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      Southeastern University: Bachelor's in Ministerial Leadership

      Explore Southeastern University's Bachelor of Science in Ministerial Leadership

      Ministerial

      Program Overview

      The Bachelor of Science in Ministerial Leadership prepares students for ministry leadership — in local churches, faith-based non-profit organizations, and other ministry contexts – through an interdisciplinary curriculum of courses in foundational core, Bible, theology, ministry, and ministry practicum. As the final part of your major core, you'll select an 18 hour track to further advance your knowledge in a specific area of ministry leadership: Biblical Studies, Christian Ministry, Family Ministries, Humanitarian Ministry, or Pastoral Care & Counseling.

      Credits to Complete 120 credit hours Transfer Credits Up to 90 credits can be transferred in

      What You'll Learn

      In addition to exploring topics such as the Bible, theology, church history, discipleship, team leadership, strategic ministry leadership, nonprofit financial management, and ethics, you will: (1) explore the spiritual, vocational, and ethical foundations that will equip you to be a healthy vocational ministry leader, (2) examine the beauty of human diversity and Christian responses to differences in the 21st century, and (3) apply the ideas you are learning in your courses to real-life ministry work in a local church through two required ministry practicum courses.

      Career Preparation

      Career possibilities include Youth Pastor, Children's Pastor, Missions Coordinator, Evangelism and Outreach Coordinator, Lead Pastor, Parachurch Ministry Director, and Associate Pastor.

      Ready to Apply? Apply through this link to receive your Union College Benefit discount at Southeastern University.

      About Southeastern University

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      ABOUT:  Southeastern University (SEU) is a private, regionally accredited nonprofit institution of higher learning founded in 1935. SEU is a Christ-centered institution dedicated to equipping the next generation to go into the world as influential servant leaders in their careers and their communities.

      ACCREDITATION: Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

      ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: All undergraduate students are required to submit the following items, using the personalized application link that is generated when an application is submitted:

      • High school transcript/GED scores (if transferring in less than 60 college credits)
      • College transcript (if college courses have been taken through dual enrollment or after graduating high school, even if no credit was earned or grades received)

      After submitting an application, you'll receive a personalized admission link. Be sure to check that link to learn more about the admission requirements for your specific program. 

      TRANSFER CREDITS: Up to 90 credits for a bachelor's degree

      COST: The cost with the discount is $250 per credit hour, which has been reduced from $399 per credit hour.