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Bachelor of Science Chaplaincy

Overview

Gain Fundamental Skills to Serve God and Others with Liberty’s Comprehensive Chaplaincy Degree

Are you called to serve others and offer spiritual comfort? Pursuing a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chaplaincy at Liberty University can help equip you with the skills and knowledge to pursue your career as a ministry leader in diverse settings. Your coursework will cover key areas such as chaplain leadership, chaplain ethics, biblical counseling, and biblical theology, all designed to enhance your ability to lead – whether speaking from the pulpit or guiding a small group.

This comprehensive program also emphasizes the importance of being a witness to the Good News in the various communities you may serve. With a focus on flexibility, this degree can help prepare you to provide Christ-centered chaplain leadership and spiritual care in a range of environments, including corporations, sports organizations, public safety agencies, and disaster relief teams. Through this program, Liberty aims to help prepare you to make a meaningful impact wherever your calling takes you.

120

Credit Hours

SACSCOC

Class Type

Online, 8-week courses

Transfer Credits

Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total

Next Start Date

Aug 18, 2025

Accreditation

Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC

Bachelor of Science Chaplaincy

  • 100% online programs at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral level.*
  • Earn credit for prior learning.
  • Transfer in up to 75% of a bachelor’s degree.
  • Transfer in up to 50% of a master’s degree.

* excludes licensure, certification, and some doctoral programs

Your goals on your time

We are committed to helping you achieve your goals and complete your degree as quickly as possible. One of our admissions counselors is ready to assist you with starting the process.

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Why Choose Liberty University?

Prepare for a Career

Go from merely surviving in your current job to thriving in the career of your dreams.

Enjoy Flexible Courses

Complete assignments at your own pace, at a time convenient to you within each week.

Access Academic Support

Access our electronic and print resources through the Jerry Falwell Library, writing resources, study aids, and IT support.

Grow in Your Faith

Each of our programs is grounded in biblical principles, and our professors consider teaching to be more than a job – it’s their calling.

Liberty’s online courses give you the ability to choose when and where you study.

Financing Options

Financial Aid

87% of all Liberty students in an online program are awarded financial aid.

Tuition Discounts

Available for military service members, including active duty, reserve, veterans, and their spouses, as well as emergency response personnel.

Corporate Tuition Assistance

Deferred – If your company reimburses you for the cost of your education, you submit your grades to your employer who pays you, and then you pay for your classes.

Other Payment Options are Available

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As a nonprofit university, we have been pioneering distance education since 1985 and offer a unique and proven approach to online education.

Along with our advanced accreditations, we also have been recognized by the following organizations for our excellence in education.

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Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well.