Associate of Arts in Religion Engaging Scripture for Persuasive Faith Conversations
60
Credit Hours
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Learn and Grow in Your Faith by Earning an Associate Degree in Religious Studies
Liberty’s associate degree in religion online program is designed to equip you for a lifetime of effective ministry. You can learn to effectively engage the questions, doubts, and skepticism of unbelievers and respond intellectually and persuasively. Our online religion degree can help you gain a deeper understanding of the Bible by studying biblical content, developing research tools, and identifying basic elements of structure within the biblical text.
Liberty’s Associate of Arts in Religion online is comparable to an associate degree in theology. Our online religion and theology degree professors will introduce you to key figures, places, and events from the Old and New Testaments as you move through your studies.
Why Choose Liberty’s Associate Degree in Religion Online?
Liberty University is pleased to offer our associate degree in religion 100% online. Our nonprofit university is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Students seeking a degree in theology or Christian studies will benefit from Liberty’s online degree in religion because of the similarities in course content. These degrees place a high emphasis on interpreting biblical texts and integrating a Christian worldview.
As you look forward to your future at Liberty, you may also be interested in exploring our Bachelor of Science in Religion and its specializations in biblical and educational studies or Christian leadership and management.
What Will You Study in Our Associate Degree in Religion Online?
You can learn from faculty committed to Training Champions for Christ as you dive into biblical interpretations and learn to connect them with the world around you. Whether you are seeking to grow in your knowledge or earn further qualifications, Liberty can equip you with the skills and tools you need to positively engage the world with an online religion degree.
Our Associate of Arts in Religion degree is offered completely online, allowing you to remain active in your job, with your family, and in your community without worrying about on-campus classes. The associate in religion online program can be completed 100% online and may transfer into our Bachelor of Science in Religion online degree program.
Potential Career Opportunities
An associate degree in religion online, comparable to an online theology degree, is a great way to begin or continue your college career. This program is a good fit for students who need to show a completed associate degree for general career purposes or students who want to work in various ministry or related fields. Some potential career fields include:
- Business
- Chaplaincy
- Clergy
- Communications
- Education
- Health and welfare ministries
- Local ministries
- Missions
- Religious communities
- Social services
Featured Courses
- BIBL 360 – Methodical Study of Scripture
- CRST 290 – History of Life
- GLST 200 – Global Studies*
- THEO 360 – Biblical Theology
*Course guides available upon request
Degree Information
- This program falls under the John W. Rawlings School of Divinity.
- View the Undergraduate Divinity Course Guides (login required).
Degree Completion Plan
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Tuition & Aid
Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
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!
Undergraduate Full Time | $390/Credit |
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Undergraduate Part Time | $455/Credit |
Military Undergraduate | $250/Credit |
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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Admission Information for Our Associate Degree in Divinity and Religion
Admission Requirements
- Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9595.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
- Send official high school transcripts or official GED test scores.*
- Students may be allowed to enroll in up to 12 credit hours with Liberty with the submission of our High School Self-Certification Form (login required – you will first need to claim your Liberty Account).
- Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system).
- Unofficial transcripts can be used for acceptance purposes with the submission of a Transcript Request Form.
- Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
*Official high school transcript requirement may be waived with college transcripts from an accredited college/university showing at least 12 earned credit hours with an acceptable GPA.
Note: A 2.0 or above cumulative GPA is required for admission in good standing.
Transcript Policies
High School Transcript Policy
Applicants may submit a High School Self-Certification Form in lieu of a final official high school transcript in order to enroll in up to 12 credit hours at Liberty University.
- Applicants may submit a college transcript showing 12 or more credits from an accredited institution and a High School Self-Certification Form in lieu of high school transcripts.
Students must submit official high school transcripts, or official college transcripts showing at least 12 credit hours earned with an acceptable grade point average (GPA) from an accredited institution, in order to register for additional courses.
The official high school transcript, GED requirement, and High School Self-Certification Form can be waived if the applicant has earned an associate degree or higher.
Final transcripts must reflect all coursework and final grades received for grades 9-12, a graduation date, and an overall GPA. (Mailed transcripts must be in a sealed and unopened envelope.)
Unofficial College Transcript Policy
Unofficial transcripts combined with a Transcript Request Form can be used for admission. Official transcripts are required within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first, and will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Before sending unofficial college transcripts, please make sure they include the following:
- Your previous school’s name or logo printed on the document
- Cumulative GPA
- A list of completed courses and earned credit broken down by semester
- Degree and date conferred (if applicable)
Official College Transcript Policy
An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.
If the student uses unofficial transcripts with a Transcript Request Form to gain acceptance, all official transcripts must be received within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first. Failure to send all official transcripts within the 60-day period will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Military Transfers
If you have military-only transfer credits (completed basic training and enlistment), you must request an official military transcript. Please go to the Military Transfer Credit webpage to request your military transcript.
International Applicants
If you are an international applicant, you may be required to have your international transcripts reviewed. Information regarding the transcript evaluation process for international students can be found by visiting NACES.
Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
Admissions Office Contact Information
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Lynchburg, VA 24515
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Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available 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
*Not applicable to certificates.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a degree in theology worth it?
If you’re wondering if an associate in religion or theology will add value to your life and career, the answer is yes! Our program is designed to provide you with foundational knowledge in Christian theology. Here are some of the benefits of completing this associate degree in religion:
- Strengthen your own Christian faith and knowledge to enhance your personal walk with the Lord.
- Gain an associate degree from an accredited school that can be applied to a bachelor’s program.
- Learn key theological concepts that can be used to jumpstart a career in ministry.
Can I get my associate degree online?
Yes – our associate in religion is available 100% online. That means you can complete your program while still maintaining your other commitments. Your coursework can be completed whenever and wherever is most convenient for you.
What jobs can you get with a degree in religious studies?
Upon completion of your associate in religion, you could be eligible to work in a variety of career fields. For instance, you might qualify for positions like:
- Church social media manager
- Global relief worker
- Ministry associate
- Teacher’s assistant in a Christian school
- Youth leader
Additionally, many students use the Associate of Arts in Religion as a foundation for a divinity bachelor’s degree.
What is the best online theology school?
The best school will offer a program that meets your unique needs as a student. With our associate in religion, we want to help you meet your personal and professional goals.
Here are some of the benefits of pursuing your associate degree with us:
- Unlike most Bible colleges and seminaries, Liberty University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). You can be confident that your degree will be respected among future employers.
- Our mission is Training Champions for Christ. In fulfilling this mission, each of our courses is taught from a Christian worldview to help you become a professional of integrity.
- The professors in this program have years of real-life ministry experience. They are excited to mentor and train you throughout your theology education.
What are the benefits of pursuing a program like this online?
You will have networking opportunities with other students in the program from around the country.
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