DIPLOMA IN BIBLICAL STUDIES
- 1ST YEAR PROGRAM -
- KNOW GOD’S WORD -
Our Year 1 program is designed to help you FOCUS YOUR MIND and build a solid biblical and doctrinal foundation. Learn Scripture and essential Christian beliefs—the starting point for every follower of Christ. Spend a year growing closer to Jesus alongside fellow believers. While learning basic theology and biblical principles, you'll receive guidance, mentorship, and encouragement in your individual faith walk.
Colossians 3:2 Set your minds on things above, not on things on the earth.
KNOW YOUR BIBLE
Study foundational truths of Christianity and be able to explain them to others
Learn the whole story of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation - and why it matters
Get tools for reading, understanding, and applying Scripture on your own
Build up healthy habits to support you in your faith walk
Be equipped to help your family and friends follow Jesus, too
Distance Learning available!
36 CREDITS | TOTAL COST: $2,850 | TUITION: $2,650 | STUDENT FEES: $200
School Year 2026-27
MN CAMPUS: MONDAY or TUESDAY 6:30-8:45pm
IA CAMPUS: THURSDAY 6:30-8:45pm
PROGRAM DETAILS & ADMISSIONS
FALL TERM
(AUG-DEC)
BTS 101 - Theology 1
BTS 112 - Theology 2
BTS 201 - Old Testament Story
INT 111- Discipleship Essentials - Fall
SPRING TERM
(JAN-MAY)
BTS 221 - New Testament Theology 1
BTS 222 - New Testament Theology 2
LMT 112 - Evangelism
BTS 120 - Theology 3
BTS 114 - Theology 4
INT 112 - Discipleship Essentials - Spring
REQUIRED RETREAT:
PSF 111 - Spiritual Disciplines Intensive
Option #1: October 23-25 Option #2: November 13-15 Option #3: February 26-28
(Choose the one that works best for your schedule.) *Dates subject to change
The minimum age for DBS is 16 years at the time of application. If under 18, parental consent is required and the student must be enrolled in high school with a GPA of at least 2.5 with an acceptable attendance record. Must also have completed the online application, including character reference.
If a student is married, a spousal reference must be completed along with the application.
Application Fee: $25.00 upon submission of application.