Undergraduate Online Biblical Studies Certificate Serve with Purpose: Empower Your Ministry
19
Credit Hours
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 75% of the certificate total
Deepen Your Knowledge of Scripture and Prepare for Ministry Opportunities with Liberty’s Undergraduate Certificate in Biblical Studies Online
Liberty University’s online Undergraduate Certificate in Biblical Studies is an excellent option either for students seeking new ministry opportunities or those who wish to expand their understanding of the Bible. With this certificate, you can gain more in-depth knowledge of evangelism, theology, and biblical studies.
With the skills you can gain in these online Bible courses, you can be better prepared to serve in your church, youth group, bible study, or other ministry settings. You won’t just gain a deeper understanding of Scripture — you can learn how to evangelize and train others to do the same.
Why Choose Liberty’s Biblical Studies Certificate Online?
If you’re looking for an online Bible school with a certificate program that covers God’s word in-depth, look no further than Liberty. Unlike some online Bible colleges, Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) – so you can be confident in the quality of the education you’ll receive.
Whether you are planning on future studies or are seeking answers to theological questions, our online biblical studies certificate can help you achieve your goals. You won’t just read the Bible in this certificate program – you’ll study it in-depth and become a more confident, prepared Biblical authority.
At Liberty, we believe that a comprehensive biblical education should be accessible and attainable – even if you have a busy schedule. That is why the courses in our Undergraduate Certificate in Biblical Studies are offered 100% online with no set login times. Your courses will be taught by faculty with years of experience and advanced degrees in related fields – so you can be confident that you are receiving a world-class education.
Through 8 foundational courses, you can dig deep into the Old and New Testaments with a special emphasis on key chapters, important persons, places, and events of the Bible. You will also complete a 2-course study of theology, which can help you focus on what you believe and why you believe it.
What Will You Study in Our Undergraduate Certificate in Biblical Studies?
Each course within Liberty University’s online biblical studies certificate is designed to equip you with truths and principles for living an abundant life in Christ as you prepare for a lifetime of effective ministry. Our online biblical studies courses feature essential biblical studies curriculum from the Old and New Testaments. Together, these courses offer a holistic understanding of the Scriptures.
Our online biblical studies certificate can help you gain a deeper knowledge of the Bible and fulfill the Great Commission. Special attention will be given to the theology of all aspects of evangelism, including the follow-up and how to develop spiritual connections with those you reach for discipleship. Learning how to reach people and inform them of the Good News of the Bible is an essential part of building any ministry.
Potential Career Opportunities
Our Undergraduate Certificate in Biblical Studies can help prepare you for several career paths. Depending on your current knowledge, education level, and experience, several different positions could benefit from our online Biblical studies certificate, including:
- Associate pastor
- Clergy member
- Evangelist
- Missionary
- Youth pastor
The skills that you gain from our Undergraduate Certificate in Biblical Studies can be used to help you minister to people from all walks of life. Additionally, the credits earned in this degree may be applied to our Bachelor of Science in Religion: Biblical and Theological Studies degree. Take the next step towards your personal and professional goals with an online Biblical studies 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.
Required Courses
Certificate Information
- This program falls under the John W. Rawlings School of Divinity.
- View the Undergraduate Divinity Course Guides (login required).
Certificate 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 the Undergraduate Online Ministry Certificate at Liberty
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).
- 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 1.5 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.)
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.
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 service 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
Can I transfer credits earned in the biblical studies certificate program towards an associate degree or bachelor’s degree?
After you successfully complete the biblical studies certificate, you can potentially use the earned credits toward an associate degree or bachelor’s degree.
Are the courses in this certificate program offered entirely online, and are there any set login times or residential intensives required?
The courses in this certificate are offered 100% online with no set login times and no residential intensives.
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