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Bible and Theology A.A. (on campus)

Bible and Theology A.A. (on campus)

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS – ON-CAMPUS

Build a Biblical Foundation

Whatever career or ministry path you decide to take, be prepared to serve from a solid understanding of Scripture. You will get a strong foundation in biblical and theological studies as you further your love for God and others, live out the gospel in your community and learn discernment for daily life.

Be mentored by caring professors
Find your fit in our community
Get involved and make a difference

PREPARATION FOR LIFE

Career Potential

Associate of Arts: Business Administration
Deepen your knowledge of the faith to prepare you to:

  • Better serve your local church and community
  • Serve as a youth leader
  • Transition seamlessly into the Bible and Theology Bachelor of Science major
Associate of Arts: Business Administration

“I know that I am able to go to any of my professors with questions about classwork or about life in general. Each of them has proven that they actually care about my well-being as a student and as a person…I can know for a fact that each assignment is given to prepare me for ministry.”

Joshua Kiswani

Youth Ministry Major | Westfield, NY

SKILL DEVELOPMENT

What Will You Learn?

In all of the programs at CSU, you’ll be interacting with small class sizes and professors who really care and desire to mentor you. You’ll not only receive quality academics to prepare you for your career, but discipleship to prepare you for life.
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Foundations for the future

You will engage in the same Bible and theology courses that the online Bible and Theology Bachelor of Science major offers, so that you can transition smoothly if you’d like to pursue further studies in the future.

Flexibility to pursue your interests

Pursue learning that aligns with your life, ministry and career goals. You will have the flexibility to choose Bible and theology courses that interest you through electives.

Ministry preparation

You will be equipped to share Scripture accurately and effectively in a variety of settings to better serve your local church and community.

YOUR COURSES

What You Will Study

Each of your courses will be taught from a biblical worldview, and you’ll learn with an intimate group of peers led by professors who care about your success.

All courses are 3 credits unless noted.
Course Descriptions can be found in the catalog.

First Year
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
  • CSU First Year Experience [CSU101] – 0 credits
  • Principles of Bible Study [BI100]
  • Bible Survey [BI111]
  • Academic and Researched Writing [EN121]
  • Speech Communication [SP100]
  • Math or Science Elective
  • Writing Across the Disciplines [EN122]
  • Living Well [HP101] – 1 credit
  • General Psychology [PS100]
  • Building a Biblical Lifestyle [TH120]
  • Theology Survey [TH211]
  • Biblical Studies Elective

This is an example of what your course schedule may look like; your actual schedule will be determined when you register.

Second Year
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
  • World Religions [EV22O]
  • Worldviews: Humanities and Science [PH206]
  • Biblical Studies Elective
  • Biblical Studies Elective
  • Ministry Leadership Elective
  • Theological Distinctives [TH308]
  • Biblical Studies Elective
  • Biblical Studies Elective
  • Humanities Elective
  • Ministry Leadership Elective

This is an example of what your course schedule may look like; your actual schedule will be determined when you register.

Program Highlights
  • Pursue your interests through the flexibility of electives.
  • Easily transition to CSU’s Bible and Theology Bachelor of Science major.
Dive into the truth of God’s Word.

Develop your Bible study skills and understanding of biblical theology, and quickly earn a credential within the field!

Meet our Faculty

You’ll learn from professors who care deeply about you and your goals.

BEST CHOICE

CSU is Affordable

We believe every student should have the opportunity to choose a biblical higher education—regardless of their financial circumstance. That’s why we’re committed to keeping costs for students as low as possible.

UNDERGRADUATE

Average Cost

Before federal and state grants

*Anticipated typical cost for first-time, full-time, residential undergraduate CSU students for 2024-25. This cost includes tuition, housing, meals, general fee and CSU scholarships. Your total cost can be even lower if you qualify for more aid, including federal and state grants which do not have to be paid back.

Information provided by the National Center for Education Statistics.

Youth Ministry Degree
Online Degree at Clarks Summit Univerity

WHY CSU?

You want to
choose a university:

  • Where you can enhance your future.
  • Where you will grow in your relationship with Christ.
  • Where you truly find your fit.

Every class at CSU is carefully crafted to help you take your career and ministry to the next level. You will be immersed in principles from God’s Word as you learn practical tools and gain valuable training to apply to your career.

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