Religion Division

Academic Programs

The Religion Division offers undergraduate and graduate programs in the study of religion.

The Religion Division features a Religion Major which requires core courses fundamental to understanding religious studies as well as choices which enable a degree of specialization. The major prepares students for ministries in religious bodies, service and voluntary organizations, and graduate studies in religion.Students may also earn a Minor in Religion or may choose to earn a Vocational Ministry Minor, a new program that allows students the opportunity to participate in some hands-on ministry and education.

The Master of Science in Ministry prepares students for various ministries in the churches. The curriculum designates specific courses, yet is broad enough to provide the basic insights necessary for participation in both the thought and life of the church. The M.S. is suitable for those who have a limited time for graduate study, or for persons who wish basic training for ministry.

The Master of Arts in Religion program is offered in four specializations: Old Testament, New Testament, church history, and Christian thought. These programs are designed for those who wish to pursue doctoral degrees or who seek teaching positions in public and private schools.

The Master of Divinity degree is a three-year professional program designed to prepare recipients for various ministries in the church, and to provide the required educational experiences for those applying for D.Min. and Ph.D. programs. The curriculum provides insight into all the religious disciplines as a backdrop for varied ministries or later research specializations.