Certificate of Distinction in Biblical Studies
Earn a Certificate of Distinction in Biblical Studies at Azusa Pacific University
You will boost your résumé and graduate applications when you earn your biblical studies degree with a Certificate of Distinction, which acknowledges superior coursework mastery. You can qualify by maintaining a GPA of 3.5 in your major, and completing 24-25 units of upper-division coursework in biblical studies and biblical languages.
Program at a Glance
The School of Theology at Azusa Pacific University trains students for effective ministry in the church and around the world through practical programs in a supportive Christ-centered community.
Program Information
- Program Units: 24-25
Location
- Azusa (Main Campus)
Gain Hands-on Experience
- Study the Bible and biblical languages in-depth at an upper-division level.
- Explore the relevance and authority of Scripture through a variety of approaches to biblical interpretation.
- Read and translate the texts of Old and New Testaments in their original languages.
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Jimmy Curley ’18 APU’s experience as a biblical studies major taught him how to integrate academics with his Christian faith.
Program Details
You can earn a Certificate of Distinction in Biblical Studies by maintaining a GPA of 3.5 or higher in your major, and completing 24–25 units of upper-division coursework in biblical studies and biblical languages.
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Azusa Pacific University is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).
Career Outlooks and Outcomes
Featured Faculty
Federico A. Roth
Professor, Biblical and Religious Studies
Traci L. Birge
Assistant Professor, Biblical and Religious Studies
Eunny Lee
Associate Dean, Department of Biblical Studies, Theology, and Ministry; Professor, Biblical and Religious Studies
APU Receives $5 Million Lilly Endowment Grant in Partnership with LPU and LABI
APU received a $5 million grant from the Lilly Endowment in partnership with Life Pacific University and the Latin American Bible Institute that will strengthen pathways for theological education for Hispanic students.