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Overview

The Intercultural Studies concentration in the  Ministry Studies Program at Calvary University exists to answer the growing need of Christians who can serve in a diverse world. While generally focused on preparing you for any level of work or ministry involving people of diverse backgrounds and cultures, Intercultural Studies is specifically designed to train overseas missionaries.

The program blends together both academic coursework and real-world ministry opportunities so that students are holistically prepared for cross-cultural ministry.

An additional distinctive feature is the Synergy program, which allows students to earn their degree while also being trained for ministry by practitioners with a variety of missions agencies. Intercultural Studies and Synergy give the student a direct pathway to a career in cross-cultural ministry or national church planting.

Quick Facts

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Student-Faculty Ratio

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Post Graduate Employment

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Degrees

Programs Offered

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Intercultural Studies

You have the option to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Intercultural Studies either through the traditional on-campus college experience or online.

Intercultural Studies View Course Track (PDF)

Online Intercultural Studies Degree

Through Calvary University’s blended model of education, students can earn their online college degree from virtually anywhere in the world.

Online Learning

Ministry Studies Department Objectives

The Ministry Studies program seeks to prepare students to:

  • Understand the biblical principles for effective Christian ministry.
  • Assess character qualities neededfor effective Christian ministry.
  • Develop skills needed for effective Christian ministry.
  • Synthesize knowledge, character, and skills.
Ministry Studies Program Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Develop the ability to assess Christian character qualities essential for effective Christian ministry.
  • Develop biblical, historical, and cultural understanding of effective Christian ministry.
  • Develop effective communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills essential for effective Christian ministry.
  • Synthesize Christian character with understanding of ministry.
  • Synthesize ministry skills with Christian character.
  • Synthesize understanding of ministry with ministry skills.
Tuition & Fees 2026-2027
On-Campus Courses463.00 per credit
Online Courses$507.00 per credit
Student Services fee$281 per 8-week session
Double Dorm Room$1,828 per semester
Single Dorm Room$2,693 per semester
288 (Full) Meal Plan*$1,751 per semester
224 Meal Plan$1,578 per semester
112 Meal Plan$1,139 per semester

*The full meal plan is required for all freshmen (29 or fewer credits). Students with 30 or more credits recorded on their Calvary transcript may select from other meal plan options.

Career Paths

A Ministry Studies degree prepares students for a range of careers in ministry.

  • Senior Pastor
  • Associate Pastor
  • Youth Pastor
  • Campus Ministry
  • Christian Education
  • Evangelism
  • Ministry Coordinator
  • Missions
  • Humanitarian Aid
  • Foreign Service Official
  • International Diplomacy
  • International Development
  • Church Staff
  • Missions Director/Pastor
  • Mission Agency Staff
  • Mobilization
  • Church Planter
  • Multinational Corporation
  • Inner-city Ministry
  • International Business
  • Refugee Resettlement Ministry
  • Refugee Services Case Manager
  • Teaching English overseas
  • Community Development
  • Missions Aviation
  • Non-Governmental Organization Leader
  • Disaster/Aid Relief Worker
  • Para-church Leadership
  • Fund-raising for Faith-based Organizations
  • Chaplaincy (with additional training)
  • Youth Leader
  • Student Development at a College or University
  • Children’s program Leader/Director
  • Shelter Case Manager
  • Children’s Care Specialist
  • Family Support Worker
  • Teacher Assistant

Meet the Intercultural Studies Faculty

Dr. Joshua Paxton, M.Div., Ed.D.

Department Chair of Ministry Studies, Professor of Ministry and Intercultural Studies, Director of the Burnham Center for Global Engagement

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