Graduate Certificate in Bible Exposition Empowering Leaders with Biblical Knowledge
15
Credit Hours
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 50% of the certificate total
Next Start Dates: January 19, 2026 | February 16, 2026 | March 23, 2026
Are you seeking a deeper understanding of the Bible’s purpose and meaning? Whether you want to grow in your personal walk with Christ or increase the effectiveness of your ministry, Liberty University’s 100% online Graduate Certificate in Bible Exposition can help you dive deeper into the truths of Scripture. Our program offers advanced training in hermeneutics and biblical languages so you can gain further insight into God’s Word.
For a Christian ministry to be effective, it must be firmly rooted in Scripture. With Liberty’s online certificate in Bible exposition, you can sharpen your biblical interpretation skills and prepare to help other people understand the Gospel. Maybe you are a pastor or church leader looking to better serve your congregation. Perhaps you hope to conduct in-depth research as a biblical scholar or write publications on various scriptural topics. No matter what your goals are, our Bible exposition program can help you gain the tools you need to succeed.
Your officially conferred degree name will be Graduate Certificate in Bible Exposition.
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Liberty has been a pioneer in distance learning since 1985. A lot has changed since then, but our commitment to Training Champions for Christ has not. We seek to offer programs that meet your needs as a student and as a professional. That’s why our Graduate Certificate in Bible Exposition is available 100% online with no set login times. You can complete your coursework from the comfort of your home and easily access your class materials whenever you need them.
A graduate certificate is an excellent alternative to a full-length degree because it allows you to gain new skills and credentials while saving time and money. If you decide to continue your studies into a master’s degree, credits from this certificate can transfer into both our Master of Divinity – General and our Master of Religious Education.
Maybe you already have a master’s degree in a different area but want to pursue a doctoral divinity degree. If so, the 15 credit hours from this certificate can help you meet the admission requirements for our PhD in Bible Exposition. Additionally, 12 of those credit hours can be applied toward the PhD program — allowing you to get a head start on your doctorate while only paying the graduate tuition rate for your certificate courses.
This online certificate in Bible exposition is designed to help you interpret God’s Word — a skill that is vital for believers in all walks of life and particularly vital for those who serve as pastors and ministry leaders. Whether you work directly in the church or not, our online Bible exposition courses can help you understand and communicate essential biblical truths. With our online Bible exposition program, you can grow in your faith and help others develop a commitment to the Christian life.
Throughout your courses, you can learn how to accurately interpret a biblical text, analyze alternative interpretations of a given passage, and evaluate major hermeneutical problems related to the study of Scripture. You’ll also explore introductory and advanced topics in both the Greek and Hebrew languages, including alphabets, syntaxes, and verbal systems. With these skills, you can train to become an effective preacher and teacher of Scripture as you fulfill the Great Commission.
Our Bible exposition certificate can help you prepare for several career paths. Depending on your current knowledge, education level, and experience, there are many different positions that could benefit from our accredited certificate:
The biblical languages and interpretation skills that you gain from our certificate in Bible exposition can be an asset in many other aspects of the ministry world as you pursue positions of added responsibility. Additionally, the credits from this certificate may transfer directly into the Master of Divinity – General or the Master of Religious Education. Already have a master’s degree? The credit hours in this certificate can also help you meet the admission requirements for the PhD in Bible Exposition — and 12 of these credits can be applied toward the PhD program. Take the next step towards your personal and professional goals with a Bible exposition certificate from Liberty University.
Additional education or training may be required for some jobs or occupations. Conferral of a certificate does not guarantee job placement.
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At Liberty University, a private Christian education is less expensive than you think. Over the last 10 years, Liberty University’s Online Program has only raised its standard tuition costs by less than 5% – and most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors.
To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for many divinity courses* all for one convenient fee.
*Electronic textbooks are not provided for PACO courses or courses that fall under departments outside the School of Divinity.
| Grad & Postgrad Divinity Block Rate (9-15 credit hours) | $2,850 |
|---|---|
| Grad & Postgrad Divinity Part Time (1-8.99 or over 15 credit hours) | $410/Credit |
| Military Grad & Postgrad Divinity Block Rate (9-15 credit hours) | $2,575 |
| Military Grad & Postgrad Divinity Part Time (1-8.99 or over 15 credit hours) | $290/Credit |
These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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*Credits taken below 9 and above 15 credit hours per semester are charged at the part-time rate.
**Not applicable to certificates, postgraduate, or doctoral programs.
These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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