Bachelor of Theology

Deepen Your Faith. Equip Your Calling.

General Description and Program Objectives

The Bachelor of Theology program is designed to give the student the maximum benefit of a broad education in theological studies with an emphasis in biblical studies and ministry. General Education requirements ensure that the student is broadly educated in the arts and sciences, while a significant portion of time is spent learning the fields of theology and history of Christianity. The majority of the student’s coursework is dedicated to bible, theology and practical ministry.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Theology program are prepared for impactful roles in ministry, nonprofit work, and faith-based leadership. Your degree opens doors to diverse vocations where theological training, pastoral skills, and spiritual discernment are valued.

Program Requirements Summary

The general education requirement: 56 units
The Bible and theology requirement (With Capstone): 40 units
* Required Capstone Class: NT 101 (New Testament Survey)

Theology: 16 units
Christian History: 8 units
Practical Ministry and Church Administration: 36 units

Field Education: 8 units

Major Electives: 16 units

Total Unit requirement: 180 units
Residence requirement at Rochester: (90 units)

General Education Program Learning Outcomes (GE)

GE PLO 1: Critical Thinking.

GE PLO 2: Quantitative Skills.

GE PLO 3: Information Literacy.

GE PLO 4: Natural Sciences.

GE PLO 5: Social Sciences and Humanities.

GE PLO 6: Diversity.

GE PLO 7: Oral and Written Communication.

GE PLO 8: Christian Knowledge and Integration.

Program Learning Outcomes

By the time students complete their program they will be the emerging leaders and serving the church as the pastor, evangelist, lay leaders and the world with leadership with the following expertise:

Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the Bible
Describe comprehensive knowledge of the Christian doctrine
Demonstrate knowledge of the history of the church and its heritage
Apply pastoral and ministry skills in service to local church or community or for Christian living.

Admission Requirements

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Theology program:

Applicants for admission must be in possession of, or have candidacy for, a high school diploma or GED, and must submit official transcripts and/or copy of diploma for their high school degree, as well as any college level work they have completed, if applicable.
A completed application form for admission
Application Fee
Recommendation Form

Program Graduation Requirements

The Bachelor of Theology degree program requires a minimum of 56 general education courses, 56 units of Bible and Theology 36 units of professional studies, Students are also required to take at least 8 units of field ministry and 24 units of elective courses in any of the classifications.

As much as 90 quarter units may be satisfied through transfer credit. At least 90 units must be completed at Rochester University. A student must pass an exit interview.

The completion of 180 quarter hours of credit including at least 56 units in General Education, Professional Studies, field ministry and other requirements.
Demonstration of Christian character by interview
Completion of course work with a Grade Point Average of C (2.0)
Passing Exit interview