Why This Matters
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37% OF JOBS REQUIRE SOME COLLEGE EDUCATION
The number of jobs requiring postsecondary education, such as an
associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree is expected to continue increasing through 2024. -
SCHOOLS OFFER MULTIPLE FAITH-BASED MAJORS
Students who attend Bible colleges can earn degrees that will prepare them for careers in various areas including education, counseling, social work, criminal justice and more.
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DEMAND FOR CLERGY TO INCREASE 3% BY 2030
The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the employment of clergy to grow at a rate of 3% through 2030. An additional 6,600 jobs will be available.
Our Research
For this list, we specifically focused on Bible colleges that offer online degrees at the associate’s, bachelor’s, and master’s levels. Many of the schools on this list also offer programs on-campus, or as online/in-person hybrids. Consider what works best for your learning preferences and schedule when selecting an in-person or distance-learning program. Also, your current education level and your career goals will inform what degree level you seek.
All of the schools on this list have either regional or national accreditation. Many schools are accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE), which is a national accrediting body. Individual programs may have programmatic accreditation through specialized accrediting agencies as well.
We evaluated the online Bible colleges based on their faculty, cost, flexibility, course offerings, and reputation, then assigned each school an Intelligent Score on a scale of 0 to 100. Our top picks for the best online Bible colleges are affordable and highly respected.(For a more extensive explanation, check out Our Ranking Methodology.)
- 89 hours to write this article
- 201 universities and colleges we assessed
- 442 education programs we compared
The Top 59 Online Bible Colleges
intelligent score 99.85
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Intelligent Pick
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Intelligent Pick
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Online
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 60-120 credits
Graduate: 30-61 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
$440 per credit
accreditation
Middle States Commission on Higher Education
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
866-522-4968
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Online
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Undergraduate: 60-120 credits
Graduate: 30-61 credits
intelligent score 98.64
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Best Alumni Network
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Best Alumni Network
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Undergraduate: 60-120 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
$399 per credit
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
888-937-7248
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Online
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Undergraduate: 60-120 credits
intelligent score 97.64
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Best Scholarships
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 60-135 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
$415 per credit
accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
816-322-3960
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Online
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Undergraduate: 60-135 credits
intelligent score 97.35
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Best Divinity School
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Best Divinity School
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 121 credits; Graduate: 30-39 credits
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Undergraduate: $200 per credit
Graduate: $280-$325 per credit
accreditation
Association for Biblical Higher Education
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
910-221-2224
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Online
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Undergraduate: 121 credits; Graduate: 30-39 credits
intelligent score 97.08
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Best in the Southeast
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Best in the Southeast
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 32-75 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $450 per credit
Graduate: $415-$460 per credit
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
864-977-7000
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Online
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Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 32-75 credits
intelligent score 96.81
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Best Seminary
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Best Seminary
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 32-142 credits
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Undergraduate: $399 per credit
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
606-539-4390
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Undergraduate: 32-142 credits
intelligent score 95.93
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Best Faculty
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Undergraduate: 30-144 credits
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Undergraduate: $285 per credit
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
713-772-4253
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Online
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Undergraduate: 30-144 credits
intelligent score 94.18
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Best for International Students
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Best for International Students
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 credits
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Undergraduate: $3,024 per semester
accreditation
Commission on Accreditation of the Association for Biblical Higher Education
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
210-924-4338
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Undergraduate: 120 credits
intelligent score 93.34
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Best Catholic University
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Best Catholic University
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 128 credits; Graduate: 30-60 credits
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Undergraduate: $600 per credit
Graduate: $625 per credit
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
270-685-3131
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Online
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Undergraduate: 128 credits; Graduate: 30-60 credits
intelligent score 93.16
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Best Christian College
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Best Christian College
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Graduate: 30-36 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Graduate: $475 per credit
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
423-775-2041
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Online
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Graduate: 30-36 credits
intelligent score 92.4
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Best Liberal Arts College
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Best Liberal Arts College
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 124 credits; Graduate: 30-60 credits
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Undergraduate: $587 per credit
Graduate: $795 per credit
accreditation
Middle States Commission on Higher Education
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
800-777-4792
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Online
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Undergraduate: 124 credits; Graduate: 30-60 credits
intelligent score 92.33
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Best in the West
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Best in the West
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 39-79 credits
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Undergraduate: $604 per credit
Graduate: $474 - $667 per credit
accreditation
WASC Senior College and University Commission
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[email protected]
Phone:
562-903-6000
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Online
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 39-79 credits
intelligent score 91.68
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Best in the Midwest
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Best in the Midwest
