Not all Christian colleges and universities are created equal. Parents and prospective students should investigate two important aspects of Christian higher education.
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We’re in the middle of college decision season. High school seniors are busy reviewing their financial aid packages, exploring options, and preparing for deadlines for housing deposits and offer acceptances. Many are still visiting campuses, trying to get clarity about their next steps.
Recently, I spoke to a large group of parents who were on campus with their sons or daughters for Spring Preview Day at Biola University. I outlined our institutional priorities and commitments. There’s a telos embedded in every institution; the issue is whether that telos corresponds with reality and what God says is supremely important. So there are several questions parents should ask when exploring or visiting a Christian college or university—questions any institution should welcome as reasonable.
