Religious Studies

A religious studies degree will prepare you for the following:

• Develop various approaches to biblical study and interpretation, and build a consistent and satisfying example to model personally.
• Achieve a basic familiarity with the historical and cultural background of the Old and New Testaments eras.
• Gain a strategic grasp of the structure and major critical issues of key books of the Old and New Testaments.
• Become acquainted with the value of the Bible as a resource book for research and application to other disciplines, and as a source for the development of personal Christian values and devotional reading.

The major in Religion is designed to provide a thorough, biblically-based foundation for effective ministry. Graduates of our program are fully prepared for a wide range of church ministry positions, as well as advanced studies at the graduate or seminary level.

Online Degrees For Religious Studies:

Various distance learning degrees are available in religious studies, including bachelors, masters, and doctorates degrees.  Distance learning is designed for students that can study and work independently.  This degree will provide you with the background needed to become a clergy, or minister, or just provide more insight into religion.