Get your education in biblical studies at Calvary College.
Calvary College offers on-site courses at the Calvary Church Osuna campus. Classes are scheduled to allow students to work and remain committed to church and family while pursuing a biblical education. This is ideal for students who prefer a classroom setting.
Calvary College offers online classes, which must each be completed within sixteen weeks. This is ideal for students who prefer directed self-study with the flexibility of online classes.
All BA-level Bible classes are three units.
All MA-level Bible classes are four units.
Calvary College and Calvary Chapel University (CCU) have formed a partnership that provides the opportunity for individuals to take their life’s purpose to a whole new level with a degree in biblical studies. This combination of online and on-site classes trains students to study the Bible academically, think about it critically, and serve God practically. Online classes can be taken anytime.
CCU offers accredited degrees, dual credit for high school, and life credit for applicants. Financial aid is available and transfer credits are accepted for most Calvary College classes.
Our continued partnership with Veritas International University (VIU) allows students to take classes 100 percent online while pursuing a degree.
VIU offers accredited bible degrees and certifications. Veteran benefits are available.
Skip Heitzig is the president and CEO of Calvary College.
Nelson Walker is the dean at Calvary College.
Brian Nixon is the chief academic officer of Calvary College.
Luke Betzner is the registrar for Calvary College.
Calvary College students will study the text of the Bible, learning the art and science of biblical exposition while reading and reflecting on the Bible as God’s specific revelation to humanity, the truth of God made manifest in written form.
Students will be instructed to examine and interpret the Bible according to its historical-grammatical context, as well as learn biblical doctrines pertaining to life and godliness.
Through the practical application of preaching and communication, students will learn biblical study preparation, preaching, and teaching techniques.
Classes are offered Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday with evening sessions from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. Sign up for the one that best works with your busy lifestyle.
Calvary College on-site and online classes are not accredited, but upon completion they are covered by accreditation when transferred to CCU. CCU offers accredited BA and MA degrees. VIU offers BA through doctorate degrees.
Submit a completed application and a $75 application fee no later than August 8, 2022 to secure enrollment for the Fall 2022 academic semester. A background check is required for all students age eighteen and older attending on-site classes.
Theology II covers six areas of theology. These are examined according to their historical development and compared to the nuanced distinctions of the major theological systems. 1. The doctrine of man (Anthropology) 2. The doctrine of sin (Hamartiology) 3. The of salvation (Soteriology) 4. The doctrine of the church (Ecclesiology) 5. The doctrine of end times/last things (Eschatology).
This course will examine the history of the church from the Protestant Reformation to the present. While examining the timeline, this course will survey the history of the church from multiple perspectives: Geo-Political, Philosophical, Educational, Chronological, and Theological.
New Testament Survey will examine the historical background, cultural context, and theological contribution of the Gospels, Acts, the epistles, and Revelation within God’s progressive revelation. It provides an introduction to the timelines, authorship, contents, and main themes of each New Testament book.
Spiritual Foundations is a one semester course which covers twelve foundational facets of a Christian’s Spiritual Life and Personal Growth. It seeks to, in a scholarly manner, carefully examine these twelve facets and their respective sub-components from multiple perspectives: Biblical, Theological, Historical, and Denominational.
This is a foundational course on how to become a more dynamic and effective witness for Jesus Christ. The course provides instruction on the commission of Christ, the surrendered life, biographical examples, how to utilize one's personal testimony, and how to personally lead someone to Christ from start to finish. Additionally, practical training is central to the focus of this course, up to and including personally engaging our community with the gospel message.
This course will examine the historical background, cultural context, and theological contribution of each Old Testament book. It provides an introduction to the authorship, contents, and major themes of each Old Testament book.
This course will examine the historical background, cultural context, and theological contribution of the Gospels, Acts, the Epistles, and Revelation.
Genesis: The book of beginnings. Genesis is also the first book of Theism. This first book penned by Moses is filled with history and miracles. This course will explore exegesis, apologetics, prolegomena, and foundational theology.
This course will examine the historical background, cultural context, as well as the overall theological contribution of Daniel to God’s progressive revelation. Special attention will be given to the prophetic content of Daniel and its eschatological timelines.
This course will examine the “bridge” gospel between the Old and New Testaments with an overview of the fulfilled Old Testament prophecies, historical background, cultural context, as well as Matthew's overall theological contribution to the New Testament within God’s progressive revelation. Special attention will be given to Matthew's emphasis on Jesus, the predicted Messiah.
The book of John presents a unique, up close and personal look at the life of Christ, focusing on Jesus as God Incarnate. This course is the first of a two-part, thorough study of each of John's 879 verses. Included in this study are eyewitness accounts of Christ's ministry, His death, His resurrection, and the abundant life found only in His name.
