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Graduate Certificate in Bible and Theology

The Bible and Theology Certificate offers you a solid biblical-theological foundation. The credits you earn can be applied towards a Master of Divinity or Master of Arts seminary programs through Columbia Biblical Seminary.

What You'll Learn

How to interpret and apply the biblical text
How to explain, evaluate and apply Bible doctrine
How to trace God’s global movement throughout the Bible

Program Length

This 30-credit-hour degree only takes 1 year to complete.

Why Study Bible & Theology at CIU Online?

Highly engaged, hands-on online classes with students from all over the world
Professors who are practitioners of the subjects they teach
Faculty and staff who are dedicated to getting to know you and providing both academic and spiritual support and guidance

Program Details

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

A minimum 30 total semester hours of credit
A minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA
Completion of a minimum of 15 semester hours of Bible and theology

Review the program details and course requirements for the Bible & Theology Certificate program.

Note: This certificate program is not eligible for federal Title IV financial aid funds – i.e. Federal Direct Loans. Students who are interested in exploring other financial aid options should contact the Financial Aid Office.

Career and Ministry Opportunities for Bible & Theology Certificate Graduates

A Certificate in Bible & Theology prepares you for further study at the master’s level as well as potential opportunities in ministry.

Marketplace Ministry
Serving on the mission field
Serving as a staff member in a local church
Teaching Bible in a Christian school

Graduate Certificate in Bible and Theology Admission Requirements

Online application
$25 application fee
Applicants must have an accredited bachelor's degree
Official college transcripts of all work completed or in progress.
An essay
Church leader reference
Signed Doctrinal Statement (completed during the first course)

Format

On Campus

Online

Degree Program Faculty

	David A. Croteau Professor of New Testament, PhD Program Director, Associate Dean Dr. Croteau joined the faculty of Columbia Biblical Seminary in 2013 and became Associate Dean in 2020.
	Brian P. Gault Professor of Old Testament Dr. Gault joined the faculty of Columbia Biblical Seminary in 2012.
	L. Igou Hodges Professor Emeritus of Systematic Theology Dr. Hodges joined the faculty of CIU’s Seminary & School of Ministry in 1978 and has taught Systematic Theology from that date until the present.
	Julia Klausli Adjunct Counseling Professor B.A., M.A., Columbia International University, Ph.D., University of Texas at Dallas
	Benjamin J. Noonan Professor of Old Testament Dr. Noonan joined the faculty of CIU’s Seminary & School of Ministry in 2014.