Be equipped as a pastor or aspiring church leader to lead your church theologically and administratively. Union's Bachelor of Science in Christian Leadership program will strengthen and deepen your faith, helping you become more effective in fulfilling your Great Commission calling. Ready to finally earn your college degree?
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Have little or no prior college credits toward earning your degree? Check out our Associate Degree.
The BSCL program is designed for bivocational pastors, church staff members or laypersons looking to finish their bachelor's degree and gain a solid, theological foundation for ministry. You will benefit from:
Union's new online BSCL program provides laser focus on equipping you to lead volunteers in your church. Lay leaders in the church or those who work in other non-profit settings will also benefit from these courses. Scripture places high expectations on both the pastor's calling and the congregation's responsibility for building effective churches. I applaud Union for taking this bold step forward in enhancing — and advancing — ministry training for the local church!
Roger S. (Sing) Oldham
Pastor Engagement Director
Tennessee Baptist Mission Board
Graduates of this program will be well equipped to further God's work through their churches and community involvement. Courses include:
When I decided to return to college, I desired a Christian education with a personal feel. The professors and staff at Union University have been precisely that. Each professor and staff member have been personally available by taking the time to answer questions, offer guidance, and connecting with me. I look forward to continuing my Christ-centered education at Union University with a team that treats me more like family and less like a number.
Steven Hardy
Associate degree graduate
Current BSCL student
Want to get a sneak peak at the BSCL major? Start with 12 hours in one of the following Certificate in Christian Leadership tracks.
NOTE: Some prerequisites are required to take additional course(s) in certificate (CHR 111: Old Testament; CHR 112: New Testament; ENG 111: Written Comp 1)
Are you interested in furthering your biblical knowledge and strengthening your faith? Expand your understanding of the Bible under the guidance of instructors devoted to your spiritual growth. Union University is committed to offer theologically sound teaching that will help you enhance your knowledge of the Old and New Testament.
Whether you're wanting to further deepen your love of Scripture or lay a biblical foundation for the first time, this certificate is designed to help you grow in your faith and walk with the Lord.
Expand your understanding of the Bible under the guidance of theologically sound teaching! Union University's certificate track in Biblical Studies is designed to help bi-vocational pastors and lay people deepen their knowledge of Scripture and how they communicate the Bible to others.
We want to partner with you as you help shepherd God's people, and Union University's certificate in Biblical Studies will equip you to teach the Bible accurately and faithfully.
Per semester hour charges for courses for 2025-2026: $400 per credit hour plus a $33 per credit hour student service fee. Estimated Financial Aid Budget
This program is delivered fully online.
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