Find God's Purpose for Your Life

Year 1

Establish a firm foundation in the Word of God

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Discipleship

Be surrounded by mature believers that will inspire you on your journey.

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Curriculum

Be transformed by immersing yourself in the Word of God.

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Student Life

Feel at home and encouraged in a strong, faith-based community.

Your JourneyBegins

Do you want to find your purpose and reach God’s destination for your life? You know you need to make a change, but where do you start?

WE BELIEVE GOD’S WORD WILL PRODUCE THE CHANGE – EFFORTLESSLY

Your transformational journey begins here at Charis Bible College. You will encounter life-changing Biblical truths that will produce a renewed mind and establish a rich spiritual foundation. Find your purpose in Year 1 – Immersed in the Word of God.

  • Discover your identity and what God has given you.
  • Understand God’s true nature through His Word.
  • Make friends that will inspire you and help you grow.
  • Begin to discover your God-given purpose.
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“Year 1 has really established my heart in the Word of God and helped me grow with the Holy Spirit. God has changed my life through Charis. It's truly incredible and unlike any place in the world.”
Brianna Summeril
Brianna Summeril
Charis Student

Year 1 Options

Main Campus

  • 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  • Monday – Friday
  • Live Courses
  • 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Two Saturdays a month on campus
  • Live & Online Courses
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Online Campus

  • Start Charis anytime, anywhere
  • 8, 16, and 24 month payment plan options
  • Includes 24 months of course access
  • Also includes access to Andrew’s Living Commentary
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U.S. Extension Campuses

  • 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Two Saturdays a month on campus
  • 42 Online Courses
  • 1 Year to Complete
  • 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Two Saturdays a month on campus
  • 21 Online Courses
  • 2 Years to Complete
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International Campuses

We have 31 international Charis locations. Please contact an office directly for their available program enrollment options.

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"And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God."

Romans 12:2
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Year 1 Courses

  • Life Foundations
  • Healing
  • Holy Spirit I & II
  • Principles of Grace and Faith
  • Relationship with God
  • Love of God
  • How to Hear God
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Relationship with God

Our Year 1 program is all about foundations and discovery. Cultivating a strong foundation and relationship with God is key if you want to find His purpose for your life. Before the experiential application of ministry can be explored, it is vital that each student builds a firm foundation in the Word of God. No matter your age, background, or financial status there is a place for you at Charis! Apply now and take your first step toward finding your purpose at Charis Bible College.
Carrie Pickett
Director of Charis Bible College

Meet Your Instructors

Get to know our instructors and internationally-known guest speakers.

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Andrew Wommack

Founder and President

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Barry Bennett

Senior Instructor

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Mike & Carrie Pickett

Vice Presidents of Charis Bible College

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“I’ve grown and changed so much as a person through year one, learning that God loves me and wants the best for me. Because of that foundation I can love people like He loves them.”
Silas BeckCharis Student
Silas Beck
“In coming to Charis the Lord has really shown me what His love is like. The teaching, the fellowship, and the productions have all been life changing. I’ve been able to build friendships and see His love not only flow from other people but from myself too.”
Mercy ParnellCharis Student
Mercy Parnell
“At Charis I’ve been immersed in the Word of God and through that He has changed my life miraculously and deeply. This place is a safe haven and the fruit is obvious and abounding.”
Angela OnuzoCharis Student
Angela Onuzo

Have questions?

Our team would love to help!
(844) 360-9577
admissions@awmcharis.com
"This is going to jumpstart the rest of your life. You can never go wrong hiding the Word of God in your heart."
Carrie Pickett
Carrie Pickett
Director of Charis Bible College
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President and Founder

Andrew Wommack

Andrew Wommack was born on April 30th, 1949. Andrew and Jamie Wommack were married in 1972 and they have two sons and one granddaughter. He founded Andrew Wommack Ministries in 1978 and Charis Bible College in 1994. Andrew teaches across the country and the world through Conferences, Charis Bible College, and his TV show: The Gospel Truth – All with the desire to reach far and deep with the Gospel focusing on God’s unconditional love and grace.

Senior Instructor

Barry Bennett

Barry Bennett, a graduate of Christ for the Nations Institute in Dallas, Texas, has been serving the Lord since 1972. He and his wife, Betty Kay, have served on the mission field in Mexico, in Guatemala, and in Chile, where they spent almost twelve years before returning to Texas in 2001. Barry then became the director and principal teacher at a Spanish language Bible institute for five years. Before their years in Latin America, Barry and Betty Kay ministered to Cambodian refugees in inner city Dallas for two and a half years. They have also ministered in home groups, churches, and on short-term mission teams. After coming to Andrew Wommack Ministries in 2007, Barry worked initially as a prayer minister and, later, answered scriptural and doctrinal questions that came through mail and email. Today, Barry serves as a Senior Instructor at Charis Bible College and hosts a Gospel Truth Network show called “Free Indeed.” Barry is passionate about teaching the practical truths of God’s Word.

Executive Vice Presidents

Mike & Carrie Pickett

Mike and Carrie Pickett were married in 2006 and have two children. They lived sixteen years in Russia as full-time missionaries. Carrie graduated from Charis Bible College in 1999 and moved to Russia to plant a Charis Campus, where Mike would get connected and eventually direct Andrew Wommack Ministries, Russia. Now they are the Executive Vice Presidents of Charis Bible College as well as instructors, dedicated to using the Word of God to raise up leaders.