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1. How is ICMT different from the other Metaphysical Schools/Colleges? 2. Must I be of a particular religious background to enroll with ICMT? 3. Don't all schools of Metaphysics teach the same thing? 4. What should I look for when choosing a college of Metaphysics? 5. Who is the founder of the college? 6. Is it possible to talk to someone live prior to registration? 6. How does the tuition work? Do I pay for each degree program individually? 8. Does one receive a degree at all levels? 9. How are tests / exams conducted and what is the passing percentage? 10. Can a student get support with his / her studies? 11. The web site mentions "ordination". What does that mean? 12. When does one receive their Ministerial Ordination? 13. What is the Evaluation Fee applied toward? 14. Do I need previous college experience to be eligible to enroll? 15. Am I automatically guaranteed to receive my degree once I pay my tuition? 16. Is this program regionally accredited? 17. What if someone has to stop or put his studies “on hold” for a while? 18. What is the cancellation policy of the college? 19. Can I apply credit I receive from ICMT to an another college or university? 20. Will a transcript or letter of recommendation be available to me upon graduation? 21. Can my current or future employer contact the college to confirm my degree? 22. Can you send me a list of graduates and their contact information? 23. How long does the program run? Does one set the pace or is it a "fixed" time? 24. Do you accept credits from other schools? 25. Are student loans available to assist with tuition? 26. How are the classes run? Are they formal online classes or self-study? 27. What are the ways some of your Grads are using their degrees? 28. I see other similarly named schools. Are they associated in any way with ICMT? 29. How are the course materials delivered - and are there any additional charges? 30. What is the difference between the various degree titles ICMT confers?
Q. How is ICMT different from the other Metaphysical Schools/Colleges? A. Our undergraduate program is the only one based on upper division semester hours just like any regionally accredited College or University in the country. This makes ICMT the only program of its kind to incorporate formal education into a distance learning program. ICMT also provides a great deal of personal attention to each student. Many distance learning programs are not interactive - and in many cases, you may never receive personalized feedback on your coursework from your instructors! At ICMT, we don't believe that is an effective way to learn. We encourage a much higher degree of interactivity between students and faculty. Back to top of page
Q. Do I have to be of a particular religious background to take part in an ICMT Degree Program?
A. No. The college is non-denominational and does not associate with any particular religious beliefs - and we do not discriminate based on religion, cultural beliefs or ethnic origin. In the same vein, students enrolled in ICMT should be open-minded and tolerant toward the wide breadth of personal religious and cultural beliefs of other students, graduates and faculty of the college. Back to top of page
A. No. Some schools take the "fast-food" approach,
ICMT is different. From start to finish, you are encouraged to interact with the faculty. We are here to help guide you through the program whenever you need us. We feel this is a much more personalized approach and is of the utmost importance to the overall quality and effectiveness of your studies at ICMT.
Some schools teach only from the writings of their founder, potentially leaving the student with a weak understanding of the long and varied history of Metaphysical Thought throughout the ages. The curriculum at ICMT helps the student explore these topics in depth, thus creating a strong foundation of Metaphysical understanding.
Some schools waste the student's time with shallow readings of pop-culture topics that they could just as easily browse through on their own time. Instead, ICMT leads the student on a journey of self discovery, along with an understanding of how great thinkers of ages past dealt with the same big questions we still struggle with today in the 21st century - Who am I? - Why am I here? - What is our place in this Universe? - What is this Universal Energy? - What happens after I die? It is critical for the Metaphysician to have a thorough background and solid understanding of these concepts, their related theories and how they fit into the study and practice of Metaphysics so that he / she can go forward in the field with confidence.
The Degree Programs at ICMT are designed for those that want to embark on this journey of self-discovery and build a strong foundation of Metaphysical knowledge. It is a true "thinking-person's" degree program, not one where the student can simply coast through by parroting information directly out of a booklet or textbook. Those seeking to become Metaphysical Counselors, Healers, Writers or Educators will thrive in the Degree Programs at ICMT. Back to top of page
Q. What should I look for when choosing a college of Metaphysics?
A. We believe it is important to choose a school of higher learning based on the quality of education you will receive. Your decision should not be based simply on how much advertising a school does, how old the founder may be, or how many thousands of graduates have been processed through the program. Remember, the foundations of Metaphysical Thought are ancient. It is the curriculum of the program and the support and guidance of the faculty that will determine the value of the education you receive.
