Bachelor’s in Theology – Christian Ministries

What Will You Study in Liberty University’s Online Bachelor’s in Theology – Christian Ministries Degree?

• Biblical interpretation techniques to help you study and apply Scripture with confidence
• Christian ministry strategies to guide effective leadership in church and outreach settings
• Pastoral care and counseling principles to help prepare you to support others with compassion
• Theological and doctrinal foundations to strengthen your understanding of key biblical truths

As you pursue Liberty’s online bachelor’s in theology – Christian ministries, you’ll have the opportunity to strengthen your theological understanding and your ministry skills. This program seeks to help you develop a clear grasp of biblical truths, communicate those truths effectively, and lead others with spiritual wisdom and confidence.

The theology courses are designed to ground you in Scripture, shape your approach to leadership, and help equip you to serve people in diverse ministry settings. Whether you’re preparing to teach, counsel, lead, or plant a church, the training you receive in this program can help you approach ministry with clarity, compassion, and conviction.

Potential Careers for B.S. in Theology – Christian Ministries Graduates

• Associate pastor
• Campus ministry leader
• Christian camp director
• Church planter
• Missions coordinator
• Nonprofit ministry leader
• Outreach or discipleship coordinator
• Youth or children’s ministry director

Benefits of Pursuing Your Online Bachelor’s in Theology – Christian Ministries with Liberty University

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:

• Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• Online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 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 additional cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
• Study ministry and theology from a biblical perspective while staying active in your current church or ministry role.
• Access your courses online, giving you the flexibility to balance school, work, family, and ministry.
• Study under experienced faculty who are rooted in Scripture and active in ministry.

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