BS Religion Christian Ministries

Bachelor of Science in Religion – Christian Ministries

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Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Religion – Christian Ministries

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Our Online B.S. in Religion – Christian Ministries Degree Prepares You to Be the Hands and Feet of Christ

If you’re in ministry, we know that you need more than just book studies to be able to reach people for Christ. You need practical skills in relating to people where they are with compassion and Christ-like love. Liberty University’s online Bachelor of Science in Religion – Christian Ministries is a practical degree that will equip you to adapt to many ministry roles and challenges in the field. Whether you are a pastor trying to earn a formal degree or want to enter the ministry field for the first time, Liberty’s online B.S. in Religion – Christian Ministries will give you the practical ministry training you need.

Liberty University has been a pioneer in Christian distance education since 1985 and is widely recognized for its academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our flexible and affordable online degrees allow you to stay connected with your family, church, and community while getting the ministry training you need. With Liberty University, you can earn a degree while getting the in-demand skills you need for a full-time ministry career!

What Will You Learn in Our B.S. Religion – Christian Ministries Degree Online?

  • Develop your biblical and theological studies to grow closer to God through His word
  • Learn about global ministry and how to support missions
  • Learn practical church ministries skills
  • Study apologetics so that you can answer tough questions about the faith

Liberty’s online ministry classes are taught by professionals who have real-world experience in ministry and can provide insights into the ministry field. Through our flexible and affordable format, you will form a platform to propel you into your future career in ministry.

Potential Career Fields with a Degree in Christian Ministries

  • Clergy
  • Communications
  • Education
  • Local church
  • Local ministries
  • Missions
  • Religious communities
  • Social services

B.S. in Religion Program Highlights

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

  • We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
  • The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
  • You can complete our bachelor’s degree in religion – Christian ministries in 3.5 years.

    Military Benefits

    Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

    • Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
    • Reserve/National Guard
    • Veterans/retirees
    • Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
    • Current Department of Defense employees

    We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

    • Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
    • Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)
    • 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
    • Potential college credit for military training
    120

    Credit Hours

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    Class Type

    100% online, 8-week courses

    Transfer Credits

    Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total

    Next Start Date

    May 13, 2024

    Accreditation

    Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC

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