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Choose From a Variety of Degrees and Concentrations
Explore CCU's accredited online bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs.
Bachelor of Science in Business
This
degree can make an impact on your career, enabling you to pursue a wide
range of careers. Focus areas include: business management, project
management, ethics and international considerations, and real-world
learning experience.
Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology
Provides
you with a comprehensive understanding of the foundational theories of
human nature, explored from a Christian worldview. Challenges you to
integrate faith and the study of human behavior in a scholarly
environment.
Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education (Licensure)
Provides
a challenging, theory-based and application-oriented approach to
education. Students acquire knowledge, develop skills and demonstrate
competencies necessary to teach effectively in public and private
schools.
Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Technology - Networking
Combines
networking with programming and databases to provide you with a
holistic approach to computer information technology. Will challenge you
academically and intellectually with hands-on experimentation in
networking and networking design.
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
Provides
you with the training necessary for an understanding of the field and
equip you to pursue a career path in criminal justice, and a strong
foundation of theoretical knowledge and practical application.
Bachelor of Arts in Applied Apologetics - Cultural Engagement
Cultural Engagement provides you with the tools you need to faithfully articulate the gospel with grace and truth while addressing key cultural issues. Cultural Engagement is a critical skill for evangelism and apologetics.
Bachelor of Arts in Applied Apologetics - Global Apologetics
Helps you communicate the truth of the gospel to those caught up in non-Christian and pseudo-Christian belief systems. Prepares you to defend your faith to a wide range of individuals in a practical way.
Bachelor of Arts in Applied Apologetics - Innovative Evangelism
Will nourish your passion for outreach and help you develop strategic and creative approaches for sharing the gospel. The church needs to be intentional and equipped to witness to a world of growing apathy, skepticism, and alternative worldviews.
Bachelor of Arts in Applied Apologetics - Practical Apologetics
Will help you learn how to defend the truth of Christianity using evidence drawn from science, history, philosophy, archaeology, the Bible, and religious experience. Practical Apologetics will deepen your confidence in the truth of the gospel.
Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies
This program will guide you through the major theological themes in the Bible including: Creation, Sin, Reconciliation and Hope. The online biblical studies degree gives you the flexibility of completing assignments on your schedule.
Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry
Equips you with a foundational understanding of Scripture and how to apply it well to ministry situations. The 100% online Christian ministry degree gives you the flexibility of completing assignments on your schedule.
Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies
This degree provides you with an excellent knowledge of communication theory and practical application. You’ll develop an understanding of interpersonal, group, and organizational communication.
Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education (Non-Licensure)
Graduates may teach in a pre-kindergarten through third grade in schools that do not require a license. These include some public charter schools, private schools, and international schools.
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education (Licensure)
Designed for adult students nationwide and abroad who wish to obtain a BA and a teaching license that allows them to teach kindergarten through sixth grade in public, international, private, and public charter schools.
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education (Non-Licensure)
Designed for adult students nationwide and abroad who wish to become early childhood teachers and obtain a Bachelor of Arts degree without licensure. Graduates may teach Kindergarten to sixth grade in schools that do not require licensure.
Bachelor of Arts in Special Education - K-12 Generalist (Licensure)
Created for adult students who wish to obtain a Bachelor of Arts degree and a license that allows them to teach special education in a kindergarten through twelfth-grade setting.
Bachelor of Arts in Special Education - K-12 Generalist (Non-Licensure)
Designed for adult students who wish to obtain a Bachelor of Arts degree without a license since they do not plan to teach immediately. Student teaching is not required for this degree although students are required to complete field experiences.
Bachelor of Science in Accountancy
Gain knowledge in business & economics, and receive training in a variety of specialized accounting fields including tax accounting, accounting for nonprofit and government organizations, and accounting systems.
Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology - Biblical Studies
Includes human development, personal and social interactions, and behavioral patterns, as well as four graduate-level courses in biblical studies. The biblical studies graduate courses count toward the BS in Applied Psychology degree requirements.
Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology - Clinical Counseling
This degree provides five graduate-level courses (12 credit hours) specific to clinical counseling, and includes human development, personal and social interactions, and behavioral patterns.
Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology - Criminal Justice
Explores human development, personal and social interactions, and behavioral patterns. Psychological principles and reflection on real life experiences of self and others helps students grow personally, spiritually.
Bachelor of Science in Business - Entrepreneurship
Focuses on "entrepreneurship as mission," whether that is incorporating an entrepreneurial mindset at your current company, or achieving growth for sustainability in your entrepreneurial venture.
Bachelor of Science in Business - International Business
Consider this emphasis if you're interested in going into international professions in marketing, human resources, management, communications, trade finance, businesses development, or missions.
Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Technology - Database Management
Explores the design, development, and administration of both standard and unique databases. Also includes computer programming; software and application design; network systems analysis, design, and management; and computer information security.
Bachelor of Science in Economics
Provides a strong quantitative foundation to go into many fields, such as law, management, international relations, public administration, healthcare and analytics, and emphasizes economic development.
Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration
Equips you with an excellent understanding of healthcare and crucial practical skills to lead others. You'll also become adept at leading and managing others, because healthcare is, at its core, about people.
Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management
The program focus for this degree includes: training and development; workforce planning; labor and employment law; compensation; performance management; and compensation and benefits.
Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Management
Combines a holistic Christ-centered approach with technology & management to provide students with the knowledge, skills and tools needed to successfully build and support today's information systems driven organizations.
Bachelor of Science in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Learn the processes of physical distribution & supply in domestic and international settings, including purchasing and inbound logistics; warehousing; inventory and financial controls; and negotiations & quality control.
Bachelor of Science in Marketing and Sales
Develop marketing skills, including creating advertising campaigns, analyzing consumer behavior, and conducting marketing research studies. Gain skills in both marketing and sales, providing you with vital skills necessary to grow companies.
Bachelor of Science in Nonprofit Management
The management and funding structures of the nonprofit sector offer unique challenges. This degree will provide you with the broad-based knowledge needed to increase effectiveness and bring sustainability to nonprofit organizations.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - RN to BSN
Provides the nursing theory, sciences, humanities, and behavioral science preparation necessary for the full scope of professional nursing responsibilities, as well as the knowledge necessary for continuing to advanced education.
Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management - Christian Leadership
This degree is designed to equip those involved in church or parachurch ministries. Students gain a foundation of knowledge relating to the health and growth of church, parachurch, and business organizations.
Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management - Enterprise Agility
Designed to train students in all major aspects of managing high level projects, including strategic management, organizational leadership, and project-based teamwork utilizing Agile concepts.
Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management - Project Management
These programs use the PMBOK® Guide (A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge) curriculum published by PMI, while also integrating biblical principles and the mission and vision of CCU.
Master of Arts in Applied Apologetics - Cultural Engagement
Will equip you to analyze, evaluate and create new ways to faithfully share the gospel. Attention will be given to current trends, challenges, and elements in contemporary culture, with a view to defending the gospel with grace and truth.
Master of Arts in Applied Apologetics - Global Apologetics
Prepares you to engage major world religions, using the truth of the gospel to challenge non-Christian and pseudoChristian belief systems. Articulate the distinctions between opposing views and advance a gracious defense of the Christian faith.
Master of Arts in Applied Apologetics - Innovative Evangelism
Harness the passion you have for apologetics and develops strategic and creative approaches for spreading the gospel. This will help you advance and evolve as a leader with a strategy to pursue the mission of the church.
Master of Arts in Applied Apologetics - Practical Apologetics
You will analyze, evaluate and create persuasive arguments using a variety of practical, apologetic approaches to communicate evidence for the Christian worldview and the message of the cross.
Master of Arts in Biblical Studies
Provides academic training and practical leadership skills for those who have diverse callings and are interested in an integrative biblical studies education grounded in the truth of the Scriptures.
Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
The combination of online and residential training seeks to optimize counselor competency through rigorous academic clinical training, mentoring relationships, community engagement, and spiritual integration.
Master of Arts in Curriculum & Instruction
This is a graduate degree for preschool, elementary, middle level, secondary teachers and college instructors, as well as those who desire to be curriculum developers, corporate trainers and adult educators.
Master of Arts in Curriculum & Instruction - Alternative Licensing
Students will take professional core requirements (18 credit hours) and 15 credit hours for the Alternative Licensing Emphasis. An additional three elective credit hours are required to complete the MACI degree.
Master of Arts in Curriculum & Instruction - Biblical Studies
This emphasis is a program option for a master's in Curriculum and Instruction. Students will take professional core requirements (18 credit hours) and 18 credit hours of biblical learning.
Master of Arts in Curriculum & Instruction - Culturally & Linguistically Diverse
Students will take the professional core requirements (18 credit hours) and 18 credit hours of CLD coursework. Upon completion of the CLD emphasis, candidates are eligible for a TESOL certificate.
Master of Arts in Executive Leadership in Christian Ministry
Do you feel called to be an executive pastor or nonprofit leader? Do you work in para-church ministry or serve as a senior pastor of a smaller church? This degree can help you develop the skills necessary to be a more effective administrator.
Master of Arts in Theological Studies
Prepares you for Christian ministry with knowledge and skills that will strengthen your biblical understanding from a theological perspective. May also appeal to you if you desire personal enrichment and a deeper understanding of God's Word.
