Online Ministry Degrees… Accelerated and Full Curriculum Degree Programs

Online Ministry Degrees / Course Requirements

Northwestern Christian University began in the United States in 1980.

“Founded in the U.S.A., NCU is continuing our mission worldwide through international online programs.”

Over the past 45 years NCU has served many prestigious leaders worldwide:

  • Governors
  • Mayors
  • Judges
  • Attorneys
  • Military Generals and an Admirals
  • College and University Presidents
  • Even the former President of the Philippines

Online Ministry Degrees

Course Requirements Page

Accelerated Research-Based Degree Programs by thesis or dissertation only (or) Full Curriculum Degree Programs

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Course Requirements

Online Ministry Degrees

All accelerated and Full Curriculum degree programs are fully authorized by Northwestern Christian University, United States.

  • NCU degrees and official transcripts are imprinted with the official Northwestern Christian University watermark, logo or gold seal of authenticity.
  • Accelerated degrees by thesis and dissertation only are available through Northwestern Christian University USA.
  • Full Curriculum Degrees Programs are Also Available.
  • Apply Today and Begin Your Degree Program Tomorrow!

Online Open Enrollment

  • Students may enroll and immediately began a degree program any day of the year.
  • There is no semester system to confine or limit you.

Important:

  • Approved students may begin studies immediately upon receiving their NCU acceptance email.
  • NCU will instruct you to begin by printing and following the PLA and Thesis/Dissertation Guides provided on the website menu.
  • Enrollment is free: donation is not required until graduation following grading.
  • Accelerated Research-Based programs are by Thesis or Dissertation ONLY.
  • Accelerated research-based students complete their enrollment by thesis or dissertation *$499 donation at graduation
  • Full Curriuclum is also available. *$1499 donation at graduation
  • Grace periods may be approved for valid reasons. If time restrictions prevent timely completion, NCU staff will cooperate with you to reset for additional time.

At NCU, we encourage frequent contact with staff to ensure a happy and fulfilling educational experience while earning your accelerated Online Ministry Degree for Bachelor, Master’s, and Doctorate degrees by Thesis or Dissertation only. *A Prior Learnign Assessment is required for all Bachelor degree studnets.

Academic Model

  • All NCU accelerated ministry degree programs follow the historic European model of earning degrees by thesis or dissertation only
  • Accelerated programs are research-based and do not require a core curriculum.
  • PLA/ Prior Learning Assessment to award competency credits are mandatory for all Bachelor degree programs.
  • PLA is optional (for extra credit only) for Master’s and Doctoral programs.
  • A full PLA Guide is provided on the site menu.
  • Full Curriculum students require Core Courses and a Thesis or Dissertation.

NCU Core Curriculum Available

Special! Core Courses available to assist bachelor students, with inadequate educational and life experience, who are unable to fulfill PLA criteria.

  • Bachelor degree Core Courses are now offered to enhance knowledge in certain majors for those lacking PLA experience.
  • Accelerated degree Core Courses are pass/fail by essay only.
  • Full Curriculum Core Courses receive a letter grade.

Important Consideration

Have you ever considered what adding a Bachelor, Master’s, or Doctorate degree to your resume can do to advance your career?

Even a non-regionally accredited theological degree is better than no degree at all.

Tour NCU degree enrollment is a serious commitment which can provide educational and financial benefits that may bless you and your family for a lifetime.

NCU Is An American Founded University With International Outreach

Below is an NCU branch graduation in Pakistan under Bishop Dr. Jefferson Ghauri, our International Vice President for Worldwide Ministries since 2003.

Accelerated Degree Programs

“The great benefit of an accelerated degree program, beside the huge savings of both time and money, is that study is focused on your major only. This concentrated study allows the student to become an expert in the field or a master of their major in just 90-days!”

Achieve Your Goal Soon

90-Day Online Ministry Degrees by Thesis and Dissertation Only

  • Historically, students have proven mastery of their subject major through research and performance of a Thesis or Dissertation.
  • Each Thesis or Dissertation focuses directly on the course major only, with no additional courses required.
  • This model has existed in Europe for over a century at the graduate level.

Your Easy-to-Follow Guide for completing your Thesis or Dissertation is provided on the Main Topics Menu.
The required Bachelor Degree PLA (Prior Learning Assessment Guide) also appears on the main menu.

