The 60-credit Scholar’s program features more focused and specialized training in Biblical Studies or Theological Studies. It is designed to prepare students to serve in the church, to teach in a Christian school, or to serve as a foundation for more advanced theological students. The Scholar’s program can also serve as a stepping stone toward the Divinity program. The student must complete the Scholar’s program within 7 years from the time of his enrollment.

Program Outcome

Graduates of the Scholar’s program will attain a deeper and more specialized understanding of biblical studies or systematic theology, equipping them for effective service in the church, Christian education, or further theological study. They will demonstrate the ability to interpret and apply Scripture with exegetical precision or engage critically with theological doctrines. This program provides a rigorous academic foundation for those pursuing advanced theological education while also preparing students for meaningful contributions to the life and ministry of the church.

Program Requirements

Individuals with an earned bachelor’s degree are eligible to earn either a Master of Arts in Biblical Studies (MABS) degree or a Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS) degree. Those without a bachelor’s degree are eligible for an Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies (AABS) or Associate of Arts in Theological Studies (AATS). Students who complete at least 50% of the Associate of Arts may apply for an upgrade to Master of Arts if they meet the degree upgrade criteria (see below). The student must complete the Scholar’s program within 7 years.

Biblical Studies

Seminary Prep (2 credits)

  • SP401 Research & Writing (1)

  • SP402 Logos Academic Training (1)

Biblical Languages (18 credits)

  • BL501 Hebrew 1 (3)

  • BL502 Hebrew 2 (3)

  • BL503 Hebrew 3 (3)

  • BL511 Greek 1 (3)

  • BL512 Greek 2 (3)

  • BL513 Greek 3 (3)

Exegetical Theology (19 credits)

  • ET500 Hermeneutics (3)

  • ET510 OT Introduction (3)

  • ET515 NT Introduction (3)

  • ET631 OT Theology (4)

  • ET632 NT Theology (2)

  • ET663 Message of Isaiah (2)

  • ET675 Message of Acts (2)

Historical Theology (3 credits)

  • HT510 Creeds & Confessions (3)

Systematic Theology (6 credits)

  • ST501 Apologetics (3)

  • ST502 The Word (3)


Electives (12 credits)

  • 12 Elective Credits from any ET, HT, ST, or PT

Total Credits: 60

Theological Studies

Seminary Prep (2 credits)

  • SP401 Research & Writing (1)

  • SP402 Logos Academic Training (1)

Exegetical Theology (6 credits)

  • ET500 Hermeneutics (3)

  • ET530 Biblical Theology (3)*

Historical Theology (14 credits)

  • HT500 Baptist Symbolics (2)

  • HT611 Early Church (3)

  • HT612 Medieval Church (3)

  • HT613 Reformation Church (3)

  • HT614 Modern Church (3)

Systematic Theology (29 credits)

  • ST501 Apologetics (3)

  • ST502 The Word (3)

  • ST503 God & Decree (3)

  • ST504 Man & Sin (3)

  • ST505 Christ & Covenants (3)

  • ST506 Salvation Applied (3)

  • ST507 Holy Spirit (3)

  • ST508 The Church (3)

  • ST509 Last Things (2)

  • ST510 Ethics (3)

Electives (9 credits)

  • 9 Elective Credits from any ET, HT, ST, or PT

Total Credits: 60

 

* This course is under development and will be offered the 2025–26 academic term. In the meantime, students may substitute ET631 or ET632.