Online Christian Worldview Degree :: Accredited Universities

The Regent University Master of Arts in Law (M.A.) is purposely designed to aid (1) working students who wish to study law for professional advancement (2) students seeking a practical academic credential to increase their marketability as they launch their career. Although the master's degree in law does not prepare graduates to practice law, it is a challenging program that grounds students in foundational legal contexts, taught through a Christian worldview, so they can better understand the laws that affect their chosen career.

The Business Management concentration equips business leaders with a competitive advantage through coursework in foundational legal analysis, contracts, business planning, investments and financing, and various electives ranging from employment law to business associations and constitutional law and policy.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should possess a bachelor's degree from an approved college or university prior to beginning their legal studies. The Admissions Committee does not recommend any single major or undergraduate field of study, but welcomes majors ranging from political science to engineering, and from biblical studies to psychology. LSAT and GRE not required for admission to our program.

International applicants
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For international students in which English is not the primary language of their country, either the TOEFL®, PTE Academic® or the IELTS® exam must be taken to demonstrate one's effectiveness with the English language.

TOEFL

Computer-based - 233
Internet-based - 90
Paper-based - 577

PTE - 61
IELTS - 7

Other Fees

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The Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies will provide you with an excellent knowledge of communication theory and practical application. You’ll develop an understanding of interpersonal, group, and organizational communication – including a grasp of social media and communication via emerging technologies. Plus, with a Christian worldview integrated into every class, you’ll see how ethics, meaning, and truth are essential to how we communicate.

You’ll get training in a variety of important topics, including cross-cultural communication, persuasive communication, and communication law. With a broad understanding of what takes up 75% of every person’s waking hours – communication – you’ll find job possibilities in areas ranging from business and advertising, to radio and journalism, to politics.

Communication Studies Bachelor's Degree Program Benefits
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A bachelor's degree in Communication Studies is one of the most versatile degrees offered today, and it can provide a variety of options in fields where you are interacting with others and enacting positive change.

The program is specially designed for adult students who are busy with work and family commitments.

Students take one course at a time with classroom-based courses meeting one night a week for five weeks.

Students can choose to complete the coursework online.

Online courses typically run for five weeks and weekly assignments may be completed around your schedule.
Small class sizes encourage individualized learning and networking.

Students have direct access to professors who are also professionals in the field.

Entry Requirements

CCU sets test scores and grade point averages as our minimum level of acceptance for traditional undergraduate students. Normally, the minimum requirements for admission are:

2.8 High School GPA;
21 ACT composite scoreor1500 SAT score;
A strong spiritual recommendation; and
Application essay responses

Students who do not meet these minimum requirements are encouraged to apply and the University will consider their application under a committee review process which may include a personal interview. Factors such as essay content, recommendation content, and extracurricular activity all contribute to an individual admission decision.

International Student Requirements
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As an international student, you must meet regular entrance requirements and follow standard application procedures. In addition, you will need to demonstrate the ability to understand college-level English. All non-native English speaking undergraduate students must achieve a minimum score of 550 or better on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

If you are admitted on a student visa you must be enrolled for at least twelve semester hours of credit. In order to work off campus, international students must meet with the International Student Coordinator at CCU to obtain permission from the United States Immigration authorities. International students may be eligible for institutional financial aid and awards, but are not eligible for federal financial aid.

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The Master of Science in Counseling Psychology program in the Online and Professional Studies (OPS) division of California Baptist University (CBU) is designed to prepare students to enter the field of either marriage and family therapy or professional clinical counseling with a firm understanding of psychological science from a distinctly Christian worldview. Graduates will receive the education and training necessary to assess and treat individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing relational difficulties, and meets the current requirements for licensure in the state of California as a marriage and family therapist or licensed professional clinical counselor.

A distinguishing feature of the MS in Counseling Psychology program within the OPS division of CBU is its focus on meeting the needs of the “new normal” generation of graduate students seeking clinical knowledge and training—non-traditional students who want to become competent clinicians while balancing work and family. Therefore, the classes within the OPS MS program are offered in one of two formats—a virtual hybrid format involving synchronous high definition online interactions and an asynchronous online format that allows students to work at their own pace—utilizing a convenient, accelerated schedule with the most current technology to support live interactions between students and faculty. To be sure, the OPS MS program brings together several salient ingredients in order to enhance and strengthen graduate-level clinical training—weekly peer interactions that allow burgeoning clinicians to develop crucial interpersonal skills in the context of supportive relationships; the cultivation of leadership qualities and clinical knowledge via ongoing professional socialization; live online meetings between faculty and students to offer important mentoring experiences; a convenient schedule for busy working adults with families who want to better their future; and a flexible, blended delivery model of student learning that is more effective than solely face-to-face or entirely online delivery mediums (Cynkar, 2007; Munsey, 2008; Murray, 2002; U.S. Department of Education, 2010).

