept professing Christians as students. We are also nondiscriminatory in our policy of hiring employees.
Conduct Expectations
CBIS is a Christian institution. Students are expected to:
– Demonstrate Christlike conduct on and off campus.
– Maintain modest dress.
– Refrain from the use of alcohol, tobacco, or illegal drugs on campus.
Grievance Policy
Students should first address concerns with their instructor. If unresolved, they may appeal to the Registrar, and then, if necessary, to the President whose decision is final.
The State Authorization Unit of the University of North Carolina System Office serves as the official state entity to receive complaints concerning post-secondary institutions that are authorized to operate in North Carolina. If students are unable to resolve a complaint through the institution’s grievance procedures, they can review the Student Complaint Policy (PDF) and submit their complaint using the online complaint form at Student Complaints Site
For more information contact:
North Carolina Post-Secondary Education Complaints
223 S. West Street, Suite 1800
Raleigh, NC 27603
(919) 962-4550
To file a complaint with the Consumer Protection Division of the North Carolina Department of Justice, please visit The State Attorney General’s web page at: NCDOJ site. North Carolina residents may call (877) 566-7226. Outside of North Carolina, please call (919) 716-6000. En Espanol (919) 716-0058. If you choose to mail a complaint, please use the following address:
Consumer Protection Division
Attorney General’s Office
Mail Service Center 9001
Raleigh, NC 27699-9001
Missed classes
When a student misses more than three (3) classes without prior approval by the instructor, additional work will be required or a drop in grade or both. We do encourage our students to attend the revival meetings in their own Churches (one per semester) and consider that an excused absence.
Financial Information
Registration Fee (one-time): $25
Tuition (per semester hour): $85
Graduation Fee: $75
All tuition and fees must be paid in full before transcripts or diplomas are issued.
Refund Policy:
– Withdraw within first 30 days: 100% refund.
– Withdraw within first 60 days: 50% refund.
– After 60 days: No refund.
Scholarships: Limited scholarships are available by application and are awarded at the discretion of the administration.
Programs of Study
Program Requirements Total Hours Paper Required
Certificate in Bible Bible Chronology & Doctrine No Requirements 24 hrs Not Required
Diploma in Bible Certificate + Institute coursework 48 hrs Not Required
Associate (Ministry/Theology/Christian Education) Diploma + additional studies 64 hrs 2,500 words Research Paper
Graduate of Theology (Th.G.) Associate + further studies 96 hrs 5,000 words Research Paper
Bachelor’s (Ministry/Theology/Christian Education) Th.G. + additional studies 126 hrs 10,000 words Research Paper
Master’s (Ministry/Theology/Christian Education) Bachelor’s + advanced coursework 186 hrs 15,000 words Research Paper
Note: CBIS offers doctoral programs on special occasions; contact the school for additional details.
Courses
Bible & Theology
• Bible Chronology & Doctrine
• Acts I & II
• Genesis
• Daniel
• Romans
• Revelation
• Survey of the Old Testament
• Survey of the New Testament
• Four Gospels
• Gospel of John
• Gospel of Luke
• General Epistles
• Pentateuch
• Major Prophets
• Minor Prophets
• Old Testament Historical Books
• Poetic Books of the Old Testament
• Life of Christ I, II
• Eschatology
• Dispensational Theology
• Creation Science
• Systematic Theology I, II
• Doctrine of the Bible
• Hermeneutics I, II
• Inspiration & Authority of Scripture
Ministry & Pastoral Training
• Homiletics I, II
• Pastoral Theology & Methods
• Church Administration
• Church History I, II
• History of the Free Will Baptist Church
• The Work of the Local Church
• Hermeneutics I, II
• Evangelism I, II
• Pastoral Leadership
• Leadership for Church Administration
• Leadership for Preaching & Worship
• Leadership for Outreach & Care
• Leading a Small Church
• Strategies of Administration
• Promotional Strategies
• Growing an Evangelistic Sunday School
Christian Education
• Christian Education Intro
• Biblical Christian Education
• Creative Bible Teaching
• Teaching With Style
• Expanding Ministry
• Multimedia Techniques
• Youth Ministry I, II
• The Sunday School 101
• Church & Its Ministry
• Personal Christian Growth 101
• Christian Family
• Music & Worship
• Church Music I & II
Apologetics, Counseling, & Specialized Studies
• Christian Apologetics I, II, III
• The Cults
• Christian Counseling
• Advanced Counseling I, II, III
• Jewish Roots of Christianity
Languages, Culture, & Historical Studies
• Introduction to Biblical Languages
• New Testament Greek I, II, III
• Introduction to Biblical Hebrew
• Biblical Hebrew II
• Archaeology & Geography of the Holy Land
• Manners & Customs of Bible Times
Academic & Research Requirements
• English Grammar for Preaching & Writing
• English: Composition & Speaking
• Research Papers (various levels)
Looking Ahead
Carolina Bible Institute & Seminary remains committed to its founding vision: Training for Christian Service. As we grow, our goal is to continue equipping pastors, teachers, missionaries, and lay leaders with biblical knowledge and practical ministry skills.
For more information, visit us at:
Carolina Bible Institute & Seminary
P.O. Box 280, Pine Level, NC 27568
Phone: (919) 965-6364
Email: info@cbibible.com
Carolina Bible Institute & Seminary is a member in good standing with the Association of Christian Schools International. We are accredited by the Accrediting Commission International. We are chartered by the State of North Carolina as a nonprofit corporation for the purpose of operating a Bible Institute and Seminary and “such other enterprises as are necessary for the dissemination of biblical knowledge and training.”
The degree programs offered by Carolina Bible Institute and Seminary have been found exempt from the requirement of licensure under provisions of North Carolina General Statute Section (G.S.) 116-15 for exemption from licensure with respect to religious education….Exemption from licensure is not based upon any assessment of program quality under established licensing standards.