General Information

GENERAL INFORMATION

Statement of Purpose

Reed Christian College was founded in 1938, to prepare young men and women for useful and responsible living. Its founder, the late Reverend Granville W. Reed, envisioned the need for an institution of higher learning that would be interracial, nonsectarian and ecumenical in its outreach. Beyond the formal features of curriculum, facilities and equipment, the college is characterized by a spirit of sympathetic family relationships. The best possible faculty has been assembled in order to provide qualitative instruction and enriching student-faculty relations. Every effort consistent with high standards has been made and is being made constantly, to keep costs for the student as low as possible so that the doors of Reed Christian College will always be open to ambitious and deserving students regardless of ethnic origin or economic circumstance.

Location of the School

Compton, where the school is located, is in the vicinity of other thriving communities such as Long Beach, South Gate, Lynwood, Downey, Watts and just a few minutes drive from Los Angeles, Inglewood and other communities. This situation affords opportunity for active participation in all major denominations. Reed Students are expected to attend and participate each Sunday in activities of at least one church service of their choice.

The Extended Day

The College class schedule includes an “Extended Day” program which features offering of regular courses during the evening hours. This “Extended Day” is designed to make possible a college education and graduation for those who are employed during the regular day hours.

VETERANS: Veterans who plan to attend under Public Law 550 should apply to Veterans Administration for a Certificate of Eligibility, which should be presented at the time of registration to avoid delay in payment of the subsistence allotment. Veterans who plan to use the benefits of Public Law 16 should consult their nearest Veterans Administration Regional Office. Veterans who are inducted in California may be able to obtain a $1,000.00 allotment for education after the G.I. Bill has expired.

FOREIGN STUDENTS: Reed Christian College is authorized by the Immigration Authorities to accept qualified students from foreign countries. Applicants are required to submit the following credentials in addition to the regular requirements:
Certification by a qualified person that the applicant’s command of the English language is adequate to enable him to understand and use it effectively.
Evidence that the applicant has sufficient financial resources to support himself in this country for the duration of his intended stay. He must have a bona fide sponsor in the United States who is able and willing to assure him financial and other aid as needed.
Official approval from­­­­_____________________________________ is necessary to the completion of student’s acceptance.
Information concerning visa requirements should be obtained from the nearest United States Consul.

Resources, Facilities and Maintenance

Reed Christian College is NOT underwritten by large donors, and has no endowment. It is maintained entirely by faith. The registration fees and tuitions do not approximate current expenses. The professors, students, Board of Trustees, Faculty, Alumni and friends are concerned sacrificially, about the need of the school, and that this work of the school shall function with increasing effectiveness. We trust that the Lord, working through His faithful stewards, will provide our daily needs. It is hoped that many will find it desirable to contribute the expenses necessary to the implementation of its program.

Fees

1.
Installment of tuition
$3.00
2.
Late Registration
5.00
3.
Special Examinations
3.00
4.
Transcripts after the first
2.00
5.
Radios and other appliances
3.00
6.
Graduation with diploma
10.00
7.
Graduation with degree
15.00

Graduation Requirements

All graduations leading to conferring of degrees require the development and presentation of an acceptable thesis of 40-50 pates, for the B. Th. Degrees; and a thesis officially approved and accepted numbering 40 pages for the B.D. degree.
A minimum of 128 semester units of credit.
A minimum grade point average of 2.00 for all courses undertaken at this school.
A minimum of one year, or the equivalent, of resident study completing at least the final thirty two (32) semester hours at this school.
Payment of all bills due to the school at least 6 weeks before the day of graduation.
Proficiency in the use of the English language.
Evidence of a true Christian life while enrolled in this school.

Community Service

It is the policy of Reed Christian College to make its cultural influences, facilities and institutional organization available for community service.
The auditorium, chapel, classrooms, campus grounds, and parking facilities can be arranged for public convenience and service. Such organizations as Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts units training at the troop, council and regional level; city-wide meetings such as the Urban League, city and County-wide P.T.A. meetings, Sunday School and B.T.U. Congress and similar character building organizations are welcomed.

Members of the College Faculty and student body are pleased to share their services in any way which contributes to community welfare. Faculty and members and students who come from various States and sections of the country, and from other lands, bring with them a variety of talents and experiences which is frequently called upon by these organizations. Organizations and groups interested in utilizing any of these community services are cordially invited to notify the college. Wherever possible the college will be pleased to serve.

Religious Life

The college sets aside certain definite periods for religious observance so that a constant religious emphasis may be made. These observances are: The Chapel Hour, The Sunday School, the Sunday Vesper Services, held regularly as announced; and such other special service held occasionally as may be appropriate. These periods of devotion and study are fully described in the current student handbook.