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Eldermont University

Academics

Degree programs

Each program culminates in one scholarly work completed under an assigned academic chair, with credit recognized for your prior learning.

Doctoral degrees

Culminating work: Dissertation

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    Christian Leadership and Business

    Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Leadership and Business (Ph.D.)

    Terminal degree for scholars and senior leaders in Christian business leadership.

    Recognized credit
    30 semester credit hours (Prior Learning Assessment)
    Scholarly work
    30 (Dissertation, accepted at B (3.25) or higher)
    Total
    60 semester credit hours
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    Communication and Christian Media Studies

    Doctor of Philosophy in Communication and Christian Media Studies (Ph.D.)

    Terminal degree for scholars in Christian communication and media studies.

    Recognized credit
    30 semester credit hours (Prior Learning Assessment)
    Scholarly work
    30 (Dissertation, accepted at B (3.25) or higher)
    Total
    60 semester credit hours
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    Theology and Biblical Studies

    Doctor of Theology (Th.D.)

    Terminal degree for theological scholars and senior church leaders.

    Recognized credit
    30 semester credit hours (Prior Learning Assessment)
    Scholarly work
    30 (Dissertation, accepted at B (3.25) or higher)
    Total
    60 semester credit hours
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    Christian Education and Counseling

    Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Education and Counseling (Ph.D.)

    A doctoral program in Christian Education and Counseling, completed through a Dissertation.

    Recognized credit
    30 semester credit hours (Prior Learning Assessment)
    Scholarly work
    30 (Dissertation, accepted at B (3.25) or higher)
    Total
    60 semester credit hours
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    Christian Early Childhood Education

    Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Early Childhood Education (Ph.D.)

    A doctoral program in Christian Early Childhood Education, completed through a Dissertation.

    Recognized credit
    30 semester credit hours (Prior Learning Assessment)
    Scholarly work
    30 (Dissertation, accepted at B (3.25) or higher)
    Total
    60 semester credit hours
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    Information Technology and Christian Ethics

    Doctor of Philosophy in Information Technology and Christian Ethics (Ph.D.)

    A doctoral program in Information Technology and Christian Ethics, completed through a Dissertation.

    Recognized credit
    30 semester credit hours (Prior Learning Assessment)
    Scholarly work
    30 (Dissertation, accepted at B (3.25) or higher)
    Total
    60 semester credit hours
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    Organizational Leadership and Christian Ministry

    Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership and Christian Ministry (Ph.D.)

    A doctoral program in Organizational Leadership and Christian Ministry, completed through a Dissertation.

    Recognized credit
    30 semester credit hours (Prior Learning Assessment)
    Scholarly work
    30 (Dissertation, accepted at B (3.25) or higher)
    Total
    60 semester credit hours

Master’s degrees

Culminating work: Thesis

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    Christian Leadership and Business

    Master of Arts in Christian Leadership and Business (M.A.)

    Advanced business leadership integrating Christian principles for executive roles.

    Recognized credit
    30 semester credit hours (Prior Learning Assessment)
    Scholarly work
    30 (Thesis, accepted at B (3.25) or higher)
    Total
    60 semester credit hours
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    Communication and Christian Media Studies

    Master of Arts in Communication and Christian Media Studies (M.A.)

    Advanced study in Christian communication, digital media, and strategic messaging.

    Recognized credit
    30 semester credit hours (Prior Learning Assessment)
    Scholarly work
    30 (Thesis, accepted at B (3.25) or higher)
    Total
    60 semester credit hours
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    Theology and Biblical Studies

    Master of Theology (M.Th.)

    Advanced theological education for ministry leaders and scholars.

    Recognized credit
    30 semester credit hours (Prior Learning Assessment)
    Scholarly work
    30 (Thesis, accepted at B (3.25) or higher)
    Total
    60 semester credit hours
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    Christian Education and Counseling

    Master of Arts in Christian Education and Counseling (M.A.)

