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Bachelor of Applied Theology

California Baptist University

Riverside, United States
10.33 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Prepares students for pastoral ministry through Bible and theology study with church-based training.

Program highlights

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

What you will learn

Apply core concepts and methods in Applied Theology. Evaluate relevant challenges and evidence. Communicate professional or academic findings. These are indicative outcomes
not verified university learning objectives.

Career outcomes

Lead pastor
Executive pastor
Youth pastor
Church planter
Pastoral staff

Curriculum

124-unit degree taken as a cohort. Core study covers Christian theology
advanced biblical preaching
ministry leadership
with Greek and Hebrew. Four semesters of required internship in a local church.

Entry requirements

Academic

Secondary school diploma and official sealed transcripts with certified English translation; 250-650 word essay; English proficiency (TOEFL iBT 72
IELTS 5.5
PTE 53 or Duolingo 105) or an approved waiver; transfer applicants need 24 transferable units with a 2.0 GPA.

Accepted academic background

Secondary school diploma / official sealed transcripts with certified English translation; 24 transferable units with 2.0 GPA for transfer applicants; 250-650 word essay

Language tests

TOEFL iBT 72
IELTS 5.5 (no band below 4.5)
PTE Academic 53
Duolingo 105 (no subscore below 100)
IELTS Academic 5.5

Documents you’ll need

Typically
a passport copy
academic transcripts
graduation certificate and English language evidence where applicable. Confirm program-specific requirements.

How to apply

Review eligibility and deadlines for Applied Theology. Prepare academic records
identification and language results where applicable. Submit the official university or college application and supporting documents. Complete any program-specific requirements and pay any confirmed fees. Monitor the admission decision. Confirm international student documentation after acceptance.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$59,400 USD
Application fee	$45 USD
Deposit	$200 USD

Program details

Campus	Riverside Campus
Faculty or school	School of Christian Ministries
Department	Department of Applied Theology
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Potential institutional funding may exist, but program eligibility, award amount and deadlines are not independently confirmed.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
4 Mar 2027
111 days left
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
4 Mar 2027
111 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 10.33 years.