- Choose from the following: BGRK 1010, BGRK 1020, BGRK 2010, BGRK 2020, BHEB 1010,
BHEB 1020, BHEB 2010, BHEB 2020
Program Highlights
3+2 PROGRAM
Complete your bachelor’s degree and your Master’s of Divinity in 5 years.
SPIRITUAL FORMATION
Strengthen your connection to Christ by being mentored in spiritual discipline.
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Discern where God is calling you through local or national internships.
Who is God Calling You to be?
At Roberts, you’ll explore Scripture in new ways while discovering how your faith connects to your calling to serve others. This program will help you grow in your personal faith journey and prepare for leadership in Christian ministry grounded in the Gospel
The 3+2 Program
Start your M.Div. before you graduate
You won't wait until you have your diploma to begin seminary. Your seminary courses count toward your bachelor's too, so you earn both degrees in five years instead of seven and step into ministry two years sooner.
Stage 1 · Years 1 to 3
Build your foundation
Finish your gen eds and your Biblical Studies, Theology or Ministry major. About 90 credits, with no extra electives.
Stage 2 · Head start
Get a jump on seminary
Take 18 seminary credits early. Six courses carry an extra assignment so they also count at graduate level.
Stage 3 · Years 4 and 5
Launch into your M.Div.
Credits 90 through 124 count toward your bachelor's and your M.Div. at once. Graduate with both degrees.
5years to both degrees
2years saved
2degrees, one path
The usual route 7 years
Roberts 3+2 5 years
Talk with an advisor about your credits and your timeline.
Want more information about this major?
Download a program guide with detailed information on the department, major and outcomes!
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I always knew I wanted to attend a Christian college. My professors and mentors invested in me academically, professionally, and personally. Their students are never just another face in the classroom to them. In so many ways, they reflected Jesus.
How Much Will I Pay?
Total Program
Sticker Price for 2026-2027:
$55,781
Last year
100%
of full-time freshmen students who applied
for a scholarship received one
$23,345
average grants & scholarships package
for incoming freshman students last year
Northeastern Seminary at Roberts Wesleyan University
As a Roberts student, you'll have opportunities to connect with faculty who also teach at the graduate level in Northeastern Seminary. That means you can start building graduate relationships while working on your undergraduate.
Our 3+2 program lets you earn a bachelor’s degree and Master of Divinity in just five years, saving time and money.
Roberts' Strategic Pillars
Online, Hybrid, and In-Person Programs In Rochester, NY
ANCHORED IN CHRISTIAN FAITH
You’ll be spiritually prepared for engagement in a diverse world.
CUSTOMIZED EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS
Whatever your interests and circumstances, you’ll be equipped for your one-of-a-kind vocation.
READY TO
LEAD
You’ll be ready to lead, making meaningful contributions in your profession.
FLOURISHING PEOPLE & COMMUNITIES
Empowered to act in local and practical ways, you’ll make a difference in the communities where you live and work.
What Will I Learn?
When you earn your bachelor’s degree in Biblical Studies, you will learn to:
- Interpret difficult biblical texts by understanding their linguistic, literary, and cultural contexts
- Use the biblical languages to understand the meaning of scripture
- Constructively and persuasively debate the message of biblical texts for today’s world
- Deepen your spiritual disciplines while you study the Bible
- Develop leadership and critical thinking skills
Career Outlook
Here are just a few successes our graduates have achieved:
Careers
- Church or Community Ministry
- Pastoral Ministry
- Youth Ministry
- Christian Education
- Community Organization
- Missions
- Chaplaincy
- Worship Leader
Grad Schools
- Northeastern Seminary
- Asbury Theological Seminary
- Princeton Theological Seminary
- Duke Divinity School
- Candler School of Theology at Emory University
- Seattle Pacific Seminary
Minor Options
Minor Requirements
Students wishing to graduate with a minor must complete at least 18 semester hours in a selected
discipline. Specific minor requirements are listed within the departmental sections of this catalog. In
order to earn a minor when some of the coursework is also required by their major, students must take
at least nine hours unique to the minor. In order for a transfer student to earn a minor offered by Roberts, the student must earn at least nine hours at Roberts.
Follow Your Calling At Summer Camp
Experience what it feels like to be a Roberts Wesleyan Redhawk! Spend up to two weeks on campus when you participate in one of our overnight Academic Summer Camps.
In addition to hands-on experiences in your field of choice, you'll also go on fun outings in Rochester, NY. Scholarships may be available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are bible studies classes like?
As a Biblical Studies major, you will take classes in interpreting biblical texts from both the Old and New Testaments. You’ll study biblical languages to aid your interpretation. Overall, you’ll connect your love of God with rigorous study of God’s word.
What jobs can you get with a biblical studies degree?
- Pastoral Ministry
- Missionary
- Ministry Director
- Chaplain
- Social Worker
- Christian Educator
- Community Organizer
- Worship Leader
Can I meet with a Biblical Studies professor when I visit Roberts?
Yes! If you come to campus for an individual visit, you can meet with a professor to get an overview of the major and your questions answered. Our Discovery Day events typically include a Faculty & Services Expo, where you can meet your future professors.
Does Roberts Wesleyan University offer financial aid?
Yes! At Roberts, we’re dedicated to supporting you. Our Office of Student Financial Services is here to help you make the most of every financial aid opportunity available.
We provide financial assistance to 100% of our undergraduate students, so you can focus on following your calling with confidence.
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