Biblical and Theological Degrees

 Understand and study the Bible — the word of God — while preparing for Christian ministry.

Strengthen your faith and expand your theological understanding with an accredited degree from the School of Biblical and Theological Studies. CCU’s online degrees offer the flexibility to balance your studies with work and family commitments while providing a rigorous curriculum that integrates academic excellence with Christian principles. Engage with a community of students and faculty who share your passion for ministry and gain the practical skills and spiritual formation needed to lead with wisdom, compassion, and a deep commitment to the gospel.

Biblical Studies Degree

Develop your understanding of the Bible through historical and contextual exploration of scripture. CCU Online offers an associate, bachelor's, and master's degree in Biblical Studies and an online certificate.

• Learn the basic doctrines of the Christian faith, biblical interpretation, history of ancient Israel, and early Christian literature.
• CCU's Biblical Studies degree options give you the flexibility to complete assignments around your schedule.
• Become qualified to pursue career opportunities in seminary, various Christian ministry and youth ministry positions, missions, social service, and/or for personal spiritual development.

Thoughtful faith for a complex world.

The Master of Arts in Christian Apologetics at CCU equips you to engage today’s complex conversations about faith with clarity, confidence, and conviction. You’ll develop a strong intellectual foundation in the gospel and learn to communicate Christian truth thoughtfully, respectfully, and with cultural awareness.

• Build skills in logic, critical thinking, and sound argumentation.
• Engage diverse worldviews with humility, grace, and confidence.
• Explore biblical doctrine and the evidence supporting Christian belief.

Christian Ministry Degree

The Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry is based on sound biblical understanding. Courses will provide you with instruction in ministry practice, focusing on Christian worship, ministerial ethics, biblical interpretation, preaching, teaching, and general pastoral ministry.

• The dual degree option allows you to earn your Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry while completing some of the coursework toward your Master of Arts in Executive Leadership in Christian Ministry, saving you time and money when you enroll in the graduate programs. The 100% online degree program gives you the flexibility to complete assignments on your schedule.

Executive Leadership in Christian Ministry

Develop the skills necessary to be a more effective administrator. CCU's online master's degree in Executive Leadership in Christian Ministry will help you hone business-related skills while furthering the development of ministry leadership proficiencies.

• The 100% online degree program benefits those in or aspiring to leadership positions in the church or other ministry opportunities.
• The Executive Leadership in Christian Ministry master’s degree program can be completed in as little as 17 months of full-time study. Develop the skills needed to be an effective ministry leader and administrator in church and nonprofit organizations.

Theological Studies Degree Program

The Master’s in Theological Studies degree program at CCU prepares students for Christian ministry with advanced training and a strong biblical understanding. This program will provide you with a theological exploration of God, humanity, and human relationships with God and the world.

• Garner a deeper understanding of God in the Bible through historical, ethical, apologetic, theological, and aesthetic perspectives.
• Designed for busy adult learners, you can complete this graduate degree in as little as 17 months of consecutive coursework, even with a full-time job.
• Develop the needed skills and theological knowledge to serve as a pastor, missionary, or ministry leader or to prepare for further doctoral studies in Christian theology.