Answer God’s call on your life, no matter where you are. 

If you feel a calling to help others while spreading the word of God, then an online program for an associate or bachelor's degree in missions and ministry might be the right fit for you. As a student in University of the Cumberlands’ online missions and ministry degree program, you’ll gain an understanding of biblical literature, history, theology, and ethics to help you apply the Christian faith to daily life in word and deed. This degree in missionary studies will also help you develop the skills needed to engage in effective Christian missions and ministry in the 21st century. 

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Programs & Requirements

Programs & Requirements

* The credit hours listed on this page only reference the specific program requirements and is not reflective of the total hours necessary to receive your degree. Cumberlands requires all students obtain a minimum of 60 hours for an associate’s degree and a total of 120 hours for a bachelor’s degree. Transfer and prior learning credits may be counted toward those totals.

To learn more about our General Education Requirements, please visit the page referenced below or explore our Academic Catalog

General Education Requirements

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Mission & Goals

The mission of the University of the Cumberlands Department of Missions and Ministry is to provide students with the best possible training for missions and ministry work.

Boldly share the Gospel with others. 
Enroll in seminary. 
Teach others about God, scripture, and Biblical doctrine. 
Embody practical Godly living and help create a healthy church culture. 
Pursue God’s call on your life wisely, flexibly, and with unshakeable faith. 
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Missions & Ministry Careers & Outcomes

All stats from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Pastor : $60,180

Pastor : $60,180

A pastor “shepherds his flock” by studying and teaching scripture, casting vision for the church, cooperating with church leadership, praying for and serving the congregation, and assisting with tasks as they arise. 

Worship Minister: $42,950 

Worship Minister: $42,950 

Truly, our lives are meant to be continuous worship. But a talented, God-honoring musician is crucial to develop and lead worship during church services and events. 

International Missionary: $60,050 

International Missionary: $60,050 

Ministers and evangelizes in different countries around the world in a variety of ways – whatever God calls you to do, wherever He tells you to do it. 

Church Planter: $42,950 

Church Planter: $42,950 

Helps build and organize churches. A compassionate heart, bold evangelism, and a firm foundation of Scripture, especially as it relates to creating a healthy church culture, is vital for church planters. 

Director of Religious Activities and Education: $46,980 annually  

Director of Religious Activities and Education: $46,980 annually  

Creates ministry programs, provides counseling and guidance, and teaches Bible studies and classes, among other tasks. 

Religious Studies Professor: $87,100 

Religious Studies Professor: $87,100 

To inform others, you must first be informed. A religious studies professor teaches students about various foundational topics related to religion. 

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Common Questions

Pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree in biblical studies online gives you the flexibility to pursue an accredited online religion degree while opening the door to any number of career roles with a host of service-oriented ministry programs. After graduating from your ministry degree online program, you’ll have the skills you need to serve through potential careers such as: 

  • Children’s Minister 
  • Worship Minister 
  • Youth Minister 
  • Professional Missionary 
  • And more!

The world is filled with opportunities to serve God’s will, from serving in local churches to providing leadership within a Christian ministry school. Online programs, especially the ones from accredited faith-based organizations, can help prepare you for roles. 

Classes in your missionary degree program include, but are not limited to, Church History Introduction, Exploring the New Testament, Interpreting the Bible, Psychology of Religions, Christian Theology Introduction, Exploring World Religions and Developing Spiritual Life. Courses are designed to give the student a strong view of the applicable areas a missions and ministry online degree can be used. 

You should contact the Office of the Registrar and/or the Department of Missions and Ministry if you have questions about the curriculum in this program.

Note: The Department is NOT the same as the Office of Campus Ministries. The Office is in charge of hosting campus ministry events and does not handle any coursework required for the academic program. The Department handles the academic classes.

Check out our Faith in Action magazine on our website! The articles are just a glimpse at the many ways students at Cumberlands are putting their Christian faith into action, both on campus and in the community. 

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Faculty Experts in Ministry

See the faces behind the screens. This is your chance to learn more about your future ministry professors!

Dr. Joshua Hutchens

Dr. Joshua Hutchens

Adjunct Professor
Missions & Ministries

Dr. Joshua Hutchens

Contact Information

joshua.hutchens [at] ucumberlands.edu
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Dr. Kirby Clark

Dr. Kirby Clark

Adjunct Professor
Missions & Ministries

Dr. Kirby Clark

Contact Information

kirby.clark [at] ucumberlands.edu
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Ray Umphrey

Dr. Ray Umphrey

Adjunct Professor
Missions & Ministries
Christian Studies

Dr. Ray Umphrey

Contact Information

ray.umphrey [at] ucumberlands.edu
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