Master of Business Administration - Advanced Accounting
Combines the Christian worldview and business administration background with accounting ethics, accounting research, advanced auditing (accounting information systems within a forensic framework) and advanced tax accounting.
Master of Business Administration - Enterprise Agility
Integrates agility concepts with the knowledge, skills, and processes necessary to attain organizational objectives related to strategic management, project-based teamwork, risk reduction, and risk management.
Master of Business Administration - Healthcare Administration
Seeks to give students a sense of leadership in the healthcare field by providing excellent education, small class sizes, and specialized training. Students will also learn to consider the spirituality of healthcare and its applications.
Master of Business Administration - Leadership
Develop knowledge and skills in financial responsibility and control, markets and promotional strategy, problem-solving and decision-making, human resource management, international business, and research skills.
Master of Business Administration - Project Management
If you choose the project management emphasis, you’ll gain strategic thinking skills, effective tools, and an ethical framework to lead large-scale projects, optimize teamwork, and reduce and manage risks.
Master of Education in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education
A comprehensive graduate program for current and aspiring educators and school professionals who are seeking skills to teach English language learners, both in the United States and around the world.
Master of Education in Educational Leadership
This degree was designed to address many of the issues faced by educators in the public and private sectors alike. The primary aim of the educational leadership curriculum is to provide a tangible framework of leadership skills.
Master of Education in Educational Leadership - Principal Licensure
Designed to address many of the issues faced by educators in the public and private sectors alike. Provides a tangible framework of leadership skills that prepare program participants for the challenges faced by current school administrators.
Master of Education in Special Education (Licensure)
Develop abilities to integrate complex data from educational theory, practice, applied research, and critical thinking skills needed to discern emerging issues in the field of Special Education.
Master of Education in Special Education (Non-Licensure)
The non-licensure track is for candidates who already have a teaching license and are seeking a Generalist Endorsement or for those who merely wish to have a Master of Education in Special Education degree.
Master of Education in Special Education - Alternative Licensing
For this program emphasis, CCU is authorized by the Colorado Department of Education to offer a one-year program for non-licensed teachers who are teaching in a Colorado public or private school.
Master of Education in Special Education - Special Education Generalist
Students who complete this Generalist Endorsement track will be eligible to receive a Special Education Endorsement on their Colorado teaching license but will not earn a full master’s degree.
Master of Organizational Leadership
In this program you will focus on applying leadership principles to real-world social problems, such as environmental issues, immigration, healthcare, genetic engineering, human rights, and more.
Master of Public Administration
This program is unique in its emphasis to train Christ-centered men and women with a interest in public service to take places of leadership as confident, courageous, ethical, and effective leaders.
Master of Science in Accounting
Learn accounting ethics, accounting research, advanced auditing (accounting information systems systematically examined using a forensic framework), and advanced tax accounting.
Master of Science in Criminal Justice
Develop the competencies necessary to be a successful criminal justice professional, as well as the character and courage of moral conviction to be a force for good based upon a Christian worldview.
Master of Science in Cyber Security
Equips you with the required technical skills and business knowledge to protect yourself, your business, or your organization’s key assets whether offline or online. Courses focus on the skills employers want keep their organizations secure.
Master of Science in Economics
This degree equips graduates with the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to lead in a global environment, whether working in business, government, or the nonprofit sector.
Master of Science in Human Resource Management
This program focuses on the methodologies and practices which are proven to secure and maintain a workforce which will maximize efficiency in functionality and operational effectiveness.
Master of Science in Nursing - Clinical Care Management in Adult and Geriatric
This emphasis prepares nurses to work in diverse settings as a clinician, consultant, and coordinator of healthcare for adult and geriatric populations, emphasizing clinical prevention and improved health outcomes.
Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing Education
This program emphasizes faith and learning while integrating holistic teaching methods, instructional design, Christian principles, teaching/learning principles, staff development strategies, student/nurse assessment, and program evaluation.
Doctor of Nursing Practice in Visionary Leadership
The doctoral program provides development of advanced competencies for increasingly complex practice and enhanced leadership to strengthen healthcare delivery.
Discover a Better Way to Go Back to School
If you are interested in beginning or completing your degree, CCU Online offers a variety of flexible education opportunities.
Colorado Christian University is unique because it:
- Integrates faith and learning in every course.
- Offers a variety of bachelor's and master's degree program options.
- Offers courses one at a time in five-week blocks, which offers flexibility for the working adult with a family.
- Teaches vital skills from faculty with real-world experience.
- Offers a generous transfer-credit policy, in addition to accepting credit for life experience.
Accreditations, Endorsements and Memberships
Colorado Christian University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
