BS in Theology – Bible Degree Online Explore the Depth of Scripture and Prepare to Lead with Truth

120
Credit Hours
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Available Fall 2025
Explore Scripture and Develop Biblical Expertise with the Bachelor of Science in Theology – Bible
Are you passionate about understanding the Bible on a deeper level and using that knowledge to make an impact in your community and beyond? Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Theology – Bible is designed to help you explore Scripture with academic depth, cultural awareness, and professional purpose. Our BS in Theology degree – online Bible isn’t just about exploring facts – it’s about transformation. You’ll dive into a theological study that seeks to challenge your thinking, sharpen your communication, and help equip you to share the Christian faith in a meaningful and compelling way.
As you journey through this BS in Theology – Bible degree, you can be guided by experienced faculty who are committed to both scholarship and spiritual growth. Your courses can help train you to think critically, write clearly, and engage with biblical texts in ways that connect with today’s world. Whether you’re planning to pursue ministry, further theological education, or a role that calls for clear moral and spiritual leadership, this program can help lay the foundation you need. If you’re ready to go beyond surface-level understanding and prepare for a life of influence rooted in truth, this online theology degree in Bible could be your next step.
Your officially conferred degree name will be Bachelor of Science (BS) in Theology – Bible.






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Why Choose Liberty’s Bachelor’s in Theology – Online Bible Degree?
At Liberty, your passion for biblical truth meets a flexible, academically rich environment built to support your growth – both spiritually and professionally. Our Bachelor of Science in Theology – Bible is offered online, giving you the freedom to pursue your education without putting your life on hold. Whether you’re preparing for ministry or graduate study or simply seeking to deepen your understanding of Scripture, this program is designed to meet you where you are and help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
When you choose Liberty, you’re joining a Christ-centered community committed to academic excellence. Our professors bring years of ministry experience and theological scholarship to the virtual classroom – and they’re here to support you every step of the way. The curriculum blends biblical studies, communication, and cultural awareness so you can develop skills that apply in churches, classrooms, mission fields, and more. You’ll be challenged to think critically, communicate effectively, and engage the world around you with wisdom and conviction.
With Liberty’s longstanding reputation in Christian education and our dedication to academics, you can pursue your calling with a degree grounded in truth and tailored to your goals.
What Will You Study in a BS in Theology and Bible Degree?
Your journey through Liberty’s bachelor’s in theology – Bible offers a strong foundation in biblical knowledge, communication, and worldview development. You can explore both the Old and New Testaments while sharpening essential skills in writing, critical thinking, and information literacy. These courses are designed to help you succeed academically and grow spiritually as you explore how to engage with Scripture and culture from a biblical perspective.
As your studies become more specialized and focused, you’ll explore core doctrines of the Christian faith, examine the life and work of Christ, and develop a methodical approach to interpreting Scripture. You can also engage with topics like family, the Church, and the nature of God.
Additionally, you’ll have the flexibility to customize your education with biblical studies electives making up your Bible specialization. The result is a well-rounded, academically rigorous degree that helps equip you to understand, communicate, and live out biblical truth in today’s world. In your final semesters, you’ll apply what you’ve studied in a scholarly research capstone, allowing you to synthesize your knowledge and begin preparing for real-world impact.
Potential Career Opportunities
- Associate pastor
- Children’s pastor
- Christian writer
- Church administrator
- Nonprofit coordinator
- Youth pastor
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Degree Information
- This program falls under the John W. Rawlings School of Divinity.
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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, online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years!
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 |
These rates are reflective of academic year 2024-2025. 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 BS in Theology – Bible Degree
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.
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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
*These rates are reflective of academic year 2024-2025.
**Not applicable to certificates.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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