Degrees By Testing

ECUA offers Degrees by Testing, an accelerated degree program for earning a bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate degree by passing the test of your desired level.

Only one test is allowed, meaning that if you test for the Bachelor of Biblical Studies degree, you would not be allowed to test for a master’s degree. However, after completion, you would be able to apply for one of ECUA’s master programs.

The test questions consist of general Bible knowledge in the following subjects:

  • Old and New Testament Survey
  • Bible Doctrine
  • Bible Interpretation
  • Life of Christ
  • Book of Acts
  • Cults
  • World Religions
  • Homiletics
  • Prophecy
  • Bible Difficulties
  • Pastoral Ministry
  • Bible History and Geography
  • Church History
  • Customs & Manners of the Bible

The test is timed and must be supervised by a proctor to verify it was done according to ECUA’s guidelines. The bachelor’s and master’s tests are approximately 625 questions, and the doctorate test is approximately 925. The test is sent to you by regular mail. It is not available online at this time.

If you do not pass a certain subject on the test, you will be required to take studies in that subject before a degree will be awarded.

Degrees By Testing Requirements:

  1. Must be 30 years of age or older
  2. Must have spent at least seven years in ministry

Tuition: All tuition amounts are in USD.

  • Bachelor’s Degree by Testing – $1350.00
  • Master’s Degree by Testing – $1450.00
  • Doctor of Ministry – $1550.00
  • Doctor of Theology – $1650.00
  • Combination Master/Doctor of Ministry – $2150.00
  • Combination Master/Doctor of Theology – $2350.00

Tuition may be paid in full upon acceptance or over a period of twelve months.