Abilene Christian University

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Bachelor of Arts in Bible and Ministry

DegreeBachelor
FieldTheology & Religious Studies
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Cost & earnings at Abilene Christian University What students borrow here, and what they go on to earn

You borrow $24,250 median federal debt
You repay $276/mo over 10 years
Graduates earn $55,736 10 yrs after entry
Debt clears in 1.5 yrs of the salary premium
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A Bachelor of Arts in Bible and Ministry trains students in biblical interpretation, ministry practice and cross-cultural mission. It suits those preparing for church leadership, missionary service, pastoral ministry or advanced theological study.

What you'll study

The major requires 51 hours within one of four tracks. Example coursework listed by the programme includes:

  • Teaching and Learning for Spiritual Formation
  • New Testament Greek for Beginners I & II
  • Gospel in a Multicultural World
  • Ministry in Context

Track descriptions provided by the department: the Biblical Text concentration focuses on biblical language, message and historical context and is appropriate for students who intend to preach or pursue graduate study; the Christian Ministry concentration prepares students to serve in diverse church settings; the Missions concentration prepares students for cross-cultural ministry; and the Biblical Languages concentration emphasises Hebrew and Greek. ACU also offers a minor in Bible, Missions and Ministry.

Entry requirements

The public programme page does not list specific admissions criteria. Prospective applicants should contact ACU for details about undergraduate entry standards and enrolment procedures.

Career prospects

The department identifies common vocational outcomes for graduates:

  • Missionary
  • Ministry director
  • Chaplain
  • Counselor
  • Theologian
  • Youth minister

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

No specific scholarships are named on the programme page. Students typically explore institutional scholarships, departmental awards, need-based aid and external funding for ministry education; contact ACU's admissions or financial aid office to learn current funding opportunities and application processes.

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