Degree Program
Degrees offered are in Religious areas only.
Associate:
The Associate program is designed to provide an introduction in the fields of Biblical studies and theology. The program is foundational and provides insight for both laity and those who wish to become involved in active ministry. A total of sixty semester credits are required with a minimum of twenty credits with Life University.
A 2.5 GPA is required on a scale of 4.0.
Bachelor:
The Bachelor program is designed to provide enrichment in the areas of Biblical truths and effective ministry. Both the laity and those pursuing active ministry will benefit from this program. A total of 120 semester credits are required (This includes sixty credits from the Associate program.) At least forty credits must be taken with Life University A 2.5 GPA on a scale of 4.0 is required.
Degrees offered and Abbreviations:
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Associate of Ministry / A.Min
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Associate of Biblical Studies / A.B.S.
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Bachelor of Ministry / B. Min
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Bachelor of Biblical Studies / B.B.S.
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Master of Ministry / M.Min.
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Master of Biblical Studies / B.B.S.
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Doctor of Ministry / D.Min
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Doctor of Biblical Studies / D.B.S
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Master of Christian Counseling / M.C.C.
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Doctor of Christian Counseling / D.C.C.
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Master of Theology in Christian Counseling / Th.M
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Doctor of Theology in Christian Counseling / Th.D.
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Master of Arts in Clinical Pastoral Counseling / M.A.
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Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Pastoral Counseling / Ph.D.
Requirements for Each Level of Degree
Associate Degree
A high School Diploma, GED, or equivalent of equivalency testing with Life University is required to receive a degree and should be completed before beginning college courses. Twenty courses are required for a total of sixty (60) credit hours to attain an Associate’s Degree. Tuition at the Master’s level is $40.00 per credit hour.
Bachelor Degree
An Associate’s Degree in Bible or Theology is required, plus an additional twenty courses are required for a total of one hundred twenty (120) credit hours to attain a Bachelor’s Degree. Tuition at the Master’s level is $40.00 per credit hour.
Master Degree
A Bachelor’s Degree of a religious nature is required to enter the Graduate program of Life University. A transcript from college/colleges where Undergraduate Degree/Degrees were conferred is required. Forty-five credit hours are required at this level to graduate. Tuition at the Master’s level is $60.00 per credit hour.
Doctorate Degree
A Master’s Degree of a religious nature is required to enter the Doctorate program. A transcript from college/colleges where a Master’s Degree was granted is required. Forty-five credit hours are required at this level to graduate. Tuition at the Doctorate level is $70.00 per credit hour.
Only Degrees that are religious in nature, such as Bible, Theology, or Ministry, and Christian Counseling are awarded from Life University such as Bible, Theology, and Practical Ministry courses are taught to give students a solid foundation. Some credit may be given from life experience and the transfer of some Liberal Arts credits may be applied. Percentile testing is allowed one (1) time for a percentage of credit hours in Bible courses. Students are asked to submit a complete ministry and secular resume to be considered in their evaluation. Each applicant is an individual and each situation must be evaluated on this basis.
Sample Degree Program
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