Overview

The Bible and Theology Department provides instruction in the Word of God, the tools necessary for personal study of that Word, the biblical philosophy which provides a solid foundation for living, and the scriptural motivation to put into practice scriptural standards and precepts.

Quick Facts

8:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

100%

Post Graduate Employment

AA, BS, BA, MA, PhD

DEGREES

Programs Offered

Bible & Theology Programs & Majors

You have the option to pursue a One-Year Certificate, an Associate degree, a Bachelor’s degree, a Master’s degree, or a Doctorate in Bible & Theology, either through the traditional on-campus college experience or online.

Bachelor’s Degrees

Choose from major options.

Bachelor of Science in Bible & Theology (Major/Minor)

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Bachelor of Science in Bible & Theology (Major/Minor)

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Bachelor of Arts in Bible & Theology (Major/Minor)

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Bachelor of Arts in Bible & Theology (Major/Minor)

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Accelerated 5-Year Degree Option

Earn a Bachelor of Arts in Bible & Theology degree and a Master of Divinity degree in as few as five years.

5-Year BA in Bible & Theology and MDiv in Ministry Studies

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Program Outcomes:

  • The student will be prepared to be able to assess the spiritual maturity (of self and others) to influence spiritual growth.
  • The student will be able to defend the biblical worldview through the application of sound research methods and the consistent literal grammatical-historical hermeneutic.
  • The student will be able to develop a biblical philosophy and strategy for Christian ministry.
  • The student will be able to present biblically accurate, culturally relevant, and personally applicable ministry communication (oral and written).
  • The student will be able to discover the God-given spiritual gifts, abilities, and calling (of self and others) to lead effective Christian ministry.

Master’s Degree

Continue your education with a graduate degree in Bible & Theology.

Master of Arts in Bible & Theology

Master of Arts in Bible & Theology

The Master of Arts in Bible and Theology is designed as a one-year onsite or online graduate degree preparing students with a general understanding of Bible, theology, and graduate level learning tools. The program is constructed to provide grounding for life and service, and the foundations needed for continued learning – both formal and informal.

The Mission of Calvary University

Calvary University is an independent, nondenominational institution, providing undergraduate, graduate and post graduate education which prepares Christians to live and serve in the church and in the world according to the biblical worldview. This is accomplished by providing educational curricula and a climate that fosters the development of intellectual and spiritual maturity, leadership potential, servanthood and a sense of mission.

The purpose of every program at Calvary is to teach students Bible and theology, and to prepare them for Christian ministry. Calvary’s educational programs emphasize biblical studies, complemented by general and professional education as well as practical field experience.

The Mission of the Master of Arts in Bible and Theology Program

The Master of Arts in Bible and Theology Program challenges students at Calvary University to learn and practice the inductive method of Bible study, analyze and synthesize the 66 books of the Bible, define and defend the major doctrines of Christianity, evaluate critically different interpretative issues in Bible and Theology, and develop and live out the biblical worldview.

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) – That students will…

  1. Learn and practice the inductive method of Bible study.
  2. Analyze and synthesize the 66 books of the Bible.
  3. Define and defend the major doctrines of Christianity.
  4. Evaluate critically different interpretative issues in Bible and Theology.
  5. Learn and live out the biblical worldview.

MABT Courses and Descriptions

BI607 Hermeneutics/Inductive Bible Study

This course examines the steps of inductive Bible study (observation, interpretation, application and correlation) and equips the student to correctly understand and interpret the Bible using the literal, grammatical, historical method of interpretation.

RT615 Research Methods

This course overviews various research methods to study Bible and theology. Students learn how to find and use the best resources to write biblical and theological research papers following Turabian style. Students are introduced to electronic Bible study software (Logos and/or Accordance).

BI610 Old Testament Overview I

This course is an introduction and synthetic overview of the Old Testament historical books: Genesis through Esther.

BI611 Old Testament Overview II

This course is an introduction and synthetic overview of the Old Testament poetic and wisdom books: Job through Song of Solomon.

BI612 Old Testament Overview III

This course is an introduction and synthetic overview of the Old Testament prophetic books: Isaiah through Malachi.

