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Bachelor of Arts in Divinity
This program of study facilitates an understanding of the Old and New Testaments with an emphasis on exegesis using advanced hermeneutics and various exegetical resources.
Solid biblical training from accomplished faculty with years of ministry experience.
The B.A. Divinity degree is suited to the student who desires extensive training for the purpose of leadership in the local church. Courses have been aligned in three specific disciplines: Biblical Studies, Theology, and Practical Ministry. In addition to the 121 credit hours of academic studies, students are required to fulfill the Leadership in Action requirement.
Objectives
- Confront the student with the Word of God proclaiming humanity’s alienation from God and God’s work of redemption in Christ (Bible) and explore ramifications of this Gospel for the student’s personal life and the work of the Church in the world (theology).
- Equip the student with the tools to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Bring about the student’s increased understanding of the world in which one lives, including history and philosophy.
- Give the student a sense of preparedness by providing practical ministry experience.
Time & Cost
Many people would like to complete a degree and stay out of debt.
The B.A. Divinity degree requires 40 courses + Student Orientation (or 121 credit hours), which can be completed in 4 years for full-time students. Courses are offered on-campus or online (can be entirely online). Manna U’s low tuition rates enable students to receive solid biblical training from accomplished faculty with years of ministry experience and not be hindered financially.
2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Tuition Rate
$220 per credit hour
Fees
- Application Fee: $50
- Library Fee: $75
- Technology Fee: $150 per semester
- Graduation Fee: $200
Scholarships are available for students who do not use military education benefits or federal financial aid.
Courses
Full details can be found in the 2022-2023 Graduate Academic Catalog.
Leadership in Action
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| LIA 101 | Leadership in Action (Eight Semesters) | Pass/Fail |
Student Orientation
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| ENG 107 | Undergraduate Student Orientation | 1 |
Bible & Theology Nonelectives
Students Must Complete All Twenty-One Credit Hours
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| BIB 100 | Destiny and Calling | 3 |
| BIB 101 | Old Testament Survey | 3 |
| BIB 103 | New Testament Survey | 3 |
| BIB 104 | Hermeneutics | 3 |
| BIB 201 | Writings of John | 3 |
| THE 101 | Introduction to Theology | 3 |
| THE 301 | Kingdom of God | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 21 | |
General Studies Nonelectives
Students Must Complete All Twenty-One Credit Hours
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| ENG 111 | College Writing | 3 |
| ENG 112 | Research for Writing | 3 |
| HST 110 | World History I: World History to 1500 | 3 |
| HST 120 | World History II: World History Since 1500 | 3 |
| MIS 301 | Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
| MTH 211 | College Mathematics | 3 |
| SCI 310 | Biology | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 21 | |
Personal Formation Nonelectives
Students Must Complete All Six Credit Hours
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| CLG 201 | Spiritual Formation | 3 |
| LEA 220 | Mentoring and Coaching | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 6 | |
Bible & Theology Electives
Select Any Nine Credit Hours
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| BIB 201 | Writings of John | 3 |
| BIB 302 | Pauline Epistles and Leadership | 3 |
| BIB 303 | Book of Romans | 3 |
| BIB 330 | Book of Revelation | 3 |
| BIB 401 | Book of Mark | 3 |
| BIB 411 | 1 Peter: Socio-Rhetorical Interpretation | 3 |
| ELE 109 | Transfer/Substitution Elective (with Approval) | 3 |
| HUM 110 | Survey of Biblical Literature | 3 |
| THE 103 | Introduction to Apologetics | 3 |
| THE 104 | Apologetic Issues for Cross-Cultural Engagement | 3 |
| THE 201 | Systematic Theology I | 3 |
| THE 202 | Systematic Theology II | 3 |
| THE 300 | Writings of the Church | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 9 | |
General Studies Electives
Select Any Twelve Credit Hours
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| CNS 110 | General Psychology | 3 |
| CNS 120 | Human Growth & Development | 3 |
| CNS 130 | Introduction to Counseling | 3 |
| ELE 101 | Transfer/Substitution Elective (with Approval) | 3 |
| ELE 102 | Transfer/Substitution Elective (with Approval) | 3 |
| ELE 103 | Transfer/Substitution Elective (with Approval) | 3 |
| ENG 201 | The Writings of C.S. Lewis | 3 |
| HST 302 | History of Great Leaders | 3 |
| HST 320 | History of Missions | 3 |
| HUM 101 | Introduction to Fine Arts | 3 |
| LEA 201 | Ethics | 3 |
| MTH 230 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| PHL 101 | Philosophy and Worldview | 3 |
| PHL 102 | World Religions | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 | |
Open Electives
Select Any Twenty-One Credit Hours
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours | ||
| CLG 145 | Leadership Practicum I (a) | 1.5 | ||
| CLG 146 | Leadership Practicum I (b) | 1.5 | ||
| CLG 211 | Church Life | 3 | ||
| CLG 247 | Leadership Practicum II (a) | 1.5 | ||
| CLG 248 | Leadership Practicum II (b) | 1.5 | ||
| CLG 270 | Facilitating Leadership and Growth in Others | 3 | ||
| CLG 282 | Personal Growth and Leadership | 3 | ||
| CLG 351 | Changing the World by Making Disciples/Mentoring | 3 | ||
| CLG 401 | Pastoral Ministry | 3 | ||
| CLG 410 | Homiletics | 3 | ||
| CLG 480 | Church Growth | 3 | ||
| CNS 201 | Counseling I | 3 | ||
| CNS 220 | Psychology of a Leader | 3 | ||
| CNS 230 | Research Methods | 3 | ||
| CNS 302 | Marriage & Family in Society | 3 | ||
| ELE 104 | Transfer/Substitution Elective | 3 | ||
