Oral Roberts University

What you'll study

Core topics and formats are designed to develop ministry competence and biblical knowledge. You will study courses such as:

• Biblical Hermeneutics
• Spirit-Empowered Ministry
• Old Testament Synthesis
• New Testament Synthesis
• Teaching Ministries

Program structure: 36 credit hours total. Typical enrolment is one 3-credit course per 7-week term, with six terms per year; students take courses with their entry cohort. Each course includes four live webinars. The degree completes with an applied project (examples include authoring an e-book, creating a 6-hour ministry workshop, or designing a multi-part sermon series or study curriculum). The programme can be finished in as little as 20 months if enrolled full-time under the programme's definition.

Entry requirements

The programme is intended for applicants who have been out of college for at least two years. Additional application steps are managed through ORU Online admissions; consult the admissions team for full documentation and procedural details.

Career prospects

The curriculum is aimed at preparing graduates for roles in ministry and church-related leadership. Typical positions held by alumni include:

• Associate Pastor
• Ministry Leader
• Lay Leader
• Missionary / Evangelist
• Bible Teacher
• Church Administrator

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

ORU promotes affordability and offers options such as federal aid and an interest-free payment plan. The university indicates availability of scholarships and financial opportunities for both U.S. and international students. Prospective students should contact admissions or financial aid for individualized cost estimates and eligibility details.