BI620 New Testament Overview I

This course is an introduction and synthetic overview of the four canonical gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke and John).

BI621 New Testament Overview II

This course is an introduction and synthetic overview of Acts and the Pauline Epistles (Romans through Philemon).

BI622 New Testament Overview III

This course is an introduction and synthetic overview of the General Epistles (Hebrews through Jude) and the book of Revelation.

TH610 Systematic Theology I

This course surveys what the Bible teaches about the Bible, God, man and sin (Bibliology, Theology Proper, Biblical Anthropology and Hamartiology).

TH611 Systematic Theology II

This course surveys what the Bible teaches about the person and work of Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit (Christology, Soteriology and Pneumatology).

TH612 Systematic Theology III

This course surveys what the Bible teaches about the Church, angels including Satan and end time events (Ecclesiology, Angelology, and Eschatology).

TH613 Dispensational Premillennialism

This course explains the biblical and theological arguments for dispensational premillennialism. Students will learn the significance of the biblical covenants and their relationship to the dispensations. Students will critique amillennialism, covenant premillennialism, progressive dispensationalism, and progressive covenantalism.

RP601 Biblical Philosophy and Worldview

This course examines the biblical philosophy and worldview focusing on the four components of epistemology, metaphysics, ethics, and socio-political thought. Students will learn how to discover the biblical worldview through doing exegesis and biblical theology. Students will learn the biblical worldview of history, science, the arts, ethics, sex and marriage, law and government. Students will critique religious and secular worldviews by the Bible.

GRADUATE/SEMINARY GRADING SCALE

96-100

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94-95

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3.7

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B+

3.3

88-91

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3.0

86-87

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2.7

84-85

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2.3

80-83

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2.0

78-79

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1.7

0-77

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2024-2025 TUITION AND FEES

Tuition on Campus Courses

$448 per credit hour

Tuition Online Courses

$480 per credit hour

Student Services Fee

$254 per 8 week cycle

Enrollment Fee (one time)

$100

Late Registration Fee

$225

Leadership and Faculty in the MABT Program

Dr. Gary Gromacki
Department Chair of Bible and Theology
Director of the Ph.D. in Bible and Theology Program
Director of the Master of Arts in Bible and Theology Program
Professor of Bible and Theology
B.A. (Pre-Seminary Bible and Greek) Cedarville University (1980)
Th.M. (Bible Exposition) Dallas Theological Seminary (1984)
D.Min. (Pastoral Leadership) Dallas Theological Seminary (1997)
Ph.D. (Biblical Studies) Baptist Bible Seminary (2006)

Dr. Jordan Ballard
Adjunct Faculty – Bible and Theology – Calvary University
Assistant Professor – Liberty University
Adjunct Professor – Grace Christian University
Adjunct Professor – Tyndale Theological Seminary
B.S. (Business Management) Liberty University (2004)
M.A.R., M.R.E., M.Div. (Biblical Studies) Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary (2008)
STM (Old Testament) Dallas Theological Seminary (2011)
Ph.D. (Theology and Apologetics) Liberty University, Rawlings School of Divinity (2021)

Dr. Mike Dodds
Dean of the Seminary – Calvary University
Professor of Ministry Studies – Calvary University
Director of the CU Press – Calvary University
B.A. (English-Secondary Education) Asbury College (1971)
Th.M. (Systematic Theology) Dallas Theological Seminary (1982)
D.Min. Dallas Theological Seminary (1997)

Dr. Kyle Dunham
Adjunct Faculty – Bible and Theology – Calvary University
Chair of the Old Testament Department – Detroit Baptist Theological Seminary
Associate Professor of Old Testament – Detroit Baptist Theological Seminary
B.S. (Bible/Missions) Clarks Summit University (1996)
M.Div. Detroit Baptist Theological Seminary (2002)
Th.M. Detroit Baptist Theological Seminary (2006)
Th.D. (Old Testament) The Master’s Seminary (2010)