In the final part of this two-part study the themes from the previous course are continued, namely, a focus on Jesus as God Incarnate as well as eyewitness accounts of Christ's ministry, His death, His resurrection, and the abundant life found only in His name.
This course will examine the historical background, cultural context, and the overall theological contribution of the book of Romans to the New Testament within God’s progressive revelation. This course also provides an introduction to the timelines, authorship, contents and main themes of one of Paul's most-loved epistles.
This course will examine the historical background, cultural context, and the overall theological contribution of Revelation to the New Testament within God's progressive revelation. This course utilizes a literal, dispensational, hermeneutic as it provides an introduction to the timelines, authorship, contents, and main themes of this book.
Theology I covers primary categories of theology according to their historical development and engages in nuanced distinction within the major theological systems: Theology Proper, Bibliology, Trinitarianism, Christology, Pneumatology, and Angelology.
Theology II covers six areas of theology according to their historical development and engages in nuanced distinction within the major theological systems: Anthropology, Hamartiology, Soteriology, Ecclesiology, and Eschatology.
This Master's level course will examine the historical background, cultural context, and theological contribution of each Old Testament book. It provides an introduction to the authorship, contents, and major themes of each Old Testament book.
This Master's level course is the first of a two-part, in depth study of Matthew through Acts. This course will examine the historical background, cultural context, and theological contribution of the Gospels and Acts. It provides an introduction to the timelines, authorship, contents and main themes of each included New Testament writing.
This Master's level course is the final part of a two-part, in depth study of the New Testament. This course will examine the historical background, cultural context, and theological contribution of Romans through Revelation. It provides an introduction to the timelines, authorship, contents, and main themes of each included New Testament writing.
Genesis: The book of beginnings. Genesis is also the first book of Theism. This first book penned by Moses is filled with history and miracles. This Master's level course will explore exegesis, apologetics, prolegomena, and foundational theology.
This Master's level course will examine the historical background, cultural context, as well as the overall theological contribution of Daniel to God’s progressive revelation. Special attention will be given to the prophetic content of Daniel and its eschatological timelines.
This Master's level course will examine the “bridge” gospel between the Old and New Testaments with an overview of the fulfilled Old Testament prophecies, historical background, cultural context, as well as Matthew's overall theological contribution to the New Testament within God’s progressive revelation. Special attention will be given to Matthew's emphasis on Jesus, the predicted Messiah.
The book of John presents a unique, up close and personal look at the life of Christ, focusing on Jesus as God Incarnate. This Master's level course is the first of a two-part, thorough study of each of John's 879 verses. Included in this study are eyewitness accounts of Christ's ministry, His death, His resurrection, and the abundant life found only in His name.
In the final part of this Master's level, two-part study the themes from the previous course are continued, namely, a focus on Jesus as God Incarnate as well as eyewitness accounts of Christ's ministry, His death, His resurrection, and the abundant life found only in His name.
This Master's level course will examine the historical background, cultural context, and the overall theological contribution of the book of Romans to the New Testament within God’s progressive revelation. This course also provides an introduction to the timelines, authorship, contents and main themes of one of Paul's most-loved epistles.
This Master's level course will examine the historical background, cultural context, and the overall theological contribution of Revelation to the New Testament within God's progressive revelation. This course utilizes a literal, dispensational, hermeneutic as it provides an introduction to the timelines, authorship, contents, and main themes of this book.
This Master's level theology course is the first of two courses covering primary categories of theology according to their historical development and engages in nuanced distinction within the major theological systems. This course explores: Theology Proper, Bibliology, Trinitarianism, Christology, Pneumatology, and Angelology.
This Master's level course is the final part of a two-part theological study covering primary theological concepts according to their historical development and engages in nuanced distinction within the major theological systems. This course explores: Anthropology, Hamartiology, Soteriology, Ecclesiology, and Eschatology.
Class: A Study on the End Times
Class: A Study on the End Times
Class: The History and Authenticity of the Bible
Applications for Spring 2023 Term Opens: October 1, 2022
Final Date for Applications: January 6, 2023
Final Registration Date: January 13, 2023
First Day of Classes: January 9, 2023
Campus Closed: Good Friday: April 7, 2023
Spring Break: March 27-31, 2023
Finals Week: May 15-19, 2023
End of the Semester: May 19, 2023
We express our adoration of Jesus through dynamic worship and uncompromised obedience.
We explain the relevance of the Bible to empower and transform lives for service.
We extend hope to a hurting world by proclaiming the gospel and demonstrating Christ’s love.