Christian Life College offers the Associate of Arts Degree in Christian Studies.

The Associate of Arts in Christian Studies (AACS) combines theological education with the history of Western thought in order to develop the intellectual and spiritual maturity of every graduate. The degree prepares students to serve God and others in whatever chosen vocation, including Christian ministries, through worldview development and biblical studies.

California Christian College recognizes the need for a strong general education background as foundational for all areas of study. The Associate of Arts in Liberal Studies is designed to address that need. It provides general education courses equivalent to those offered at other educational institutions but within a Christian context, taught by Christian instructors, and informed by a biblical worldview. This two-year program allows students who may not sense a call into vocational ministry the opportunity to experience a Christian college environment while accumulating credits likely to transfer into a major at another institution. All of the credits accumulated in the A.A. in Liberal Studies can also be applied directly to a B.A. degree at California Christian College.

The A.A. degree in Christian Studies (60 credit hours) includes the foundational courses that comprise the Certificate program, plus four additional required courses. But it also allows the student to take six additional classes of their own choosing, to pursue more fully particular interests and knowledge.

Life Pacific University-Virginia offers a fully accredited, Associate of Arts degree in General Studies on the campus in Christiansburg, Virginia.

This two-year degree includes courses in general education, Bible, theology, and Christian ministry. Several interrelated purposes underlie the rationale for this program. First, some students desire to study the Bible and theology beyond the level normally available in the local church but do not plan to pursue a Bachelor’s degree specifically in those disciplines. Secondly, some students do not sense a call into full-time Christian ministry and do not desire a four-year degree, but they choose to attend Bible college for their own personal spiritual development and growth in Biblical knowledge. Thirdly, some Christians seek advanced training to serve more effectively inlay positions within their local church. The Associate of Arts degree in Bible and Christian Ministry strives to meet these needs.

The Associate of Arts degree in General and Religious Education offers a Christian liberal arts core with a foundational knowledge of the Bible and Christian ministries. This basic curriculum prepares the student to continue study in a specialized field.

The Associate of Arts degree is designed for the student who desires a strong biblical foundation in preparation for further study at another college or effective ministry within the local church.

This 63-credit hour degree program is designed for Christian professionals, students who plan to complete a non-theological degree in the future, and others who wish to study the fundamentals of the Christian faith along with General Education courses.

Religion has been a part of virtually all civilizations and cultures forever. It is everywhere and is the foundation for belief systems around the world from the dawn of time. Our religious studies curriculum explores classical mythology, as well as religions in America and around the world.

Solid biblical training from accomplished faculty with years of ministry experience. This program of study equips students to learn and apply sound Biblical leadership training such as values, vision, planning, motivation, and organizational development to embrace, understand, and live as an effective ministry leader. All of the courses within this program may also count toward one of the bachelor’s degree programs at Manna U. In addition to the 61 credit hours of academic studies, A.A.C.L. students are required to fulfill the Leadership in Action requirement.

With hands-on Bible training at the center of everything we do at EPIC Bible College, every program offered requires our core Bible and Ministry courses. Unlike some traditional colleges that encourage students to leave their lives behind for four years, EPIC Bible College equips Christians for ministry within the context of their everyday lives.

The objectives of this program are To prepare the student in the study of and share the Word of God.

We often say, “Give Mid-Atlantic Christian University (MACU) a try for one year and see what a difference it can make in your life.” I want to extend that plea by saying, “Come to Mid Atlantic for two years, graduate with an Associate degree in Bible, and see which doors the Lord may open for you in the process.”

In addition to the General Objectives and the Overall A.A. Program Objectives, upon completion of these courses, the student should be able to display an understanding of the various methods of studying and presenting the Bible.