Dr. Daniel Fabricatore
Adjunct Faculty – Bible and Theology – Calvary University
Senior Pastor of Grace Bible Church in Frederick, Maryland
B.A. (Pastoral Training; Greek) Moody Bible Institute (1985)
Th.M. (New Testament Greek Literature and Exegesis) Dallas Theological Seminary (1989)
Ph.D. (New Testament) Baptist Bible Seminary (2008)

Dr. H. Wayne House
Adjunct Faculty – Bible and Theology – Calvary University
B.A. (Classical and Hellenistic Greek) Hardin-Simmons University (1970)
M.Div. (Pastoral Studies) Western Conservative Baptist Seminary (1973)
Th.M. (Biblical Studies) Western Conservative Baptist Seminary (1974)
M.A. (Biblical and Patristic Greek) Abilene Christian University (1983)
Th.D. (Exegetical Theology) Concordia Seminary (1986)
J.D. (Law) Regent University School of Law (1986)

Dr. Jeremy Lyon
Adjunct Faculty – Bible and Theology – Calvary University
Associate Pastor of Old Testament and Hebrew (Truett-McConnel University)
B.A. (Religion) Carson-Newman College (2003)
M.Div. (Advanced Biblical Studies and Biblical Languages) Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary (2007)
Ph.D. (Old Testament) Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary (2014)

Dr. David Mappes
Adjunct Faculty – Bible and Theology – Calvary University
A.A. (Electronics Engineering Technology) ITT Technical Institute (1980)
B.A. (Humanities) Ottawa University (1986)
M.Div. (Pastoral Studies) Western Conservative Baptist Seminary (1988)
Th.M. (Theology) Western Conservative Baptist Seminary (1989)
Ph.D. (Bible Exposition) Dallas Theological Seminary (1995)

Dr. Mark McGinniss
Adjunct Faculty – Bible and Theology – Calvary University
B.S. (Marine Science) Richard Stockton State College (1978)
M.A.B.S. Dallas Theological Seminary (1992)
Th.M. (Old Testament) Baptist Bible Seminary (2006)
Ph.D. (Old Testament) Baptist Bible Seminary (2008)

Dr. Monte Shanks
Adjunct Faculty – Bible and Theology – Calvary University
Assistant Professor of New Testament at Liberty University’s Rawlings School of Divinity
B.A. (Business Administration) University of South Florida (1984)
Th.M. (Bible Exposition and Christian Education) Dallas Theological Seminary (1991)
Ph.D. (New Testament Studies and Patristics) The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (2008)

Dr. Tim Sigler
Adjunct Faculty – Bible and Theology – Calvary University
CEO of Ariel Ministries
B.A. (Biblical Studies) Faith Baptist Bible College (1991)
M.A. (Theological Studies) Faith Baptist Bible College (1993)
M.Div. Faith Baptist Bible College (1995)
Ph.D. (Theological Studies) Trinity International University (2008)
Master of Science in Higher Education – Grace College and Seminary (2018)

Dr. Michael Stallard
Adjunct Faculty – Bible and Theology – Calvary University
Director of International Ministry, Friends of Israel
B.S. (Mathematics) University of Alabama in Huntsville
M.Div. (Bible and Ministry) Liberty Baptist Seminary
S.T.M. (New Testament) Dallas Theological Seminary
Ph.D. (Systematic Theology) Dallas Theological Seminary

Doctoral Degrees

Take your education to the next step with a postgraduate degree in Bible & Theology.

The Doctor of Philosophy in Bible & Theology

The Mission of Calvary University

Calvary University is an independent, nondenominational institution, providing undergraduate, graduate and post graduate education which prepares Christians to live and serve in the church and in the world according to the biblical worldview. This is accomplished by providing educational curricula and a climate that fosters the development of intellectual and spiritual maturity, leadership potential, servanthood and a sense of mission.

The purpose of every program at Calvary is to teach students Bible and theology, and to prepare them for Christian ministry. Calvary’s educational programs emphasize biblical studies, complemented by general and professional education as well as practical field experience.

The Mission of the Ph.D. in Bible and Theology Program

The mission of the Ph.D. in Bible and Theology program is to produce outstanding exegetes of the Bible in its original languages and theologians who can serve both the academy and the church as scholars who communicate their research in Biblical and theological studies.

