Pastoral Ministries B.S. (on campus)
Bachelor of Science – On Campus
Serve Christ Effectively
If God is calling you into full-time pastoral ministry, one of the most important decisions you will make is where you will acquire your education. At CSU, you will find a school that is committed to solid biblical and theological instruction and which features qualified professors who uphold that standard.
Life after CSU
Career PotentialÂ
You will be able to put your Bible study and leadership skills to use in many different ministry positions, such as:
- Lead Pastor
- Youth Pastor
- Associate Pastor
- Church Planter
- Other Pastoral Leadership Roles
- Ministry Leader
- Missionary
Dan Reider
Pastoral Ministries major
Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada
I appreciate the heart that the professors have for the students and how they are always willing to answer our questions and help understand why theology impacts the church and how the church operates.
About Your Program
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.
Study and teach the Word of God
You will learn to use effective Bible study skills as you dive into the original biblical language of Greek to understand and communicate Scripture well.
Reach the world around you
Learn from professors who have served and are serving in teaching and local church ministries. They will mentor you through practical, hands-on ministry experience.
Teach, disciple and counsel from a biblical worldview
Gain experience in course-related practical ministry, including units in evangelism and Bible teaching. You will preach at a local church and grow in godly character for pastoral ministry.Â
Your Courses
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.
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Program HighlightsÂ
- You will gain experience through preaching in a local church, and you are encouraged to earn academic credit in a summer apprenticeship program.
- You will be prepared to further your academic studies through seminary, such as Baptist Bible Seminary.
Make an impact on the world for Christ.
Develop the leadership skills, knowledge and experience to reach people for Christ in a pastoral career!
Why CSU?
You want to
choose a college:
Where you can get prepared for your future. Where you will grow in your relationship with Christ. Where you truly find your fit.
Students constantly say the top reason they love CSU so much is: Community. When you’re part of the CSU community, you attend class with professors who are mentors; you do life right alongside others who want to serve their Savior, and you are welcomed into lifelong friendships that last well beyond graduation.
Exceptional Financial Value
A Christ-centered education is a wise investment. That's why we make biblical education as affordable as possible for students like you.
Scholarships are for Christian character, work ethic and academics.
99% of full-time, on-campus students get free financial aid.
This is what our students really pay:
(Based on the incoming class of Fall 2021)
$15,308Â
$15,308Â Average net cost after free aid.
$19,042
Average free financial aid received not including loans.
99% of students receive financial aid.
Sticker price (cost without aid)
This price is typically not your actual price.
Request information to see what financial aid may be available to you!
Tuition
$27,200
Housing/meals
$6,800
Fees
$350
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