You'll also want to be sure to choose a college program that is operating under the guidelines of their State Department of Education and have been determined to meet the qualifying criteria to confer the degrees offered. If in doubt, or if the school does not mention such a qualification or demonstrate its religious-exempt status, you should contact the appropriate State Board of Education to confirm the school's legal status.
The State of Washington Higher Education Coordinating Board has determined that International College of Metaphysical Theology qualifies for religious exempt status under the Degree Authorization Act for the following programs:
Any person desiring information about the requirements of the ACT or the applicability of those requirements to the institution may contact the Board at P.O.Box 43430, Olympia, WA 98505-3430 - or visit them online: http://www.hecb.wa.gov
A. Dr. James R. Grant, Ph.D., D. Min. is the founder of our college. In addition, the college maintains a staff of advisers, working in conjunction with members of the Education Department of the State of Washington. Back to top of page
Q. Is it possible to talk to someone live prior to registration? A. Yes. Prospective and current students may contact the college at anytime by phone, fax or e-mail. Please see our registration page for contact information. We also have live chat support available directly from this web site. When leaving a message off-hours (whether by phone or live chat), please phrase your questions clearly and someone will get back to you via phone or email, whichever you chose. If your question is of a personal nature and you would prefer it to be answered by Dr. Grant, please state so and he, or one of his personal staff will get back to you. If your question can be answered by a staff member please state so. Back to top of page
Q. How does the tuition work? Do I pay for each degree program individually? A. Tuition at ICMT is all-inclusive. This means that the tuition for the Bachelors, Masters, Doctoral Degree programs, your Ministerial Ordination Course and Practitioner's Diploma, as well as the cost of all required text books is INCLUDED in your single tuition price. One of the most common questions we receive is "Is the tuition listed on the web site what I will pay for each Degree Program?" The answer is no. The tuition listed on our web site and promotional materials includes the cost for all degree programs and certifications combined.
Q. Does one receive a degree at all levels (Bachelors, Masters and Doctorate) upon the completion of each one, or only a Doctorate at the end of the program? What if someone does not want to go "all the way" but stop at the Masters level? A. A hard-copy of the degree certificate is sent to the graduate upon completion at each level. One who completes the entire program will have received three individual degrees - each as they are completed, as well as a Ministerial Ordination Certificate and a Metaphysical Practitioner's Diploma. Each degree level is comprised of separate and unique coursework and requirements. One may stop anytime during the program, however there is no refund on monies paid for lessons received, whether or not one completes those lessons, No further work would be required in that case, however the college has to be notified in writing that one is discontinuing their studies. Bachelors Degree graduates, upon completion of the ministerial studies of the College Seminary, receive their Ordained Metaphysical Minister certificate, and a Metaphysical Practitioner's Diploma. Tuition for the Ministerial Studies program is INCLUDED in your standard tuition amount. Those on an extended tuition financing plan must complete 1/3 of their tuition obligation before being eligible for the Bachelor's Degree - 2/3 of the tuition obligation must be completed prior to becoming eligible for the Master's Degree. Tuition must be paid in full prior to becoming eligible for the Doctoral Degree.
