Class Type
100% Online, 6-week Courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
June 29, 2026
Accreditation
Mission University is accredited by HLC and ABHE
Credit Hours
Months (avg)
Program Mission
The mission of the Master of Arts in Biblical Studies program is to cultivate personal, professional, and spiritual formation through an in-depth study of God’s Word, equipping students with a solid understanding of biblical exegesis and interpretation, sound theology, and the practical application of that theology in the context of everyday life, local church ministry, and biblical 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
| Course Code # | Course Name | Hours | |
| BIB | 540 | Hermeneutics | 3 |
| BIB | 510 | Old Testament I: Law & History | 3 |
| BIB | 610 | Old Testament II: Poetry & Prophets | 3 |
| BIB | 520 | New Testament I: The Gospels | 3 |
| BIB | 650 | New Testament II: Acts, Epistles & Revelation | 3 |
| THE | 530 | Systematic Theology I | 3 |
| THE | 532 | Systematic Theology II | 3 |
| THE | 631 | Systematic Theology III | 3 |
| THE | 632 | Systematic Theology IV | 3 |
| THE | 641 | Apologetics | 3 |
| THE | 650 | Contemporary Issues in Theology | 3 |
| XXX | XXX | Elective (see elective list below) | 3 |
Elective course options include:
CNC 520 – Counseling James
CNC 521 – Counseling Job
CNC 522 – Counseling Ephesians
CNC 523 – Counseling Ecclesiastes
CNC 524 – Counseling Song of Solomon
CNC 525 – Theology & Secular Counseling
CNC 534 – Counseling Theology
CNC 540 – Counseling in the Church
CNC 626 – Marriage & Family Counseling
HIS 541 – Church History I: The Early church – The Dark Ages
HIS 542 – Church History II: The Reformation – Today
LAN 501 – Greek Language Tools
LAN 506 – Hebrew Language Tools
LAN 511 – Greek I
LAN 512 – Greek II
MIN 515 – Global Evangelism & Discipleship
MIN 630 – Transformational Bible Preaching & Teaching
MIN 631 – Expository Preaching & Teaching
MIN 650 – Leadership Essentials for Christian Ministry
NOTE: The MABS degree track may be used as the first 36 hours of the MDIV.
Faculty
Many qualified alumni and BBFI ministry leaders are serving as faculty in our online programs!
For nearly 75 years, Mission University has been a leader in ministry training. Now Mission U takes that same passion found in the classroom and expands our reach through 100% online degrees.
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 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.