Class Type
Seated, Traditional 15-week Semesters
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
August 11th, 2025
Accreditation
Mission University is accredited by HLC and ABHE
Credit Hours
Months (avg)
Career Outlooks
Career Opportunities for Bachelor of Science in Pastoral Studies Graduates:
- Senior Pastor
- Church Pastor
- Executive Pastor
- Associate Pastor
- Campus Pastor
- Youth Pastor
- Family Pastor
- Military Chaplain
- Workplace Chaplain
- Cross Cultural Missionary
- Biblical Counselor
- Para Church Missionary
- Professor (with continued educational requirements)
- Teacher
- Author
- Evangelist
- Camp Administration and Ministry
- Disaster Relief Coordinator
- Denominational Office
- Nursing Home Administration
- Funeral Home Director
- Social/Human Services Worker
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies & Church Ministry, students will be able to:
1. Articulate a knowledge of biblical texts and a clear explanation of systematic theology consistent with Baptist distinctives. (ILO1)
2. Identify the stages of spiritual development with application to interpersonal relationships. (ILO 3)
3. Exegete and apply a biblical text to a sermon and/or lesson delivered with oral clarity and contemporary relevance. (ILO 1)
4. Demonstrate an understanding of church administration and local church leadership. (ILO 1)
5. Formulate a philosophy of life and ministry which demonstrates a commitment to Christ-like character. (ILO 2)
Program Mission
The mission of the Pastoral Ministry Concentration is to equip its graduates with the skills necessary to shepherd and lead a local church with Christ like character and to provide a foundation for further education.
Why Choose Mission U?
At Mission University, we have been training effective Christian leaders since 1950. Mission U alumni are impacting the world all over the globe, and we strive for excellence in all that we do. Here are some of the benefits of pursuing your degree with us:
- Mission University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and nationally accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE). You can rest assured that you’re earning your degree from an institution that has met rigorous accreditation standards and will be well-respected among churches, ministries, and nonprofit organizations.
- Our faculty have years of practical, real-life experience in ministry pastoring churches, running ministries, doing intercultural work abroad, and more. They are excited to share what they’ve learned with you.
- Each of your courses is taught from an evangelical Christian perspective – so whether it’s a leadership, communication, science, or history course – biblical principles and weekly devotions will be incorporated into your studies.
Degree Plan
General Studies (30 hours)
| GSCE 141 – English Grammar and Composition | 3 |
| GSCE 142 – English Composition and Research | 3 |
| GSCS 200 – Public Speaking | 3 |
| BSMI 121 – Biblical Foundations for Global Outreach | 3 |
| GSBP 212 – General Psychology | 3 |
| GSSH 133 – Christian Worldview in Contemporary Culture | 3 |
| GSSH 241 – Church History I: Early Church – Dark Ages | 3 |
| GSSH 242 – Church History II: Reformation – Today | 3 |
| GSNS 110 – Origins Science | 3 |
| PSBU 136 – Personal Finance | 3 |
Bible/Theology (39 hours)
| BSEB 103 – Old Testament Survey 1 | 3 |
| BSEB 104 – Old Testament Survey 2 | 3 |
| BSEB 111 – Life of Christ | 3 |
| BSEB 112 – Life of Paul | 3 |
| BSEB 213 – New Testament Survey | 3 |
| BSEB 224 – Hermeneutics | 3 |
| BSEB 325 – Advanced Hermeneutics | 3 |
| BSEB 341 – Romans | 3 |
| BSST 233 – Theology 1 | 3 |
| BSST 234 – Theology 2 | 3 |
| BSST 333 – Theology 3 | 3 |
| BSST 334 – Theology 4 | 3 |
| BSST 441 – Apologetics | 3 |
Church Ministry (33 hours)
| BSCM 200 – Personal Evangelism & Discipleship | 3 |
| BSCM 310 – Preaching & Teaching Methods | 3 |
| BSCM 315 – Preaching & Teaching Workshop | 3 |
| BSCM 324 – Local Church Worship, Music, and Media | 3 |
| BSCM 333 – Local Church Communications | 3 |
| BSCM 334 – Local Church Business | 3 |
| BSCM 438 – Local Church Missions | 3 |
| BSCM 463 – Local Church Counseling | 3 |
| BSCM 475 – Local Church Internship | 3 |
| Bible/Theology OR Church Ministry Elective | 3 |
| Bible/Theology OR Church Ministry Elective | 3 |
Pastoral Ministry Concentration (18 hours)
| BSBC 344 – Marriage & Family Counseling | 3 |
| BSEB 371 – Pastoral Epistles | 3 |
| BSPS 133 – The Christian Leader | 3 |
| BSPS 432 – Pastoral Leadership | 3 |
| BSPS 435 – Fundamentals of Church Planting & Revitalization | 3 |
| BSPS 440 – Advanced Preaching & Teaching | 3 |
Total (120 hours)
Comments:
All ministry students are required to complete a missions trip and local church internship as part of the degree program and graduation requirements.
Department Head
MARK MILIONI
Department Head
Mark Milioni has served as the president of Mission University since May, 2012. His leadership has resulted in a tremendous financial turn-around, numerical growth, and a renewed spirit and passion for training men and women for the ministry at the college. Dr. Milioni graduated from Mission University in 1988 with a bachelor’s degree in Pastoral Ministry. He continued his education at Luther Rice Seminary, earning a master’s degree in ministry; at Louisiana Baptist University, earning a Doctorate in Communications, and at Regent University, earning a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership. He has served the Lord in the local church as a senior pastor for over twenty-five years, giving him a great love for the church and for pastors. His education and experience uniquely qualify him to lead the college as it endeavors to create a life changing experience for men and women who will go forth to change the world for Jesus Christ.
Student Spotlight
Cody Terrell (Class of 20')
“My degree program in Pastoral Studies means that I can be prepared for my future ministry. God is using the classes that I’m in to grow and groom me for what he has called me to do with my life. Going into college, I knew that I wanted to do full-time ministry, but I didn’t know exactly what that looked like. I chose to enroll in the pastoral studies degree program because what I would learn in this degree program can be translated into many different areas. Now, as a graduate, I know that I will be ready to do whatever God leads me to, whether that be cross-cultural ministry, youth ministry, pastoral ministry, or whatever else there may be.”
Admission Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Completed Mission University application
- Official high school transcript showing the graduation date, or GED certificate.
- Official transcript from all previous colleges or universities attended (if applicable).
- Completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA waiver form.
- Completed Mission University financial check-in documents.