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  • Yes. Chapel remains central to the spiritual life of Jessup University and is the primary way students earn Discipleship Spiritual Life Credits. Students are expected to participate consistently throughout the semester.

  • The number of SLCs you need depends on how many transfer units you had when you enrolled at Jessup.

    Beginning Summer/Fall 2026:

    Accepted Transfer Units

    SLC Requirement

    • 0–29 units - 20 SLCs

    • 30–59 units - 15 SLCs

    • 60–89 units- 10 SLCs

    • 90+ units - 8 SLCs

    If you enrolled before Summer 2026, your graduation requirement remains as follows.

    Accepted Transfer Units

    • 0-44 units = 12 Spiritual Life Credits required to graduate

    • 45-59 units = 10 Spiritual Life Credits required to graduate

    • 60-74 units = 8 Spiritual Life Credits required to graduate

    • 75+ units = 6 Spiritual Life Credits required to graduate

  • Students earn SLCs through two categories:

    • Discipleship (Chapel, Spiritual Formation Groups, mentorship, retreats, etc.)

    • Service (local churches, community service, outreach, ministry opportunities, etc.)

  • Yes. The updated policy encourages students to complete approximately half of their credits through Discipleship and half through Service, creating a more balanced approach to spiritual formation.

  • Every 10 Chapel attendances earns 1 Discipleship Spiritual Life Credit. Chapel is Jessup's primary discipleship pathway and one of the easiest ways to make progress toward your graduation requirement.

  • Most Service and Discipleship activities require students to submit the appropriate SLC form with any required verification. Chapel attendance is tracked separately through iAttended and Campus Ministries.

  • Approved paid ministry roles may count toward SLCs, subject to Campus Ministries guidelines, documentation requirements, and semester limits. Examples may include:

    • Youth ministry

    • Worship ministry

    • Kids ministry

    • Church internships

    • Other approved ministry involvement

    Paid ministry roles must include meaningful ministry engagement and require supervisor verification. Students may earn up to 2 Service SLCs per semester in the Paid Ministry Role category.

    Campus Ministries reserves the right to determine whether a paid ministry role qualifies for SLC credit.

  • No. The previous Chapel Petition process has been replaced by the new SLC Exception Request process for students experiencing significant circumstances that affect their ability to complete Chapel or other Spiritual Life Credit requirements.

    Spiritual Life Credit exceptions are intended to be rare and are not guaranteed. The process exists to review unique circumstances with care, consistency, and alignment with the spiritual formation goals of Jessup University. Exceptions may not be used as a substitute for regular participation in Chapel, Spiritual Formation Groups, service opportunities, mentorship, or other approved discipleship activities.

  • You can track your approved Spiritual Life Credits through your student portal. We recommend checking your progress regularly to ensure you're on pace to meet your graduation requirement.

  • The biggest change is that Chapel and Spiritual Life Credits now work together as one unified spiritual formation program. Instead of operating as separate requirements, Chapel now serves as Jessup's primary Discipleship pathway while students continue growing through both Discipleship and Service experiences.

What's Changed?

  • The Fall 2026 Spiritual Life Credit (SLC) policy represents the next step in Jessup University's commitment to student spiritual formation. While some requirements have changed, our mission has not.

    The updated policy is designed to create a clearer, more consistent pathway for students to grow through worship, discipleship, service, Christian community, and vocational reflection. Rather than simply completing requirements, we want every student to develop healthy spiritual rhythms that will continue long after graduation.

    Below are some of the most significant updates to the Spiritual Life Credit program.

  • What changed?

    Previously, Chapel attendance and Spiritual Life Credits operated as two completely separate programs. Students were required to attend Chapel each semester, while Spiritual Life Credits were earned independently through discipleship and service experiences.

    Beginning Fall 2026, Chapel serves as Jessup's primary Discipleship pathway within the Spiritual Life Credit program.

    Why it matters

    This change brings together two programs that have always shared the same purpose—helping students grow in their relationship with Jesus. Instead of viewing Chapel as simply an attendance requirement, it is now recognized as one of the primary ways students fulfill their Spiritual Life Credit graduation requirement.

  • What changed?

    Under the previous policy, students only needed to complete one Discipleship credit and one Service credit. The remaining credits could come from either category.

    The new policy encourages students to complete approximately half of their credits through Discipleship and half through Service.