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-124 credits; Graduate: 30 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $410 per credit
Graduate: $460 per credit
accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
855-585-2015
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Online
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-124 credits; Graduate: 30 credits
intelligent score 91.54
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Best Interdenominational University
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 65 credits
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Undergraduate: $400 per credit
accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
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[email protected]
Phone:
800-882-3456
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Undergraduate: 65 credits
intelligent score 91.22
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Best Baptist University
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
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Undergraduate: $1,074 per credit
Graduate: $1,104 per credit
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
214-333-7100
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Online
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Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
intelligent score 89.92
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Best Public Research University
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Best Public Research University
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Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
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Undergraduate: In-State: $228.81 per credit; Out-of-State: $345.87 per credit
Graduate: In-State: $455.64 per credit; Out-of-State: $1,001.69 per credit
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
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214-333-7100
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Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
intelligent score 89.88
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Best Online Intensive Programs
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Certificate: 9-24 credits; Graduate: 36-78 credits
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Certificate: $508 per credit Graduate: $420-$530 per credit
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
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[email protected]
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214-333-7100
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Certificate: 9-24 credits; Graduate: 36-78 credits
intelligent score 87.78
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Best Large University
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Best Large University
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 30 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $199 per credit
Graduate: $315 per credit
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
606-539-4390
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 30 credits
intelligent score 87.78
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Best for Certificate Programs
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Best for Certificate Programs
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 12-125 credits; Graduate: 30-36 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $450 per credit
Graduate: $450-$498 per credit
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
865-573-4517
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Online
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Undergraduate: 12-125 credits; Graduate: 30-36 credits
intelligent score 87.73
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Best in the Southwest
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Best in the Southwest
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 30-60 credits
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Undergraduate: $402 per credit
Graduate: $557-$702 per credit
accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
855-428-5673
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Online
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Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 30-60 credits
intelligent score 87.05
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Best in the South
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Best in the South
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Master of Divinity
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Undergraduate: 18-121 credits; Graduate: 36-84 credits
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Undergraduate: $295 per credit
Graduate: $285 per credit
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
504-282-4455
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Master of Divinity
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Undergraduate: 18-121 credits; Graduate: 36-84 credits
intelligent score 86.68
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Best for Dual Enrollmemt
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Best for Dual Enrollmemt
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 28-120 credits
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Undergraduate: $298 per credit
accreditation
Association for Biblical Higher Education
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
606-337-3196
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Online
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Undergraduate: 28-120 credits
intelligent score 85.96
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Best Small University
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Best Small University
Delivery Format
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 61-120 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $350 per credit
accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
870-245-5000
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Online
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 61-120 credits
intelligent score 85.11
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Best for Law Programs
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Best for Law Programs
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 12-21 credits; Graduate: 30-72 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $465 per credit
Graduate: $720 per credit
accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
847-945-8800
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Online
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Undergraduate: 12-21 credits; Graduate: 30-72 credits
intelligent score 84.82
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Most Affordable
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Most Affordable
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 60-120 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $250 per credit
Graduate: $440 per credit
accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
513-721-7944
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Online
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Undergraduate: 60-120 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
intelligent score 84.17
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 21-121 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $370 per credit
Graduate: $475 per credit
accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
513-721-7944
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Online
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Undergraduate: 21-121 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
intelligent score 84.04
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Best for Diploma Programs
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 18-120 credits; Graduate: 36-75 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $455 per credit
Graduate: $615 per credit
accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
513-721-7944
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Online
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Undergraduate: 18-120 credits; Graduate: 36-75 credits
intelligent score 83.48
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Best for Pastoral Ministry Programs
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Best for Pastoral Ministry Programs
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 66-120 credits; Graduate: 30-36 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $398 per credit
Graduate: $498 per credit
accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
866-462-6868
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Online
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 66-120 credits; Graduate: 30-36 credits
intelligent score 83.33