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) – That Ph.D. students will be able to…

  1. Do exegetical research in the Hebrew Old Testament and the Greek New Testament.
  2. Synthesize the content and theology of each of the 66 books of the Bible.
  3. Explain and defend the Biblical worldview on various contemporary issues.
  4. Assess diverse theological views from the perspective of traditional dispensational.
  5. Advance Biblical and theological research and education by writing a Ph.D. dissertation.

Ph.D. Program Distinctives

  • Dual discipline Ph.D. in Bible and Theology
  • Built upon the Master of Arts in Bible and Theology program at Calvary University
  • Hybrid of American model (course based with culminating research) and European model (research based) for Ph.D. studies.
  • 100% online Ph.D. No residency requirements.
  • Students take classes as a cohort.

Calvary University Biblical and Theological Distinctives

  • Biblical Inerrancy
  • Consistent Literal Grammatical Historical Interpretation of the Bible
  • Traditional Dispensationalism
  • Biblical Young Earth Creationism
  • Cessationist View of the Sign Gifts (Tongues, Healing, and Miracles)
  • Complementarianism
  • Pre-Tribulation Rapture of the Church
  • Premillennial Second Coming of Christ to Earth
  • Futurist Interpretation of the Book of Revelation

Calvary University has a fully accredited Ph.D. Program

  • March 7, 2018 – Accreditation by the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE)
  • September 20, 2018 – Accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Calvary University Ph.D. Fellowship Facebook Group

  • Daily dose of Hebrew
  • Daily dose of Greek
  • Discussion of contemporary theological issues
  • Links to internet resources
  • Opportunity to get to know other students and professors in the Ph.D. program.

Admission Requirements to the Ph.D. Program

  • Complete application on the Calvary University website with written personal testimony
  • Pastoral references
  • Resume
  • Possess a Master of Arts in Bible and Theology degree from Calvary University or equivalent from another Christian university or seminary
  • Possess a Master of Divinity degree from Calvary University or equivalent from another Christian university or seminary
  • Provide transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work
  • Provide a writing sample (research paper, journal article or book)
  • Interview with the Ph.D. Program Director

Ph.D. COURSES AND DESCRIPTIONS

FIRST YEAR: BIBLICAL EXEGESIS

BT701 Advanced Hermeneutics and Theological Method

This course will study biblical hermeneutics focusing on the literal grammatical-historical method. Students will critique contemporary hermeneutical theories and theological systems from a traditional dispensational perspective.

BT702 Principles of Dissertation Research

This course will guide the student in research strategies, dissertation topic selection, employment of the correct form and style for dissertations, and the use of bibliographic resources, library materials, and computerized data bases. The student will write the dissertation proposal as the final project and present it to the class.

BT703 Exegesis in the Hebrew Old Testament

This course will equip students to do exegesis in the Hebrew Old Testament. Students will learn how to identify and solve exegetical problems in the different genre of the Hebrew Old Testament. Students will learn how to do discourse analysis and write exegetical outlines of different texts. Students will translate and analyze the Hebrew syntax of the book of Jonah.

BT704 Exegesis in the Greek New Testament

This course will equip students to do exegesis in the Greek New Testament. Students will learn how to do textual criticism and identify and solve exegetical problems in the different genre of the Greek New Testament. Students will translate and analyze the Greek syntax of the book of Ephesians.

BT705 Exegesis to Exposition

This course shows the student how to communicate biblical truth from sound exegesis. The course builds on exegesis in the Hebrew Old Testament and in the Greek New Testament. The goal of the course is to integrate exegesis and exposition. The student will write out exegetical outlines and expositions of Bible texts that reflect the argument of the biblical author. The student will evaluate contemporary Bible expositors and gain insights into becoming a creative Bible teacher and preacher.

Portfolio Assessment at the End of First Year

The Ph.D. student will submit a portfolio at the end of the first year for review by the Ph.D. Committee, which includes (1) one research paper, (2) a dissertation proposal, (3) a research strategy for the dissertation, and (4) a report on dissertation research progress.

