1. Is IICS an educational organization or a
   missions ministry?

   IICS is a non-profit 501(c)3 educational organization. However, the vision of IICS is to develop leaders who think and live Christianly. So IICS is an educational service organization with a missions motive. We desire to see lost students come to know Jesus Christ. We have coined the term "academic missionary" to describe IICS teaching fellows. We are missions minded and educationally focused. (To Top)

2. Do IICS professors have to raise support for their salaries, or does the university pay a stipend and cover expenses?

   Overseas universities usually pay IICS professors an above-average salary or housing allowance by their standards. However, due to the unstable economies and the high cost of living for expatriates in most countries where IICS works, the university salary is seldom sufficient. Working within an approved budget, IICS helps the candidate raise support through church contacts, family, friends, as well as through foundations and grants. (To Top)

3. Does IICS communicate its Christian agenda overtly with university officials?

   Yes. The very name of the organization communicates our Christian perspective. IICS communicates with each university that we are a Christian organization dedicated to excellence in teaching and to processing all disciplines through a Christian worldview. Surprisingly, outside of North America, this is considered an asset for the university. Many emerging nations and many former Communist nations such as the former Soviet republics are looking for a basis of ethical and moral understanding. Many university officials welcome individuals from the West who will live morally and conduct themselves ethically on campus. (To Top)

4. My degree is not in theology or Christian studies. Can IICS still use me?

   Certainly! IICS needs academicians from a broad range of disciplines to teach in overseas universities. We are looking for individuals with graduate degrees who can teach their specialty from a Christian perspective. Math, engineering, history and English are just a few of the requests we receive from around the globe. Theology and philosophy are usually reserved for the Departments of Christian Studies. However, IICS is dedicated to working in cooperation with what God is doing in the individual's life. If someone has a specific calling to a geographical location or people group, IICS will try to place that individual in that location to teach his/her subject. (To Top)

5. Does IICS use individuals on sabbatical?

   Yes. IICS prefers long-term placement. However, a sabbatical is often a good opportunity for Christians to experience overseas ministry. A placement of one academic year can still make a difference on the campus and in the life of the professor. Two-year commitments or longer are ideal, but IICS recognizes the benefits of a shorter term of service. (To Top)

6. Can families with children be placed?

   Most IICS teaching fellows have families. The IICS philosophy is that unbelievers can get a good picture of Christianity by seeing the love of God working in a family. (To Top)

7. What are the options for educating my children abroad?

   Homeschooling, international schools or the local public schools, depending on the country of service, the language and the age of the children. (To Top)

8. Does IICS only place PhDs?

   Primarily, yes. However, in some cases, terminal degrees such as an MBA, a JD, or an MA in TESL are in high demand in universities overseas. A PhD, ThD, EdD, or a medical degree (MD, DDS, DVM) is the usual standard requirement of the universities with which IICS works. (To Top)

9. I don't speak a foreign language. Can I teach my classes in English?

   Yes. In fact, the universities usually request that IICS professors teach in the English language. This gives the students an opportunity to learn the subject matter as well as improve their English skills. (To Top)

10. In which parts of the world is IICS working?

    Around the globe. Primarily IICS works in developing or emerging nations. Often the countries which host IICS professors are considered hardship posts. Living conditions can be primitive by Western standards. IICS currently has projects in over fourteen nations, but scores of universities worldwide are asking for IICS lecturers. (To Top)

For more assistance, email IICS, or call 1-800-776-IICS (4427).