Online Programs/Courses at Baptist Bible College Online

About Baptist Bible College Online

Baptist Bible College, founded in 1950, is an institution of higher learning located in Springfield, MO, with a distinctively Biblical and historic Baptist curriculum established to prepare men and women for the Gospel ministry. The mission of BBC is to train students to serve as pastors, missionaries and Christian leaders.

Baptist Bible College (BBC) offers undergraduate degree programs in Pastoral Studies, Missions, Business, Intercultural Studies, Church Ministries, Elementary Education and Music. Baptist Bible College Graduate School offers a Master of Arts in Church Ministries, Master of Arts in Counseling, Master of Arts in Biblical Studies, Master of Arts in Intercultural Studies and a Master of Divinity.

Courses for the Master of Arts in Church ministries can be taken entirely online and many of the courses required for the other programs may be taken partially online. BBC's bachelor's and master's programs prepare students for ministry and a purposeful professional life. Our degrees can be completed through innovative Internet courses, on campus and in modules.

Why Choose Baptist Bible College Online?

The benefits of obtaining a degree from Baptist Bible College Online are the following:

• Dual Accreditation -Baptist Bible College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is also a member of the North Central Association.
• Baptist Bible College is also accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE), formerly the Accrediting Association of Bible Colleges (AABC). ABHE is an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
• Students work toward the completion of a prestigious, accredited, bachelor's or master's degree.
  
• Online Campus - Courses are accessible any time of day or night. Curriculum is designed to accommodate busy, non-traditional students. A help desk and technical support are available 24/7. An outstanding support team makes sure that students can retrieve course materials, download class lectures, complete exams and more.
  
• Educational Excellence - Our outstanding faculty is dedicated and committed to excellence in education. Our courses offer opportunities for personal growth and enrichment, while providing a challenging and rewarding educational experience. Taking classes will allow students to share classroom and life experiences with other adults learners.
• Affordability - We offer a competitive tuition rate for all courses. It would be difficult to find a regionally accredited Bible college that offers a low tuition like us. We also don't have any hidden fees.
• Veteran Friendly - We are approved by the office of Veterans' Education of the Missouri State Department of Education for training under the Veterans' program. You may contact the Veteran Assistant's office at (800) 228-5754 or e-mail VAREP@baptist.edu.
  
• Financial Aid - Upon qualification, federal and state financial aid opportunities are available for both full-time and part-time students. We also accept Employee Tuition Reimbursement programs for eligible students. Best yet, someone is always available to explain the financial aid options and guide you through the process. For forms and further information concerning any of the programs, contact the director of financial aid at (800) 228-5754.
  
• Proven Leadership - Baptist Bible College has been a leader in providing a distinctively Baptist education. For more than half a century, BBC has been known as an innovator in Christian education.

Enjoy the Online Experience at Baptist Bible College

Distance learning and online class sessions are enjoyed by an ever-increasing number of students. These students have the opportunity to share their knowledge, experiences, opinions and ideas with classmates in a friendly and open virtual setting. Whether you are an introvert or extrovert, the online learning experience is equally valuable and enriching, as it allows class members to intermingle with ease and feel comfortable expressing their views.

Undergraduate and graduate courses are designed and formatted in a manner that permits students flexibility in their access and participation. Online courses at Baptist Bible College consist of only eight instructional weeks. Students registering for online instruction are provided with orientation sessions that help them navigate through their selected courses. The orientation sessions are available to students approximately one week prior to the start of classes, and students are provided online course access.

Imagine a traditional classroom setting in which students speak one at a time during an allotted time period. Now, imagine the online classroom in which everybody contributes in the same space at any time and where the extent of a person's input is not limited. The online chat helps students minimize their inhibitions and maximize their participation. Students have time to read, analyze and respond to classmates at their own pace. Moreover, students have the opportunity to think, research, study, compare and contribute before the class session.

Accreditation

Baptist Bible College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. Baptist Bible College is also accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE), formerly the Accrediting Association of Bible Colleges (AABC). ABHE is an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.