B.S. in Religion – Christian Ministries Degree Ministry Leadership Foundations
120
Credit Hours
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Prepare to Be the Hands and Feet of Christ with a Bachelor of Science in Christian Ministry
Liberty University’s 100% online Bachelor of Science in Religion – Christian Ministries degree can equip you to serve in a wide range of church ministry positions. Whether you’re looking to launch your ministry career or pursue advanced studies at the graduate or doctoral level, we can help you achieve your goals.
In this program, you will dig deep into the Bible and gain relevant skills to serve wherever God calls you. You’ll develop a better understanding of Christian service so that you can effectively minister to people of all age groups. Partner with us and train to become a Champion for Christ in your church and community.
Why Choose Liberty’s Christian Ministries Degree Program?
As pioneers in distance learning, we’re committed to offering an education that fits your schedule. Liberty’s ministries degree is offered 100% online and has no set login times. You can complete your classes from the comfort of your home and easily access your course materials whenever you need them. Most importantly, you can stay invested in the things that really matter — like your family, job, church, and community — while still achieving your academic and professional goals.
In this program, you’ll learn from professors who have years of experience working in ministry. Drawing on what they have learned in their own careers, they can equip you with the practical, on-the-job skills needed to succeed in Christian ministry. Our curriculum is based on cutting-edge research, allowing you to receive an education that prepares you for the real world.
Liberty University’s online Christian college experience is unparalleled. We offer quality academics, affordable tuition rates, and top-notch instruction from professors who care about your success. All of our classes are taught from a biblical worldview, allowing you to grow in your personal walk with Christ and effectively serve others through Christian ministry.
What Will You Study in Our Online Christian Bachelor of Science in Religion Program?
Our bachelor’s in religion provides the foundational knowledge and real-world training you need to conduct ministry in your church, community, or organization.
Our core courses dive into many important topics, including apologetics, the history of Christianity, and global studies. You’ll also take an in-depth look at Acts and Romans so that you can understand the scriptural basis for Christian ministry. By studying the best methods for teaching Scripture, you can share the Gospel with people of all ages and construct Bible lessons that are meaningful, fruitful, and doctrinally sound. Within the Christian ministries specialization, you can mix and match various courses to meet your unique ministry goals.
Explore how to apply biblical leadership principles and strategies to your local church or organization. Our religion program will give you the tools you need to present God’s Word in a way that inspires purpose and real-world application. You’ll also learn how to conduct academic research and writing within religious disciplines. That way, you can communicate the Gospel effectively and dive deeper into Scripture.
At the end of this program, you’ll complete a capstone course in order to synthesize what you’ve learned and apply your knowledge to real-world issues. After earning this degree, you can complete one of our online divinity master’s programs to help further your knowledge, expand your career opportunities, and increase your effectiveness in ministry.
Potential Career Opportunities
- Clergy
- Communications
- Education
- Local church
- Local ministries
- Missions
- Religious communities
- Social services
Featured Courses
- APOL 220 – Introduction to Apologetics
- CHMN 201 – Church Ministries
- GLST 200 – Introduction to Global Studies*
- RLGN 360 – Practical Teaching of Scripture
*Course guide available upon request.
Degree Information
- This program falls under Liberty’s 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 |
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Admission Information for Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in 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
Liberty University Online Admissions Verification
1971 University Blvd.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How flexible is this program?
Our online courses are only 8 weeks long, with 8 different start dates offered each year and no set login times.
Are there opportunities to earn non-traditional transfer credit?
You could earn academic credit for life experience through our Experience Plus program.
What resources will be available to me in this program?
As an online Liberty student, you can access a wealth of resources through our top-notch research portal.
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