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Best Study Abroad Opportunities
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Best Study Abroad Opportunities
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Undergraduate: 60-120 credits; Graduate: 30-36 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $395 per credit
Graduate: $550 per credit
accreditation
Western Association of Schools and Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
866-776-0331
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Online
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Undergraduate: 60-120 credits; Graduate: 30-36 credits
intelligent score 82.73
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Best Master of Theology Program
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Best Master of Theology Program
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Master of Theology
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 27-120 credits; Graduate: 30-75 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $399 per credit
Graduate: $299 per credit
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
800-264-6014
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Online
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Master of Theology
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Undergraduate: 27-120 credits; Graduate: 30-75 credits
intelligent score 81.92
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Best for Asynchronous Classes
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Best for Asynchronous Classes
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 66-120 credits; Graduate: 30 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate & Graduate: $375 per credit
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
800-328-2660
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Online
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 66-120 credits; Graduate: 30 credits
intelligent score 81.56
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Best Online Orientation
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Best Online Orientation
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Online
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 60-120 credits; Graduate: 36-75 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $285 per credit
Graduate: $295-$390 per credit
accreditation
Commission on Accreditation of the Association for Biblical Higher Education
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
954-637-2268
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Online
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Undergraduate: 60-120 credits; Graduate: 36-75 credits
intelligent score 81.45
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Best Christ-Centric Programs
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Undergraduate: 21-66 credits; Graduate: 36-90credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate & Graduate: $245 per credit
accreditation
Commission on Accreditation of the Association for Biblical Higher Education
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
954-637-2268
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Undergraduate: 21-66 credits; Graduate: 36-90credits
intelligent score 81.44
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Best MBA Program
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 60-120 credits; Graduate: 30-42 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $425 per credit
Graduate: $485-$540 per credit
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
828-669-8012
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Undergraduate: 60-120 credits; Graduate: 30-42 credits
intelligent score 80.94
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Best BA in Biblical Studies Program
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Best BA in Biblical Studies Program
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 18-124 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $415 per credit
Graduate: $199 per credit
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
828-669-8012
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Undergraduate: 18-124 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
intelligent score 80.38
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Best MA in Biblical Studies Program
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Best MA in Biblical Studies Program
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 122 credits; Graduate: 36-54 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $325 per credit
Graduate: $555-$575 per credit
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
800-879-9816
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 122 credits; Graduate: 36-54 credits
intelligent score 79.56
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Best MA in Christian Ministry Program
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Best MA in Christian Ministry Program
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 39 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $463 per credit
Graduate: $663 per credit
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
800-879-9816
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 39 credits
intelligent score 79.41
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Best MA in Christian Leadership Program
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Best MA in Christian Leadership Program
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-125 credits; Graduate: 36-72 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $425 per credit
Graduate: $585 per credit
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
828-669-8012
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-125 credits; Graduate: 36-72 credits
intelligent score 79.13
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Most Military Friendly
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Most Military Friendly
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 60-120 credits; Graduate: 30-72 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $425 per credit
Graduate: $465-$515 per credit
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
800-777-2227
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Online
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 60-120 credits; Graduate: 30-72 credits
intelligent score 78.26
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Best BA in Theological Studies Program
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Best BA in Theological Studies Program
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 18-120 credits; Graduate: 18-90 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $378 per credit
Graduate: $398 per credit
accreditation
New England Commission on Higher Education, Inc.
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
855-752-4636
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 18-120 credits; Graduate: 18-90 credits
intelligent score 77.81
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 16-120 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate & Graduate: $275 per credit
accreditation
New England Commission on Higher Education, Inc.
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
855-752-4636
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 16-120 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 18-122 credits
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $355 per credit
accreditation
New England Commission on Higher Education, Inc.
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
855-752-4636
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 18-122 credits
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 60-120 credits; Graduate: 45-90 credits
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate & Graduate: $365 per credit
accreditation
Association of Theological Schools; Higher Learning Commission
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
816-414-3700
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 60-120 credits; Graduate: 45-90 credits
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $415 per credit
Graduate: $330 per credit
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
828-669-8012
Delivery Format
Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
intelligent score 76.36
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Master of Arts in Ministry Studies
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $352 per credit
Graduate: $444 per credit
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
828-669-8012
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Online
Programs
Master of Arts in Ministry Studies
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
intelligent score 75.68
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 12-120 credits
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $350 per credit
accreditation
New England Commission on Higher Education, Inc.
