Bachelor of Theology -- 128 hours

The Bachelor of Theology degree is a 128 hour program primarily for men who have been called into the ministry. Its purpose is to provide training for pastors, associate pastors, youth pastors, missionaries, evangelists and Christian educators. Though the focus is on ministers, this program is open to Christians in general who wish to know more about the Bible and further their education.

Bachelor of Religious Education -- 128 hours

The Bachelor of Religious Education degree is designed to train prospective Christian school teachers on the elementary level. Upon completion of the four-year program, a student will earn a Bachelor of Religious Education degree. 128 hours are required for graduation.

Master of Theology-- 32 hours (above Bachelor of Theology)

If you already have a Bachelor of Theology degree or have completed 128 hours in that program, then you would only need to complete the 32 remaining hours. If you do not already have a Bachelor of Theology degree or 128 hours in that program, then you will need to obtain that degree or complete the 128 hours before beginning this program.

Master of Religious Education -- 32 hours (above Bachelor degree)

If you already have a Bachelor of Religious Education degree or have completed 128 hours in that program, then you would only need to complete the 62 remaining hours. If you do not already have a Bachelor of Religious Education degree or 128 hours in that program, then you will need to obtain that degree or complete the 128 hours before beginning this program.

Doctor of Theology -- 32 hours (above Master of Theology)

If you already have a Bachelor of Theology and a Master of Theology degree or have completed 160 hours in those programs, then you would only need to complete the 32 remaining hours. If you do not already have a Bachelor of Theology degree and a Master of Theology degree or 160 hours in those programs, then you will need to obtain those degrees or complete the 160 hours before beginning this program.

Doctor of Religious Education -- 32 hours (above a Master Degree)

If you already have a Bachelor of Religious Education and a Master of Religious Education degree or have completed 160 hours in those programs, then you would only need to complete the 32 remaining hours. If you do not already have a Bachelor of Religious Education degree and a Master of Religious Education degree or 160 hours in those programs, then you will need to obtain those degrees or complete the 160 hours before beginning this program.

** Thesis and Dissertation Information

Form Follow the guidelines set in the latest edition of A Manual for Writers, Kate L. Turabian.

Length 15,000 words for thesis, 45,000 words for dissertation. These numbers are given as a guide. The emphasis is on quality not quantity.

Topic Master of Theology and Doctorate of Theology degree candidates must choose a topic in the area of Biblical Theology. Master of Religious Education and Doctorate of Religious Eductation degree candidates must choose a topic in the area of Religious Education. All students must submit their topic choice to the administration for approval.

Deadlines A student has approximately eight months to complete, submit, and defend his thesis/dissertation. After eight months, a student must continue to register for Thesis Development (though he will not receive any more credits).

The student must be registered for Thesis Development until the completion of his thesis/dissertation. However, no student will be given a diploma after being registered in Thesis Development for 32 months.

Defense The student must successfully defend his thesis/dissertation before the thesis committee and make all necessary revisions before the deadline for the final draft.

Copies A first draft copy must be given to each member of the thesis committee. A final draft copy (printed) and computer disk copy must be placed in the library.

Additional Elective Courses

Tuition & Fees

When enrolling, a prospective student must make an application and pay an Enrollment and Application Fee. This Enrollment Fee covers the cost of office materials and records.

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