Bachelor of Arts in Ministry and Vocation
Answer your calling.
The Ministry and Vocation bachelor’s degree gives you a solid theological foundation in the Old and New Testaments, as you gain an understanding of how biblical principles are applied to daily life and ministry.
Make your own path
We offer four distinct tracks of study within this major; choose the one that best fits your calling.
- The youth and family ministry concentration prepares students to minister to adolescents and families in church settings.
- Worship ministry, designed in collaboration with the Department of Music, explores how music can spiritually form a congregation and how it’s been used historically to worship God.
- The vocational missions concentration is ideal for those looking to support themselves for secular work, while living as part of a missions team.
- The children and family ministry concentration contains coursework in the education and psychology of children.
What can you do after graduation?
- Missionary
- Chaplain
- Minister
- Counselor
- Evangelist
- Peace Corps Volunteer
- Charity Officer
- Church Planter
- Church Camp Director
- Bible Teacher
Degree Details
Bachelor of Arts in Ministry and Vocation
Tracks
Worship Ministry
Youth and Family Ministry
Children and Family Ministry
Vocational Missions
Required Hours
University Requirements: 56 credit hours + Major Requirements: 63-64 credit hours (Choice of 4 tracks) + Electives: 8-9 credit hours = Total Required: 128 credit hours* *Based on track selection
Example Coursework
Introduction to Biblical Interpretation
Preaching
Living the Mission
Story of Spiritual Formation
Department
Bible, Missions and Ministry
Application Deadlines
Early Bird: November 1st
Regular: February 1st
National Candidates: May 1st