Luther Rice College & Seminary

Undergraduate Certificate in Pastoral Ministry

The Undergraduate Certificate in Pastoral Ministry is designed to equip you to boldly and faithfully shepherd God’s people. Grounded in Scripture with an emphasis on practical scholarship, this certificate will train you to lead, teach, and serve the local church with clarity, confidence, and conviction.

Whether you’re just beginning your educational journey, serving in ministry, or simply looking to strengthen your foundation for pastoral leadership, this certificate provides a solid foundation in the principles and practice of pastoral ministry.

Why Choose Luther Rice?

  • 100% Online - Study right where you are while maintaining your current work or ministry responsibilities.
  • Efficient & Transferable - Complete 3 for-credit courses (9 credit hours), which can be applied toward a bachelor’s degree at Luther Rice in the future. Time to completion: The certificate can be completed in 1-3 semesters. 
  • Accessible - Gain a transformative online education grounded in a biblical worldview. 

 

Certificate Program Courses

Course selections for the Undergraduate Certificate in Pastoral Ministry are the following:

Course Title  
PM 3400 - Principles of Ministerial Leadership  
PM 3401 - Foundations of Pastoral Ministry  
PM 4403 - Principles of Administration in Ministry  

Program Costs

Each course is 3 credit hours and the costs for the Undergraduate Certificate in Pastoral Ministry are below:

  • Tuition per credit hour: $465
  • Technology Fee per course: $195
  • Total cost of a course: $1,590

Total Cost of an Undergraduate Certificate: $4,770

Certificate programs are not eligible for Federal Financial Aid.

If you are hesitant to begin or return to higher education because of time or financial concerns, this 3-course (9 credit hr) certificate provides a focused, accessible pathway into pastoral ministry preparation. All coursework completed may be applied toward select bachelor’s degree programs at Luther Rice College & Seminary. (Contact the Office of Admissions for details on transferability.)

Prior credit-bearing work completed at Luther Rice and/or other institutions cannot be transferred into the Undergraduate Certificate Program.

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