BA or BS in Religion and Church Leadership

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
in Religion and Church Leadership - Min. 120 Hours

General Education Requirements: 32.5-33 hours
Additional General Education Requirements: 21-24 hours
*Student seeking a BA should complete a minimum of 6 credit hours in a single foreign language.

Religion and Church Leadership Major (34 Hours)

Required Courses (Complete 13-15 hours from the following):

RL201 Old Testament (3)
RL202 New Testament (3)
RL205 Introduction to Church Leadership (3)
RL268/368 Internship and Field Experiences (1-3)
RL480 Religion Capstone (3) 

Religion Electives (Choose 6 hours from the following):

RL203 Exploration in Christian Thought (3)
RL225 Philosophy of Religion (3)
RL290/390 Special Topics (1-5)
RL301 Mission and Message of Jesus (3)
RL302 Paul and the Early Church (3)
RL303 The Prophets (3)
RL310 Biblical Literature & the Ancient World (3)
RL331OL History of Christianity I (3)
RL332OL History of Christianity II (3) 

12 hours of additional courses will be divided between:

Communication & Management (6) - Course will be selected to enhance creation, promotion, and maintenance of ministry programs.
Social Sciences & Ethics (6) - Courses will be selected to promote thoughtful and ethical leadership, guidance, and instruction in ministry programs. 

Electives to complete min. 120 hours

Last updated: 07/21/2021