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At AOU, learning is a transformative journey—uniting rigorous scholarship, biblical truth, and hands-on leadership practice. Our programs are intentionally designed to form disciples, scholars, and change-makers for church, community, and marketplace.
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Associate Degrees

Our Associate Degrees lay a strong biblical & practical foundation, preparing students for further study or meaningful service in ministry and community life.

  • Biblical Studies
  • Christian Ministry
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Studies

Bachelor’s Degrees

Our Bachelor’s Degrees offer in-depth biblical, theological, and leadership training, equipping students to serve.

  • Biblical Studies
  • Theology
  • Christian Leadership
  • Christian Counseling
  • Ministry
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Masters

Master’s Degrees

Our Master’s Degrees provide advanced biblical, counseling, and leadership formation, empowering students to deepen their expertise and step into higher levels of ministry and professional service.

  • Christian Ministry
  • Christian Counseling
  • Theology
  • Christian Leadership
  • Church Organizational Leadership
  • Biblical Studies
  • Church Administration
  • Church Planting
  • Christian Coaching
  • Public Speaking
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Counseling

Doctoral & PhD

Our Doctoral and PhD programs offer rigorous scholarship and advanced leadership training, preparing students to influence the church, academia, and society with wisdom and excellence.

  • D.Min
  • Th.D
  • DBS
  • EdD/Doctor of Christian Education
  • DCL
  • Doctor of Christian Counseling
  • Doctor of Organizational Leadership & Management
  • Doctor of Executive Leadership & Strategic Planning
  • Doctor of Christian Entrepreneurship
  • Ph.D
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Honorary Doctorate

The Honorary Doctorate recognizes distinguished leaders whose lifetime achievements and service have made a lasting impact on the church, community, and society.

  • Doctor of Leadership
  • Divinity
  • Missions
  • Humanity
  • Humane Letters
  • Fine Arts (merit-based recognition)
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Learning Model

Flexible online and hybrid delivery; weeknight, weekday, and weekend formats; seminars,
conferences, and supervised ministry labs through study centers

Associate/Bachelor’s

From $45 per credit (e.g., Bachelors total ~$5,760).

Master’s

From $88 per credit (typical total ~$8,010)

Doctoral

From $112 per credit (e.g., D.Min. total ~$10,080)

Ph.D

$123 per credit (typical total ~$11,070).
(Graduation fees apply; amounts subject to change—see program page.)