AA Christian Discipleship :: Andrews University

By completing this fully online program, students gain the biblical knowledge foundation for Bible workers, lay leaders and others committed to actively serving their local church. Learn more and do more for God by attending Andrews online while continuing family and career commitments. Take classes at your own pace, anywhere.

OVERVIEW

Program Type: Associates Degree
Program Length: 33 credits
Online Format: Self-paced, some interactive
Program Entry: August, January or May
Application Deadline: Admission year-round
Why at Andrews? Flexible. Faith-based. Online.

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OUTCOMES

Students who complete this program should be able to:

Explain and apply principles of Christian faith to their personal life and ministry.
Demonstrate an understanding of the global mission, beliefs, and heritage of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Address issues of faith within the framework of a Seventh-day Adventist community.
Engage in research and effectively communicate findings in contextually appropriate ways.
Demonstrate a commitment to nurturing community through regular worship and participation in a local.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Official high school transcript with 2.5 or higher GPA, or GED certificate with minimum 450 on 5 sections and no score lower than 410
ACT or SAT scores if high school completed in the United States within the last 3 years
Official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended with 2.5 or higher GPA
English language proficiency test scores when first language is not English and less than four years of high school where English was the language of instruction
Students in United States without documentation are welcome

Learn more: Undergraduate Admission Policy

COSTS

Application fee: $ 30
Tuition: $ 405 per credit (1-4 cr per class)
Distance fee: $ 135 per semester
Textbooks:$ 100-200 per class
Financial aid, scholarships & payment plans available
Additional fees may apply
Contact a financial advisor

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates may enter positions as Bible workers, missionaries, ministry teachers or leaders, or in diverse service careers.
Build a bachelor's degree on this strong foundation. Continue with the fully online BA Religion or an individualized General Studies Bachelors online degree, or any other on campus bachelor degree.

CURRICULUM

TOTAL CREDITS: 33 credits

RELB 111 - Introduction to the Old Testament
RELB 112 - Introduction to the New Testament
RELB 210 - Jesus in His Time and Ours
RELB 245 - Hermeneutics
RELB 335 - Acts and Epistles
RELH 400 - SDA History and Prophetic Heritage
RELT 115 - Introduction to Christian Discipleship
RELT 225 - Doctrines of the Adventist Faith
RELT 315 - Christian Discipleship

Choose one of the following courses:

RELB 235 - Apocalyptic and Biblical Prophecy
RELB 406 - Studies in Daniel and Revelation