AA - Theological Studies
This program is currently only offered in Spanish.
The Associate of Arts degree with a major in Theological Studies (ATS) program is 63 semester hours.
The curriculum will be completed in the order established by Indiana Wesleyan University. Indiana Wesleyan University reserves the right to modify the curriculum as necessary.
Students who graduate with this degree will demonstrate a basic knowledge of Theology, the Bible, principles of biblical interpretation, and ministry. They will also be able to demonstrate application of the biblical truth in their lives and work or ministry. Students will develop a biblical, Christian worldview based upon a foundation of biblical and general studies, form a global vision of the mission of the church, and strengthen their commitment to take the Gospel to this needy world and contribute to the edification of believers in Jesus Christ. (This degree is equivalent to the Associate of Arts degree in the nomenclature of the United States).
Admission Requirements
The admission requirements for the associate degree programs are as follows:
- Proof of standard high school diploma, GED certification, or their international equivalent.
- Official transcripts from all previous college or university studies at regionally accredited colleges or universities or at an institution accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education or their international equivalent.
- A letter of recommendation from the student’s pastor or a Christian leader who gives testimony to a solid commitment to Jesus Christ as personal Lord and Savior.
- A copy of official photo ID.
- A three-to-four page autobiography and statement of ministry purpose demonstrating written language proficiency appropriate to the program’s language.
Graduation Requirements
To graduate with an associate degree the following requirements must be met:
- Completion of the core requirements.
- Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
- A minimum of 30 graded credits must be earned from Indiana Wesleyan University.
- A minimum of "C" (2.0) must be achieved in SPA-140 and SPA-141. Failure to achieve a "C" in either any of these courses will require repeating the course until a "C" or better is achieved. (The "repeated courses" policy as found in the Academic Information section does not apply in this case.)
- Payment of all tuition and fees are required in order to receive a diploma.
Theological Studies (AA) - Program of Study
Required Courses
SPA-140, SPA-141, and MAT-109 must be passed with "C" or higher.
| SPA-140 | Spanish Grammar and Composition I | 3 |
| SPA-141 | Spanish Grammar and Composition II | 3 |
| HST-186 | History of the Reformation | 3 |
| PSY-151 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| PHL-181 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3 |
| GRE-201 | Beginning Greek I | 3 |
| BIL-112 | Introduction to New Testament | 3 |
| MAT-109 | Foundations of College Math | 3 |
| LIT-242 | Literature and Ideas | 3 |
| BIO-203 | Environmental Conservation | 3 |
| BIL-109 | Introduction to the Bible | 3 |
| BIL-111 | Introduction to Old Testament | 3 |
| BIL-200 | Hermeneutics | 3 |
| THE-201 | Survey of Biblical Doctrine | 3 |
| THE-231 | Doctrine of Scripture and Doctrine of God | 3 |
| THE-235 | Doctrine of Man and Doctrine of Christ | 3 |
| THE-238 | Doctrine of Salvation: Soteriology | 3 |
| MIN-111 | Principles of Teaching the Bible | 3 |
| MIN-268 | Introduction to Church Leadership and Administration | 3 |
| MIN-270 | Evangelism and Discipleship | 3 |
PHL-286
| Ethics and Morality | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 63 |
