Calvary University

Advanced Homiletics

Seminary microcredential in advanced homiletics consisting of Hermeneutics/Inductive Bible Study and Expository Preaching I and II.

Basic Greek Proficiency

Seminary microcredential in basic Greek proficiency listed among Calvary Theological Seminary's microcredential offerings.

Basic Hebrew Proficiency

Seminary microcredential in basic Hebrew proficiency consisting of Hebrew I and Hebrew II.

Basic Homiletics

A nine-hour microcredential offered by the Ministry Studies Department consisting of Bible Study / Hermeneutics, Expository Preaching I, and Expository Preaching II.

Bible

A nine-hour microcredential offered by the Bible and Theology Department consisting of Bible Study / Hermeneutics, Old Testament Survey, and New Testament Survey.

Bible & Theology

The Master of Arts in Bible & Theology degree is designed as a one-year graduate degree preparing students with a general understanding of Bible, theology, and graduate level learning tools. The purpose of the curriculum is to train students in the sound linguistic, hermeneutical, and theological skills necessary for accurate interpretation and application of the Scriptures in preparation for effective ministry.

Bible & Theology

The mission of the Ph.D. in Bible and Theology program is to produce outstanding exegetes and theologians who are able to contribute to and articulate scholarship in biblical worldview, and who can serve both the academy and the church as researchers in the field of Biblical and theological studies, promulgating their findings through publication, education and leadership.

Bible & Theology (Bachelor of Arts Degree)

To receive a Bachelor of Arts Degree, the student must take at least 12 hours of Biblical Languages in Greek and/or Hebrew for their Bible & Theology Electives or Open Electives. A student majoring in Bible and Theology may declare an emphasis in Biblical Languages, which fulfills the requirement for the Bachelor of Arts Degree.

Bible & Theology (Bachelor of Science Degree)

The Bible and Theology Department provides instruction in the Word of God, the tools necessary for personal study of that Word, the biblical philosophy which provides a solid foundation for living, and the scriptural motivation to put into practice scriptural standards and precepts. The program prepares students to acquire basic biblical and theological facts as a foundation for meditation, teaching, and further study, and to build a solid educational foundation for graduate or seminary studies.

Bible Track

A one-year certificate offered by the Bible and Theology Department providing instruction in the Word of God, the tools necessary for personal study of that Word, and the biblical philosophy which provides a solid foundation for living.

Biblical Counseling

The Master of Arts in Biblical Counseling degree provides a graduate-level, biblically, theologically, and psychologically focused education for men and women who desire to enter into biblical counseling service. The program utilizes courses from three distinct and interconnected cores (Bible and Worldview, Theology, and Counseling) to provide students with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for effective biblical counseling practice.

Biblical Counseling

The Biblical Counseling Department exists to train Counseling majors and other students to be able to serve as lay counselors or staff counselors in their church or in other counseling ministries according to a consistently biblical worldview. The department also prepares students for further studies in Biblical Counseling at the seminary and graduate level.

Business Administration

The Calvary University Business Administration Program promotes professional development and growth by preparing organizational leaders to manage with a servant's heart in the church and in the world according to the biblical worldview. The baccalaureate degree is offered with concentrations in Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Organizational Leadership & Management, Outdoor Adventure Leadership, and Sports Management.

Corporate Culture

A twelve-hour microcredential offered by the Business Administration Department for students seeking focused preparation in organizational and corporate culture from a biblical worldview.

Education

The Calvary University Graduate Education Program promotes professional development and advanced intellectual enrichment by preparing Christian teachers, educators, and school leaders to serve the church and the world, according to the biblical worldview. Teaching and leading professionally requires the practical knowledge of a subject and the ability to communicate that subject in ways that students can understand.

Elder Ministry Preparation

A nine-hour microcredential offered by the Ministry Studies Department consisting of Generational Discipleship, Organizational Leadership, and Theological Foundations of Ministry.

Elementary Education

An Educator Preparation Program approved by the Missouri State Board of Education for Elementary certification (Grades 1-6). Successful completion positions the student to apply for Missouri State Teacher Certification and Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) certification.

Interdisciplinary Studies

This major is formed by choosing two of the minors offered by the university; both minors are considered equal and the focus is upon the integration of two distinct disciplines. Students gain competencies within their selected disciplines and integrate the content within their discipline choices.

Life Track

A one-year certificate offered by the Bible and Theology Department combining core biblical education coursework with open electives to give students a foundation in Bible, theology, and the biblical worldview.

