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College of Christian Studies
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Christian Studies: Apologetics
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Program Overview
The Christian Studies: Apologetics concentration will prepare future pastors and ministry leaders for success in the professional world. You’ll be able to build churches and ministries that know how to present the gospel in a way that makes sense to today’s culture. This program is unique because you’ll receive more apologetics training than at a seminary, learn to appeal to hearts and minds with truth, and study content that has 21st century relevance. Your professors are well-versed in the history and trends of apologetics and will teach you how to create a solid theological and philosophical foundation.
The Apologetics concentration provides you with specialized training that makes you a desirable candidate for churches and ministries struggling to grow in skeptical communities. Your apologetics-focused degree is excellent preparation for a graduate degree in ministry or divinity, too. You could work as a professor, church leader, writer, or an evangelist.
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Program at a Glance
Total Credit Hours
122
Program Type: BA
I-20 Approved: Yes
I-17 Approved: No
Details
Program Director: Dr. Bryan Cribb
Class Format: Seated (Main Campus)
Program Duration: 4 Years (8 Semesters)
Start Date: Fall: August | Spring: January
Admission Requirements
- Previous Degree Required
No previous degree is required to enroll in this program.
- Transcript Required
Official high school or GED transcripts will need to be submitted as part of the application process for this program. Transfer students must submit official transcripts from their previous school.
Official high school or GED transcripts will need to be submitted as part of the application process for this program. Transfer students must submit official transcripts from their previous school.
- Additional Admission Requirements
Two essays (prompts) or official SAT, ACT, or CLT scores are required during the application process.
- Application Deadline
Anderson University has a rolling admission process (students are notified when the are accepted whenever that is during the year) but students are encouraged to apply by the following dates: December 1st for the best scholarship consideration and no later than July 1st to begin in the fall semester.
Career Outcomes
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Why AU?
Your time in the apologetics concentration will be a rigorous and rewarding journey. Here are three reasons why you should study apologetics at AU: Receive More Apologetics Training than at a Seminary You’ll study more apologetics than most seminary students. Professors well-versed in the history and prevailing trends in apologetics will teach you how to create a solid theological and philosophical foundation. You’ll use this foundation to build a church or ministry with sound views about God and a focus on reaching people from all beliefs and backgrounds. Appeal to Hearts and Minds with Truth You’ll study how to appeal to the depths of human intelligence and emotion without sacrificing truth. Twenty-first Century Relevance What you learn is relevant to the world as it is now. You’ll tailor your knowledge of God to the needs and understanding of the people with whom you interact in your ministry.
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