Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies / Youth Ministry
Grand Canyon University

Program Details

The Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies with a focus on Youth Ministry is a dynamic program that equips students to nurture young people’s relationship with God. This online degree provides a strong foundation in Christian doctrine, theology, and biblical truths, coupled with effective communication and leadership skills tailored for engaging diverse youth audiences.

Graduates are well-prepared for roles as youth ministers, school teachers, nonprofit coordinators, religious directors, and outreach workers. This program offers flexibility, making it ideal for modern learners, and can also serve as a stepping stone for advanced studies in Christian fields.

You will take a wide range of courses in this program, such as:

  • Leadership and Administration in Youth Ministry
  • Adolescent Development and Faith Formation
  • Ministerial Communication
  • Adolescent Issues and Intervention
  • Christian Ethics

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Grand Canyon University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Grand Canyon University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (https://www.hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

https://www.gcu.edu/academics/accreditation

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

High School or Equivalent

Recommended GPA

2.5 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

ACT/SAT

Application Requirements

Official High School Transcript/GED Score

Additional Info

  • Applicants with a GPA of 3.0+ are not required to submit ACT/SAT scores. 

Disclosures

Online courses exclude programs with residencies and field experience.  

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