Bachelor of Science in Religion – Apologetics

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Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Religion – Apologetics

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Learn How to Defend Your Faith with an Online Apologetics Bachelor’s Degree

Through Liberty University’s 100% online apologetics degree, you will gain a deeper understanding of the historical and philosophical arguments that support the validity of the Word of God as well as the critical thinking skills you need to answer popular theological questions with courage and grace. If you want to be better prepared to address the growing cultural and intellectual resistance to the gospel, you will find this degree in apologetics beneficial.

Follow in the footsteps of some of the great Christian apologists such as C.S. Lewis, Lee Strobel, and our own Dr. Gary Habermas. Liberty University’s bachelor’s in religion, with a specialization in apologetics, is an online theology degree that offers solid training in the major beliefs of Christianity and will equip you to defend and clearly explain the Christian faith. 

What Will You Learn in Our Online Bachelor’s in Religion – Apologetics Degree?

  • Examine historical evidence related to Jesus and his part of the larger biblical history.
  • Explore biblical text interpretation and strengthen your knowledge of the structure and content of the Bible.
  • Gain insight into the major issues, themes, and ideas of religious studies.
  • Learn to articulate and justify essential truths of evangelical Christianity.

    Our bachelor’s in religious studies online, with a specialization in apologetics, will provide the opportunity to learn how to engage skeptics with rational arguments supporting the truth of Christianity. Liberty’s goal is to prepare you in every way to fill personal and professional ministry roles more efficiently. 

    You may also be interested in exploring our bachelor’s degrees in Christian leadership and management or biblical and educational studies.

    Potential Career Options with a Degree in Religion – Apologetics

    • Author
    • Church staff
    • Education
    • Ministry organization
    • Missions

    Bachelor’s in Religion – Apologetics 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 bachelor’s in religion – apologetics degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
    • Tuition for all 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.
    • To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-$2,000 per year on textbooks!
    • You can complete the bachelor’s in religion – apologetics in as little as 3 and a half years.

    Bachelor’s in Religion Degree 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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    Available Online

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    100% online, 8-week courses

    Transfer Credits

    Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total

    Next Start Date

    Jun 24, 2024

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    Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC

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