Doctor of Philosophy - Ph.D.

The Doctor of Philosophy Program (Ph.D.) is a 60 credit hour requirement. Up to 30 credits may be awarded through the LEAP Program, requiring the student to complete a minimum of 30 credits.

The Doctor of Philosophy Program is a professional academic degree program offered by Covenant Bible College & Theological Seminary. Students may choose their own major/concentration (i.e. Religious Studies, Theological Studies, Religious Education) Ministerial Ordination is available upon completion of the Ph.D. Program.

Financial Information:

Application/Enrollment Fee: $65.00 [click here to enroll]
Total Credits Required: 60 credits ~ 45 credits of course work + 15 credits for Dissertation
Dissertation: 30,000 Word Dissertation Required (15 credits)
Tuition: $2,750.00 Program Tuition
Textbooks and Materials: Must be purchased by the student
Graduation Fee: $100.00
Tuition Financing Available

The completion of the Doctorate of Philosophy (Religious Studies, Theological Studies, Religious Education) Program requires the student to read textbooks and provide written summations of each section/chapter of the book, as well as the submission of a 5 to 10 page final summation covering the the main points, highlights and applications presented in the text. Additionally, the student will be required to present their own views/oppinions concerning the contents of the textbook and practical applications in his/her own ministry.

Academic Papers - 8 credits

All Doctoral Candidates are required to submit Academic Papers concerning the following topics: 2 credits ea.

The Power of the Church - Political, Social, Economic
World Religions
The Psychology of Christian Counseling
Religious Programming for Youth and Adults

Dissertation

All Doctoral Candidates are required to submit a Doctoral Dissertation on a topic of the student's choosing (approved by the Board) of a minimum of 30,000 words. Credits for the Dissertation shall be awarded as follows:

5 credits - Research
10 credits - Final Product