PBU Graduate Program - Information Desk

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Degrees/Programs:
M.S. in Bible
Master of Divinity
M.S. in Christian Counseling
M.S. in Ed. Leadership & Administration
M.S. in Teacher Education
M.S. in Organizational Leadership
Doctor of Ministry (DTS ext. program)

Information Desk

students Philadelphia Biblical University is a regionally accredited institution that offers Master's degrees for adult learners. Our six graduate degrees draw students from throughout the United States and around the world. They come not only because of the unique and diverse academic program offerings, but for the creative class scheduling and course rostering. Students are often able to complete their graduate degree without having to leave their current ministries or professions.

Our service to graduate students is complimented by our Enrollment Counselors who provide the personal attention that is often needed to navigate the new world of higher education. Students are provided with caring assistance from application to graduation.

2 Students PBU's graduate faculty are known for their personal academic preparation to teach at this level and their service as practitioners in their own disciplines. They bring a freshness to the classroom that makes learning a meaningful experience.

In addition, full-time and adjunct faculty are practitioners in their fields. This allows students to benefit from their experience and in-depth knowledge of the issues they are passionate about.

At PBU the goals of our Graduate Programs are...

To be Christ-Centered in all we do
To balance our professionalism with congeniality
To be student-centered
To foster academic integrity and excellence
To develop and manage efficient systems that serve the student
To carry on in the evaluation of our effectiveness in all we do
To strive for interpersonal integrity in all relationships
To be responsive to ways of accomplishing our mission statement.

We encourage you to browse our site. If you have questions about how we can tailor a degree for you, please call us at 800.572.2472 or e-mail us now at graduate@pbu.edu.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:What programs do you offer?	A:Currently we offer six masters degrees: Bible, Master of Divinity, Christian Counseling, Teacher Education, Educational Leadership and Administration and Organizational Leadership.
Q:How flexible are your programs?	A:All of PBU's graduate programs are targeted towards the adult learner. We offer a wide array of creative course blocks to accommodate today's graduate student. Students can take a three-hour course one night per week for fourteen weeks or they may also take a course for four hours one night per week for only seven weeks. We also offer a variety of accelerated course modules, such as weekend courses, one-week courses and courses available at area conventions/conferences. This allows you to maintain your current lifestyle while pursuing your degree at PBU. Give us a call to see if we can arrange a schedule that meets your needs.
Q:Do I have to live in the Philadelphia area?	A:No. The flexible scheduling allows you to live anywhere in the world while accomplishing your academic goals.
Q:How long does it take to complete a masters degree?	A:The master's degrees at PBU are self-paced. You can design your program as it fits into your schedule. Average times of completion vary from program to program.
Q:Are you accredited?	A:Philadelphia Biblical University is accredited by numerous accrediting bodies. For details, please refer to the accreditation page.
Q:What is your tuition cost per credit?	A:Please visit our Admissions and Financial Aid page for all financial information.
Q:Is there financial aid available?	A:Please visit our Admissions and Financial Aid page for all financial information.
Q:What is an Enrollment Counselor?	A:For complete information about the services provided by our Enrollment Counselors, please, visit our Student Services page.
Q:How do I receive announcements or find out what is happening around campus?	A:PBU offers several different e-mail mailing lists for you to subscribe to. Each graduate program has its own mailing list. Visit our mailing list page for comprehensive information.

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