SECOND YEAR: SYNTHESIS OF BIBLE BOOKS

BT706 Advanced Old Testament Synthesis I

This course examines the historical backgrounds, arguments, biblical theology and interpretive issues in the five books of the Torah (Genesis-Deuteronomy). Students will analyze the significance of the unconditional Abrahamic Covenant and the conditional Mosaic covenant. Students will do exegetical studies in the Hebrew text of these OT books.

BT707 Advanced Old Testament Synthesis II

This course examines the historical backgrounds, arguments, biblical theology, and interpretive issues in the Prophets section of the Hebrew Bible. Students will study the history of Israel in its Ancient Near Eastern context and see how God blessed and judged the nation of Israel based on their obedience or disobedience to the Mosaic covenant. Students will study the Messianic prophecies in these books and do exegetical studies in the Hebrew text of these Old Testament books.

BT708 Advanced Old Testament Synthesis III

This course examines the historical backgrounds, arguments, biblical theology, and interpretive issues in the Writings section of the Hebrew Bible. Students will study how these books relate to the post-exilic period of Israel’s history and how these books were used in the worship of God by Israel. Students will study the Messianic prophecies in these books were used in the worship of God by Israel. Students will study the messianic prophecies in these books and do exegetical studies in the Hebrew text of these Old Testament books.

BT709 Advanced New Testament Synthesis I

This course examines the historical backgrounds, arguments, biblical theology and interpretive issues of the four canonical gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke and John) and the book of Acts. Students will critique the philosophy and methodology behind source criticism, form criticism and redaction criticism as related to the gospels. Students will do exegetical in the Greek text of these NT books.

BT710 Advanced New Testament Synthesis II

This course examines the historical backgrounds, arguments, biblical theology and interpretive issues of the epistles (Romans-Jude) and the book of Revelation. Students will do discourse analysis of the epistles and learn how they address specific theological and historical problems in the early church. Students will critique the idealist, historicist, preterist views of Revelation, and discover exegetical arguments for the futurist interpretation of the book of Revelation. Students will do exegetical studies in the Greek text of these NT books.

Portfolio Assessment at the End of Second Year

The Ph.D. student will submit a portfolio at the end of the second year for review by the Ph.D. committee which includes (1) a research paper, (2) a book review, and (3) a report on dissertation research progress. The Ph.D. student must receive a passing grade on the Hebrew Old Testament comprehensive exam and a passing grade on the Greek New Testament comprehensive exam.

THIRD YEAR: SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY

BT711 Biblical Young Earth Creationism

This course focuses on the biblical and scientific evidence for biblical young earth creationism. Students will study a grammatical-historical interpretation of Genesis 1-11 and explain how the creation-fall-global flood events in history impact the study of astronomy, geology and biology. Students will critique the theory of evolution, evolutionary creation, progressive creation, the gap theory, and other views of origins and Genesis 1-2.

BT712 Advanced Theological Analysis I

In this course the student will study various views and issues concerning Prolegomena, Bibliology, Theology Proper and Angelology. The student will examine different systematic theologies looking at their systematization of doctrines in prolegomena. The student will explain and assess the various doctrinal positions on the inspiration and inerrancy of the Bible, the trinity, open theism, and spiritual warfare. The student will discuss the importance of progressive revelation and create a possible chronological order of writing of the 66 books of the Bible.

BT713 Biblical Archeology and Historical Geography of Bible Lands

This course will examine the major archaeological discoveries that relate to the Bible. Students will evaluate problems in biblical archaeology and propose some possible solutions to these problems. Students will critique the arguments of biblical minimalists made against the historicity of the Bible. Students will examine the significance of the Dead Sea Scrolls and other ancient manuscripts that relate to the Bible. Students will study the historical geography of Bible lands and learn the historical significance of places mentioned in the Bible.

