Online Biblical Studies Degree :: Accredited Universities

Whether your goal is health and welfare ministry, para-church direction, foreign mission service, pastoral leadership or service within other faith-based organizations, the online Christian Studies M.A. will take your personal spiritual formation, Biblical knowledge and ministry skills to the next level.

The core of the program is a newly intensified curriculum in theological foundations, and Biblical literacy, interpretation and knowledge, to extend and deepen student knowledge in preparation for ministry. The program has also added four tracks for individualized study: Spiritual Formation, Theological Studies, Ministry Training, and Intercultural Ministries. These focus areas further prepare graduates for licensing and ordination/consecration with the Christian and Ministry Alliance.

Faculty with terminal academic degrees and significant ministry and mission experience lead the online courses. Students investigate, analyze and demonstrate an understanding of cultural influences in postmodern America and in diverse environments around the globe. The coursework also includes collaborative activities that mirror real-life situations. By constructing knowledge with peers within Crown’s digital environment, students acquire life skills in collaboration that are critical to professional success.

The Christian Studies M.A. reflects Crown’s academic integrity as one of the "Top 10 Online Christian Colleges of 2013." Crown’s easy-to-use online learning environment allows you the freedom and flexibility to complete coursework at your convenience. You’ll graduate with real-world skills that have immediate application in your current and future professional endeavors.

Crown’s tuition is priced competitively lower than at similar accredited institutions. In fact, 98% of Crown’s enrollees received student loans, scholarships or financial aid for graduate students.

Other Fees

Application Fees $20.00

Technology Fee $100 per semester

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Graduates of Grand Canyon University's Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies degree will utilize biblical studies as the foundation, and an understanding of theology, philosophy and Christian history as the framework for communicating Christ to various audiences. This program provides an intercultural component in contemporary theology and in leadership in the 21st century, preparing students for a variety of ministries. In addition to spiritual formation and exegetical skills essential to Christian Studies, graduates will be able to employ communication, leadership and organizational skills necessary for effective ministry.

Those interested in a Christian Studies bachelor‛s degree may wish to serve on a local church staff, teach at a Christian school, minister to youth or another age group in a church, lead missions efforts, serve as chaplain assistants, or be involved in ministry in the military. Those seeking a Christian Studies degree have a passion to help others by providing ministry and leadership within their community in both spiritual and secular matters. Graduates may be qualified to work in the clergy, become a ministry director or a missionary in foreign or domestic locations.

In earning a BA in Christian Studies degree, you will examine the history of Christianity and the development of Christian values as well as gain a deeper understanding of major contemporary religions of the world. Students will study the major doctrines of the Christian religion and the basic disciplines of Christian discipleship.

Entry Requirements

Applicants interested in earning their bachelor's degree online must meet the following requirement:

High School Transcripts - Applicants are required to submit official high school transcripts with a cumulative, unweighted grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or above.
Applicants holding their GED should refer to the University Policy Handbook for separate requirements.

Transferring from Another College, University or Program
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Applicants with 25 or more transferable credits from an accredited, GCU-approved college, university or program may be accepted to the university if they have an unweighted GPA of 2.25 or above. For more information about our transfer policies, visit GCU's online Transfer Center.

Second Bachelor's Degree
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Applicants who have already earned a bachelor's degree from GCU or another institution but are interested in pursuing a second bachelor's degree may be accepted to the university if they meet the minimum admission standard of an unweighted GPA of 2.0 or above.

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The Master of Arts in Christian Studies (MACS) degree program is designed to equip you with knowledge in biblical and theological studies that will enhance your Christian faith and witness.

In this graduate-level program, you will gain the tools and learning experiences necessary to delve into God's Word and skillfully interpret it.

Quick Facts

- Fully-accredited

- 36 hour graduate degree program

- Over 96% of graduates report satisfaction with their academic experience

- Transfer in up to 6 credit hours

- Degrees available 100% online or through on campus classes in Atlanta

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have completed bachelor's degree from an accredited and recognized institution.

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CBU's communication studies major seeks to cultivate each student's critical thinking skills while challenging them to integrate biblical thought with contemporary cultural concepts. Students acquire a high level of proficiency in creating, developing and delivering presentations. As a graduate of the program, they exhibit creativity, confidence and competence through the development of nationally accepted verbal communications principles and practices.

Today, an organization's reputation, profitability, and its continued existence can depend on the degree to which its targeted public supports its goals and policies. Communication majors,—also referred to as communications specialists, public relations specialists, and media specialists, among other titles—serve as advocates for clients seeking to build and maintain positive relationships with the public. Their clients include businesses, nonprofit associations, universities, hospitals, churches and other organizations, and build and maintain positive relationships with the public. As managers recognize the link between good public relations and the success of their organizations, they increasingly rely on public relations specialists for advice on the strategy and policy of their communications.

Public relations specialists handle organizational functions, such as media, community, consumer, industry, and governmental relations; political campaigns; interest-group representation; conflict mediation; and employee and investor relations. Public relations specialists must understand the attitudes and concerns of community, consumer, employee, and public interest groups to establish and maintain cooperative relationships between them and representatives from print and broadcast journalism.

Entry Requirements

24 transferrable units preferred

Minimum GPA of 2.0

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Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary’s Master of Arts in Global Studies program is for men and women serving in cross-cultural ministry, whether that be within their own country or in other parts of the world. Courses provide students training in the biblical and theological basis for mission, exposure to the realities of culture, worldview, and world religions, as well as the tools to offer a faithful presentation of the Gospel and Scriptures that is relevant to the world’s diverse cultural contexts.

This program is well-suited for cross cultural missionaries, missions agency leaders, missions pastors, and church planters.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have completed bachelor's degree or its foreign equivalent.They must have above a 2.5 cumulative combined GPA for all accredited colleges attended.

International Applicants
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If you are an International applicant,following English language test should be required

TOEFL for international, non-English speaking candidates (score of 550 paper-based test, 253 computer-based test or 60 internet-based test)

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