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Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Theology 

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Explore the Foundations of Your Faith with Liberty’s Online Bachelor’s Degree in Theology

Liberty University’s online Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Theology offers a flexible and affordable way to deepen your understanding of the Bible. With a Christ-centered curriculum, experienced faculty, and a wide range of course offerings, this program can help prepare you for a variety of careers in ministry, education, and more. Liberty’s commitment to integrating faith and learning can help you gain the knowledge and skills you need to positively impact the world through your faith.

Your online B.S. in Theology degree program can help you explore your personal faith and grow spiritually. Through rigorous coursework and a biblical approach to learning, you’ll have the opportunity to gain a greater understanding of the Bible, the teachings of the Christian faith, and your own spiritual journey.

With 100% online courses, you’ll have the ability to balance your academic studies with other responsibilities such as work, family, or ministry. Plus, with affordable tuition rates and a commitment to providing high-quality education, Liberty can make it easier for you to achieve your academic and professional goals.

What Will You Study in Liberty University’s Bachelor’s in Theology Program?

  • Apologetics foundations for defending the faith
  • Doctrine of Scripture
  • Doctrine of the Church
  • Theology of the Family

Our Bachelor of Science degree in theology can teach you about the history, teachings, and principles of the Christian faith. You’ll have the opportunity to study the Bible and learn how to interpret and apply its messages to real-world situations. You can also gain an understanding of bibliology, theology of humanity, and practical teaching of Scripture.

Potential Careers for Bachelor’s in Theology Graduates

  • Christian organizational leader
  • Church administrator
  • Evangelist
  • Nonprofit director
  • Theologian

Benefits of Pursuing Your B.S. in Theology 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 among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – 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.
  • 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. 
  • 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!
  • You can complete this bachelor’s degree in theology in as little as 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
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
120

Credit Hours

SACSCOC

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100% online, 8-week courses

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Transfer Credits

Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total

Next Start Date

Feb 10, 2025

Accreditation

Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC

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Backed by a brick-and-mortar campus

Our residential campus ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America. That commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well.

No tuition increase for 9 years

We want to help you pursue your goals – so while tuition rates at most universities have continued to increase over the years, the majority of our rates haven’t.

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