BS in Music and Worship – Women’s Leadership

Do you love music? Are you passionate about women’s ministries? If so, you may consider Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Music and Worship – Women’s Leadership degree. This program provides opportunities to hone your talent as a musician while also developing leadership skills you can use in women’s ministries.

We know you’re excited about what this degree could teach you, but you’re probably wondering what to do with it. There are multiple opportunities for positions in the music industry, including being the director of a music or worship program, a worship leader, a worship minister, or even a contemporary Christian music artist.

So don’t wait any longer! The music industry and women’s ministries worldwide are desperate for people like you who are passionate about leading women and producing great music. We will partner with you to help ensure that you gain valuable training for this field.

120

Credit Hours

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Next start date: Aug 18, 2025

Degree NASM

NASM Accredited


Esteemed Faculty

Study under 45 full-time faculty members who have earned degrees from some of the nation’s most prestigious music schools, helping equip you with mentorship in the field of music and worship leadership.

Train in a Premier Facility

Hone your craft in our state-of-the-art, 141,000-square-foot Center for Music Education and Performance, designed to support your growth as a musician and worship leader.

Follow in Successful Footsteps

Our alumni have gone on to become Dove Award-winning Christian artists and songwriters, showing that your education here could help prepare you for meaningful impact in worship and music ministry.

Real-World Recording Experience

Enhance your skills in Liberty Music Group (LMG), our on-campus professional music publishing and recording company, where you can gain hands-on experience in music production.


Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in Music and Worship with a specialization in Women’s Leadership can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:

  • Associate director of worship programming
  • Contemporary Christian artist
  • Director of worship and drama
  • Director of worship arts
  • Director of worship conferences
  • Director of worship technology
  • Music and worship evangelist
  • Music minister
  • Worship and missions director
  • Worship leader
BS Music And Worship Women's Leadership
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Liberty University’s music curriculum provides you with training and experience in music and worship. You can gain hands-on, practical experience by participating in a practicum and internship towards the end of your degree.

Throughout our music and worship degree, you’ll study subjects like harmonic practices and theory, musicianship, creative worship, music production and audio engagement fundamentals, basic conducting, and worship choir.

If you choose to pursue our women’s leadership specialization, you’ll receive additional training and insight into the leadership of women’s ministries. The courses you’ll study include:

  • Leadership and Management in Ministry
  • Methods of Teaching the Bible and Communication Skills for Women
  • Spiritual Formation and Development for Women in Leadership
  • The Role of Christian Women in Ministry
  • Survey of Women’s Ministries

Degree Information

A Program Built on Excellence

Choosing Liberty University’s music program means saying yes to a degree backed by quality, credibility, and real-world impact. Our program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) and is widely respected throughout the music industry. With 45 full-time music faculty members and a curriculum designed for today’s music landscape, Liberty offers the ideal environment for aspiring musicians, worship leaders, and industry professionals.

Study Under Industry-Leading Faculty

At Liberty, your professors are more than instructors – they’re seasoned professionals and passionate mentors. Each member of our music faculty brings years of experience and holds advanced degrees from some of the most prestigious music schools in the nation. These professors are excited to pour into the next generation of musicians and leaders. As a student, you’ll benefit from their guidance, support, and real-world insight throughout your academic journey.

Hands-On Experience

We believe the best way to prepare for a future in music is through real, hands-on experience. That’s why our program gives you access to professional opportunities while you study. You’ll work in our on-campus recording label – Liberty Music Group – and participate in performance-based classes that mimic professional environments. This kind of immersive training ensures you leave Liberty with both knowledge and experience in your field.

Training That Aligns with the Industry

Each course you take is designed with today’s music industry in mind. Our market-driven curriculum equips you with skills, tools, and versatility in a variety of musical settings – from worship teams to studios to stages. Many of our alumni have gone on to become Dove Award–winning artists, accomplished songwriters, and respected leaders in church music ministries.

Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:

  • Admission application
  • Official high school transcripts
  • Official college transcripts (if applicable)
  • Admission essay