    Why it matters

    Spiritual formation involves both being formed by Christ and serving others in His name. The updated structure reflects Jessup's belief that healthy discipleship includes worship, prayer, Scripture, Christian community, and practical acts of service.

  • What changed?

    The updated policy introduces a standardized five-hour credit model for Service experiences and requires at least ten hours of participation before Discipleship credits are awarded.

    Why it matters

    Rather than rewarding isolated events, the new model encourages students to build lasting habits of worship, service, mentorship, and Christian community throughout their time at Jessup.

  • What changed?

    Students may now earn up to five Spiritual Life Credits per semester, an increase from the previous limit of four.

    Why it matters

    The increased semester limit provides greater flexibility for students who are actively engaged in Campus Ministries, local churches, and community service while still encouraging steady participation throughout their college experience.

  • What changed?

    During the Spring 2026 pilot, Chapel attendance became voluntary and financial accountability measures were temporarily removed while Campus Ministries evaluated a new credit-based model.

    Following that pilot, the University adopted a revised policy that maintains the Spiritual Life Credit model while reaffirming Chapel as the central gathering for worship and spiritual formation.

    Why it matters

    Chapel has always been one of the defining rhythms of life at Jessup. Gathering together as a community to worship, hear God's Word, and pray remains foundational to our mission of forming students into lifelong disciples of Jesus Christ.

  • What changed?

    While several policies and procedures have been updated, the purpose of the Spiritual Life Credit program remains the same.

    Why it matters

    The Spiritual Life Credit program is not simply about completing a graduation requirement. It exists to help students establish rhythms of worship, discipleship, service, and Christian community that shape who they become during their time at Jessup—and continue long after they leave campus.

  • Our hope is that every student graduates with more than a degree. We want every graduate to leave Jessup with a deeper love for Jesus, meaningful relationships within Christian community, and lifelong habits of worship, service, and discipleship. The updated Spiritual Life Credit program is designed to support that mission every step of the way.

How to Attend Chapel

A quick guide to checking in, tracking your attendance, and making sure you receive Chapel credit.

  • There are three chapel opportunities every week.

    Mondays @ 7 pm - 7:50 pm, 8 pm - 8:50 PM | Student Union

    Wednesday @ 9:30 am - 10:20 am | Chapel Warehouse

    Friday @ 9:30 am - 10:20 am | Chapel Warehouse

  • Jessup uses the iAttended app to record Chapel attendance.

    To receive Chapel credit:

    • Download the iAttended app.

    • Sign in using your Jessup student email.

    • Check in when instructed during Chapel.

    • Make sure your attendance is successfully submitted before leaving.

  • The iAttended app is available for both:

    • Apple App Store

    • Google Play Store

    Download the app before your first Chapel so you're ready to check in.

    Download iAttended

  • If the iAttended app is malfunctioning on your phone, complete the following steps:

    • Make sure you're using the latest version of the app.

    • Try reconnecting to Wi-Fi or cellular data.

    • Uninstall and reinstall the app.

    • Make sure you sign in with your Jessup.edu email.

    • If the issue continues, contact Campus Ministries as soon as possible so your attendance can be verified.

  • Your chapel attendance is updated immediately after every chapel. You can view your chapel attendance in the iAttended App (or at iAttendedapp.com) under the “Attended” tab.

    You can also view your attendance by clicking on chapel attendance in your student portal in my.jessup.edu.

  • No.

    Beginning Fall 2026, Chapel credit is earned through in-person participation.

  • You can open the iAttended app to view your attendance history and confirm that your Chapel check-in was successfully recorded.

    Keep in mind that attendance records are reviewed before Chapel credit is officially posted to your student record.

  • Chapel attendance and Spiritual Life Credits are different.

    • iAttended shows your Chapel attendance.

    • Your student portal (CAMS) shows your official Spiritual Life Credits after they have been reviewed and posted by Campus Ministries.

  • If you were present but were unable to check in because of a technical issue or another legitimate circumstance, contact Campus Ministries as soon as possible. Attendance corrections may be possible when appropriate documentation or verification is available.

  • Yes.

    Students are expected to participate in the full Chapel experience. Leaving early or checking in without meaningfully participating may result in attendance not being counted.

