School Details
Barclay College, a four-year, private evangelical institution, enrolls a diverse population of students with Christian beliefs from several denominational backgrounds. The bible-centered atmosphere provides learners with necessary skills for service and leadership.
Barclay College online delivers degrees ranging from associate’s to bachelor’s, as well as certification in management and religious practice. Bachelor’s in management and leadership are available, as well as associate’s in general studies.
The online addendum:
- Flexible enrollment
- Free, two week online orientation on how to navigate the online portal
- Same mission as on-campus learning
- Faculty experienced practitioners in their fields
- Virtual chapel
Accreditation & Licensing
Barclay College is accredited by:
Association for Biblical Higher Education Commission on Accreditation (ABHE)
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
All Programs
Art & Liberal Arts
- Survey of Ministry
- Research and Writing
- Introduction to Philosophy
- General Psychology
- Introduction to Sociology
- Fundamentals of Speech
Business
The online Bachelor of Arts in Business Management is for students who are interested in developing skills in management, marketing, finance, accounting, and statistics with a Christ-centered, Bible-focused perspective. In this program, you will learn how to do business with a Christian worldview.
The online courses allow you to balance work and life responsibilities with your academic career. Instructors are dedicated to helping you grow both as a professional and an individual.
The curriculum covers a survey of business practices applicable to a range of careers. Graduates enter some of the following industries:
- Entrepreneur
- Office management
- Insurance
- Banking
Barclay College offers an online undergraduate Certificate in Business Management. This program teaches students to apply business practices within a Christian ethos. Graduates will be able to lead, implement management decisions, and create a strategic plan—all within a Christian context.
Students can expect a variety of courses to choose from. A sampling of these courses include the following:
- Financial accounting
- Legal environment of business
- Contemporary economic issues
- Models of leadership
The certificate can also be a stepping stone to a bachelor’s degree.
The online Master of Arts in Transformational Leadership program is designed for those who want to lead and serve in a variety of settings. The curriculum integrates scholarly research and literature on leadership with a firm Biblical and theological foundation for effectiveness. Courses are anchored in the application of transformational leadership theory and Christian theology as students learn to view leadership and organizations through both theory and faith lenses. You will learn to analyze, construct, reconstruct, and implement principles of effective leadership to establish productive and enduring organizations. Students develop relational skills that inspire others to take action and bring about positive change.
Criminal Justice, Safety & Law
Approach a career in criminal justice from a Christian perspective with this online Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice program. Students will learn how to use policing, court work, and roles in the correctional system to make a difference in the lives of individuals and transform communities for the better.
The program is founded on the principles of Quakers’ contributions to the justice system and the biblical ideals of restorative justice. Classes explore the main branches of the criminal justice system and dive into relevant topics such as social justice and racial profiling. Students will additionally study topics involving the Space Force, terrorism, cybercrime, and Homeland Security.
This online Criminal Justice degree includes courses such as:
- Peace and Justice in the Community
- Courts and Procedure
- Christian Foundations of Law and Ethics
- Constitutional Law and Criminal Procedure
- Victimology
Nursing
This faith-based Bachelor of Science in Nursing program can be completed entirely online. Advance your education from an RN to a BSN to prepare for leadership, research, and administrative roles in the nursing field.
Coursework incorporates a Christian perspective into the skill of caring for others. The program concludes with a clinical practicum integrating faith-based and professional competencies. In as little as three semesters, you can be on your way to enhanced nursing career opportunities.
Some of the topics covered in this online RN to BSN degree program include:
- Health assessment in professional nursing practice
- Informatics and healthcare technologies in professional nursing practice
- Quality improvement and safety in professional nursing practice
- Leadership and management in professional nursing practice
Psychology & Human Services
Students pursuing an online bachelor’s in Psychology can expect to learn about the cognitive, emotional, and social processes of the human mind. This program gives a Christian perspective on observing, interpreting, and recording how people relate to one another and their environments. Barclay College’s bachelor’s in Psychology online combines topics such as Bible study methods with the study of social, developmental, and abnormal psychology, among others.
Class topics include:
- Statistical research
- Family systems
- Theories of personality
- Integration of psychology and Christianity
- Tests and measurements
Complete an undergraduate Certificate in Psychology that features a faith-based perspective. In this convenient online program, students will receive a strong foundation in biblical studies while specializing their studies with Psychology courses that fit their needs and interests.
