Master of Arts: Religion Program
The M.A. program at Trevecca Nazarene University is designed to provide advanced study and training for those who wish to pursue graduate education in the area of Bible and Theology or pastoral counseling. Its goal is to provide the depth of training, the specialized skills, and the sense of creative independence that will allow students both to practice and to contribute to their profession and to develop competence in methods of study appropriate to their areas of interest.
Graduate Religion Program Grading System
Points Per Credit Hour
| A+ |
4.0 |
| A |
4.0 |
| A- |
3.7 |
| B+ |
3.3 |
| B |
3.0 |
| B- |
2.7 |
| C+ |
2.3 |
| C |
2.0 |
| C- |
1.7 |
| D+ |
1.3 |
| D- |
0.7 |
| F |
0.0 |
| I |
Incomplete (see Incomplete Policy) |
| W |
Withdrawn granted to students who officially withdraw from a course by the end of day 21 for most courses or day 35 for 12-week courses. |
Major
Two areas of study are available for students to choose from for their concentration.
- Biblical and Theology
- Pastoral Counseling
Academic Load
Six (6) semester hours is considered a full load per term with a recommended maximum of twelve (12) semester hours.
Student Progress
In order for a student to remain in good standing he/she must accumulate at least six hours toward a degree each year. Students must apply for a leave of absence for any semester in which they are not registered. Failure to notify the director of the Graduate Religion Program may result in dismissal from the program.