University students and a faculty mentor studying Scripture together in a theological library
Competency-Based Education
Formed in Scripture. Prepared for Service.

Christian Degrees.Rooted in Faith.

Pursue a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree at Kingdom of Life University that reflects what matters to you. Explore Scripture, grow in Christian wisdom, and find a direction for the life you want to live and the people you hope to serve.

“Study to shew thyself approved unto God.”2 Timothy 2:15, KJV
Competency-Based Education
Program-Specific Academic Standards
Serving the Church Worldwide

30K+

Graduates Worldwide

190+

Countries Represented

182

Degree Pathways

3

Degree Levels

Voices of Our Graduates

Reflections on faith, learning, and a life of service.

Portrait of Hannah Mitchell

“Kingdom of Life University helped me connect biblical truth with the practical realities of ministry. The program strengthened both my confidence as a leader and my commitment to serving others with humility and purpose.”

Hannah Mitchell

Master of Arts in Christian Leadership

A ministry leader studying the Bible through Kingdom of Life University

“The gifts he gave were that some would be pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry.”

Ephesians 4:11–12

Faith in everyday life

Grow where life has placed you.

Your family, church, workplace, and community are part of your Christian journey. Connect your studies with the questions you are asking, the people you care about, and the ways you hope to make a difference.

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Scripture

Explore the Old and New Testaments and discover the story of faith that connects them.

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Formation

Make room for prayer, grow in Christian character, and reflect on the person you are becoming.

03

Service

Connect what you learn with the people you care about and the communities you hope to serve.

Explore the learning experience

Our shared foundation

Grow in Faith. Prepare to Serve.

Our teaching is grounded in Holy Scripture and the central convictions of historic Christianity. Bring your questions, explore what Christians believe, and deepen your understanding alongside a shared commitment to faith and service.

Read our Statement of Faith

The university behind the degree

One school, one faculty, one standard.

Every field of study on this page belongs to one School of Theology and Ministry. A single faculty sets the academic standard, a single seal closes each degree, and one permanent record answers any church or employer who asks who stands behind it.

Students walking together past the Kingdom of Life University sign in front of the chapel

One calling, carried into every place its students serve.

Meet the faculty

Find your field of study

82 theological fields, 182 degree pathways.

Explore what draws you: understanding the Bible, caring for others, leading a church, or sharing the gospel. Every field belongs to the School of Theology and Ministry, gathered here into 9 areas of study.

The full catalogAll 82 fields and 182 degree pathways, with every degree level each one offers.View all programs

Your degree, made personal

A degree to mark your journey.

Every completed degree is issued electronically by Kingdom of Life University and carries a permanent verification page that any church, denomination, or employer can open without contacting you.

  • Independently verifiable

    A permanent public page confirms the degree, the field, and the date of conferral.

  • Issued under seal

    Sealed and signed by the President and the Chair of the Board of Trustees.

  • Backed by a credit ledger

    Every credit is recorded against the published degree plan before a degree is issued.

  • Delivered electronically

    Available the moment it is issued, wherever in the world you are.

Kingdom of Life University

Your name and chosen field, bearing the University seal. Your conferred degree is delivered electronically as a lasting record of your achievement.

A clear path forward

Begin with your calling. Move forward with confidence.

Choose a field that matters to you and work toward a degree you can be proud of. A free application and clear award pricing help you understand each step ahead.

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Apply for free

Choose your theological program and submit the single-page application with no application fee.

02

Receive the 2026 Life in Christ Grant

Eligible applicants receive the grant before the one-time program assessment fee is requested.

03

Recognition of demonstrated learning

Competency-Based Ministry Assessment recognizes theological understanding and competencies developed through years of ministry, prior education, and continuing study.

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Graduate and serve

Receive an electronically issued, independently verifiable degree after every academic requirement is fulfilled.

Formed in Scripture. Prepared for Service.

Why Kingdom of Life University

Accessible across borders. Accountable to academic standards.

ICAS Accredited

Rigorous institutional and program-specific academic standards.

30K+ Graduates

A worldwide community of learners and graduates.

190+ Countries

A worldwide university community serving across time zones.

Who studies here

Different beginnings. A shared faith.

You may be taking your first steps in faith, exploring a calling, or building on years of ministry. Find a field that speaks to your interests and the direction you hope to grow.

Pastors already preaching

Seeking fresh biblical insight, confidence in preaching, and wisdom for the people entrusted to their care.

Missionaries in the field

Sharing the gospel across cultures and pursuing a degree while staying close to the communities they serve.

Chaplains and carers

Bringing Christian hope and a listening ear to people facing illness, uncertainty, grief, or isolation.

Lay leaders and elders

Encouraging a small group, helping a local church, or growing into new responsibilities with faith and purpose.

Christian educators

Helping others discover Scripture and finding meaningful ways to pass on the Christian faith.

Christians finding their direction

New to faith, curious to understand more, or exploring how their gifts and interests might become a life of service.

Where our graduates serve

Kingdom of Life University Graduates Serve Churches and Ministries Worldwide

Church volunteers preparing food and welcoming neighbors during a community ministry day
Theological formation carried into faithful service.

Local Churches

Preaching, pastoral care, and congregational leadership

Church Planting

Gathering and establishing new congregations

Global Missions

Intercultural ministry and world Christianity

Chaplaincy

Hospitals, prisons, campuses, and the armed forces

Christian Education

Bible colleges, Christian schools, and discipleship

Parachurch Ministry

Mission agencies, relief work, and compassion ministry

Your next faithful step

Take the next step in your Christian journey.