BEREA THEOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
Rightly Dividing the Word of Truth
Prepare for Your Calling
Integrating Faith and Practice
BTU integrates HEA Accredited theological, leadership, and chaplaincy education with practical Church ministry training and experience to ensure you are fully equipped for the calling that God has given you.
Striving for Excellence in Ministry
In everything we do, BTU strives for excellence, whether it be in the classroom, on the campus, or through technology. Our goal is to equip every student with the tools needed to succeed in ministry and advance the Kingdom of God.
Excellence in Academics for Ministry
Courses are taught at the highest standard, establishing a solid ministerial foundation upon which to build.
Supervised Ministry
Complete integration of theological coursework and practical ministry experience through field education with supervising practitioners.
Excellence in Facilities for Student Life
Excellence in Online Integration for All
BTU uses Populi, the web-based college information management system for every course taught, whether on campus or across the world. This cutting-edge system gives students complete access to their professors, course syllabus, weekly assignments, e-books, videos, posts, exams, grades, GPA, library catalog, enrollment, degree plan, and more. With Populi, every student at BTU has their education always at the tip of their fingers.
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BTU NEWS
2026
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Master of Arts in Theology (MATh)
- NEW MA DEGREE IN 2026-
ONLINE: Classes Start February 10
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BLENDED ODL/CAMPUS: Cohorts Meet Twice per Year
This MA degree program is offered Online or through Blended ODL/Campus Cohorts. The MA in Theology prepares you for theological scholarship, theological teaching, and pastoral ministry. It provides a broad foundation in Theology, Biblical studies, Christian doctrine, ministerial formation, and academic research, while allowing for specializations through approved concentrations.
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Certificate in Church Ministries (CCM)
- NEW Online CCM in 2026 -
ONLINE: Classes Start February 3
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ON-CAMPUS COHORTS: Classes Start February 2
- Classes Meet Monday, Wednesday, Friday Afternoons
- Finish in only 2 Semesters
- Satisfies the prerequisite course requirements needed to obtain any of the Church of God levels of ministerial credentials eligible for: Exhorter, Ordained Minister, or Ordained Bishop
This Certificate prepares you for Church Ministries through 12 essential courses needed to be an effective minister in the Church. Upon completion with a 2.0 GPA or higher, you are eligible to roll 33 credit hours into the Diploma in Theology.!
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Certificate in Chaplaincy (CiC)
- New Online CiC in 2026 -
ONLINE: Classes Start February 17
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ON-CAMPUS COHORTS: Classes Start February 16
This Certificate is an 8-Course intensive program offered On Campus or Online that equips current and prospective Chaplains with the fundamental chaplaincy skills and experience needed to serve as an effective Chaplain.
Guest Professors & Special Events 2026
