Pensacola Christian College

Pensacola Christian College is character building and the academics are tough. Because it is strict, students get more out of their college experience (no skipping classes, partying, or dating pressures). The fact that this college is not accredited may effect your future plans--research concerning that is recommended. I did have a problem with the nonaccredited status once with a state job, but the college helped out tremendously and sorted it all for me so that I kept my job.

Alumnus Male -- Class 2000

I have been very appalled at what I read. I will not mention any names or specific reviews as requested, but I must say, your'e right, PCC is not for everyone. However, God does call some people there and it is extremely discouraging to read many of these reviews. Honestly, if you feel God has called you, don't let anything anyone says or does ever deter you from doing so. Yes, some of the rules seem tough and maybe a little outlandish sometimes, I don't agree with everything, and yes, I have balked at the authority sometimes, but you know, according to the Bible that is wrong. You recieve a book of the eneral rules before you come and you get a more detailed one when you get here, but with the right attitude towards authority which you are supposed to have anyways, it won't be that hard. The classes I have taken are extremely practical. I have learned many things and feel so much more prepared to serve God on the mission field. And so you say, oh she's a Bible major used to the rules and willing to live like that for the rest of my life. Not really!! For those of you going into the professional fields, I have taken several classes, and have had plenty of roommates to know- the classes, faculty, and staff are excellent!!!!! Many of the teachers are fresh out of college, but that simply means that they know excatly what they're talking about, cause they just studied it, and it's also a blessing, because they know what's t like to be a student. True, the more seasoned teachers are stricter and more challenging, but that gives the school an excellent balance.

As to the staff and deans, most of them are so wonderful. The people that stick out the most in my mind would be Dean Ohman, Dean Baer, Miss Covey, and Miss Christina Morris. They have all been wonderful examples and encouragements to me. When I did do something against the rules and had to be reprimanded by them, it was all in the way I responded to their correction. And that is the basic jist of it all. It's all in your attitude. And if you need an attitude adjustment, just listen up in chapel. The variety and excellent spirit of the chapel speakers has changed my life(through the Holy Spirit of course!!!!)I would definitely recommend this school to anyone. NO it's not for everyone and it's going to take sweat, blood and tears to get through, but you know what -- so does the rest of life!!! That is not menat to be harsh. It's simply the truth. My prayers go with you as you decide on which college GOD wants you to attend.

3rd Year Female -- Class 2005

Campus Aesthetics: A+, Scholastic Success: B+

I would say that PCC is not for everyone. PCC has rules that are not always agreeable. Most of the rules have a good reason for beeing there. Even some of the faculty do not agree with all the rules, but they say the rules are there to keep unity in the College. College people are always pushing the limits to see how far they can take the rules. Well, if the rules are set high enough the poeple can not push the limits enough to cause themselves or someone else to sin. PCC's goal is to allow each student to go to bed every night with a clear conscience. The rules allow for that to happen. While I was there for my four years in the nursing program I had to contually remind myself that God has a purpose for me to be there. I also focused on the great education that I was receiving at PCC. I would not trade my education for anything. PCC has equipped me with the skills that I needed to do well in nursing. Surviving through the rules was a very small price to pay for what they had given me. I have and still would reccommmend PCC to perspective NURSING students because of the education they will equip you with to be the best possible nurse. I may not agree with all the rules, but it is only 4 years. If I can do it, anyone can live through PCC.

4th Year Female -- Class 2004

Education Quality: A+, Surrounding City: F