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
855-752-4636
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Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 12-120 credits
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 61-120 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate & Graduate: $484 per credit
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
828-669-8012
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Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 61-120 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
intelligent score 74.39
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Hybrid
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Required Credits to Graduate
Graduate: 36-94 credits
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Graduate: $515-$590 per credit
accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
616-949-5300
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Hybrid
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Graduate: 36-94 credits
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 24-128 credits; Graduate: 33-96 credits
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $430 per credit
Graduate: $445 per credit
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
828-669-8012
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Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 24-128 credits; Graduate: 33-96 credits
intelligent score 72.23
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 60-120 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $370-$440 per credit
Graduate: $450 per credit
accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
513-721-7944
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Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 60-120 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
intelligent score 71.81
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Delivery Format
Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 24-128 credits; Graduate: 36-42 credits
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate & Graduate: $395 per credit
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
828-669-8012
Delivery Format
Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 24-128 credits; Graduate: 36-42 credits
intelligent score 71
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 60-125 credits; Graduate: 36-72 credits
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $425 per credit
Graduate: $575 per credit
accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
952-446-4100
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Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 60-125 credits; Graduate: 36-72 credits
intelligent score 70.7
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 122 credits; Graduate: 34 credits
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $440per credit
Graduate: $485 per credit
accreditation
WASC Senior College and University Commission
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
800-568-6248
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Online, Hybrid, On-Campus
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 122 credits; Graduate: 34 credits
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Delivery Format
Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 60-120 credits; Graduate: 36-124 credits
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $455 per credit
Graduate: $455-$474 per credit
accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
513-721-7944
Delivery Format
Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 60-120 credits; Graduate: 36-124 credits
intelligent score 70.34
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Online
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 10-120 credits; Graduate: 48 credits
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $133-$462 per credit
Graduate: $471 per credit
accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
513-721-7944
Delivery Format
Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 10-120 credits; Graduate: 48 credits
intelligent score 68.95
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Delivery Format
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Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 62-124 credits
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $322 per credit
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
615-675-5277
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Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 62-124 credits
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Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 61-122 credits; Graduate: 30-87 credits
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $405 per credit
Graduate: $460-$645 per credit
accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
513-721-7944
Delivery Format
Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 61-122 credits; Graduate: 30-87 credits
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 30 credits
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $430 per credit
Graduate: $475 per credit
accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
513-721-7944
Delivery Format
Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 30 credits
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 24-34 credits
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $565 per credit
Graduate: $1,030 per credit
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
828-669-8012
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Online, Hybrid
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 credits; Graduate: 24-34 credits
intelligent score 66.59
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Delivery Format
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Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 18-121 credits; Graduate: 33-36 credits
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate & Graduate: $395 per credit
accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
513-721-7944
Delivery Format
Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 18-121 credits; Graduate: 33-36 credits
intelligent score 65.75
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 30-129 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $580 per credit
Graduate: $470 per credit
accreditation
Association for Biblical Higher Education
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
304-877-6428
Delivery Format
Online, Hybrid
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 30-129 credits; Graduate: 36 credits
intelligent score 65.29
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Delivery Format
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Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 66-128 credits; Graduate: 64-96 credits
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Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $443.75 per credit
Graduate: $1,395 - $1,400 per course
accreditation
Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
704-334-6882
Delivery Format
Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 66-128 credits; Graduate: 64-96 credits
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What You Should Know About This Degree
Bible colleges occupy a unique space in higher education as institutions that grant degrees in many subjects, but teach courses through a faith-based lens. In addition to general education and major requirements, students at Bible colleges are required to take classes in Bible study, theology, Hebrew, Greek, and the life of Christ. Christian perspectives are also interwoven into the coursework for students’ majors.
Often students who intend to pursue careers in ministry attend Bible colleges for their undergraduate degrees. Depending on your career aspirations, an associate’s or bachelor’s degree from a Bible college might be sufficient. However, some students may decide to pursue a graduate degree at a seminary, which is another type of faith-based institution that focuses on ministry leadership roles.
When considering attending an online program, you will want to confirm that the school you plan to attend is authorized to grant degrees to students who live where you do. Regulations for degree-granting online programs vary by state, so it’s in your best interest to get this information before enrolling in a program.
Lastly, be sure the schools you are researching are regionally accredited. There are many online colleges that are not accredited, or nationally accredited. This can impact your eligibility for federal financial aid, the transferability of your credits, and the value of your degree post-graduation.
What’s Next?
Here are some questions to ask when researching Online Bible Colleges programs:
- What support do online students receive? Find out how the school provides online students access to resources like libraries, tutoring, technical support, and career services. Some schools also offer support services designed specifically for distance-learning students.
- Does the program have any in-person requirements? Depending on the exact degree you are pursuing, some programs may have in-person requirements, such as internships, even if coursework is delivered fully online. Some schools may require students to attend an on-campus orientation or occasional seminars. Make sure you understand any attendance expectations before enrolling in a program, so you know you can fit them into your schedule.
During the research process, take a look at the school’s admissions requirements and deadlines. Some programs may have more stringent eligibility requirements than others. This information is usually available on the school’s website, or by contacting their admissions department.
Now is also the time to think about how you will pay for your degree. Research financial aid options including loans, grants, scholarships, and assistantships. If you are currently working, find out if your employer offers tuition assistance benefits.