Students will study the science behind human behavior and mental processes in this online Psychology program. Each step of the way, classes incorporate a biblical worldview for enhanced insights into human activities. An understanding of psychological principles is key in many fields, not limited to just psychology. Graduates can apply their knowledge to areas including education, law, information technology, business, and more.
Some career paths available in the Psychology field include:
- Social worker
- Human resource manager
- Substance abuse counselor
- Recreational therapist
- Parole officer
Religion & Philosophy
The online Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies is designed for students interested in working and serving in the church as pulpit ministers, elders, deacons, missionaries, and Bible teachers. This curriculum helps students know and develop an understanding of God, the Bible, the Christian world view, and God’s work in the world. You will then use this understanding to evangelize, disciple, and live as an example of God’s provision for humanity through Jesus Christ in your community. Students will learn to work in various ministry or Christian school settings, Christian para-church agencies, or to witness effectively.
Graduates are prepared to:
- Apply several methods of Bible study
- Recognize historical-critical theories of Biblical interpretation
- Develop a foundation in biblical studies to build further learning
- Meet the outcomes of the Division of General Studies
The online Bachelor of Science in Christian Ministry Leadership program is designed for students interested in acting as spiritual leaders. The curriculum prepares students for local church ministry and leadership, the areas God has chosen to do His work. You will learn the basic qualifications for serving as a pastor of a local church and the foundation for a lifetime of developing ministerial skills. Courses help students understand the biblical purpose of the local church and the role of the pastor within the local church, church history, methods of Leadership in Ministry, and how to discern God’s visions for the future for local congregations and begin implementing them. Graduates will have a sound philosophy of local church ministry, are able to accurately interpret scripture, can use sound methodology, are familiar with New Testament Greek, can craft and deliver relevant sermons, and can conduct specialized worship ceremonies including weddings, funerals, baptisms, and communion.
The online Certificate in Biblical Studies provides additional knowledge in the Bible, methods of Biblical interpretation, and a history of the Bible. Students are able to choose the eight classes that they wish to take in the Certification, allowing a great deal of flexibility in the curriculum so the courses meet their goals and interests. At least five of the eight courses must be from the online Biblical Studies Core, but the student gets to choose which courses to take to meet the requirements. You will gain a working knowledge of the Bible and essential Christian doctrine, learn to accurately interpret Scripture, and gain an increasingly coherent Christian worldview that enables you to apply biblical principles to questions of ethics, compassion, and life situations. Graduates have the skills and understanding needed for personal Bible-study, prayer, and devotional life which can sustain and empower their own lives and provide ministry to others.
The online Certificate in Christian Leadership program prepares students for local church ministry and leadership. This is a flexible program that allows students to take any eight classes from the online courses, as long as at least five of the eight are from the online Christian Ministry Leadership Core. You will gain a working knowledge of the Bible and essential Christian doctrine, learn to accurately interpret Scripture, and apply biblical principles to questions of ethics, compassion, and other life situations. Graduates will have a basic level of knowledge related to encouraging and supporting members of local church congregations as well.
The online Certificate in Friends Ministry Training is designed for students who want to advance their knowledge and increase success in this area. Unlike other certificates, the curriculum for the Friends Ministry Training certification is already designed for students. Content in this program revolves around the Quaker Church and includes courses in the history of the Quakers, evangelism, missions, church growth, and Christian doctrine. In addition, students will gain basic knowledge in both books of the Bible and a basic understanding of ways to encourage and support members of local church congregations.
Courses introduce:
- Pastoral Preaching
- Pastoral Care and Counseling
- Pastoral Ministry
- Friends Theology
Learn key methodology in translating Scripture with a Master of Arts in Biblical Translation. This online degree was created in association with Wycliffe Associates, a leading nonprofit organization focused on efforts to translate the Bible into various languages across the globe.
Students in this program will learn MAST methodology – Mobile Assistance Supporting Translation. With this process, native language speakers can assist with both written and oral translations, allowing churches to quickly bring the word of God to new communities and individuals. Students will not only learn this methodology for their own use, but will be trained in how to teach the methodology to others.