BT714 Advanced Theological Analysis II

In this course the student will appraise various views and issues concerning Anthropology, Hamartiology, Christology, Soteriology and Pneumatology. The student will explain the significance of the church debates and doctrinal statements regarding these doctrines. The student will assess the theological differences and discuss the major arguments pro and con in the following debates: Calvinism vs. Arminianism, Free Grace vs. Lordship Salvation, Charismatic vs. Cessationism, and different views in the Historical Adam debate.

BT715 Advanced Theological Analysis III

In this course the student defines and defends the biblical doctrines of Israelology, Ecclesiology and Eschatology. The student will explain God’s program for Israel, the Church and the Nations from the Bible. The student will assess various views of the second coming of Christ (amillennialism, postmillennialism and premillennialism) as well as various views of the time of the rapture (pre-tribulation, mid-tribulation, pre-wrath and post-tribulation). The student will compare and contrast the eschatology of dispensationalism and covenant theology and examine how each theological position views Israel and the Church. The student will interpret the key biblical texts that explain the biblical covenants (Abrahamic, Mosaic, Davidic and New) and their fulfillment.

Portfolio Assessment at the End of the Third Year

The Ph.D. student will submit a portfolio at the end of the fourth year for review by the Ph.D. committee which includes (1) research paper (2) book review and (3) a report on dissertation research progress. The Ph.D. student must receive a passing grade on the Systematic Theology comprehensive exam.

The Ph.D. student will then have an interview with the Ph.D. director prior to starting the dissertation research and writing classes.

The Ph.D. student will be considered a Ph.D. candidate after successfully completing the portfolio assessment at the end of the third year.

FOURTH YEAR: DISSERTATION RESEARCH, WRITING AND DEFENSE

The Ph.D. candidate will complete the dissertation in year four (five or six if needed). A dissertation is a formal treatise around 50,000 to 75,000 words (about 300 double spaced pages excluding bibliography) that presents an argument for a thesis based on extensive scholarly research engaged during the first three years of the Ph.D. program.

The Ph.D. candidate will pay a $500 fee for each dissertation research and writing course (the money is used to pay the dissertation advisor and the dissertation reader each cycle).

The Ph.D. candidate is required to complete the dissertation in three years from the date of approval to candidacy. (In special cases where additional research is required, a Ph.D. candidate may request approval for additional time by written request to the Program Director for review by the Ph.D. faculty).

BT716 Dissertation Research and Writing I

The Ph.D. candidate will write the first 75 pages of the dissertation.

BT717 Dissertation Research and Writing II

The Ph.D. candidate will write pages 76-150 of the dissertation.

BT718 Dissertation Research and Writing III

The Ph.D. candidate will write pages 151-225 of the dissertation.

BT719 Dissertation Research and Writing IV

The Ph.D. candidate will write pages 226-300+ of the dissertation (including the conclusion and final bibliography).

BT720 Dissertation Lecture/Defense

The Ph.D. candidate will give a one hour lecture on his Ph.D. dissertation at Calvary University at a set time determined by the Ph.D. Director and agreed to by the Ph.D. candidate. The Ph.D. candidate will then defend his dissertation. The Ph.D. faculty will have one hour to ask questions about the dissertation. The Ph.D. faculty will assign a grade for the lecture and defense of the dissertation and this will be the grade for BT720.

GRADING SCALE FOR THE Ph.D. PROGRAM

96-100

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94-95

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92-93

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88-91

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86-87

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2.7

0-85

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0.0

2024-2025 TUITION COSTS AND FEES

Tuition on Campus Courses

$490 per credit hour

Tuition Online Courses

$522 per credit hour

Student Service Fee

$254 per 8 week session

Dissertation Continuation Fee

$550

Enrollment Fee (one time)

$100

Late Registration Fee (per occurrence)

$225

Ph.D. FACULTY

Dr. Gary Gromacki
Department Chair of Bible and Theology
Director of the Ph.D. in Bible and Theology Program
Director of the Master of Arts in Bible and Theology Program
Professor of Bible and Theology
B.A. (Pre-Seminary Bible and Greek) Cedarville University (1980)
Th.M. (Bible Exposition) Dallas Theological Seminary (1984)
D.Min. (Pastoral Leadership) Dallas Theological Seminary (1997)
Ph.D. (Biblical Studies) Baptist Bible Seminary (2006)

