Criswell College

Biblical Studies

The Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (BABS) is designed to prepare students to study the Bible efficiently and to communicate it effectively in a contemporary setting.

Christian Leadership

The Master of Arts in Christian Leadership (MACL) provides hands-on, pragmatic application of complex theological truths. Relevant to those in both ministry and marketplace, this degree offers training in leadership, administration, and conflict management alongside core biblical principles.

Christian Ministry

The Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry (BACM) equips God-called men and women for a broad range of teaching and leadership positions both within the local church and beyond it. Students are equipped to disciple, lead, and teach biblical truth across a multitude of diverse socio-cultural contexts.

Christian Studies

The Master of Arts in Christian Studies (MACS) provides an academic introduction to the core tenets of the faith. This degree offers a fundamental understanding of Christian doctrine, history, and theology along with an introduction to biblical studies and interpretation.

Counseling

The Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC) equips students to care and counsel from a compassionate, competent, and Christian worldview as scholar-practitioners steeped in research-based theories and techniques. Two tracks are available: a 36-hour Counseling Ministries Track and a 60-hour Professional Licensure Track.

Divinity

The Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree program equips students called to serve as Christian ministers by providing graduate-level knowledge in biblical, theological, and ministerial studies; strengthening doctrinal devotion; and developing methodological and ministerial acumen necessary to lead as pastors, chaplains, evangelists, and missionaries.

Education

The Bachelor of Science in Education (BSED) trains individuals who desire to teach Early Childhood (EC) through 6th grade or Social Studies in 4th through 8th grades in a public, private, or Christian school. Upon completion and fulfillment of Texas Education Agency requirements, students are prepared to sit for the TExES examinations that lead to Texas Teacher Certification.

General Studies

The Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree is designed primarily for students desiring basic general education with a strong biblical and theological foundation for their total education. This degree meets the minimum requirements for appointment with certain missionary agencies and also prepares students for the Bachelor of Arts degree programs at Criswell College.

Philosophy, Politics, and Economics

The Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (BAPPE) is a rigorous course of study designed to give students the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in the public or private sector. By combining three interconnected disciplines into the major, students learn to analyze and solve complex problems from multiple perspectives.

Psychology

The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (BAPsy) provides a foundation for many different careers by teaching interpersonal, analytical, and critical thinking skills from a Christian worldview. Graduates are equipped for positions in the local church, business, education, industry, the mental health field, and other areas.

Theological and Biblical Studies

The Master of Arts in Theological and Biblical Studies (MATBS) is an academic degree to equip students to lead within the Church as biblical scholars and theologians. It provides graduate-level knowledge and academic skills, develops methodological acumen, and strengthens doctrinal devotion.