Q. How are tests / exams conducted and what is the passing percentage? A. All of our tests are objective in nature, which are similar to a bluebook exam. The college is not interested in having the student taking an open book exam to answer test questions, nor do we want the student to simply memorize facts for a test. The college takes a very objective view and is more interested in what students actually learn from their studies. Back to top of page
Q. Can a student get support with his / her studies? A. Absolutely yes. We will help in any way we can either by email or by phone. We realize that sometimes when exploring metaphysical subjects, the student may not always be exactly sure of what information the college is looking for in regard to a particular area of study. So, of course, we will discuss it with the student until there is an understanding of what we are looking for in the course. This personal approach is part of makes ICMT unique. Back to top of page
Q. The web site mentions "ordination". What does that mean? A. In order to perform marriages, funerals and baptismal ceremonies, one must be ordained within a church or religious order. Bachelor's Degree graduates complete their ordainment through the International College of Metaphysical Theology Seminary, which is a non-denominational ministry. Back to top of page A. The student is ordained after the completion of their Bachelors degree, and upon completion of the Ministerial Ordainment Studies. Q. How is the Application / Evaluation Fee applied? A. The International College of Metaphysical Theology undergraduate program is the only one based on upper division semester hours, just like any accredited College or University in the country. This makes ICMT the only program of its kind to incorporate formal education into a distance learning program. The Enrollment / Evaluation Fee covers the cost of reviewing, evaluating and applying your prior education and eligible related life-experience toward meeting the college's entrance requirements.
Back to top of page A. No. The main concern of ICMT is that incoming students are able to keep up with the required reading and writing assignments. Those who have 2 years of prior college work are normally considered to be able to read and write sufficiently at the college-level. This does not mean, however, that students without previous college experience are not eligible to enroll. In fact, incoming students without past college experience need only to show some equivalent experience through past work, writing, reading or research. If you are concerned about your reading and/or writing level, please make note of that on your degree program application. The college will then suggest resources and practice to help you brush-up on your skills. Our Admissions Staff will work closely with you during enrollment. You can help the process go smoothly by completing your application form as thoroughly as possible.
Q. Am I automatically guaranteed to receive my degree once I pay my tuition?
A. No. ICMT is a serious Institute of Higher Education. Please do not enroll with ICMT unless you are serious about your education and want to earn a degree that will give you a sense of accomplishment and pride upon completion. Q. Is this program regionally accredited by a private accrediting agency in the USA? A. We have chosen not to be at this time. Regional accreditation is strictly voluntary in the USA (and very costly). Rather than raise the cost of our program, we have decided not to go through that process at this time. We strive to bring our students the very best education at the lowest cost possible. The college considers its relationship with the State of Washington Higher Education Coordinating Board and our religious exemption as sufficient. Please note that the benefits of any new accreditations or affiliations the college may pursue in the future would be applicable to all past and future graduates.
Q. What if someone has to stop or put his studies “on hold” for a while? A. If a student needs to put their studies on hold for a while (longer than 3-months), they should contact the college to explain why and inform us when they expect to return. We would suspend their payments until such time that the college is notified that they are returning to their studies. To "stop" implies that the student is discontinuing their studies and has dropped out of the degree program.
Q. What is the cancellation policy of the college? A. There are no refunds on lessons sent, or on payments that have been made, with the exception of degree programs that have been paid for in full, in which case the college would prorate any refunds, less a $300 Administrative Fee. Otherwise, the student is responsible for the tuition and costs of their studies up to the point of officially dropping out of the degree program. Once the student informs the college that they are dropping out of the program, the college would then suspend the student and at that point the student would no longer be responsible for any future installment payments. If the student later asks to be reinstated, the balance of any remaining tuition payments, as well as any additional costs and fees would begin again at that time. Please see the Terms and Conditions document for more details.
Q. Can I apply credit I receive from ICMT to an another college, university or regionally-accredited institution?
A. As with any college program, the amount of credit given, if any, depends entirely on policy of evaluating institution. Just as ICMT reserves the right to determine transfer credit given for a student's past education toward the entrance requirements of our college, other institutions reserve the same right when determining how they will handle transfer credit. If you are planning to transfer credit from ICMT, or any other college, to another specific institution, it is suggested that you contact them in advance to ask about that school's unique policy toward transfer credit.
Back to top of page Q. Will a transcript or letter of recommendation be available to me upon graduation?
