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ARISE Australia

Dive into the narrative of Scripture and discover your place in the story. Your life will never be the same again.

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ARISE Australia 2025 Update

Registration for the 2025 ARISE Australia class will open on September 1, 2024. Mark your calendars and prepare to register early to secure your spot.

Program Details

Location

ARISE Australia takes place at the Kingscliff SDA Church in New South Wales, a few minutes south of the Gold Coast.

Dates

February 3 to May 4, 2025
Students should plan to arrive on February 2, 2025, to settle into their accommodations.

Accommodation

Students will be housed in apartments near the church.

Meals

Breakfast and lunch are provided on all class days (Monday-Thursday). Students are responsible for supper each day and all meals from Friday through Sunday.

Tuition

$5800 Price listed in Australian Dollars (AUD)

This includes tuition, accommodations, and meals. Cost of books is not included. Students not bringing a vehicle are responsible for a $300 fuel fee.

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How to Apply

Good things come in threes. Like the steps to apply to ARISE.

  1. 1

    Read the Handbook

    If you're going to spend three months of your life with us, you probably want to know what it will be like! The handbook explains everything.

    Download Handbook »
  2. 2

    Apply

    The next step is to fill out the online application form. We encourage you to take your time and think about your answers as you work through this process.

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  3. 3

    Reference Forms

    After submitting your application, please ask three people to complete this reference form. They should be people who've known you for at least six months and are not related to you.

    Reference Form »

Frequently Asked Questions

Here you will find the answers to all of your questions—well, maybe not all…. If you can't find your answer here, just send an email to info@ariseaustralia.org and we will promptly get back to you with a response.

  • How long does it take to find out if I am accepted?

    Once we receive a completed online application, application fee, and three references, we will typically review the application and email a final decision within one to two weeks. The longest wait is usually for reference forms, so applicants should be sure to ask their references to submit the online reference forms as soon as possible.

  • How does ARISE compare to other evangelism schools?

    Because we have not done comparative research on any other program, the best way to see the difference between our program and any other is to compare the information (curriculum, instructors, philosophy, format, etc.) from each school. An important thing to note is that our primary goal is not to train Bible workers, pastors, or evangelists, though some of our graduates do follow those career paths. Rather, our goal is to develop disciples and strengthen their relationships with Christ. Most of our students do not come with the purpose of going into full-time ministry. Though some feel called to full-time ministry after the program, most graduates go back to their schools, churches, and communities as lay members who have a passion to spread the gospel.

  • What is the typical age of the people in the program?

    We only accept students that are at least 18 years old by the time the program begins. However, there is no age limit in our program. The majority of our students are typically between 18-30, but we've also had students in their 40s, 50s, and 60s, and beyond.

  • What is the size of the class?

    We usually plan our class sizes to be around 25-30 students, which allows for an ideal student-to-teacher ratio.

  • Can I get college credit for going through the ARISE program?

    ARISE is not an accredited school. Therefore, we cannot guarantee college/university credit for completing the program. Although ARISE is able to issue a transcript, it is at the discretion of each receiving school whether they will validate completion of the ARISE training towards academic credit(s).

  • Does ARISE hire graduates or place them in ministry positions?

    We do not hire graduates and cannot guarantee full- or part-time ministry positions elsewhere after the completion of the program. However, we occasionally receive calls from churches, conferences, or ministries with job opportunities, and these are shared with our alumni network.

  • What am I equipped to do after the program?

    ARISE is a discipleship training program that aims to teach the loving character of God through the biblical narrative and to give instruction on how to be an effective witness for Christ. Lord willing, this will result in our students going back to their jobs, schools, and churches as on-fire disciples for Jesus. Some graduates feel called by God to go into full-time ministry, and our program can help build a foundation for that. However, our primary goal is to equip people to be disciples in any career path they pursue or walk of life.

  • Does ARISE help international students get a visa?

    Since ARISE is not an accredited school, attendees of our program are not officially students from an immigration standpoint. Therefore, they do not need a special visa for international students, such as an I-20. International attendees typically apply for a visitor or tourist visa, such as a B-1 or B-2. Some countries allow their citizens to be in the United States for up to six months without requiring a visa. Prospective attendees need to contact their country’s immigration office for details. At the time of acceptance, ARISE will provide international attendees with an official invitation letter, which includes dates, housing information, ARISE’s address, a description of the program, etc.

  • Can I work or study while attending ARISE?

    Due to the very intense schedule and the need to be focused throughout the program, students are not allowed to work or take other classes while attending ARISE.

  • Does ARISE have work that I can do to put towards my tuition?

    We do not have any positions available before, during, or after the program for students. Our tuition policies state that all tuition amount must be paid before the start of the program.

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