Degree Awarded : Bachelor of Arts in Theology and Youth Ministry
Total Credit Hours : 35
In the theology & youth ministry major, students study the theoretical foundations of ministry and learn practical skills for mentoring youth and others through courses in religion, psychology, and sociology. A theology degree prepares students for careers in teaching, ministry and any profession where reading, writing, critical analysis, as well as leadership and care of people are central.
Visit our Academic Catalog (2023-2024) for course listings.
The BA in Theology and Youth Ministry is a unique blend of ministry, biblical studies, and theology courses, including an upper-level course on vocational discernment and practice as well as an internship.
Thiel College offers scholarships to students for reasons such as academic success, community service or involvement, exemplary leadership and more! The scholarships available to education majors are:
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It's easy to get involved on campus! Joining a student club or organization is an excellent way to meet others and gain leadership experience. An education major might be interested in the following clubs and orgs:
Visit our Campus Life page to see a full list of student clubs and organizations.
Graduates of Thiel College's religion programs have gone on to distinguished graduate school programs and have worked in a variety of different occupations.
Thiel graduates have pursued gradate degrees at Harvard Divinity School, Yale Divinity School, the University of Chicago Divinity School, Vanderbilt Divinity School, Union Theological Seminary in New York City, and nearly every Lutheran seminary! Alumni have also found employment in fields such as teaching, financial planning, non-profit administration, and hospitality.