Christian Studies Dual Level (BS in Bible + MA Religion)
Whether in a church or parachurch setting, begin your full-time ministry faster with the BS in Bible + MAR dual-level program.
Why Christian Studies BS + MA in Religion?
The BS in Bible + Master of Arts (Religion) dual-level program is designed for students with a wide range of ministry and professional goals. All students receive a broad foundational education in the inerrant Word of God and in the key doctrines of the Christian faith. Students take foundational courses, plus innovative courses designed to prepare them for teaching, preaching, and other ministries in the local church. All courses are designed and taught by Cairn professors, who bring their scholarly expertise and ministry experience to bear.
The Cairn University dual-level BS in Bible/MAR program allows you to condense what would be six years of study (four-year bachelor’s + two-year master’s) into just five years by starting master-level courses as early as your junior year. You’ll be able to complete all requirements for both degrees in as few as five years without taking summer courses.
You will also continue to receive your undergraduate scholarships and tuition aid for all five years of study, which will save you thousands of dollars.
Christian Studies at Cairn
Academic Opportunity
Study the Bible cover to cover, taking courses that range from surveys of the Old Testament to exegetical studies of Revelation.
Career Preparation
Develop the skills of pastoral or lay ministry.
Personalized Education
Deeply explore each branch of systematic theology and the history of theology.
Graduate School Preparation
Take graduate-level courses on campus or online.
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Required Credits: 150
Curriculum Highlights:
- CHM 621 The Spiritual Life
- BIB 704 Psalms/Wisdom Lit
- BIB 703 OT Prophets
- BIB 712 Pauline Epistles
- BIB 713 Gen Epistles/Revelation
Senior Pastor
Associate/Assistant Pastor
Camp Director
Bible Teacher
Chaplain
Missionary
Professor (with further study
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An Affordable Education
While the cost of a Cairn University education is competitive with similar institutions, we realize you may need financial assistance to take this journey. You are not alone. 97% of our full-time undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance.
What Our Students Have To Say
Makenzie Landis
I have found the Christian studies program to be a good fit for me, as it allows me to take the Bible classes I enjoy while also allowing flexibility to take other classes to fit the type of ministry I would like to go into. The faculty are incredible, and I’ve appreciated the mentorship I’ve been able to have with many of my professors.