The undergraduate Division of the Graduate Theological Foundation
Bachelor of Theology
Cloverdale College offers the degree-completion Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.) and the degree-completion Bachelor of Religious Education (B.R.E.) especially for experienced Sunday School teachers, CCD teachers, RCIA teachers, catechists, lay ministers, and directors of religious education programs.
The major difference between the B.R.E. and the B.Th. is that the religious education degree is of particular value to those involved in faith community educational programs, whereas the theology degree is of special interest to those who serve faith communities and intend to pursue graduate studies in theology. While the B.R.E. may lead to the M.R.E. and Ed.D., the B.Th. may lead to the M.Th. and the Ph.D.
Tuition and Fees
Tuition: $4,750.00
Graduation: $100.00
Admission Requirements
- Completion of the Undergraduate Portfolio* to provide evidence of five or more years of post-high school, professional-level paid or volunteer work experience in a social service ministry or faith community
- High school diploma or G.E.D. Foreign students must hold the equivalent.
- Completion of the Application Procedure.
* See the Undergraduate Portfolio section for an explanation.
Program Requirements
Courses may be taken in the following ways (unless otherwise indicated): 1) online from Approved Educational Venues, 2) on-site from Approved Educational Venues, or 3) transfer credits from accredited colleges, universities, diocesan approved training programs and professional training programs. All students are required to submit a list of proposed courses to the Dean’s office for final approval before beginning their studies.
Each time the student completes a course from a selected institution, the completion certificate, transcript, or some other documented form of verification must be submitted to Cloverdale College.
The senior paper is the final academic requirement of all undergraduate students. This paper should consist of the student’s personal reflections on his/her ministry or social service work to date. Students should address the nature and extent of their experience and current social service/ministry work, their plans for furthering their work, and how their studies and resulting degree from Cloverdale College will benefit them in their service to their community. The senior paper must be 3,500-5,000 words (10-15 pages) with one-inch margins, double-spaced, and typed in Times New Roman 12 point font. Papers are submitted by mail to the Office of the Registrar of Cloverdale College.
When all academic and financial requirements have been met, the student is eligible to receive his/her diploma. Students of the College have the option of attending graduation (held each year in May) or receiving the diploma by mail.
Graduation Requirements
- Completion of 30 credits (240 contact hours) from Cloverdale College or any approved venue
- Submission of documentation of coursework and/or required response papers
- Completion and submission of senior paper