In addition to the overarching objectives of the school, graduates with a major in Biblical Studies will be compassionate, informed, and perceptive readers who are able to answer questions about the nature, content, provenance, and interpretation of the Bible. Biblical Studies majors must complete 18 hours of general electives. In addition to the overarching objectives of the school, graduates with a major in Theology will be equipped to explore and reflect on Christian doctrine and doctrinal development, and to bring an evangelical theology to bear on issues of critical concern. Theology majors must complete 18 hours of general electives. The Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in youth ministries emphasizes biblical principles, discipleship training, counseling relationships, and effective communication.
Students learn youth ministry through classroom instruction and actual ministry experience.
Those earning the youth ministries major will be able to articulate a biblical philosophy of youth ministry, model an appropriate lifestyle, understand contemporary youth problems, counsel youth, organize and administrate a youth program, and communicate biblical concepts effectively in a variety of teaching situations. The major also prepares students for graduate school and seminary training.