Middle School - Language Arts

An Educator Preparation Program approved by the Missouri State Board of Education for Middle School Language Arts certification (Grades 5-9). Successful completion positions the student to apply for Missouri State Teacher Certification and ACSI certification.

Middle School - Social Science

An Educator Preparation Program approved by the Missouri State Board of Education for Middle School Social Sciences certification (Grades 5-9). Successful completion positions the student to apply for Missouri State Teacher Certification and ACSI certification.

Middle School - Speech & Theatre

An Educator Preparation Program approved by the Missouri State Board of Education for Middle School Speech & Theatre certification (Grades 5-9). Successful completion positions the student to apply for Missouri State Teacher Certification and ACSI certification.

Ministry Leadership (Basic)

A nine-hour microcredential offered by the Ministry Studies Department consisting of Generational Discipleship, Teaching the Bible, and Organizational Leadership.

Ministry Studies

The Master of Divinity program provides solid preparation for ministry in the local church, on the mission field, and in other ministry-related settings. Three tracks are available for equipping ministry leaders: the Pastoral Ministry Track, the General Ministry Track, and the Intercultural Studies Track.

Ministry Studies

The Ministry Studies associate degree equips students with essential academic, interpersonal, and practical skills to serve in local churches and parachurch organizations. It is offered in Bible & Theology, Children's Ministry, General Ministry, and Worship Arts tracks.

Ministry Studies (Bachelor of Arts Degree)

The Bachelor of Arts option in Ministry Studies is offered through the Pastoral Ministry concentration and combines extensive classroom instruction with supervised ministry experiences such as internships. It equips students with the biblical and practical understanding needed for ministry in today's world.

Ministry Studies (Bachelor of Science Degree)

The Ministry Studies Department program and concentrations are designed to equip students with the essential academic, interpersonal, and practical skills to serve in local churches and parachurch organizations. Concentrations include Ministry Studies, Children's Ministry, Intercultural Studies, Pastoral Ministry, Youth Ministry, and Youth Ministry / Worship Arts.

Music Education (K-12) Vocal/Choral

The Music Department trains students to maximize musical gifts and talents while developing the character and skill set necessary for effective ministry. The student who successfully completes the Music Education program will be eligible to apply for ACSI certification and for Missouri State Teacher Certification.

Organization Development

The Master of Science degree in Organization Development is designed for Christians to develop administrative and management skills necessary for effective leadership. This graduate course of study prepares the student to collaborate with leaders to strategize a system-wide application of knowledge to the planned development of organizational strategies, structures, and processes for improving an organization's effectiveness according to the biblical worldview.

Professional Directed Studies (Bachelor of Arts Degree)

The Professional Directed Studies Department enables academic learning in cooperation with partner institutions accredited by the US Department of Education and CHEA recognized accrediting agencies. Approved baccalaureate majors are offered in fields not taught at Calvary, such as Accounting, Biology, Criminal Justice, Engineering Technology, and Social Work.

Professional Directed Studies (Bachelor of Science Degree)

The Professional Directed Studies Department enables academic learning in cooperation with partner institutions accredited by the US Department of Education and CHEA recognized accrediting agencies. Students can study at Calvary and integrate courses taken from another academic institution in order to major in an academic program not offered at Calvary.

Secondary - English

An Educator Preparation Program approved by the Missouri State Board of Education for Secondary English certification (Grades 9-12). Successful completion positions the student to apply for Missouri State Teacher Certification and ACSI certification.

Secondary - Social Sciences

An Educator Preparation Program approved by the Missouri State Board of Education for Secondary Social Sciences certification (Grades 9-12). Successful completion positions the student to apply for Missouri State Teacher Certification and ACSI certification.

Secondary - Speech & Theatre

An Educator Preparation Program approved by the Missouri State Board of Education for Secondary Speech & Theatre certification (Grades 9-12). Successful completion positions the student to apply for Missouri State Teacher Certification and ACSI certification.

Systematic Theology

A nine-hour microcredential offered by the Bible and Theology Department consisting of Systematic Theology I, II, and III.

Worship Arts

A one-year certificate offered by the Music Department combining biblical education with music coursework including worship leading, music theory, applied lessons, and ensembles.

Worship Arts

The Worship Arts major has multiple concentrations which allow various areas of music involvement: Contemporary Christian Music, Worship Minister, and Worship Performance. Overall musicianship and competency is stressed while concentrating on the specific areas of leading, teaching, performing, and ministering.