Ph.D Programs

All Ph.D prrograms consist of 32 credit hours of class work and a 30,000 word thesis.

The classes are the same as listed in the Doctorate program corresponding to that major.

A maximum of 16 credit hours can be transferred into the Ph.D programs from outside schools.

Any student holding a doctoral degree from SBCS can simply complete a thesis to earn their Ph.D. (a 1 year time limit applies) any student holding a Doctoral degree from SBCS for more than a year will be evaluated upon enrollment

Doctorate of Philosophy  In Ministry

Prerequisite: MA in Ministry and a minimum of 8 years in ministry.

Requirements:

1. Complete the DMIN program
2. 30,000 word thesis on an approved subject.
3. You are required to complete one course in either Greek or Hebrew.

Doctorate of Philosophy In Theology

Prerequisite: MA in Theology and a minimum of 8 years in ministry.

Requirements:

1. Complete the DTH program
2. 30,000 word thesis on an approved subject.
3. You are required to complete one course in either Greek or Hebrew.

Doctorate of Philosophy  In Christian Education

Prerequisite: MA in Christian Education and a minimum of 8 years in ministry.

Requirements:

1. Complete the DCE program
2. 30,000 word thesis on an approved subject.
3. You are required to complete one course in either Greek or Hebrew.

Doctorate of Philosophy  In Christian Counseling

Prerequisite: MA in Christian Counseling Psychology and a minimum of 8 years in ministry.

Requirements:

1. Complete the DCCP program
2. 30,000 word thesis on an approved subject.
3. You are required to complete one course in either Greek or Hebrew