    Advanced training in Christian counseling and educational leadership.

    Recognized credit
    30 semester credit hours (Prior Learning Assessment)
    Scholarly work
    30 (Thesis, accepted at B (3.25) or higher)
    Total
    60 semester credit hours
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    Christian Early Childhood Education

    Master of Arts in Christian Early Childhood Education (M.A.)

    A master’s program in Christian Early Childhood Education, completed through a Thesis.

    Recognized credit
    30 semester credit hours (Prior Learning Assessment)
    Scholarly work
    30 (Thesis, accepted at B (3.25) or higher)
    Total
    60 semester credit hours
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    Information Technology and Christian Ethics

    Master of Science in Information Technology and Christian Ethics (M.S.)

    Advanced IT education with emphasis on ethical technology leadership.

    Recognized credit
    30 semester credit hours (Prior Learning Assessment)
    Scholarly work
    30 (Thesis, accepted at B (3.25) or higher)
    Total
    60 semester credit hours
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    Organizational Leadership and Christian Ministry

    Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership and Christian Ministry (M.A.)

    Advanced leadership development for ministry and organizational executives.

    Recognized credit
    30 semester credit hours (Prior Learning Assessment)
    Scholarly work
    30 (Thesis, accepted at B (3.25) or higher)
    Total
    60 semester credit hours

Bachelor’s degrees

Culminating work: Capstone Project

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    Christian Leadership and Business

    Bachelor of Arts in Christian Leadership and Business (B.A.)

    Integrates Christian ethics with business principles to prepare ethical leaders for the marketplace.

    Recognized credit
    90 semester credit hours (Prior Learning Assessment)
    Scholarly work
    30 (Capstone Project, accepted at C+ (2.75) or higher)
    Total
    120 semester credit hours
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    Communication and Christian Media Studies

    Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Christian Media Studies (B.A.)

    Develops communication skills for Christian media, journalism, and digital ministry.

    Recognized credit
    90 semester credit hours (Prior Learning Assessment)
    Scholarly work
    30 (Capstone Project, accepted at C+ (2.75) or higher)
    Total
    120 semester credit hours
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    Theology and Biblical Studies

    Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.)

    Comprehensive theological education grounded in Scripture for ministry and service.

    Recognized credit
    90 semester credit hours (Prior Learning Assessment)
    Scholarly work
    30 (Capstone Project, accepted at C+ (2.75) or higher)
    Total
    120 semester credit hours
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    Christian Education and Counseling

    Bachelor of Arts in Christian Education and Counseling (B.A.)

    Prepares students for careers in Christian education and counseling ministries.

    Recognized credit
    90 semester credit hours (Prior Learning Assessment)
    Scholarly work
    30 (Capstone Project, accepted at C+ (2.75) or higher)
    Total
    120 semester credit hours
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    Christian Early Childhood Education

    Bachelor of Arts in Christian Early Childhood Education (B.A.)

    A bachelor’s program in Christian Early Childhood Education, completed through a Capstone Project.

    Recognized credit
    90 semester credit hours (Prior Learning Assessment)
    Scholarly work
    30 (Capstone Project, accepted at C+ (2.75) or higher)
    Total
    120 semester credit hours
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    Information Technology and Christian Ethics

    Bachelor of Science in Information Technology and Christian Ethics (B.S.)

    Combines technical IT skills with ethical frameworks grounded in Christian values.

    Recognized credit
    90 semester credit hours (Prior Learning Assessment)
    Scholarly work
    30 (Capstone Project, accepted at C+ (2.75) or higher)
    Total
    120 semester credit hours
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    Organizational Leadership and Christian Ministry

    Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership and Christian Ministry (B.A.)

    Develops leadership skills for ministry and organizational contexts.

    Recognized credit
    90 semester credit hours (Prior Learning Assessment)
    Scholarly work
    30 (Capstone Project, accepted at C+ (2.75) or higher)
    Total
    120 semester credit hours