Dallas Baptist University is a pioneer in Christian online education, delivering fully accredited degree programs via the Internet since 1998. Today, we offer 75+ degree programs online, serving students anywhere in the world. DBU is committed to serving its students through a variety of instructional delivery methods designed to meet student needs for flexibility.
DBU students enjoy a full range of online academic support and online resources, such as Academic Calendar, Undergraduate and Graduate catalogs, Schedule of Classes, Counseling Center, DBU Bookstore, Advising, Library, and University Writing Center. DBU website (www.dbu.edu) provides a cadre of student resources and a daily connection to campus life.
ONLINE COURSES
DBU's online learning environment allows for synchronous and asynchronous online courses as well as hybrid learning opportunities. The time and study requirements found in online classes are comparable to those found in in-person classroom instruction. DBU maintains a 95% student course completion rate.
DBU online course offers engaging, collaborative, and Christ-centered content. Each online class is limited in enrollment, ensuring quality learning and personal interaction with fellow classmates and the professor.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS OFFERED ONLINE
Please see academic program requirements and course descriptions for detailed information regarding online courses. Some concentrations may not be available online. For current information, you may visit https://www.dbu.edu/online/.
Academic programs available through DBU Online Education as of Fall 2025 include the following:
Certificate Programs
Undergraduate Certificates:
Biblical Studies
Business Communication
Healthcare Management
Systems Technology and Information Management
Advanced Certificates:
Children’s Ministry Leadership
Christian Counseling
Christian Counseling Ministry
Christian Ministry
Christian School Administration
Curriculum and Instruction
Education Ministry Leadership
English as a Second Language
Family Ministry Leadership
Human Resource Management
International Relations
Special Needs Children’s Ministry
Student Ministry
Theological Studies
Associate Degrees
Associate of Arts
Associate of Interdisciplinary Studies
Bachelor’s Degrees
Bachelor of Arts
Christian Studies
Criminal Justice
Interdisciplinary Studies
Psychology
Bachelor of Science
Christian Studies
Criminal Justice
Interdisciplinary Studies
Psychology
Bachelor of Arts and Sciences
Christian Ministries
Communication
Criminal Justice
English
Interdisciplinary Studies
Psychology
Bachelor of Business Studies
Business Administration
Finance
Management
Master’s Degrees
Master of Arts in Children’s Ministry
General
Special Needs Children’s Ministry
Master of Arts in Christian Counseling
Master of Arts in Christian Ministry
Christian Counseling
Educational Ministry Leadership
Family Ministry
Master of Arts in Education Ministry Leadership
Business in Ministry
Christian School Leadership
Collegiate Ministry
Communication in Ministry
Discipleship in Ministry
Ministry Leadership
Student Ministry
General Studies in Ministry
Master of Arts in Family Ministry
Christian Counseling
General
Leadership
Special Needs Family Ministry
Master of Arts in Global Leadership
English as a Second Language
General Studies
Master of Arts in Theological Studies
Biblical Studies
Pastoral Leadership
Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
Christian School Administration Specialization
English as a Second Language Specialization
Leadership Specialization
Special Education Specialization
Master of Education in Educational Leadership
Principal Certification
Non-certification track
Master of Music Education
Dual Master’s Degrees
Master of Arts in Children's Ministry/Master of Arts in Christian Counseling
Master of Arts in Children’s Ministry/Master of Arts in Christian Ministry
Master of Arts in Children’s Ministry/Master of Arts in Theological Studies
Master of Arts in Christian Counseling/Master of Arts in Christian Ministry
Master of Arts in Christian Counseling/Master of Arts in Global Leadership
Master of Arts in Christian Counseling/Master of Arts in Theological Studies
Master of Arts in Christian Ministry/Master of Arts in Theological Studies
*Select concentrations available online
DBU’s student-centered online learning opportunities also include a broad selection of required General Studies courses. Credit hours earned through the successful completion of DBU’s online courses will qualify for inclusion in credit hours accumulated by the student to fulfill the university’s 25% percent residency requirement. If you do not see the degree or concentration you are looking for, please contact your academic advisor.