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Bachelor of Science Religion: Christian Counseling
Offer Hope and Understanding to the Broken with a Religion and Christian Counseling Degree
Do you want to be a part of providing hope and inspiration to broken and lost individuals, couples, and families in their time of need? Through Liberty University’s online undergraduate religion degree with a specialization in Christian counseling, you can learn methods and counseling techniques in order to provide biblically sound guidance and counseling to individuals in need. Through courses on counseling individuals in marriage and family issues, as well as how to effectively work with children in need, you can develop a strong understanding of principles and practices of care.
If you’re looking for a faith-rooted, flexible pathway into Christian counseling, the B.S. in Religion – Christian Counseling from Liberty University offers exactly that. The 100% online program delivers rich, biblically grounded counseling training through convenient 8‑week courses, so you can earn your degree on your schedule. You’ll explore counseling for marriage, family, children, and more – all taught from a compassionate, scriptural perspective.
What Will You Study in Our Christian Counseling Degree?
- Christian counseling for children
- Christian counseling for marriage and family
- Issues in Christian counseling
- Issues in human sexuality
Our professors have experience as clinical psychologists, vocational rehabilitation counselors, clinical counselors, crisis intervention, as well as clinical and administrative counselors. Having a wide range of knowledge and experience available to you can provide you with insight that professors have discovered through their years of practice.
Potential Career Fields for B.S. in Religion – Christian Counseling Graduates
- Administration
- Case management
- Community relations
- Non-licensed Christian counselor
Highlights of the B.S. in Religion Program
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online religion degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no additional cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
- This program allows you to complete your coursework entirely online, giving you the flexibility to balance your studies with work, family, and ministry commitments.
- You can study counseling concepts from a biblical perspective, preparing to approach real-world situations with both professional insight and spiritual care.
- Liberty’s 8-week course format makes it possible to progress through your degree at a steady pace without having to put your life on hold.
Military Benefits for Online Students
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
- Potential college credit for military training
Credit Hours
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Oct 20, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
Bachelor of Science Religion: Christian Counseling
- 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.
Contact Us: (800) 424-9595
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
Contact one of our admissions counselors for more information by calling (800) 424-9595.
An Accredited Private Education Made for You
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.
Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well.