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Biblical Studies Certificate (Undergraduate)


The certificate programs for the College of Bible and Ministry provide continuing education for non-traditional, non-residential students, introducing them to biblical studies of higher education. The certificate recognizes 18 semester hours of completed coursework from the College of Bible and Ministry with an emphasis on textual studies. Although the College of Bible and Ministry offers more than one certificate, students are limited to one certificate from the college.

Code of Conduct

Students enrolled in the certificate program must agree to abide by the Academic Integrity Policy of Harding University as well as the Code of Conduct. Harding University reserves the right to deny the awarding of a certificate of completion to students whose lifestyle or conduct is not consistent with the values and principles of the University.

Request information by contacting the College of Bible and Ministry, Box 12280, Searcy, AR 72149-2280. Call 501-279-4808 or email onlinebible@harding.edu.

Requirements


Students must complete at least 18 hours, earning a 2.0 or higher grade on all work: a minimum of 10 hours of text with at least one 2-hour course from both divisions (BOLD and BNEW), BIB 2020 , BMIS 3000 , and additional hours from any division within the College of Bible and Ministry .

Students must be enrolled in the program one semester before the certificate will be awarded.