Submit your free Online Ministry Degree application today. NCU staff will review your application and respond promptly.

Course Requirements

NCU Accelerated Research-Based Online Ministry Degrees

  • Bachelor by Thesis and PLA
  • Master’s and Doctorate by Thesis and Dissertation
  • Full Curriculum Requires Both Core Courses and a Thesis or Dissertation

Degrees Offered:

  • Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
  • Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.)
  • Master of Arts (M.A.)
  • Master of Theology (M.Th.)
  • Master of Divinity (M.Div.)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
  • Doctor of Theology (Th.D.)
  • Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)

Course Majors

  • Biblical Studies
  • Biblical History
  • Theology
  • Ministry
  • Divinity
  • Christian Education
  • Christian Education Administration
  • Christian Counseling
  • Christian Counseling Administration
  • Christian Social Work
  • Christian Organizational Leadership
  • Christian Humanities

Course Credits

  • Bachelor Degree: 90 credit hours PLA (or) Core Courses + 30 credit hours Thesis = 120 credits
  • Master’s Degree:
    • 30 credit hours Thesis only, or
    • 30 credit hours optional PLA + 30 credit hours Thesis = 60 credits
  • Doctorate Degree:
    • 30 credit hours Dissertation only, or
    • 30 credit hours optional PLA + 30 credit hours Dissertation = 60 credits
    • Full Curriuculum Degrees Require Additional Core Courses and Result in Extra Credits Which May Very per Degree Program
  • Full Curriculum: 50 credits Core Curriculum + 30 credits Thesi or Dissertation = 80 cr. hrs. *Additional 30 cr. hrs. by PLA optional

Program Notes

  • All Accelerated NCU programs are research-based by Thesis or Dissertation only, following the century-old European standard.
  • PLA (Prior Learning Assessment) is mandatory for Bachelor programs only.
  • PLA is optional but can provide extra credit for Master’s and Doctoral programs.
  • Core Courses are required for all Full Curriculum degrees..
  • PLA Guides are provided on the website menu.
  • Thesis/Dissertation Guides are provided on the website menu and in your acceptance email.

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Online Ministry Degree Programs

Degree Certificate

The above photo represents an framed NCU degree certificate.

Consideration for Prior Written Work

  • Prior written work such as a book or an extensive research paper, if specifically related to the degree major, and if such has not been submitted in another educational program, may be included as content in your Thesis or Dissertation for Northwestern Christian University USA.

Degree Recognition

  • All Northwestern Christian University Degree awards are recognized by IACEA/ The International Association For Christian Educational Accountability.
  • “Founded in the U.S.A., NCU is continuing our mission worldwide through international online programs.”
  • All degree certificates and transcripts bear the name: Northwestern Christian University established in the United States.
  • Apply Today and Begin Your Degree Program Tomorrow!

Enrollment Information

  • Apply today and begin your accelerated degree program tomorrow.
  • Questions? Email: NCUamerica@gmail.com
  • Achieve your Online Accelerated Degree goal soon: Online Ministry Degrees by Thesis and Dissertation only,

Research Library

  • Research books and resources are free from our online library.
  • Visit: www.NTSlibrary.com → Open the PDF Books section.
  • Download free Adobe Reader software to open the e-books.
  • Much, if not all, of your research can be accomplished at no cost using our library or just searching for information online.

Application Process

  • Save valuable time and money — apply now.
  • NCU staff will contact you by email promptly.
  • There is no cost to enroll today and begin your degree program tomorrow.
  • To complement your application, please send bio-data/resume as a Microsoft Word doc attachment to: NCUamerica@gmail.com
  • Apply for your free enrollment today and begin your accelerated degree studies tomorrow.

Special Free Enrollment Opportunity

  • Save $1,000 off of the $1,499 traditional full curriculum donation. Students pay just $499 donation at graduation for all accelerated degrees at NCU.
  • $1,499 donation with free enrollment for all Full Curriculum degrees at NCU.
  • Click the Apply Today link below and submit your NCU online application now.

Apply Today and Begin Your Accelerated 90-Day or Full Curriculum Degree Program Tomorrow!

NCU Foundational Scripture

“Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that need not be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.”
— 2 Timothy 2:15

Important Notice

  • NCU online ministry degree programs are for ministry avocations only and not intended for secular employment purposes.
  • All payments are considered ministry donations.

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