Overview

We offer a bachelor degree in Pastoral Studies at the Moody Bible Institute. You’ll gain the foundational skills to help you pastor a congregation. Learn practical methods for preaching, leadership, and effective pastoral care.

As you study, you’ll:

Learn the principles and dynamics for effective congregational leadership

Form and deliver expository messages

Articulate your philosophy of pastoral ministry

Put what you learn into practice during your PCM and internship

Develop skills in staff relations and self-care

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biblical Language

Pastoral Care of Women

Communication of Biblical Truth

Ministry Leadership and Staff Relationships

Pastoral Theology

Care of the Ministry Leader’s Soul

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-25 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies Christian Studies View 392 other Bachelors in Christian Studies 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

Complete and submit online application

Support doctrinal qualifications for students

Write autobiographical essays

Two references

Nonrefundable application fee

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

12750 USD / year

≈ 12750 USD / year
Out-of-State

12750 USD / year

≈ 12750 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12750 USD / year

≈ 12750 USD / year

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 USD / month

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

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

As you study, you’ll:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Chicago

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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