Bachelor of Theology (BTh)

88 Credits - 3 years

The BTh degree is designed for students who come to MBS without a completed undergraduate degree. The BTh is designed to prepare graduates to enter lives of fruitful Christian service and leadership in such areas as: para-church ministry, church planting, urban mission endeavors, global missions, lay counseling and care ministries, children and youth ministry, and marketplace vocations. Additionally, students pursuing pastoral ministry may be ready to enter the ordination process in their denomination upon graduation, depending on the degree requirements of their denomination.

The program consists of in-person classes, a practical ministry internship (practicum), and one-on-one mentoring.

Classroom Coursework: 40 credits

Practicum: 36 credits (Choose from Pastoral, Counseling, Urban Ministry, Church Planting & Renewal, or Church Ministry tracks)

Mentoring: 12 credits

Program length: 3 years

Full-time Annual Tuition: $2,950/yr for 3 years (2024-25 rate. Does not include books or software)

Learning modality: in-person

Degree Worksheet - Details the degree requirements, including required classroom courses, mentoring, and practicum.