Anderson University

Programme overview

This is a Bachelor of Arts major in Christian Studies with a Pastoral Ministry emphasis delivered on Anderson University’s main campus. The program requires 122 total credit hours, is structured over four years (eight semesters), and accepts new cohorts in fall (August) and spring (January). The program is I-20 approved and taught in a seated format; Dr. Bryan Cribb is listed as Program Director.

What you'll study

Coursework focuses on practical pastoral skills and foundational ministry disciplines. Core topic areas named by the program include pastoral care and counseling, pastoral ministry, and preaching. Training emphasizes servant leadership and real-world skills such as counseling, teaching, preaching, and supervising church staff.

Entry requirements

No prior degree is required. Applicants must submit official high school or GED transcripts; transfer applicants must provide official transcripts from previous institutions. Anderson uses a rolling admissions process; applicants are encouraged to apply by December 1 for strongest scholarship consideration and no later than July 1 to begin in the fall semester.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for a range of pastoral positions: leading a church or ministry, serving as a chaplain in an organization, or launching a Christian nonprofit. The program stresses practical readiness for duties pastors commonly perform, including counseling congregants, delivering sermons, teaching, and managing staff.

Scholarships & funding angle

Anderson University references tuition, fees, and scholarships on its admissions pages; earlier application (by December 1) is recommended for best scholarship consideration. The program notes that job placement and internship opportunities are not guaranteed and that employment and salary outcomes depend on factors such as location, career path, and individual qualifications.