Q. Why should I study Christian ministries?
A. MCUTS provides an opportunity for urban pastors and ministers in our city who have not had the opportunity to access biblical studies at an undergraduate or master’s level. Our vision is to make such education affordable, accessible and relevant to the urban context.
Q. How many credits must be earned to receive an associate degree?
A. 62 hours of credit, which can be completed in 28 months with no prior college credit.
Q. How many credits must be earned to receive a bachelor’s degree?
A. 124 hours of credit, which can be completed in 53 months with no prior college credit.
Q. How much will my degree cost?
A. Classes are $400.50 per credit hour, and $1,201.50 per three-hour course.
Q. How do I transfer credits from another school?
A. Applicants must request transcripts from all previously attended colleges. Download the Transcript Request Form to simplify the process of requesting transcripts. Transfer credit is determined by the registrar on the basis that work must be from a regionally-accredited institution, be college level, and equal a 2.0 average.
Q. How much studying is required outside of the classroom?
A. Students should be prepared to spend several hours outside of class each week in preparation.
Q. How can I get started?
A. Visit our Apply Now page to complete an application for admission. You will begin by submitting an application for admission, requesting transcripts, completing the FAFSA form for financial aid, and speaking with our admissions staff.
Q. When do classes meet?
A. Classes meet just one night a week, either on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday nights. Classes begin as many as six times each year.
Q. Where is MCUTS located?
A. MCUTS is located in the Forum II Building at 1790 Kirby Parkway (at Poplar Avenue), Suite 201.
Q. Is financial aid available?
A. Yes, financial aid is available for those who qualify. Approximately 90 percent of Belhaven students receive financial aid. In order to qualify for this aid, you must complete a FAFSA form. You can do so by visiting FAFSA.gov. Be sure to include Belhaven’s FAFSA code: 002397. Even if you have already completed a FAFSA for the current school year, you must update it to include the Belhaven code in order to receive a financial aid award letter. Please contact Belhaven for more information about available financial aid packages: Belhaven University, Office of Financial Planning, 800-960-5940, studentaid@belhaven.edu.
Q. Is MCUTS/Belhaven University accredited?
A. Belhaven University is accredited through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and is a member of the Coalition of Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU).