Entry Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree

Official sealed transcripts

Minimum of two recommendations - http://www.cbuonline.edu/_pdf/recommendatio_form_grad_ops.pdf

500 word essay covering these areas:

- Purpose for entering the program

- Experiences that have directed your interest toward becoming a therapist

- Religious background, present pattern of spiritual growth, fundamentals of personal faith and the relationship between your faith and professional goals

- Reasons for choosing to study at California Baptist University

- Influences that have shaped your present values and approach to life

- Include in your essay a response to this question: "Have you ever received psychiatric treatment or counseling, yes or no?" If yes, please provide a brief explanation.

Minimum GPA of 3.00 for unconditional admission and a minimum 2.75 GPA for conditional admission

Successful interview with the Director of the MSCP Program

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Our Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree program provides a strong foundation of theoretical knowledge and practical application in criminal justice. Courses are taught from a Christian worldview, offering you opportunities to discuss many significant life issues -- including sin, free will, biblical view of human nature, and redemption. You will be guided through the Criminal Justice Bachelor Degree program by experienced faculty who have careers in the criminal justice system.

The B.S. Criminal Justice degree will provide you with the training necessary for an understanding of the field and equip you to pursue a career path in criminal justice. A wide range of career options at the federal, state and local levels may be available to graduates, ranging from law enforcement to forensics, from legal and court-related positions to information security. Some careers may require additional training and education, but a criminal justice bachelor's degree can provide a significant advantage in qualifying for such programs.

Criminal Justice Bachelor's Degree Program Benefits
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The program is specially designed for adult students who are busy with work and family commitments.

Students take one course at a time with classroom-based courses meeting one night a week for five weeks.

Students can choose to complete the coursework online.

Online courses typically run for five weeks and weekly assignments may be completed around your schedule.
Small class sizes encourage individualized learning and networking.

Students have direct access to professors who are also professionals in the field.

Entry Requirements

CCU sets test scores and grade point averages as our minimum level of acceptance for traditional undergraduate students. Normally, the minimum requirements for admission are:

2.8 High School GPA;
21 ACT composite scoreor1500 SAT score;
A strong spiritual recommendation; and
Application essay responses

Students who do not meet these minimum requirements are encouraged to apply and the University will consider their application under a committee review process which may include a personal interview. Factors such as essay content, recommendation content, and extracurricular activity all contribute to an individual admission decision.

International Student Requirements
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As an international student, you must meet regular entrance requirements and follow standard application procedures. In addition, you will need to demonstrate the ability to understand college-level English. All non-native English speaking undergraduate students must achieve a minimum score of 550 or better on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

If you are admitted on a student visa you must be enrolled for at least twelve semester hours of credit. In order to work off campus, international students must meet with the International Student Coordinator at CCU to obtain permission from the United States Immigration authorities. International students may be eligible for institutional financial aid and awards, but are not eligible for federal financial aid.

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The M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) is designed to prepare educators to develop and deliver effective instructional opportunities for diverse students in various learning settings including public, private, higher education, and the workplace. Educators with leadership responsibilities (or who desire such responsibilities) such as department head, content specialist, lead teacher, or curriculum developer will benefit from this degree as well as those employed in school system or higher education administration, corporate, and non-profit settings.

Curriculum & Instruction graduates will be able to:

- Explore the philosophy, principles, and practices in designing, implementing and evaluating programs and curricula in different contexts.

- Critically examine issues related to teaching and learning from a Christian worldview.

- Evaluate curricula against standards, policies, and legislation at the local, state, national, and international level.

- Develop a foundation of knowledge about curriculum improvement, including knowledge of effective teaching and learning for diverse learners.

- Utilize the strategic planning process to plan, implement, and evaluate curricula in a variety of settings.

- Utilize data based decision making to evaluate curriculum goals, instructional objectives, assessment, and student learning outcomes.

Entry Requirements

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required.

International applicants
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For international students in which English is not the primary language of their country, either the TOEFL®, PTE Academic® or the IELTS® exam must be taken to demonstrate one's effectiveness with the English language.

TOEFL

Computer-based - 233
Internet-based - 90
Paper-based - 577

PTE - 61
IELTS - 7

Other Fees

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