  • For questions about:

    • Chapel attendance

    • iAttended

    • Missing attendance

    • Chapel credit

    • Spiritual Life Credits

    contact the Campus Ministries Office (Campusministries@jessup.edu)

Our Chapel Experience

  • Yes. Chapel is a central part of the Jessup experience and one of the primary ways students grow in worship, Scripture, prayer, and Christian community. While Spiritual Life Credits are measured over your time at Jessup rather than on a weekly basis, students are expected to participate consistently in Chapel each semester.

  • Chapel is more than a requirement—it is the heartbeat of spiritual life at Jessup. It is where students, faculty, and staff gather as one community to worship, hear God's Word, pray together, and be formed as disciples of Jesus. Because of its central role, Chapel is the University's primary Discipleship pathway for earning Spiritual Life Credits.

  • Chapel follows the standard Discipleship credit model.

    • Your first 10 Chapel attendances earn 1 Discipleship SLC.

    • Every additional 10 Chapel attendances earn 1 additional SLC.

    • Students may earn up to 5 total SLCs per semester across all approved Spiritual Life Credit activities.

  • Partially.

    Students are encouraged to complete a balanced combination of Discipleship and Service credits. However, because Chapel is Jessup's primary discipleship experience, additional Chapel participation may reduce your remaining Service requirement through the Chapel Exception.

  • No additional SLC form is required for regular Chapel attendance.

    Your attendance is tracked through the University's attendance system. Chapel credits become official after Campus Ministries reviews and posts them to your student record. Students are encouraged to regularly check their SLC progress through their student portal.

  • We use the iAttended app. You must have the app downloaded on your phone. QR codes will be available at the chapel entrance/exit or displayed on screen.

  • Students are encouraged to attend Chapel consistently throughout the semester.

    Students who do not meet the semester Chapel attendance benchmark may be considered Chapel Non-Compliant and may be subject to the University's Chapel Non-Compliance process, which includes a signed acknowledgment and, if applicable, a financial accountability measure. Students with documented circumstances may request an exception or submit an appeal.

  • No.

    Beginning Fall 2026, Chapel credit is earned through in-person participation. The Spiritual Life Credit program emphasizes gathering together in worship and Christian community as an essential part of spiritual formation. The policy does not provide online Chapel as an approved pathway for earning Chapel credit.

  • If a documented circumstance significantly limits your ability to attend Chapel or complete your Spiritual Life Credit requirements, you may submit an SLC Exception Request. Campus Ministries reviews requests on a case-by-case basis and may approve alternative pathways or other accommodations when appropriate. Generally speaking, class conflicts, athletic commitments, internships, will not qualify for exemptions. Exemptions are for exceedingly challenging situations.

  • If you believe your attendance was recorded incorrectly or you were denied Chapel credit in error, contact Campus Ministries as soon as possible. Students may also submit an appeal if additional documentation is available.

  • Spiritual Life Credits are cumulative over your time at Jessup, so additional Chapel attendance in future semesters can continue to earn Discipleship SLCs. However, Chapel Non-Compliance is evaluated on a semester-by-semester basis using that semester's attendance benchmark. Once the chapels have concluded for the semester you can not complete make up assignments or chapels to fulfill your requirement.

  • It is the responsibility of each student to track their own Chapel credits via the Iattended App to ensure you fufill your requirement each semester. We recommend checking your chapel attendance on a weekly basis in Iattended.

    If for any reason, you have a Chapel credit missing, please fill out the Missing Chapel Form.

    • Students will have two weeks after a Chapel date to notify Campus Ministries of a Chapel credit missing.

    • If the student does not notify Campus Ministries within two weeks of the given Chapel date, credit will not be given.

Earning & Tracking SLC Credits

  • Spiritual Life Credits (SLCs) are a graduation requirement for traditional undergraduate students at Jessup University. They are designed to help students build healthy rhythms of worship, discipleship, service, Christian community, and spiritual growth throughout their college experience.

    Rather than being a checklist, SLCs are an invitation to intentionally grow in your relationship with Jesus during your time at Jessup.

  • Traditional undergraduate students are required to complete SLCs in order to graduate.

    Students who began at Jessup before Summer 2026 will keep their original 12-credit graduation requirement. Students beginning Summer 2026 or later will follow the new SLC requirement based on the number of transfer units accepted at admission.

