Overview

If you’re in ministry, you know that you need more than just book studies to be able to reach people for Christ. You need practical skills in relating to people where they are with compassion and Christ-like love. South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary’s online Bachelor of Arts in Ministry and Leadership – Pastoral Ministry is a practical degree that will equip you to adapt to many ministry roles and challenges in the field.

South Florida Bible College has been educating men and women since 1985 and is now a top-forty ranked, fully-accredited college. Our flexible and affordable online degrees allow you to stay connected with your family, church, and community while getting the ministry training you need. With SFBC, you can earn a degree while getting the in-demand skills you need for a full-time ministry career!

Potential Career Options with a Bachelors of Arts Degree in Ministry and Leadership – Pastoral Ministry

- Clergy
- Communications
- Education
- Local church
- Local ministries
- Missions
- Religious communities
- Social services

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Pastoral Responsibilities
Homiletics
Pastoral Leadership
Church Planting
Pastoral Mentoring

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-12 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-06 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Florida City, United States

Disciplines

Christian Studies Leadership View 503 other Bachelors in Leadership 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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Valid Passport
For EAP: High School Diploma or its equivalent (must provide certified English translation)
I-20 Request Form
Working in the USA Form
Proof of Financial Support
Application fee ($75.00)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

9300 USD / year

≈ 9300 USD / year
Out-of-State

9300 USD / year

≈ 9300 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9300 USD / year

≈ 9300 USD / year

Additional Details

Part-time - $36600 / full

Living costs

Florida City

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Ministry and Leadership – Pastoral Ministry.

Available Scholarships

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