myCU Portal Campus Email Canvas Office 365 Academic Calendar Library
All offices and departments Contact Cedarville Find a Person

About the Graduate Certificate in Biblical and Theological Studies

Why Study Biblical and Theological Studies at Cedarville?

Deepen your knowledge of the Bible and theology and enhance your personal study of God's Word with the fully online, four-course, 12-credit hour graduate Certificate in Biblical and Theological Studies. You'll also increase your effectiveness as a Sunday school, Bible study, or small-group leader within your local church.

If you want to go deeper in your theological and ministry training, Cedarville also offers an online, ministry-focused master's degree (Master of Theological Studies) with four concentrations — Biblical Counseling, Biblical Leadership, Ministry, and Worship and Theology. After completing the certificate, you are already one-third of the way to earning your master's!

Request Info Schedule a Call with an Advisor

What Sets Cedarville Apart?

  • Biblical Worldview
    All courses are built on the solid foundation of Scripture.

  • Online and Accelerated
    All courses are offered in an online format, 1- and 2-year completion options.

  • Affordable
    Cedarville’s online ministry programs are competitively priced with available financial aid.

Program Overview

Certificate in Biblical and Theological Studies Highlights

Strong Foundation — You'll dive into God's Word, growing your theological knowledge.

Speed to Completion — Can be completed in just four seven-week courses.

Affordable — Among the lowest cost options you'll find, Cedarville is committed to affordability.

Applicable — Learn to apply Scripture to your ministry, wherever God calls you.

Universal — Open to anyone with a bachelor’s degree in any field.

What Can You Do With a Graduate Certificate in Biblical and Theological Studies?

  • You will be well qualified to teach Sunday school classes or Bible studies or lead a small group.
  • You'll be enabled for more effective engagement in various Christian ministries, including mission work, youth ministries, leadership, and pastoral support roles.
  • If you want to continue your studies, the certificate program serves as a stepping stone for further theological education, like a Master of Theological Studies.

Admission, Costs and Aid, Start Dates

Admission Requirements — The first step in your graduate school journey at Cedarville is to apply for admission.

Graduate Certificate Admission Requirements

Costs and Financial Aid — Your decision to pursue quality, Christian graduate education represents a valuable investment in your career and professional development. To assure your degree is also affordable, Cedarville graduate programs are competitively priced and can be supplemented with a variety of financial aid.

Graduate Certificate Cost Information

Program Start Dates — Applications are open year-round with multiple start dates to fit your schedule. Contact Graduate Admissions for more information.

Apply Now

Related Videos

Thumbnail for video titled: Stewarding Your Gifts With a Graduate Degree from Cedarville University

Stewarding Your Gifts With a Graduate Degree from Cedarville University

President Thomas White outlines Cedarville University’s vision for graduate education, focusing on stewardship, academic excellence, and Gospel purpose. He explains how developing God-given gifts through advanced study brings glory to God, serves others, and prepares graduates to influence culture with truth, compassion, and conviction through faith-integrated learning.

Watch Video

Program Curriculum

You will take four 3-credit courses to complete the certificate. Choose four courses from the following list:

  • Old Testament Overview
  • New Testament Overview
  • Systematic Theology 1
  • Systematic Theology 2
  • Introduction to Biblical Theology

Program Format and Related Programs

Cedarville offers graduate and undergraduate programs with flexible completion options. You may also want to consider these related programs as you choose the degree or program that is the best fit for you.

Program Level and Format

  • Graduate
  • Online
Students in Wiersbe library

From Our Faculty:

  • We focus on grounding our students in a Bible and theology core and practical ministry skills.
    Trent Rogers, PhD, Dean of the School of Biblical and Theological Studies
    Dr. Trent Rogers
Learn About Career Services

Program Contacts

Photo of Trent Rogers

Trent Rogers, PhD

Dean of SBTS, Associate Professor of NT and Greek

Contact

Photo of Jeremy Oliver

Jeremy Oliver, MDiv

Director, Assistant Professor of Applied Theology

Contact

Photo of Maggie Hess

Maggie Hess

Director of Graduate Admissions - Online and Ministry Programs

Contact

School of Biblical and Theological Studies

Program News

  • The Scharnberg Business and Communication Center with campus clock and torch banner in foreground.

    Trustees Approve Seminary Launch, Advance Strategic Growth Initiatives

    Cedarville University’s Board of Trustees approved strategic initiatives supporting long-term growth, including launching a seminary and expanding academic programs. Trustees also approved a new budget, faculty hires, promotions and measures to maintain affordability.
  • Trent Rogers preaching in chapel 1920

    Go Big or Go Home

    Growing up in the rural countryside near Lafayette, Indiana, Dr. Trent Rogers, the Dean of the School of Biblical and Theological Studies and Associate Professor of New Testament and Greek at Cedarville University, has always embraced the mindset of giving his best or not bothering at all.