Explore Bridge to Ministry Pathway
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The Bridge to Ministry Pathway program is a planned, combined 3+2 undergraduate and graduate pathway for incoming students who want to pursue a career in ministry. Students will receive both a BA in a ministry related field and a Master of Arts in Christian Ministry in just 5 years or less! That knocks 2 years off the traditional degree pathway!
In addition, program participants receive individualized mentoring, practical ministry training, a close-knit cohort learning model, and a $1,500 scholarship each year they maintain good standing in the program.
Qualifications
- Have interest in pursuing a career in ministry.
- Enroll in an approved bachelor’s degree program at Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ in a related field. Eligible programs include:
- Christian Ministry and Leadership, B.A.
- Music and Worship Ministry, B.A.
- Other degree programs with a Minor in Christian Ministry.
- Agree to and meet the Bridge to Ministry program requirements.
- Priority consideration is given to new first-time freshmen. However, transfer applicants are encouraged to apply as there are some transfer slots available.
Pathway Requirements (Upon Selection)
- Regular, individualized meetings with program director and mentor.
- Participation in Faith, Works, and Economics (FWE) co-curricular events.
- Maintain good academic standing (2.0 cumulative GPA/3.0 program GPA during undergraduate study, 2.5 GPA during graduate study).
- Specific grades in certain courses are required (see catalog for details).
- Commit to taking courses at the pace and recommendation of the program mentor. This includes possible summer courses or taking a course over the full-time load.
- Apply and be admitted to Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Biblical Seminary during the final semester of undergraduate study. Students participating in the Bridge to Ministry program receive priority consideration for admission to Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Biblical Seminary along with a waived application fee.
- Other requirements as established in the university catalog.
Application Steps
- Apply and be admitted to an eligible ministry program at Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ by the established deadlines.
- Submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid by the recommended deadlines.
- Submit the Bridge to Ministry Program application by the posted deadline.
- For more information, contact Darren Duerksen (Darren.Duerksen@fresno.edu; 559-453-2265), Program Director or Chelsea Weber (Chelsea.Weber@fresno.edu; 559-453-2271), Program Specialist.
Deadline to Apply
All steps must be completed prior to the deadline to be considered.
Priority Deadline for Fall: August 1st (1 month before your term of entry begins)
Note: While this is the priority deadline, please submit your application as soon as possible to guarantee early placement in the program as spots are limited.