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Christian Ministries

Share God’s light through kingdom service.
Montreat College’s Christian Ministries program provides the necessary biblical, theoretical, and practical skills for a career in Christian ministry. The major features a balance of instruction in biblical studies, ministry and education leadership, worldview studies, counseling, communication, and understanding of people of varying ages.
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Why Christian Ministries?

Earning a Christian ministries degree at Montreat College offers students a rich liberal arts experience that prepares them for a wide range of ministry careers. Our Bible department provides a Bible-based curriculum rooted in Reformed theology, ensuring a strong theological foundation. Students benefit from a mentoring environment that facilitates meaningful faculty and student interactions both in and outside the classroom. This supportive atmosphere helps learners grow spiritually, academically, and professionally. Additionally, Montreat’s serene campus in the Blue Ridge Mountains offers an inspiring setting for personal reflection and spiritual growth.

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Youth Pastor
Missionary
Lead Worshipper

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Required Hours
50-0
Core Curriculum Credits
13-0
Free Elective Hours
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of students receive financial aid
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Why Montreat?

Whether you’re finishing high school or transferring from another institution, where you go to college is a big decision, and we believe that Montreat College is the perfect place for you to grow, learn, and thrive. Our vibrant campus at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, our dedicated faculty, rigorous academic programs, and our talented student body create a unique and inspiring environment where you can develop a clear sense of identity and affirm your sense of purpose to honor God and serve others.

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At Montreat College, our students and alumni have a passion for knowledge and a genuine desire to always keep learning and be agents of transformation, renewal, and reconciliation.
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Landon '25

“Montreat is a small community, but it’s very tight-knit. I think I’ve had dinner or coffee with all of my professors a handful of times, so it’s an extremely personal community, which is part of the reason I chose to come here.”
Program of study:
Christian Ministries
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Grayson '22

"I always recommend Montreat because it's one of the most advanced security programs. Montreat has opened so many doors for me, and it’s amazing to be a part of such a tight-knit community."
Program of study:
Cybersecurity
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The Thrive Center supports you in your academic career by helping you improve your study skills, manage your time, learn strategies to complete class projects. You can meet with peer tutors at the Writing Center or the Math Center.

It also supports you beyond your academic career with resources for finding your calling, researching careers, finding internships, building your resume, applying to graduate school, and finding a job.

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