Christian Ministry Degree, B.A.
The Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry program will equip you with a foundational understanding of Scripture and how to apply it well to ministry situations. The 100% online Christian ministry degree gives you the flexibility of completing assignments on your schedule.
Program Focus
Christian worship, ministerial ethics, preaching, teaching, and general pastoral ministry.
CCU's Christian ministry bachelor's degree is based on sound biblical understanding. Courses will provide you instruction in ministry practice, focusing on Christian worship, ministerial ethics, preaching, teaching, and general pastoral ministry.
- 120 total credit hours (39 in major core)
- Courses are taken one at a time and are typically completed in five-week blocks
- CCU's generous transfer credit policies help you accelerate your degree completion
- Offered 100% online
- Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
- Associate Degrees: Biblical Studies, A.A.
- Bachelor's Degrees: Applied Apologetics, B.A., Biblical Studies, B.A.
- Master’s Degrees: Applied Apologetics, M.A., Biblical Studies, M.A., Executive Leadership in Christian Ministry, M.A., Theological Studies, M.A.
- Certificates: Biblical Studies Certificate
- Minors: Biblical Studies Minor
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 a graduate program. You can even complete both degrees 100% online. Learn more about CCU's dual degree programs.
Three graduate-level courses have been designated as appropriate substitutes for certain bachelor's in Christian Ministry coursework. Having successfully taken these designated courses in the bachelor's program, and upon acceptance into the master's program, students can apply those credits toward the M.A. in Executive Leadership in Christian Ministry. This provides a head start in the master's program for select students.
Christian Ministry degree program benefits
- The Christian Ministry degree program is specially designed for adult students who are busy with work and family commitments.
- Earn your Christian Ministry degree 100% 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.
- Take advantage of CCU's generous transfer credit policies to accelerate your degree!