The Best Schools for Studying the Bible

WWU expanded to five campuses throughout the Pacific Northwest since its founding in 1892. About 1,700 undergraduate and graduate students attend WWU every year.

WWU's School of Theology offers bachelor's degrees and minors in religion, theology, and Biblical languages. Students of this program learn through field experiences in local churches, hospital visitations, and regional evangelistic meetings.

WWU requires applicants to hold a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 and submit their official transcripts of records.

Currently recognized as one of the most innovative universities in the country, Belmont enrolls more than 8,200 students annually. Belmont also offers more than 100 undergraduate programs and 27 graduate degrees.

The College of Theology and Christian Ministry at Belmont offers bachelor's degrees in Biblical studies, Christian leadership, church leadership and administration, faith and social justice, ministry, philosophy of religion, religious studies, and worship leadership. Belmont also provides students with field education experiences and opportunities to study abroad.

Belmont requires all applicants to fill out an online application form and submit their official transcripts directly to the Office of Admissions.

Established in 1937, HCHC is the only fully accredited Orthodox Christian college in the Western Hemisphere.

HCHC's School of Theology offers master's degree programs in divinity, theological studies, and theology. HCHC also provides students with the option to complete certificate programs in Byzantine music, the diaconate program, and youth and young adult ministry and leadership.

Interested applicants must complete an online application and submit official copies of transcripts. HCHC also requires applicants to submit a personal essay and a letter of recommendation.

Recognized as a top-ranked Catholic liberal arts college, SNC offers more than 80 programs of study. About 1,900 students attend SNC every year.

SNC offers a master of theological studies program for students wanting to learn more about the history of Christian doctrine. This theology degree program delivers courses during the evenings and Saturdays for maximum flexibility.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, submit their official transcripts, and complete a 500-word essay.

TLU was founded in 1891 and earned an affiliation with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). TLU provides students with 27 majors, 37 minors, and 64 specializations.

TLU's theology degree program offers three specializations the areas of liberal arts, pre-seminary, and youth ministry. This theology program combines both philosophy and classical language courses to provide students with holistic education.

TLU requires applicants to send their official transcripts, write a personal essay, and submit their official SAT and/or ACT scores.

JPCatholic established a vibrant community of nearly 300 students since opening its doors in 2003. Ninety-nine percent of JPCatholic students receive institutional financial aid.

The School of Theology and Religious Studies at JPCatholic offers a master of arts, licentiate, doctor of philosophy, and doctor of sacred theology degrees in Biblical studies. Graduates of this program now assume roles as religious sisters, biomedical ethicists, and liturgists.

JPCatholic requires interested applicants to complete the Common Application form, a secondary school report with counselor letter, and official high school transcripts.

Ranked as a top Midwest university in the nation, UE offers areas of study at the undergraduate and graduate levels. UE now enrolls more than 2,000 students every year.

UE offers a bachelor of arts in religion. The university also provides students with focus areas in religion and culture, social justice, and New Testament and Early Christianity.

All applicants must submit their official transcripts, official SAT, and/or ACT scores.

Established in 1893, JUFL provides students with a state-of-the-art campus near the Florida coasts. JUFL integrates small class sizes that allow for interactive discussions between students and professors.

JUFL offers an associate of arts and associate of science degrees in biblical studies that provides students with the eligibility to pursue a four-year bachelor's degree. JUFL's Biblical studies program rolls out blended coursework from the Arts and Sciences core and the Bible and Theology core.

JUFL requires students to send their official transcripts, along with their ACT, SAT, or CLT scores.

Founded in 1889, Saint Anselm ranks as one of the best national liberal arts colleges in America. Saint Anselm offers a wide array of academic programs, including 45 majors and 52 minors.

Saint Anselm also offers a major and a minor in theology. Students of this program learn in-depth courses in biblical studies, moral and ethics, comparative theology, history, and systematics.

All applicants must fill out the admission application form and submit their official transcripts, school report, and a letter of recommendation.

Since its inception in 1827, Hanover offers an interdisciplinary program with 34 majors. Around 1,100 students enroll at Hanover every year.

Hanover offers a theological studies program for students aiming to study the influence and impact of religious movements. Students of this theology program complete courses in theology and ethics, interfaith encounters, issues in religious ethics, and feminist theologies.

Hanover requires students to complete the application for admission and submit original or certified true copies of transcripts.