Coursework covers topics including:
- Oral, sign language, and special needs translation
- History of biblical translation and the reformation
- Translation tools and technology
The online Master of Arts in Family Ministries program looks at how personal health leads to healthy relationships in our lives. The curriculum combines Biblical theology and practical understanding about families while emphasizing personal growth and reflection. Students will learn to move beyond the facades and pretenses culture places on family life to explore how we can have healthy relationships with spouses, children, and others in our lives by promoting our personal health. The focus is on God’s promise that individuals and families can endure, strengthen each other, and achieve the health and longevity that all families should experience, moving beyond the pain and brokenness that is passed down through families.
Courses in this area include:
- Ministry of Self
- Ministry of Marriage
- Ministry of Family
- Ministry of Community
The online Master of Arts in Missional Multiplication prepares students to serve God in a variety of ways, both globally and locally. The program is beneficial for those who are considering the call of God to serve as cross-cultural missionaries, church planters, pastors, or parachurch leaders. Since the world has come to virtually every community through technology and immigration, every believer is called to live missionally and to be “on mission” with God wherever He may lead. This curriculum prepares leaders to shed a maintenance-mentality and contribute to a church multiplication movement through an increased awareness of global concerns and a desire to connect with people from every cultural group through contextualization and cross-cultural understanding. You will gain a greater understanding of the challenges and opportunities around us and gain Biblical, theological, and missiological perspectives and tools so you are ready to build effective bridges and make a difference in the Christian world.
The online Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministries program is designed for students who feel called to serve as lead pastors or in other pastoral ministry positions in local church settings. The program also benefits church leaders and elders who serve in a variety of leadership roles, helping them to be better prepared to equip others for ministry. The curriculum combines theology and the Bible with proven principles and best practices for effectiveness in pastoral ministry. The program helps church leaders grow personally, maintain their own spiritual vitality, and also lead their congregations to greater health and growth. You will learn to live missionally, think globally, and worship wholeheartedly.
A Master of Arts in Practical Theology provides advanced interdisciplinary studies beneficial to both ministry and non-ministry roles. Coursework can be individualized to the students’ professional goals and interests.
The core coursework of this online Theology degree program covers interpretation of the Old and New Testaments, the history of Christianity, Christian theology, and the mission-based church. Students will apply classroom learning to practical experiences through applied research and a capstone project.
Concentrations are available in areas such as:
- Transformational Leadership
- Pastoral Ministries
- Spiritual Formation
- Quaker Studies
- Family Ministries
- Missional Multiplication
- Sports Outreach
The online Master of Arts in Quaker Studies program examines the Quaker, or Friends, movement in great detail. The curriculum examines the Quaker movement from a Christ-centered perspective, including its history, convictions, distinctive practices, and sense of purpose. The program is designed for church leaders, professionals, and anyone who would like to learn more about the Friends Church and how it fits into the world today.
This program is completed online, allowing students to study whenever and wherever they wish so that it is convenient and allows them to continue their lives and fulfill other obligations while earning a degree. The program can be completed in two years.
The online Master of Arts in Spiritual Formation is shaped around the idea that fulfillment in life and effectiveness in ministry increases as a person is shaped and conformed into Christ’s image. The curriculum integrates Christian theology, Christian spirituality, and Christian community while helping students grow intellectually, spiritually, and holistically. The program is designed to stir, challenge, and personally benefit church leaders and followers of Christ.
Students will benefit from the flexibility offered in distance education that is mixed with personal interaction and supportive relationships with fellow students, faculty, and staff. The predominantly Quaker faculty and the ethos of the college founded by Quakers adds to the character of this program.
The online Master of Arts in Sports Outreach program prepares Sport Ministers to make an impact through Gospel Ministry. The curriculum uses a unique and distinctive approach to provide students with Christ-centered information. Courses are presented using Interactive Instruction which includes optional weekly live sessions with professors who engage students for insightful inspiration into effective Gospel Ministry. Courses are tailored to meet each student’s call and situation. However, Christo-centric theological truths and Biblically-based philosophical principles emerge to produce strategically relevant methodological models regardless of how courses are arranged. You will gain the knowledge and skills needed to implement Sports Outreach Ministries in congregations, communities, schools, and international missions.