Dr. Jordan Ballard
Adjunct Faculty – Systematic Theology – Calvary University
B.A. (Business Management) Liberty University (2004)
M.Div. (Biblical Studies) Liberty Theological Seminary (2008)
Th.M. (Old Testament) Dallas Theological Seminary (2011)
Ph.D. (Theology and Apologetics) Liberty University School of Divinity (2021)

Dr. Kyle Dunham
Adjunct Faculty – Bible and Theology – Calvary University
Associate Professor of Old Testament – Detroit Baptist Theological Seminary
M.Div. Detroit Baptist Theological Seminary (2002)
Th.M. Detroit Baptist Theological Seminary (2006)
Th.D. (Old Testament) The Master’s Seminary (2010)

Dr. Daniel Fabricatore
Adjunct Faculty – Bible and Theology – Calvary University
Senior Pastor of Grace Bible Church in Frederick, Maryland
B.A. (Pastoral Training; Greek) Moody Bible Institute (1985)
Th.M. (New Testament Greek Literature and Exegesis) Dallas Theological Seminary (1989)
Ph.D. (New Testament) Baptist Bible Seminary (2008)

Dr. H. Wayne House
Adjunct Faculty – Bible and Theology – Calvary University
B.A. (Classical and Hellenistic Greek) Hardin-Simmons University (1970)
M.Div. (Pastoral Studies) Western Conservative Baptist Seminary (1973)
Th.M. (Biblical Studies) Western Conservative Baptist Seminary (1974)
M.A. (Biblical and Patristic Greek) Abilene Christian University (1983)
Th.D. (Exegetical Theology) Concordia Seminary (1986)
J.D. (Law) Regent University School of Law (1986)

Dr. Jeremy Lyon
Associate Professor of Old Testament and Hebrew (Truett-McConnell University)
Adjunct Faculty – Hebrew and Old Testament – Calvary University
B.A. (Religion) Carson-Newman College (2003)
M.Div. (Advanced Biblical Studies and Biblical Language) Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary (2007)
Ph.D. (Old Testament) Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary (2014)

Dr. David Mappes
Adjunct Faculty – Systematic Theology  – Calvary University
A.A. (Electronics Engineering Technology) ITT Technical Institute (1980)
B.A. (Humanities) Ottawa University (1986)
M.Div. (Pastoral Studies) Western Conservative Baptist Seminary (1988)
Th.M. (Theology) Western Conservative Baptist Seminary (1989)
Ph.D. (Bible Exposition) Dallas Theological Seminary (1995)

Dr. Mark McGinniss
Adjunct Faculty – Hebrew and Old Testament – Calvary University
B.S. (Marine Science) Richard Stockton State College (1978)
M.A.B.S. Dallas Theological Seminary (1992)
Th.M. (Old Testament) Baptist Bible Seminary (2006)
Ph.D. (Old Testament) Baptist Bible Seminary (2008)

Dr. Monte Shanks
Assistant Professor of New Testament at Liberty University’s Rawlings School of Divinity
Adjunct Faculty – Greek and New Testament – Calvary University
B.A. (Business Administration) University of South Florida (1984)
Th.M. (Bible Exposition and Christian Education) Dallas Theological Seminary (1991)
Ph.D. (New Testament Studies and Patristics) The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (2008)

Dr. Tim Sigler
Adjunct Faculty – Bible and Theology – Calvary University
CEO of Ariel Ministries
B.A. (Biblical Studies) Faith Baptist Bible College (1991)
M.A. (Theological Studies) Faith Baptist Theological Seminary (1993)
M.Div. Faith Baptist Theological Seminary (1995)
Ph.D. (Theological Studies) Trinity International University (2008)
Master of Science in Higher Education – Grace College and Seminary (2018)

Dr. Michael Stallard 
Adjunct Faculty – Bible and Theology – Calvary University
Director of International Ministry, Friends of Israel
B.S. (Mathematics) University of Alabama in Huntsville
M.Div. (Bible and Ministry) Liberty Baptist Seminary
S.T.M. (New Testament) Dallas Theological Seminary
Ph.D. (Systematic Theology) Dallas Theological Seminary

Associate Degree

The Bible and Theology Department provides instruction in the Word of God, the tools necessary for personal study of that Word, the biblical philosophy which provides a solid foundation for living, and the scriptural motivation to put into practice scriptural standards and precepts.

