Overview

The Pastoral Ministries programme from Northwest University helps you develop a culturally relevant approach to ministry—one that adapts to cultural changes without compromising biblical truth and learn from highly qualified professors, all of which have doctorates in addition to real-world ministry experience.

Common Career Paths

A degree from NU can help you launch your career immediately after graduation. Some of the positions that a degree in Pastoral Ministry can open up for you include:

Associate Pastor

Senior Pastor

Youth Pastor

Church Planter

Missionary

Business Leader

Faith-Based Ministry Leader

Faith-Based Social Service Leader

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Pentateuch

Biblical Theology & Practice of Mission

Discipleship and Spiritual Formation

The Church in Contemporary Society

Pastoral Care and Counseling

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-25 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-12 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

122 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kirkland, United States

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies Christian Studies Liberal Arts View 1589 other Bachelors in Liberal Arts in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application

Short Answer to this prompt: “Northwest University is distinctly Christ-centered, known for faith development. Describe your personal relationship with Jesus Christ.”

Entrance Test (ACT, SAT, CLT) may be considered for the President’s Scholarship and higher academic scholarships.

Official High School Transcripts of work completed at time of application or General Educational Development Test (GED)

College Transcripts (previous college work)

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

36600 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 36600 USD per year during 48 months.
National

36600 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 36600 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

36600 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 36600 USD per year during 48 months.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Pastoral Ministries.

Available Scholarships

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