ADMISSIONS
REQUIREMENTS
(Undergraduate)
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Applicants to the Bachelor of Religious Arts program with a major in Biblical Studies must submit a high school diploma or equivalent credential acceptable to HSECU. Those who completed their studies outside the United States may submit an equivalent high school credential from their country of origin. HSECU may request transcripts, certificates, translations, credential evaluations, or other documentation it deems necessary to determine educational equivalency and readiness for undergraduate studies. Prior study of biblical languages, theology, or biblical studies is not required for admission. Admission does not require religious affiliation or profession of faith.
REQUIREMENTS
(Master's Programs)
Applicants to an HSECU master's program must hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent from an HSECU-recognized institution. Prior academic training in the humanities, social sciences, philology, languages, religious studies, theology, biblical studies, history, archaeology, or related fields is valued but not required. HSECU assesses prior academic background and the capacity for graduate studies and may require preparatory coursework or other academic activities as needed. Preparatory coursework does not count toward the credits required for the degree. Specific language requirements for each program are detailed in the corresponding program description. Admission does not require religious affiliation or profession of faith.
REQUIREMENTS
(Doctorate)
Applicants to the PhD in Religious Philosophy in Biblical Studies must hold a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree from an institution recognized by HSECU. HSECU may consider graduate academic transcripts, research or scholarly work, prior research experience, linguistic proficiency, proposed research interests, and other evidence of the capacity to conduct advanced graduate research. Applicants are expected to possess or develop adequate proficiency in biblical or ancient languages relevant to their desired specialization. Preparatory language or research coursework does not count toward the 60 doctoral credits. Admission does not require religious affiliation or profession of faith.