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Bible & Theology Degree Objectives

Upon graduation, Bible & Theology Students will:

  • Possess basic biblical and theological facts as a foundation for meditation, teaching, and further study.
  • Accurately analyze, interpret, and apply biblical passages in a continuing commitment to personal Bible study.
  • Understand Scripture as the ultimate authority for their worldview and lifestyle.
  • Have knowledge and understanding of God and His Word that will enhance and maintain a lifetime of close, personal, and obedient relationship with Christ and His Church.
  • Have a solid education foundation to enter graduate/seminary study, if they so choose.
Career Paths

A Bible & Theology degree prepares students for a range of careers in ministry.

Here are a few potential career paths:

  • Senior Pastor
  • Youth Pastor
  • Missionary
  • Christian Education
  • Non-Government Organization Leader
  • Church Planter
  • Inner-City Ministry
  • International Business
  • Seminary Student (Master’s Doctors)

Meet the Bible & Theology Department Faculty

Dr Alexander Granados
Dr. Alexander Granados, M.Div.,Th.M.,Ph.D.

President/CEO

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Dr. Christopher Johnson, M.A., Ph.D.

Adjunct Faculty, Bible & Theology

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Dr. Dan Fabricatore, Th.M., Ph.D.

Adjunct Faculty, Bible and Theology

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Dr. Daniel Goepfrich, Th.M., D.Min.

Adjunct Faculty, Greek

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Dr. David Mappes, M.Div., Th.M., Ph.D.

Adjunct Faculty, Bible and Theology

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Dr Gary Gromacki
Dr. Gary Gromacki, Th.M., D.Min., Ph.D.

Department Chair of Bible and Theology, Ph.D. Program Director, Professor of Bible and Theology

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Clark James
Dr. James Clark, M.Div., Ph.D.

Distinguished Guest Lecturer, President Emerius

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Dr. Jeremy Lyon, M.Div., Ph.D.

Adjunct Faculty, Bible and Theology

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Dr Jordan Ballard
Dr. Jordan Ballard, MAR, MRE, M.Div, STM, Ph.D.

Adjunct Faculty, Bible & Theology

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Dr. Kyle Dunham, M.Div., Th.M., Th.D.

Adjunct Faculty, Bible & Theology

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Dr Luther Smith
Dr. Luther Smith, M.A., M.A., Psy.D.

Dean of the College, Department Chair of Biblical Counseling, Professor of Biblical Counseling

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Dr. Mark McGinnis, M.A.B.S., Th.M., Ph.D.

Adjunct Faculty, Bible & Theology

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Dr. Michael Stallard, M.Div., S.T.M., Ph.D.

Adjunct Faculty, Bible and Theology

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Mike Dodds
Dr. Mike Dodds, Th.M., D.Min.

Dean of the Seminary, Professor of Ministry Studies

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Dr. Monte Shanks, Th.M., Ph.D.

Adjunct Faculty, Bible and Theology

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Dr Neil Nelson
Dr. Neil Nelson, M.Div., S.T.M. Ph.D.

New Testament & Greek; Professor Emeritus

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Dr Thomas Baurain
Dr. Thomas Baurain, Th.M., D.Min.

Professor Emeritus of Bible and Theology

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Dr. Timothy Sigler, M.A., M.Div., M.S., Ph.D.

Adjunct Faculty, Bible and Theology

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Dr Wayne House
Dr. Wayne House, M.Div., Th.M., M.A., Th.D., J.D.

Adjunct Faculty, Bible and Theology

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Ian Bacon
Ian Bacon, M.Div.

Undergraduate Bible & Theology Program Director, Assistant Professor of Bible & Theology

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Joel Williamson
Joel Williamson, Th.M.

Adjunct Faculty, Bible and Theology

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