  • Beginning Summer/Fall 2026:

    Accepted Transfer Units

    SLC Requirement

    • 0–29 units - 20 SLCs

    • 30–59 units - 15 SLCs

    • 60–89 units- 10 SLCs

    • 90+ units - 8 SLCs

    If you enrolled before Summer 2026, your graduation requirement remains as follows.

    Accepted Transfer Units

    • 0-44 units = 12 Spiritual Life Credits required to graduate

    • 45-59 units = 10 Spiritual Life Credits required to graduate

    • 60-74 units = 8 Spiritual Life Credits required to graduate

    • 75+ units = 6 Spiritual Life Credits required to graduate

  • Students earn SLCs through two categories:

    • Discipleship Engagement

    • Service Engagement

    Approved opportunities include Chapel, Spiritual Formation Groups, mentorship, retreats, local church service, community service, ministry involvement, and other Campus Ministries-approved experiences.

  • Discipleship focuses on helping you grow spiritually through:

    • Chapel

    • Scripture

    • Prayer

    • Mentorship

    • Spiritual Formation Groups

    • Retreats

    Service focuses on living out your faith by serving others through:

    • Local churches

    • Community organizations

    • Outreach opportunities

    • Ministry experiences

    • Approved volunteer service

    Both are important parts of spiritual formation.

  • Yes.

    Students are expected to earn approximately half of their credits through Discipleship and half through Service.

    The one exception is Chapel. Additional Chapel participation may be used to reduce your remaining Service requirement because Chapel is Jessup's primary discipleship pathway.

  • Chapel is the primary way students earn Discipleship SLCs.

    • Your first 10 Chapel attendances unlock your first Chapel SLC.

    • Every additional 10 Chapel attendances earns another SLC.

    • There is no Chapel-specific maximum, although students may earn no more than 5 total SLCs in a semester.

  • Most Service opportunities earn:

    5 hours = 1 SLC

    Discipleship activities require sustained participation:

    • No credit is awarded until you've completed at least 10 hours.

    • After that, credit is awarded using the standard conversion.

  • es.

    Students may earn a maximum of 5 SLCs per semester across all approved activities.

    Graduating seniors are exempt from this semester limit during their final two semesters.

  • Examples include:

    • Unapproved Bible studies

    • Informal mentoring relationships

    • Church small groups that have not been approved

    • General event attendance

    • Volunteer work that has not been approved by Campus Ministries

    • Activities without proper documentation

    Campus Ministries determines whether an activity qualifies for SLC credit.

  • Students are responsible for:

    • Participating in approved activities

    • Submitting required documentation

    • Meeting published deadlines

    • Monitoring their progress in the student portal

    Credits are not official until Campus Ministries reviews and posts them.

  • Students must complete their required SLCs before graduating.

    If you experience unusual circumstances, you may request an exception or submit an appeal through Campus Ministries.

  • Yes.

    Chapel is one of the primary rhythms of spiritual life at Jessup, and students are expected to participate consistently each semester.

    Students who do not meet the Chapel attendance benchmark may be considered Chapel Non-Compliant and may be subject to the University's Chapel Non-Compliance process.

  • Students who fail to meet the semester Chapel attendance benchmark may receive:

    • A Chapel attendance acknowledgment and commitment

    • A financial accountability charge that increases with repeated non-compliance

    • A required meeting with Campus Ministries after repeated occurrences

    Students may request an exception or appeal if documented circumstances prevented attendance.

  • Students can monitor their SLC progress anytime through their student portal (CAMS), where completed and approved Spiritual Life Credits are posted.

MISC. QUESTIONS

  • Chapel speakers are selected by the Campus Ministries Office. You may email campusministries@jessup.edu to submit chapel speaker suggestions.

  • We do our absolute best to choose speakers who we feel align with our Christian mission and who will properly teach, encourage, and challenge our students. Each chapel speaker signs a statement of agreement affirming Jessup’s doctrinal statement. Occassionally, though, given the nature of the speaking platform, certain things might be said in chapel that cause concern. Each of those concerns should be sent directly to our Director of Campus Ministries at pgarza@jessup.edu

  • Auditions for interested worship leaders, vocalists, and instrumentalists are held at the beginning of each semester. Students may apply to audition for the morning Chapel band and The Porch band at that time.

    Freshmen can audition and be part of the team. We will make several announcements in chapel with the specific dates to sign up, so be on the lookout!

    Email campusministries@jessup.edu with any questions.