Bachelor of Science in Chaplaincy Prepare for a Career in Spiritual Leadership

120

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100% online,* 8-week courses

Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total

Do you feel a calling to serve others and give spiritual comfort? Pursuing a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chaplaincy at Liberty University can help equip you with the essential skills and knowledge to work as a ministry leader in diverse settings. Your coursework will delve into key areas such as chaplain leadership, chaplain ethics, biblical counseling, and biblical theology. These subjects are crafted to enhance your ability to lead, whether you are speaking from the pulpit or guiding a small group.

This comprehensive program also emphasizes the importance of being a witness to the Good News in the various communities you may serve. Designed for flexibility, this degree can help prepare you to provide Christ-centered chaplain leadership and spiritual care in a range of environments, including corporations, sports organizations, public safety agencies, and disaster relief teams. Through this program, Liberty aims to prepare you to make a meaningful impact, wherever your calling takes you.

*Some exclusions apply. Please refer to our exclusions page for more information.


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  • Transfer in up to 75% of an Undergrad Degree
  • Transfer in up to 50% of a Grad/Doctoral Degree

The Bachelor of Science in Chaplaincy at Liberty University has been crafted to help prepare you to be sent by the local church to share the presence and message of Christ in every setting. This degree aims to equip you with the skills needed to serve in various chaplaincy roles where graduate education is not required while also laying a solid groundwork for future graduate-level chaplaincy studies if you hope to further your education later on. For instance, you could potentially pursue an MA in Chaplaincy or a Master of Divinity in Professional Chaplaincy after completing our online chaplaincy bachelor’s degree program.

With a strong emphasis on leadership, ethics, and ministry from an evangelical, biblical worldview, this program can help provide you with a robust foundation in chaplaincy. The internship component can help prepare you for real-world situations as you work under the supervision of an approved mentor. As a graduate, you can follow your calling to bear the presence and message of Christ without reservation.


The Bachelor of Science in Chaplaincy at Liberty University aims to give you a firm basis for your understanding of Scripture and equip you to explain God’s Word to the masses. You can learn both critical thinking skills and theological principles for responding persuasively to those who bring up objections. Through our chaplaincy degree, you can develop an awareness of the various approaches to biblical counseling and gain foundational skills in this area.

In addition, you can explore the prophets and historical books of the Old Testament as well as learn effective methods for studying Scripture. Your education will cover Acts, Paul’s letters, interpretation and application of the books of Hebrews through Jude, and many more topics that can enhance your ability to serve effectively in ministry.

You will also explore a variety of topics directly related to chaplaincy. Your courses will focus on various functional areas of chaplaincy, including corporate, healthcare, military, education, prison, community, disaster relief, public safety, recreation, and sports. Additionally, you will explore the skills, strategies, and character traits necessary for effective chaplain ministry within secular and sacred settings. Ethics and leadership skills will also be a part of your preparation for your future career.

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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
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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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.