Biblical Studies
Learn His story. Tell His story. You are invited to engage with the Bible as a part of each of OC’s degree plans or as one of the Biblical Studies majors. You may find the Bible becomes an important part of YOUR story.
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97% of graduates highly rate their education
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1/3 Bible major alumni equally divide among grad school, ministry and humanitarian support
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100% grad school & seminary acceptance among applicants
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500 students/faculty/staff involved with mission opportunities
Your Career Awaits
Josiah Javellana ('22) pursued a degree in Bible to follow in the footsteps of his father and to challenge and grow his own faith story. His degree has challenged him to dive deeper into his faith and discover how his career and faith collide. Follow in his footsteps with your own Bible & Ministry degree!
Fast Forward to a dual degree from the Graduate School of Theology with advanced studies.
Dual DegreeCareer Paths
A degree from OC’s College of Biblical Studies provides the skills necessary to pursue rewarding careers in:
- Preaching Ministry
- Youth Ministry
- Children’s Ministry
- Mission Work
- Vocational Ministry
- Higher Education
- Non-Profits
- Chaplaincy
- Relief Services
- Religious Organizations
Biblical Studies Scholarship
You could be one of fifteen new students receiving a $4,000 scholarship for the 2019-2020 academic year. Bible, Bible & Ministry, Preaching, Children's Ministry, Missions and Youth Ministry majors apply!
Jobs & Salary
Earnings potential starting | median | 5 years experience salaries
Preaching Ministry
$33,300 | $35,818 | $62,500
Children’s Ministry
$23,800 | $36,714 | $43,000
Youth Ministry
$21,650 | $38,875 | $46,500
Home Health Care Chaplain
Median salary $54,090
Community & Relief Services
Median salary $45,800
Grantmaking services
Median salary $63,910
Based on averages from Zippia.com, PayScale.com, Salary.com,, ChildrensMinistry.com, Work.Chron.com, Neuvoo.com, Study.com and Bureau of Labor Statistics
Ministry Certificates
Move your ministry to the next level. Become certified with highly specialized training to prepare for challenges, to lead with intentionally, to make sure your ministry is following God's path and to build a team of like-minded volunteers.
Children’s Ministry Seminar
Experience, in addition to education, is essential. Fortunately, OC offers numerous opportunities to grow and apply what you learn in the classroom. Whether you're pursuing the certificate program, or just have a passion for Children's Ministry, this is experiential, educational opportunity for you!
OC Is Home to Complex Dialogue
Dr. Jim Baird, Distinguished Professor of Bible & Philosophy, tackles complex dialogues surrounding Christianity. In each episode he asks, "Who is God, Really?"
Take classes like Evidences of Christianity, Missions in the Contemporary World, Teaching the Bible and Morality and Culture.
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