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Bachelor of Biblical Studies

Dallas Baptist University

Dallas, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

A four-year, Deeper study of the Bible and its place in church and society.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Graduates are expected to explain core concepts in Biblical Studies (Advanced Major)
Apply appropriate methods to practical problems
Communicate findings clearly
And use discipline-relevant tools responsibly.

Career outcomes

Chaplaincy
Church administration
Community development
Christian education
Social services
Graduate study

Curriculum

Students study the Bible through its ancient languages
History
Social setting and literary genres
And how it is received in church and culture. Sample courses include Beginning Hebrew
Beginning Greek and The Pentateuch
Entry to the major needs a C or better in nine introductory credits.

Entry requirements

Academic

High school diploma or equivalent with transcripts
250-word essay
English test scores (IELTS 6.0
PTE 48
Duolingo 100
Cambridge 163 or equivalent)
Passport and financial proof for the I-20. No minimum GPA published for international undergraduates.

Accepted academic background

High school diploma or equivalent (transcripts and diplomas, international homeschool guidelines apply); 250-word essay "Why I Want to Study at DBU"; no minimum GPA published on the checked international pages

Language tests

IELTS 6.0 (no section below 5.0)
PTE Academic 48
Cambridge 163
Duolingo 100 (no subscore below 90)
IELTS Academic 6

Documents you’ll need

Completed application form
Academic transcripts
Secondary school completion certificate
English language proficiency evidence if required
Passport identification page
Essay

How to apply

Review the Biblical Studies admission requirements at Dallas Baptist University. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of the entry qualification. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload the required documents and language results if applicable. Pay the application fee if applicable and submit before the relevant deadline. Review the admission decision and complete acceptance requirements.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$43,560 USD
Application fee	$50 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	Main Campus
Faculty or school	Mary Crowley College of Christian Faith
Department	Department of General Studies
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1
Scholarship note	Dallas Baptist University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
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June 2027
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Program starts
August 2027
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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.