| ELE 105 | Transfer/Substitution Elective | 3 | ||
| ELE 106 | Transfer/Substitution Elective | 3 | ||
| ELE 107 | Transfer/Substitution Elective | 3 | ||
| ELE 108 | Transfer/Substitution Elective | 3 | ||
| GRK 305 | Greek I(a) | 1.5 | ||
| GRK 306 | Greek I(b) | 1.5 | ||
| HEB 301 | Hebrew I | 3 | ||
| LEA 210 | Christian Leadership | 3 | ||
| LEA 310 | Introduction to Organizational Leadership | 3 | ||
| LEA 330 | Foundations of Marketing | 3 | ||
| MIS 130 | Concepts in Leading Short-Term Missions | 3 | ||
| MIS 200 | Missions and the Local Church | 3 | ||
| MIS 201 | World Missions | 3 | ||
| MIS 202 | Intercultural Communication I: General Focus | 3 | ||
| MIS 311 | Intercultural Communication II: Middle East Focus | 3 | ||
| MIS 312 | Intercultural Communication II: U.S. Indigenous Populations Focus | 3 | ||
| PHL 120 | Philosophy of Leading Teams | 3 | ||
| Total Credit Hours: | 21 | |||
Program Nonelectives
B.A.Div. Students Take the Following Courses as a Part of Their Major
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours | ||
| BIB 301 | Synoptic Gospels | 3 | ||
| BIB 303 | Book of Romans | 3 | ||
| BIB 401 | Book of Mark | 3 | ||
| CLG 211 | Church Life | 3 | ||
| CLG 410 | Homiletics | 3 | ||
| ENG 495 | Senior Seminar & Capstone | 3 | ||
| GRK 305 | Greek I(a) | 1.5 | ||
| GRK 306 | Greek I(b) | 1.5 | ||
| LEA 201 | Ethics | 3 | ||
| THE 201 | Systematic Theology I | 3 | ||
| THE 202 | Systematic Theology II | 3 | ||
| Total Credit Hours: | 30 | |||
Admissions
To become a student at Manna U, follow these two steps:
1. Complete an application, which includes:
- A non-refundable application fee of $50 (linked to application)
- An essay, written by the applicant, of his/her conversion experience (300-600 words), in a format that is typed and double spaced, using 12 pt. font size;
- A Pastoral Reference* from the Pastor of the church that the applicant regularly attends;
- A Personal Reference* from someone who has known you for two years or more and is not related to you.
* Applicants will enter an email address for their selected references and a link to the online reference forms will be sent once the application is submitted.
2. Order your official high school, G.E.D., or previous college transcripts (minimum 2.0 GPA is preferred).
Note: official transcripts are sent directly from one school/college to another. You can arrange to have your transcripts sent electronically to registrar@manna.edu, or a paper copy can be sent to our mailing address:
Manna University
Attn: Registrar’s Office
439 Westwood Shopping Center
PMB 106
Fayetteville, NC 28314
All applicants applying for admission to one of Manna U’s graduate programs must submit official transcripts showing an earned undergraduate degree from an accredited institution, or an equivalent academic achievement approved by Manna U’s Academic Office. Students who plan to use military education benefits must submit transcripts from high school and all colleges attended.
Students who plan to use military education benefits must submit transcripts from high school and all colleges attended.
Frequently Asked Questions
- I don't want to be a Pastor. Could a Divinity degree still be a good fit for me?
Absolutely! Our Divinity students have a variety of goals and careers. Whether you want to go into vocational ministry, lead a nonprofit, or just learn more about the Bible, our Divinity programs might be a good fit for you.
- What does a Divinity degree include?
Divinity is the best all-around program for those interested in vocational ministry. At the Undergraduate level, students have a core of Bible/Theology and General Education Courses, as well as the essential courses necessary for work in vocational ministry. Additionally, students have the opportunity to explore, through elective courses, the fields of Christian Counseling, Christian Leadership, or Intercultural Studies.
- Do I have to take Greek or Hebrew in this degree?
It depends entirely upon your degree-level. For Associate of Arts students, Greek is optional. For Bachelor of Arts students, three credit hours of Greek are mandatory. For Master of Divinity students, it depends on your Track. M.Div. students in a Biblical Studies Track will need to take six hours of Biblical Language coursework and six hours of Exegetical coursework.
- I want to become a Military Chaplain. Is a Divinity degree the right path?
If you already have a Bachelor’s Degree, and are looking to become a Military Chaplain, then our M.Div. is the logical next step for you. If you do not yet have a Bachelor’s Degree, you’ll need to complete one before moving-on to an M.Div.
- I just want to learn more about the Bible. Is this the right program for me?
Absolutely! A great first place to start would be our Associate of Arts in Divinity. You’ll get a core of Biblical content, some General Education courses necessary for success as a college student, and some electives that can help you discover what God has next for you. Students who already have a degree, or who aren’t worried about General Education courses and want to get right to Biblical training should consider our Certificate in Church Leadership program.
Andre's Story
Like most of today’s college students, Andre leads a busy life. Balancing family, work, and serving at his local church is a tough act, but he sensed the need to sharpen his leadership for effective Kingdom impact.
“The divinity program is designed to challenge the student’s current perception of the world through sound biblical truths. I appreciate this the most because it opened my mind as well as my heart.”
Effective Leaders Bring Lasting Impact
Jesus chose twelve leaders who were from differing backgrounds. Many religious leaders in that time would have overlooked them. Through teaching and training, He prepared them to lead a movement that changed the world. Whatever your call may be, training at Manna U can help you engage in this kind of transformational leadership.