A. Yes, official transcripts are available for all degree program graduates. Whether requested by the graduate, or released to an employer or other educational institution specifically upon the graduate's written request. Back to top of page
Q. Can my current or future employer contact the college to confirm my degree qualification?
A. Yes. As mentioned previously, a graduate's transcript will be released (sent) to your employer or other educational institution upon personal written request of the graduate. It is important to note that the ICMT Privacy Policy requires that the graduate request release of their transcript in writing. Back to top of page
Q. Can you send me a list of graduates and their contact information? A. Graduate information is only released under direct written permission of the graduate - and only in those cases where transcripts are required by an employer or other educational institution. We do, however, occasionally add new testimonials from students and graduates to the web site when sent voluntarily. Back to top of page
Q. How long does the program run? Does one set the pace or is it a "fixed" time? A. The program is designed to be completed at your own pace. 2 years is the general guideline for completing the Bachelor's, Master's and Doctoral Degree programs. However, depending on the time the student has available to devote to his/her studies, the actual time needed to complete the program may be more or less than the 2-year guideline.
Q. Do you accept credits from other schools? A. Yes, the initial evaluation process is designed to evaluate and organize your prior education, professional background and life-experience.
Q. Are student loans available to assist with tuition? A. ICMT offers several Tuition Financing Options to incoming degree students that can suit almost any budget. Visit our Tuition Information page for complete details. A. The classes are self-guided. We have designed the courses to give the student maximum flexibility in their learning. As part of the program, Faculty Tutors are available to assist the student whenever needed.
Back to top of page Q. The curriculum looks very interesting. What are the ways some of your Grads are using their degrees? A. There are a multitude of areas in which graduates may use their ICMT Degrees. Some go into Metaphysical Counseling or Spiritual Healing. Other choose to write, speak professionally, teach, etc. Opening a Metaphysical or Spiritual Center is also an option. Ultimately what you do with your degree in the field of Metaphysics will depend on your personal goals and your level of motivation. Always keep in mind that no college degree in any field will guarantee you a successful career. Your success is your responsibility. Q. I see other similarly named schools. Are they associated in any way with ICMT? A. No. ICMT is not associated with any similar-sounding "schools" or programs, unless specifically stated on this website. Be cautious. Only the INTERNATIONAL College of Metaphysical Theology (MetaphysicsCollege.Com) is Approved by the State of Washington as a Religious-Exempt, Degree-Granting Institution.
Q. I've seen that some schools charge their degree students for textbooks, shipping, even to access their course materials electronically. How are the ICMT course materials delivered - and are there any additional or hidden charges? A. Tuition at ICMT is all-inclusive. Students do not pay for the shipping of any course materials. All required textbooks are included in the tuition cost and shipped to students at the college's expense. Our degree program materials are delivered to students in several formats; by regular mail (textbooks, some supplementary reading, etc.), by e-mail (correspondence from faculty, specialized reading materials and resources, etc.), and via the college's private Online Campus web site, where additional academic resources and administrative forms are available for 24-hour access. ICMT does not charge an additional fee for online access. Q. I see that some universities offer degrees specifically in "Doctor of Holistic Life Coaching", "Doctor of Metaphysical Healing Arts", etc. What is the real difference in the title? For example, what is the difference between Doctor of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry? A. In regard to degree titles: In our case, The State of Washington must review and approve each of the degree titles and programs we offer to ensure that the conferral of those degrees is in line with (and meets the requirements of) our approved status as a Religious-Exempt Institution. As for other colleges, each state has its own unique requirements and many are not as active in educational oversight as is the case with Washington State. It is usually a good idea to visit the State Department of Education web site (specific to the state of operation for any college you are considering) and make sure that the degree titles conferred by the school are within that state's guidelines. As for the differences between the Doctoral Titles: The degree of D. Min. has a more varied selection of options one can pursue, where the Doctor of Metaphysical Theology and the Doctor of Divinity Titles are much more specific in nature. The D.D., for example, would focus on religion, divinity and church-related topics, preparing one to become clergy. D.MT. would focus on the study of metaphysical philosophy / theology, which would be the path best suited for a Metaphysical Practitioner.
ICMT offers a doctorate in Holistic Life Coaching under the D. Min. degree. Metaphysical Healing would fall under the Metaphysical Theology (D.MT.) degree and Holistic Healing would come under the Doctor of Ministry ( D.Min.) degree. Back to top of page
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