Bachelor of Arts inMinistry and Leadership (Youth and Family Ministries)
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Oral Roberts University’s Bachelor of Arts in Ministry and Leadership (Youth and Family
Ministries) is a 100% online program that will equip you to engage both Gen Alpha
and their families. Whether you're called to lead children's ministry, youth groups,
family discipleship programs, or next-generation outreach, this program equips you
with the biblical knowledge and leadership skills needed to make a difference.
More than this, our commitment to educating your whole person - mind, body, and spirit
- can truly set you apart for intergenerational ministry. You will graduate with a
solid biblical/theological foundation and well-balanced skills in pastoral care, teaching
the Bible, evangelism, missions and discipleship.
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WHAT CAN I DO WITH A DEGREE IN MINISTRY AND LEADERSHIP?
Our unique mission to develop Spirit-empowered leaders will enable you to become an
in-demand professional as a pastor. Your degree will prepare you to serve in potential
occupations, such as:
- Youth pastor
- Associate Pastor
- Evangelist
- Camp Counselor
- Youth Care Coordinator
- Bible Teacher
WHAT DISTINCT COURSES WILL I TAKE?
You will take various courses such as:
- Youth Culture and Faith Development
- Introduction to Youth Ministry
- Pastoral Care of Families with Youth
- Media and Technology in Ministry
- Team Ministry
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE ME TO GRADUATE?
This program is 124 credit hours. If you were to begin without transferring credit,
you could still complete this degree in as little as 3.5 years when you enroll full-time.
We consider full-time enrollment for this program as 6 credit hours per 7-week term
with 6 terms per year.
HOW MUCH DOES THIS PROGRAM COST?
Our affordable tuition means your finances go further. In addition, many students
benefit from federal aid and our interest-free payment plan. To view your cost, click here.
ANY OTHER REASONS TO COMPLETE MY DEGREE ONLINE WITH ORU?
- You’ll graduate on time with a team of Success Coaches who’ll walk with you every
step of the way.
- You can begin classes ASAP with year-round terms and direct access to our friendly
admissions team.
- Fit classes into your schedule so you can balance work and family commitments.
- Academic support with easy access to caring professors and helpful learning resources.
- Access classes anytime and anywhere with our mobile-friendly and user-friendly online
platform.
- ORU Online is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and utilizes the
same world-class curriculum as traditional courses.
Ask us about our introductory Online Strategies class that will jump-start your journey
with 3-credit hours towards your degree. Experience what students around the world
have gained earning a degree with ORU Online.
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140+ Nations
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Why ORU?
Why ORU?
Oral Roberts University is one of the largest and most influential Christian universities
in the world. We develop whole leaders for the whole world through a unique Whole
Person education. Spirit-empowered leaders come to ORU, not to “stay” in their faith,
but to GROW in faith.