Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Kilns College Located?

Kilns College is located at 550 SW Industrial Way, Suite 44, in lovely Bend Oregon.

What Should I Expect After I Request or Fill Out an Application Form?

E-mail interest from our web or written interest requests will receive a Letter of Interest that includes the Course Outline for the semester, a Course Overview, a booklet describing Kilns College (vision, mission, etc.) and an Application form with a return envelope.

After we receive your completed Application Form with payment, you will be sent an Acceptance Letter that will include information on how to complete the registration process, info on the bookstore, how to get a syllabus, books, etc., and will let you know that Trisha, Dean of Students will be contacting you (for credit students only).

Following the Welcome Letter your contact information will be forwarded to the professor(s) of the class(es) you will be taking. They will contact you with any further instructions concerning their class, books, etc.

Is Kilns College Accredited?

No, Kilns College is not accredited at this time. However, we do have state approval from the Student Assistance Commission, Office of Degree Authorization. We are the only ODA approved Theology and Missions Studies Diploma program east of the Cascades.

Is Kilns College Associated With A Denomination Or Church?

No, Kilns College is nondenominational. It is its own 5013C nonprofit organization. While remaining our own entity with our own Board of Directors and Advisory Board, we do seek to partner with local churches and organizations in the area for mutual benefit.

Do I have to be a Christian to take classes at Kilns?

No. Although Kilns is a Christian College, and all faculty are committed evangelical Christians, the college does not require a faith commitment by its students. Students should expect, and contribute to, a peaceful and respectful environment for anyone who chooses to attend.

Are My Credits Transferable To Other Colleges And Universities?

For current status on transferability of Kilns College credits please view our State Authorization & Transfer Agreements page.

I'm Very Intersted In Foreign Missions.  How Does Kilns College Help Me Pursue That Goal?

Kilns College is unique in its missions focus. The whole educational philosophy is designed around the idea that everyone has a calling to be on mission with God in this world… whether as an artist, businessman, engineer, teacher, aid worker, – either locally in the states or abroad in Africa, Asia, South America, or Timbuktu – or anything else that God might be calling you to. Some Specific Points On Missions Are:

  • Missions opportunities through our missions partners.
  • Networking and interaction with key people in national and international missions, relief and development organizations.
  • Classes designed specifically on the history of missions, cultural anthropology, contemporary issues in missions and development and much more.
  • There will be regular guest lectureships from experts in the field of missions, development and social justice.
  • We are pursuing a sister school relationship with PTI, a new school beginning in Burundi, Africa
  • Our mission partners are the means with which we ground our vision as a “Missions School” as well as provide trips, networks, opportunities and relationships for them as they explore their future role in changing the world.
  • We are currently partnered with World Relief Next, offering a variety of trips throughout Africa and Asia, Youth World International, offering a trip to Quito, Ecuador and Eternity Bible College, offering an exciting trip to Israel.
  • Students will also have a Missions Director available to help them strategize specific trips, as well as guide them towards various missions opportunities and contacts.