Academic Programs

Bachelor of Arts

A Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) is a four-year accredited degree, comprised of the Trinity Core Curriculum, general studies, a major in a student’s field of interest, and electives.  Students can choose from over 30 areas of study within 9 majors and 12 minors, with the ability to specialize their program to their unique interests.  A bachelor’s degree can be completed on a full-time or part-time basis.

Biblical Studies
    Old and New Testaments
    Pre-Seminary Studies
    Biblical Languages

Business, Leadership & Management
    Business Management
    Nonprofit Leadership and Management

Children, Youth & Family Studies
    Children’s Ministry
    Youth Ministry
    Outdoor Leadership
    Pre-Counseling Studies

Communications
    Public Relations and Marketing
    Rhetoric
    Digital Design

Early Childhood Education

Intercultural Studies
    Global Mission
    Urban Mission

Music & Worship
    Vocal and Instrumental Ensembles
    Contemporary and Traditional Worship
    Theatre Arts

Psychology
    Applied Behavior Analysis
    Forensic
    Gender Studies
    Neuropsychology

Social Work

The Discovery Program

The Discovery Program is for students who are undecided about choosing a college major or a career path. Students, working closely with a mentor, participate in conversations and hands-on learning experiences to discover strengths, identify leadership gifts, and explore career opportunities. Coursework includes transferable college credit to a program at Trinity or another educational institution.

Associate of Biblical Studies

The Associate of Biblical Studies (ABS) is a two-year degree designed to inform personal faith and provide a distinctive biblical foundation for life.  The degree is comprised of courses in biblical studies, religious studies, and general studies, preparing students for transfer to a bachelor’s degree program at Trinity or another institution.

Certificate in Biblical Studies

The Certificate in Biblical Studies provides a one-year program for undergraduate students seeking to grow in Christ by biblically-grounding their faith. The program focuses on holistic discipleship, by strengthening head (informed faith), heart (passionate faith), and hands (active faith). Coursework includes transferable college credit to a program at Trinity or another educational institution.

Certificate of Professional Studies

The Certificate of Professional Studies is a one-year program that provides continuing education for individuals who already hold a bachelor’s degree. By combining courses in biblical studies and professional studies in a specialized field, students strengthen their personal faith and increase skills for professional leadership. Certificates are available in Biblical Studies; Children, Youth & Family Studies; Early Childhood Education; and Intercultural Studies.

ELCA Associate in Ministry Theological Education

Trinity offers courses that may fulfill theological education requirements and specialized studies for becoming an Associate in Ministry, a professional roster of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.  Interested persons are advised to contact their synod’s candidacy committee before enrolling in courses.

Enrichment Studies

Trinity believes in the value of lifelong learning and encourages individuals to pursue continued education for personal or professional development. Students who wish to take courses, but not receive a degree, are welcome to enroll in courses for personal enrichment.