Degree Programs

General Information

CABBI makes available a wide range of programs whereby a college education is in reach of anyone desiring a greater knowledge of God’s Word. Each program is 36 semester hours credit and each one is built upon the other. A diploma is awarded upon successful completion of each 36 hour program.

The only exception to this is the Th.D. program. The student may transfer up to 32 graduate credit hours in the Th.D. program. However, thetransfer of graduate credit hours will have to meet CABBI’s standards. All students earning a diploma from CABBI must maintain a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
 
 

Bible Institute Division

Associate of Biblical Studies

Associate of Theological Studies Degree is awarded to those who have successfully completed two years of study at CABBI. The student must complete 72 semester hours to be awarded this diploma. The student must also maintain a GPA of 2.00 or higher. [Learn More]
 
 
 

Bible College Division

Bachelor of Theology

The Bachelor of Theology is a four year undergraduate degree in theological disciplines. It is an inter-disciplinary degree that requires the candidate to complete course work in Bible languages, systematic theology, apologetics, ethics, counseling, and logic. [Learn More]
 
The Bachelor of Theology Degree is awarded to those who have successfully completed 72 semester hours and maintained a GPA [Grade Point Average] of 2.00 or higher.
 
The student enrolled in the Bachelor Program must have successfully completed 72 semester hours (Associate of Biblical Studies).
 

Bachelor of Bible Languages

The Bachelor of Bible Languages is a four year undergraduate degree with an emphasis on Hebrew and Greek. It is an inter-disciplinary degree that requires the candidate to complete course work in Bible languages, systematic theology, apologetics, ethics, counseling, and logic.
 
The Bachelor of Bible Languages is awarded to those who have successfully completed 72 semester hours and maintained a GPA [Grade Point Average] of 2.00 or higher.
 
The student enrolled in the Bachelor Program must have successfully completed 72 semester hours (Associate of Biblical Studies). [Learn More]
 

Bachelor of Apologetics

The Bachelor of Apologetics is a four year undergraduate degree in the discipline of apologetics. It is an inter-disciplinary degree that requires the candidate to complete course work in philosophy, cults, world-views, ethics, logic, Bible languages, systematic theology, and counseling.
 
The Bachelor of Theology Degree is awarded to those who have successfully completed 72 semester hours and maintained a GPA [Grade Point Average] of 2.00 or higher.
 
The student enrolled in the Bachelor Program must have successfully completed 72 semester hours (Associate of Biblical Studies). [Learn More]
 

Bachelor of Biblical Studies

The Bachelor of Biblical Studies is a four year undergraduate degree in the discipline of biblical studies. It is an inter-disciplinary degree that requires the candidate to complete course work in systematic theology, counseling, biblical geography, and general biblical studies,
 
The Bachelor of Biblical Studies Degree is awarded to those who have successfully completed 72 semester hours and maintained a GPA [Grade Point Average] of 2.00 or higher.
 
The student enrolled in the Bachelor Program must have successfully completed 72 semester hours (Associate of Biblical Studies). [Learn More]
 
 
 

Theological Seminary Division

Master Programs

The Master’s Degree is a 40 credit hour course of study designed for those in Christian Ministry. Admission requirements include a Bachelor Degree or Diploma, with at least 128 credit hours, from an approved college or seminary. The student must have a G.P.A. of 3.0 or higher to enter the Master’s Program. The average time for completion of the Master’s Degree program is two to three years, depending on the student’s pace, the major, and time required for completion of the thesis.
 

Master of Divinity

Requiring a Bachelor’s degree as a prerequisite, this standard professional degree requires 96 semester hours of credit from CABBI; 33 of which may be in practical ministries, concurrently pursued while regular studies in theology and/or biblical studies are proceeding. [Learn More]
 

Master of Theology

The Master of Theology Degree is a one to two year study above the Master of Divinity Diploma or Degree (64 semester hours above the Mdiv). For example, if a student has received a B.A. or B.S. degree from an accredited college or university with no theological major, then that student must first complete his or her Master of Divinity Program and then complete two more years of theological studies for this diploma or degree. [Learn More
 

Master of Bible Languages

The Master of Bible Languages Degree is a one to two year study above the Master of Divinity Diploma or Degree (64 semester hours above the Mdiv). For example, if a student has received a B.A. or B.S. degree from an accredited college or university with no theological major, then that student must first complete his or her Master of Divinity Program and then complete two more years of theological studies for this diploma or degree. [Learn More]
 
 
 

Doctoral Programs

The Doctorate is awarded for completion of an advance course of study. A Master’s degree or diploma from an approved college or seminary is required for acceptance into this program. As is the case with ALL programs offered by Central Arkansas Baptist Bible Institute, at the time of the evaluation for enrollment, the student may be required to complete additional courses as prerequisites. The purpose for this is to assure that a graduate from CABBI has a firm foundation in the degree program in which he plans to complete. The average time for completion of the Doctorate is between two and three years depending on the student’s pace, the degree major, and the time required to complete the dissertation. The student must have a Grade Point Average of 3.5 or better to enter the Doctoral programs. Only “B” work and above will be accepted toward fulfillment of graduation. Each candidate must be elected by the Administration to enter the Doctoral Programs.
 

Doctor of Theology

The Doctor of Theology Degree is a 45-60 hour program designed for pastors, and other church leaders interested in a program of study in theology. The Doctor of Theology (Th.D.) program is intended to equip students for teaching and research in theological seminaries and colleges.[Learn More]

 

Doctor of Ministry

The Doctor of Ministry Degree is a 40 hour program designed for pastors, and other church leaders interested in a program of study in the practice of ministry. The Doctor of Ministry (D.Min) program is intended to equip students for pastoral ministry. The D.Min instills in the student  the ability to think biblically and critically about practices of ministry with competence, clarity, and character.

 
 

Doctor of Bible Languages

The Doctor of Theology Degree is a 45-60 hour program designed for pastors, and other church leaders interested in a program of study in theology. The Doctor of Theology (Th.D.) program is intended to equip students for teaching and research in theological seminaries and colleges.