Certificate in Religious Studies


This program affords students the opportunity to acquire a comprehensive overview of the Bible, its major themes, and the archaeological evidence supporting biblical truth. The certificate itself serves as documentation of this accomplishment, as does the transcript notation. Not only does the Religious Studies certificate program provide valuable personal spiritual development, but it can serve as professional development for those in church or para-church ministries and careers.

The certificate in Religious Studies is available to both degree-seeking students enrolled in undergraduate degree programs and students seeking only the certificate itself. For those students enrolled in degree programs, the certificate not only meets many of IWU's elective requirements for graduation, but is eligible for financial aid under the same terms as the degree program.

Completion of a certificate program while pursuing a college degree can serve as a signal to prospective employers that you are a person with the drive and determination to excel. Not only will the Religious Studies course of study enrich your spiritual life by providing valuable insights and tools for more meaningful Bible study, but it will better prepare you for a number of volunteer or part-time ministries, such as leading Sunday school classes and Bible studies.


Certificate Program Admission Requirements


The admission requirements for the certificate programs are as follows:
  1. Proof of high school graduation or GED certification
  2. A minimum of two years of significant full-time work experience beyond high school.
Certificate Program Curriculum
BIL120 Themes in Biblical Literature
BIL201 Methods in Bible Study
BIL101 Old Testament Survey
BIL102 New Testament Survey
BIL231 Biblical Archaeology



Certificate Program Completion Requirements

  1. Successful completion of the 15 semester hour curriculum
  2. A grade of C or higher in each of the five undergraduate level courses
  3. Payment of all Tuition and Fees
Upon successful completion of the required course work and other requirements (listed above) Indiana Wesleyan University will issue a Certificate in Religious Studies and enter a notation on the student's official transcript attesting to completion of the certificate program.


Accreditation


Indiana Wesleyan University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission* and a member of the North Central Association. In addition, IWU's educational programs are accredited by the Indiana Professional Standards Board (IPSB) and the National Council of Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).


*Higher Learning Commission: http://www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org/ or call 312-263-0456


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